Tolcairn Builders in Busselton, Western Australia | Construction company

Tolcairn Builders

Locality: Busselton, Western Australia

Phone: +61 439 040 153

Address: Reynolds st 6280 Busselton, WA, Australia

Website: http://www.tolcairnbuilders.com.au

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23.01.2022 Design Stage // We love getting involved in your renovations from start to finish. Mixing your ideas with our expertise produces the ultimate result These existing ceilings were relatively low, so we made the call that we would rip up all the liquid limestone to create that smooth transition onto the ekodeck as opposed to taking the easy route of having a step up to save on costs. Stoked with the results

20.01.2022 If you are thinking of renovating or building, please take the time to listen to this from Amelia. As builders, we see this all the time and it is actually devastating to see people invest so much time and effort into a dream design that doesn’t truly reflect their budget. Collaboration is the key

19.01.2022 Site works // Box it up, pour the concrete and we’ll be having a slab party by 2pm yeah? Not quite. 6 trades come and go before the slab goes down on most extensions. ... Earthworks Plumber Electrician Builder Pest Control Concretor Most homeowners would have met all of our trades already in the preliminary process, so (if they are living in their home throughout the reno) it’s a chance for them to meet again and see them work their craft. (Wait to see how nice this slab comes up after an emoji like that @baysideconcreteconstruction) . . . . . . . #teamwork #tolcairnbuilders #customrenovations

17.01.2022 En-suite // Have just started to create an en-suite and custom built in Robes for some great clients One of the things I love about these old Busselton beauties is how the generous size of the bedrooms gives you the flexibility to customise it to suit your individual needs. For this family, custom built-ins plus an en-suite ... Did you want to know the best part about it? This work is all done under the main roof, making this renovation a cost effective one #ensuite #customrenovation #busseltonbuilder

17.01.2022 Apples for apples // When renovating/building, it is without doubt that budget has an important role to play. However, you need to be careful that comparing quotes on monetary value may in fact cost you more in the long run Some builders may not provide you with all expenses up front, and there are many items that may be inclusive with one builder and non-inclusive with another. It’s so important that you recognise what sort of variations may be ...affecting your quote. A big thing to look for include minimal $ amounts of PC allowances (an allowance for an item which may not have been selected yet or can’t be costed exactly), the cost of any variations, labour rates and the quality of materials you use. The good news is...this can all be avoided It is up to you as a home owner to do some research on selecting the right builder for you. The right builder should be working with you in the early stages to achieve a common goal...making sure you are sticking to your budget, understanding what’s included, what’s not, giving cost saving options for build ability along the way and providing a transparent building proposal at the end of it so that you are walking into your project knowing exactly what you are going to get. Most importantly, your builder should be walking you through your contract. Duayne Pearce calls this ‘the rules of the game’ .... What happens in a game of footy when one team knows the rules and the other doesn’t? #turnsugly ....it’s no different with a building contract... Collaboration is key #collaborate #teamworkmakesthedreamwork See more

15.01.2022 Could think of worse places to be stuck watching the footy this winter There’s something seriously rewarding about being able to transform an area so that it can perfectly suit your needs. If you’ve got a dull space/room in your home and want to give it a boost of life, you know where to find us... www.tolcairnbuilders.com.au #custombuilder #busseltonbuilder #customrenovation

14.01.2022 It’s bloody rare to get all the family together . . . .... . . . . . @paslodeaus See more

13.01.2022 Extension // All approvals are finalised and we are ready for take off at beachside Broadwater. Approvals through council Contracts signed Neighbouring letters are out ... Client agreement form signed Works schedules sorted Site signage up There’s a huge amount of preliminary works that go into planning a renovation It’s up to you as the homeowner to do your homework on the builder you use. I suggest that you find a builder to collaborate with (that you like and trust) through the design process. By collaborating with a builder in the early stages you can make sure that your budget aligns with your build. Your builder can take the time needed to assess the existing property, get in the roof space to check the structure, run asbestos testing, drill into existing concrete if going two storey at point load locations to ensure slab thickness, (just to name a few) to give you an accurate price for the proposed works. Getting a cheap set of plans and shopping them out to multiple builders via email is NOT the way to go. This is how you get multiple prices that vary 50-100k between them Bit heavy for a Friday but we need to get the message out so ppl don’t get burnt. Happy Friday woo! . . . . . . #customrenovation #collaboration #education #thissoundslikearapbutitsnot #tolcairnbuilders

