"We should have gone with Build Buddy from the start..."

David and Maria initially began their home build with a traditional builder. However, after reaching the frame stage, their builder lost their licence, leaving them at a crossroad.

Faced with expensive quotes from other builders to continue building their home, they opted to take control of their project as owner-builders. They began researching resources for owner-builders and discovered Build Buddy - a decision that has since transformed their building experience.

What’s the biggest difference you’ve noticed between Build Buddy and a traditional builder?

David and Maria enjoy the flexibility and control that Build Buddy offers over traditional building companies. David noted that there was a "silver lining in the whole saga of having a builder not being available anymore..." and that with Build Buddy, they've been able to tweak their "design and make a few changes that wouldn't have been easily possible with the with the previous builder."



Maria added that now they could handle defects which a traditional builder might miss or gloss over. "It's about control and flexibility, specifically around managing defects and things that we feel might be overseen by a traditional builder."

Has Build Buddy given you the confidence to manage your own build?

David found the Gantt-style task view in the Build Buddy app especially helpful for understanding the order of tasks and how everything fits together in the building process. The clear sequencing gave him confidence and made managing their project much easier.

Both David and Maria also value the ongoing support from their dedicated Tier 2 Construction Buddy, Steve, whose guidance has been a big help throughout their building journey.

"You need to have Build Buddy."

David shares that their experience with Build Buddy has been really positive so far, highlighting the easy quote requests and the convenience of engaging with trades and consultants all in one platform.