Frequently
Asked Questions.
Are the Homes
insulated?
Yes, all Bond Homes come standard with bulk insulation
to the external walls, in the ceiling and under the
floor. Double glazing is standard to all windows making
Bond Homes the most thoroughly insulated transportable
home on the market.
Do
the homes meet the new 5 Star energy rating requirements?
Yes, each new home is individually energy rated to
ensure compliance with the 5 Star energy code. We
take into account the orientation, site features and
climatic zone of each house to ensure energy efficiency
and comfortable living conditions. Click
here to learn more about our energy efficient homes.
Are
floor coverings included?
Yes, and we have a wide range of colours and textures
to choose from. Our standard floor coverings are:
- Vinyl floor covering to bathroom, ensuite, laundry,
wc & kitchen
- Quality Carpets with Underlay to all other rooms.
We can also make provision for other floor coverings,
(such as floor tiles) upon request.
How
long does it take to build a Bond Home?
All our homes are factory built and typically take
between 6 and 8 weeks to construct depending on the
size of the home.
A typical timeframe from signing of contract to delivery
is about 4 months. This takes into account the time
taken by councils to process permits, (which can vary
from one council to the next).
Who
organises the building permit
We organise and submit the building permit on your
behalf. The cost of the building permit is included
in the documented price. Click
here to request current pricing for all our homes.
Do
we build on site?
No, we don't build on site. All our homes are factory
built at our manufacturing centre and transported
to site.
Do
Bond Homes come with a warranty?
Yes, All our homes are registered with the Masters
Builders Home Warranty Scheme and are covered by a
six and a half year structural guarantee.
Naturally, all fixtures and appliances are covered
by their respective manufacturer's warranty.
As an extra level of quality assurance, we include
a 90-day service. After you have been living in your
new home for 90 days we return to make sure that our
quality benchmarks have been met. We service anything
that needs attention and ensure that you are satisfied
with your new home.
Who
pays if the home is damaged during transport?
Our homes are fully insured during transport so there
is no cost to the customer in the unlikely event of
damage.
Can
modifications be made to the standard designs?
Yes, we offer the opportunity to modify our designs
to suit your requirements. We can even build custom
designs.
Can
designs be modified to accommodate disabled requirements?
Yes, we provide a construction and fitout for all
degrees of disabled requirements. Some options are:
- access ramps and handrails
- safety grab rails
- stepless showers
- wider doorways and passages
- disabled toilets
- custom bench heights
Do we
build Kit homes?
No, we don't build kits. All our houses are factory
manufactured and delivered to site complete.
Do
we build homes to 'lock-up'?
Yes, our lock-up stage is built complete on the outside
and the internal fitout is left to you. We can build
our homes to various levels of completion and price
them accordingly.
Is
a transportable home as strong as a site built home?
Because transportable homes are built to be transported,
they are specifically engineered to be stronger to
cope with the stresses and strains of movement during
transport. The floor structure is built as a steel
chassis and the walls are constructed with greater
structural integrity and more bracing than a traditionally
built home. At the end of the day a transportable
home is a more solid construction and will stand the
test of time better than a site built home.
What
is the difference between a 'Transportable' and a
'Relocatable'?
A Transportable home is a home that is factory
built and transported to site. All of our homes are
transportable.
A Relocatable home is a home that is transported
to site with the intention of being relocated at a
later time. The term 'Relocatable' usually arises
when councils are referring to a granny flat, (or
Dependent Person's Unit). Council regulations allow
a second dwelling on a block on the condition that
it must be a 'Relocatable' dwelling. The idea behind
this rule is that once the occupant of the granny
flat leaves, then the granny flat is to be removed
from the site.
Although the term 'Relocatable' is generally reserved
for granny flats, all of our homes can also be termed
'relocatable'. We simply use the terminology to suit
the situation.
What
is a Dependent Person?
In the case of a permissible second dwelling on
a title in the form of a granny flat, (or Dependent
Person's Unit) the general definition of a 'Dependent
Person' is a person who is dependent on a resident
of the existing dwelling. This definition has
no restriction on age or degree of mobility or physical/mental
health.
Click here to find
out more about Granny Flats.
What
progress payments are required when purchasing a Bond Home?
There are typically 4 progress payments required
when purchasing a Bond Home.
| |
Name of
Stage: |
Description: |
Percentage
of contract price: |
| 1. |
Deposit |
At signing of contract. |
5% |
| 2. |
Base |
At commencement of building. |
5% |
| 3. |
Delivery |
At Placement of home on site. |
85% |
| 4. |
Final |
At completion of contract. |
5% |
| |
|
|
Total
=100% |
*Click here to request up-to-date
pricing for all homes in our range.
Do
we offer Finance?
If you need funding for your new home we can help
you with a financing option to suit your needs.
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