12.01.2022 This little mud brick architectural delight has come a long way for before photo

11.01.2022 TEAMWORK // Team work makes the dream work! The boys at sureline scaffolding have just made this job that little bit easier for Grant and his boys to give this beautiful home in Bunbury a good lick of paint Side note: A perfect 1.5m between them

10.01.2022 BIRTHDAY BOY // Happiest of birthdays to this manchild Turning 18 tomorrow would you believe... Cooper has been working with us for a while now...both of his uncles are carpenters, his grandad was a carpenter and his dad is a supervisor of a south west building company. Fair to say that construction runs in the family for Coops ... He is passionate about building, he’s eager to learn, has a strong work ethic AND he laughs at my jokes If that isn’t the perfect fit for a Tolcairn carpenter, then I don’t know what is. Happy long weekend . . . . . . . #custombuilder #customrenovation #busseltonbuilder

08.01.2022 Are you even a Tradie if you haven’t driven your kids past every house that you’ve ever worked on

07.01.2022 Maintenance // Could not find a better day to oil the old deck than today 2020 hasn’t brought me the drone I had planned on getting but hey, you work with what you’ve got right Cabot’s aquadeck is what I use on all hardwood decking ... #maintenance #hardwooddecking #customrenovation #cabots @ Busselton, Western Australia

06.01.2022 INCLEMEMENT WEATHER // There has to be one downside to the south west right At least the farmers are happy .... . . . . #customrenovation #custombuilder #tolcairnbuilders See more

06.01.2022 It’s been a year now since we completed the rectification works on this stunning cantilevered balcony. A winter has passed and there hasn’t been any phone calls yet On that note...happy Monday!

06.01.2022 Design // If you are building an outdoor area with a north facing backyard, I highly recommend a reverse skillion roof That winter sun line says it all. Natural light is SO important and should always be at the forefront of your mind when designing any new space! Happy Friday ... . . . . . . . #customrenovation #busseltonbuilder #busseltonrenovation

06.01.2022 CONSTRUCTION // The Federal Government will give eligible Australians $25,000 to build or substantially renovate their homes, in an effort to boost demand in the construction sector and keep builders employed. Key take aways - recipients will need to spend at least $150,000 of their own money to be eligible... - New builds will be capped at $750,000, while renovations can cost anywhere between $150,000 and $750,000, but will only be subsidised if the house being altered is valued at less than $1.5 million. - The grants will be means-tested to exclude couples making more than $200,000 per year and individuals making more than $125,000 per year, while limits will also be placed on the value of the property the grants go towards. To find out more, please copy and paste the following link https://www.abc.net.au//government-coronavirus-co/12317786

05.01.2022 I spy with my little something beginning with L...that’s right, we’ve added some fixed timber louvres to this outdoor area for 3 reasons... 1. To block out the western sun in the afternoon 2. To hang a blind off the welded steel hollow section to create a winter space when the weather turns bad ... 3. Looks good #tolcairnbuilders #custombuilder #renovation #teamupwithtolcairn @ Busselton, Western Australia

05.01.2022 RENOVATION GRANT // New home construction and major renovation projects could be boosted through cash grants under a federal government coronavirus recovery plan. Keep your eyes on the news this week and see if/how this could help you save

04.01.2022 At the going down of the sun and in the morning We will remember them ... #anzacday

03.01.2022 SMALL BUSINESS // I just wanted to take a moment to say a big THANKYOU to all the small businesses around the south west doing their absolute best during these testing times. We have been lucky enough in the construction industry to keep working. But for many, this hasn’t been the case If you find yourself with a spare 5 minutes at home over the next few weeks, think of a local business that has served you well in the past, jump online and give them a good review ... 5 minutes of your day could make such an impact on a small business that has been shut down over the last few months. Even if it just puts a smile on their dial, that could mean so much Great job to all the legends out there supporting small business! Also, don’t forget to tie down your trampolines tonight . . . . #supportsmallbusiness