What it costs to build a Home.
As builders of new homes in Palmerston North and Manawatu, we recognise that one of your first priorities is determining a budget. We want to help! Here's a quick article to give you an idea of how much it costs to build a house in New Zealand
Basic:
A simple approach to minimise cost, all components still meeting building code regulations
Simple building layouts and structural design, minimal corners
Hip and valley roof, colour steel finish
Half height windows, standard sill finish, slimline jambs
Most economical range of chosen cladding available (within regulation)
Basic paint finish
Economical fixtures, door handles, lighting (batten holders) etc
Minimal power points and electrical design
Single bathroom. Enclosed shower, economical vanity, basic toilet
Minimal kit set kitchen joinery
Standard:
We still use a simple yet elegant designs but the specs will be upgraded
Simple building layouts and structural design
Hip and valley roof, incorporation of gables, mono-pitched, coloursteel or metal tiles
Incorporation of full height windows, standard sill finish, architraves
Standard, more commonly used cladding options (linea weatherboard etc)
Quality fixtures, door handles, lighting (down lights) etc
Bathroom and ensuite. Enclosed shower, wall hung vanity, basic toilet
Kitchen manufactured to suit
Premium/Architectural:
High end design and specs, premium fittings and finishes
Complex building layouts and structural design
High ceilings, combination of roofing
Glass panelling, flush sill finish
High end claddings (alternative firbe cement profiles, cedar, schist, )
Premium fixtures, door handles, lighting (down lights) etc
More allowance for power and data services
Multiple bathrooms. Tiled wet rooms
Kitchen manufactured to suit
Site conditions such as slope, access, soil type etc have a large effect on the cost of building, the above figures are based on gently sloping or flat sections with good soil bearing.
So what’s included?
Its always important when comparing quotes to look at what’s included in your price.
Here’s a list of things generally included in square metre rates including the figures above:
Architect and design fees
Shelving to cupboards and wardrobes
Interior Doors
Door Hardware
Gibstopping
Painting
Kitchen
Appliances (Oven, cook top, dishwasher, rangehood)
Laundry Tub / joinery
Showers
Bath
Vanities
Toilets
Tapware
Hot Water Cylinder or Infinity
Floor coverings
Lighting
Drainlaying
Because every build is different there are a few things left to provide a complete turn-key home, here’s a list with some indicative prices
Services (power, water, gas)- Approx $5,000 for 15m connected to existing service connections
Driveway- -Approx $100-$150 per sqm for 100m thick.
Fence- Click here to find about more about fence prices.
Decks- Click here to find out more about deck prices.
Council fees- Allow approx $5000-$7000 for standard consent for more information on consent visit Palmerston North City Council and Manawatu district council's websites.
Remember, value beats price everytime. Be sure to check what extra services and value your builder includes outside of just builder your house.
A good builder will help you every step of the way to ensure building your new home is an enjoyable experience.
At Hayden Homes we offer a full design service to suit the requirements of your new home build in Palmerston North. Contact us today.
Disclaimer: This article is offered as a general guide only. The views and information expressed in this article are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any agency in New Zealand. Any person who relies upon any matter contained in this guide does so entirely at their own risk