Frequently Asked Questions
Building a custom home is one of the most significant decisions most people make. It is also, understandably, one of the most question-generating. Below are the questions we hear most often from prospective clients across Brisbane and the Gold Coast. If your question is not answered here, call us on 0488 773 232 or email info@innovarebuilders.com.au — we are happy to help.
Is Innovare Builders licensed in Queensland?
Yes. Innovare Builders holds a current Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) contractor’s licence — Licence No. 15514239. We also hold a NSW Builder’s Licence No. 474965C. You can verify our licence status at any time via the QBCC’s online licence search tool.
What is QBCC Home Warranty Insurance and does my build have it?
QBCC Home Warranty Insurance is a mandatory insurance scheme administered by the Queensland Building and Construction Commission that protects homeowners if a licensed contractor cannot complete a residential build or correct defects due to insolvency, death, disappearance or other defined circumstances. Innovare Builders arranges QBCC Home Warranty Insurance on all eligible residential projects, and we provide you with the insurance certificate as part of your pre-contract documentation.
How much does it cost to build a luxury home in Brisbane or the Gold Coast?
Construction costs for luxury residential projects in South East Queensland vary significantly based on site conditions, design complexity, size and specification. As indicative guidance only:
We provide detailed, itemised fixed-price quotations based on your specific documentation. Contact us to discuss your project.
- Quality custom home construction: from approximately $3,000–$5,000+ per square metre of finished area (subject to specification)
- Prestige builds with high-end finishes and complex architecture: $5,000–$8,000+ per square metre
- Site costs (foundations, retaining walls, site access) add to the above depending on site conditions
How long does it take to build a custom home in Brisbane?
Total project duration from initial consultation to handover depends on project size, complexity and council approval processing times. A typical breakdown:
Total elapsed time from first consultation to handover: typically 18 to 30+ months.
- Design and documentation: 3–6 months
- Development Approval (DA) / Building Permit: 2–12 months (depending on council and project complexity)
- Pre-construction: 4–8 weeks
- Construction: 12–22 months depending on scale
Do you provide a fixed-price contract?
Yes. Innovare Builders provides detailed fixed-price building contracts with comprehensive inclusions schedules. Our contracts are clear about what is included and what is a provisional sum or prime cost item. We walk every client through the contract in detail before signing and encourage you to seek independent legal advice.
Can I make changes to the design once construction has started?
Yes, but changes after contract signing are managed as formal variations with an agreed cost adjustment and programme impact confirmed in writing before any work changes. We strongly encourage clients to finalise all design decisions before construction commences to avoid delays and cost increases.
What warranties do I get on my new home?
You receive:
- QBCC Home Warranty Insurance — covers defects and non-completion for eligible residential projects
- Structural warranty — as required under Queensland legislation (six years and six months for structural defects under the Queensland Building and Construction Commission Act)
- Manufacturer warranties — on all specified products, appliances and systems installed in your home
- Innovare Builders contractual warranty — additional workmanship warranty as detailed in your building contract
Do you build in all Brisbane and Gold Coast suburbs?
We build across greater Brisbane and the Gold Coast, as well as the broader South East Queensland region. We regularly build in New Farm, Bulimba, Paddington, Ascot, Hamilton, Clayfield, Hawthorne, Coorparoo, Camp Hill, Taringa, St Lucia, Indooroopilly, Fig Tree Pocket, Chelmer and Graceville in Brisbane, and Southport, Surfers Paradise, Broadbeach, Burleigh Heads, Robina, Coomera, Hope Island and Sanctuary Cove on the Gold Coast. If you are outside these areas, contact us — we assess projects on a case-by-case basis.
Do you build investment properties and duplexes?
Yes. We have significant experience in dual occupancy, duplex, townhouse and small-scale residential development for investors and property developers. See our Duplex and Dual Occupancy and Townhouse Development pages for more detail.
How do I get started with Innovare Builders?
The first step is a no-obligation initial consultation. Contact us by phone or email to arrange a meeting. Bring your ideas, your land details (if you have a site) and any preliminary budget thinking. From there, we can guide you through the feasibility, design and contract process.
Phone: 0488 773 232 Email: info@innovarebuilders.com.au Office: 29/97 Creek St, Brisbane City QLD 4000
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Still have questions?
Speak with the Innovare Builders team about your project in Brisbane, the Gold Coast or wider South East Queensland. No cost, no obligation.