When most people look at NHBB, they see the homes.
The luxury homes. The knockdown rebuilds. The developments. The completed projects spread across Perth and Western Australia.
And while we are proud of every one of those homes, they are not the most valuable thing we have built.
The real asset is the experience, knowledge and guidance NHBB has accumulated over the past 17 years.
Since opening our doors in 2009, we have helped thousands of Western Australians navigate one of the biggest financial decisions of their lives. Building a home is not simply about choosing a floor plan or selecting a builder. It is about making hundreds of decisions, avoiding costly mistakes and understanding a process that can often be overwhelming.
Over the years we have sat on every side of the table.
We have worked with first home buyers, investors, downsizers, families building their forever home and clients undertaking complex developments. We have worked with project builders, custom builders, developers, consultants, designers and local authorities.
That experience matters.
Today, many clients come to NHBB before they have even selected a builder. Some arrive with plans already drawn. Others come to us after receiving building prices that are significantly higher than expected. Increasingly, we are helping people understand why costs have changed, where risks exist within contracts and how to avoid problems before construction begins.
The reality is that most building issues do not start on site.
They start during planning.
Poor design decisions, incomplete documentation, unrealistic budgets and rushed builder selection processes can create problems that become expensive to fix later.
That is why independent advice has never been more important.
At NHBB, our role is not to sell a particular builder. Our role is to help clients understand their options, compare builders fairly and make informed decisions based on facts, experience and real market knowledge.
The Perth building industry has changed significantly over the past decade.
Builders have come and gone. Companies have changed names. Market conditions have shifted. Construction costs have risen. Regulations have evolved.
Through all of that, NHBB has remained focused on one thing.
Helping clients achieve better building outcomes.
Our team brings together decades of industry experience. From former building company owners and senior managers to industry leaders who have helped shape residential construction in Western Australia, our advice is built on real-world experience, not sales scripts.
We have seen what works.
We have seen what goes wrong.
Most importantly, we know how to help clients avoid common mistakes before they become expensive problems.
That knowledge is something no brochure, website or display home can fully demonstrate.
It is earned through years of experience.
As we approach 17 years in business, we remain committed to being Perth's most trusted independent building advice resource.
The homes will always be important.
But the real value we provide is helping our clients make better decisions, reduce risk and build with confidence.
Because the right advice before you build can be worth far more than anything that gets built afterwards.
NHBB Independent Building Advice Since 2009.
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About the Author
Tristan Kirkham | Managing Director
Tristan has managed some of Australia’s major building companies, both project and private. His commitment to customer service and providing market leading communication product for the home building industry has led to a role as regular Judge in the HIA Green Smart, HIA Kitchen & Bathroom Awards and the major Housing Awards. Winning multiple awards throughout his career in the housing industry, he is dedicated to improving the industry standards and practices. Tristan's vision is to provide a better way to build homes for all parties.