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October 2009: Builders Network Expands . . . . Again

Ezy Homes now has licensed builders available in Northern Tasmania, Sunshine Coast, & Mackay - ready to erect your steel pole kit home, or build it for you to lock-up or full completion stage.

E.T. Construction are available to construct your dream Ezy Home throughout Northern Tasmania - and are about to commence their first Ezy Homes project, in Devonport.  ET Construction is based half way between Devonport and Launceston, and is ideally located to service a large part of Northern Tasmania.

Price Construction have multiple offices and a large network of trade contractors.  They service the entire Sunshine Coast (from Pine Rivers, north to Glenwood, and west to Kingaroy - and also Central North Queensland (from Sarina, north to Bowen, and west to Collinsville - including Mackay). Price Constructions purchasing power and well developed "back office" procedures allows them to offer Ezy Homes built in these regional centres for the same price as in a major city, like Brisbane.  In most cases, their construction estimates are slightly under the national average (see Pricing & Inclusions page).

     
Now, potential Ezy Homes clients in these areas are able to easily obtain accurate construction quotes - and deal with a trusted licensed builder.

Ezy Homes take care of the design, drafting and initial quoting for all projects.  We then obtain fixed price quotations to construct the home to the stage that suits the individual client, by a local licensed builder.  At contract stage, the client is "handed-over" to the builder, so that they can communicate directly.  Ezy Homes do not charge the client or the builder any fee for this service. 
  

September 2009: Premium Partner Builder for Victoria

True Blue Homes have become an Ezy Homes Premium Builder Partner, servicing the greater Melbourne area, to Mornington Peninsula, and south-eastern region.

Premium Partners work closely with Ezy Homes to ensure the highest level of quality is provided to clients.

True Blue homes principal, Darryn Bass, said "This is a perfect marriage between Ezy Homes unique construction system and True Blue's local experience and knowledge."

True Blue Homes motto of "Building the house you call home" is a perfect synergy for Ezy Homes clients looking for a high quality builder to construct their dream home for them.

  

August 2009: July, another record sales month

Since adding the "built to completion" option late 2008, Ezy Homes has experienced strong positive growth in enquiry and sales.  In fact, July 2009 has seen all previous sales records surpassed.  

One reason for this is the rapidly growing Ezy Homes Builders Network, which has allowed potential clients to partner with a quality builder in their area, hassle free.  The Builders Network enables potential clients to have their own Ezy Home - without the need to become an owner/builder - and to have the security of having their project managed and guaranteed by a licensed builder.

Having a licensed builder construct your home also offers the security of a fixed price contract.  No nasty surprises.

Another key factor in the growth of "built to completion" Ezy Homes is that obtaining owner/builder finance has become more difficult, in the current economic climate.  In contrast, banks and lending institutions are still willing to provide funds for new homes - provided the project is managed by a licensed builder on a fixed contract basis.

Contact Ezy Homes and get yours today - before they are all gone!.....just kidding
  

July 2009: Builder Network continues rapid growth

Licensed builders from Central Coast, Metro Sydney, Mornington Peninsula, Adelaide, and Perth have joined the Ezy Homes Builders Network, in recent weeks. 

Driven by client demand for Ezy Homes built to completion, the Builders Network has been substantially expanded - and continues to grow.  These builders can take an Ezy Homes "frame kit" and construct the home to a stage that suits each individual client.

Talk to Ezy Homes about obtaining a builders quote in your area.

Licensed builders should register their interest by applying to join the Ezy Homes Builders Network.  Ezy Homes charge $ zero for providing clients to our Builders Network.  Following price acceptance by the client, plans are submitted to local council, then Ezy Homes "steps back" so that clients can deal directly with their builder.
    

May 2009: We've been everywhere, Man

Our most recent projects have seen Ezy Homes built from North Queensland, down to the NSW Central Coast, and out to South Western Queensland.

As well as our many projects around South East Queensland, recently Ezy Homes have been erected in a few "exotic" locations:    

  * Two Coolum 3's have been built right on the oceanfront near Coffs Harbour and Sarina Beach, near Mackay.
  *  A Coolum 2 was erected next to a remote South Western Queensland national park.  Beautiful.

The Ezy Homes construction system make building in remote locations a breeze.  An entire frame kit (columns, floor joists, and roof structure) can be assembled in JUST ONE DAY.

The galvanised steel components used in Ezy Homes make them ideal for Oceanside locations.  Many, many Ezy Homes have been built on absolute water frontage - and have stood the test of time.

In addition to these recent projects, Ezy Homes can be found throughout Australia in beautiful locations from The Daintree, to Tasmania.
  
  

Feb 2009: Record sales month in January

What economic crisis?  Despite (perhaps because of) the global financial downturn, Ezy Homes has started 2009 with a record sales month.

In the current financial climate, potential clients are looking much more closely at their choice of kit home suppliers.  These times also serves to highlight the huge cost/benefit of constructing a kit home, particularly as an owner/builder.

Another reason for the record sales month is Ezy Homes restructured pricing options (released Nov 2008).  These have made Ezy Homes even more financially attractive, as well as providing our clients with more flexibility and control over trade contractor costs.

Also, the recently expanded Ezy Homes Builders Network now provides a reliable and predictable way to construct an Ezy Home - without having to be an owner/builder.

Historically, tough economic times serve to "clean out the dead-wood" (poorly structured and run businesses) - while further strengthening those businesses with a solid product and a sound business model.

Ezy Homes clearly fits into the latter category, and we expect 2009 to be a very successful year.
  

Dec 2008: Elan Projects joins Builder Network

Offering Ezy Homes built to completion, covering the Sunshine Coast to the Gold Coast & Ipswich, Elan Project have satisfied our stringent criteria and joined the Ezy Homes Builders Network.

For clients wanting the benefits of an Ezy Home, without becoming an owner/builder, Elan Projects will erect and construct the kit home of your choice and manage the entire project, in most areas of South East Queensland.

Ezy Homes will design, quote, manufacture, and supply the materials.   Each client deals directly with their chosen builder, and Ezy Homes provides the after-sales construction support.

Simply request the "Built to Completion" option during the quoting phase.  Ezy Homes will include the quoted construction rate for the builders in your area.
   

Nov 2008: Kit inclusions & pricing changes

Labour has been removed as a kit option as of November 2008 and Ezy Homes will no longer be offering the "built to lock-up stage" option.  Instead, we are now offering a "Full Kit" option which provides clients with a fixed cost for the majority of their homes building materials.  The two Ezy Homes kit home options now are:

     1.  Frame Kit - which are the "structural components" of the kit home.  This includes the steel poles,
          floor bearers & joists, roof structure, flooring, roofing, and associated hardware.
     2.  Full Kit - in addition to the Frame Kit components, this kit also includes decking, wall framing,
          external cladding, internal wall linings, aluminium windows, internal & external doors & locks,
          skirting & architraves, and all the required hardware.

Instead of managing our own construction staff, Ezy Homes will now focus on assisting our clients to liaise with our database of proven builders and tradesmen - as well as helping clients to source their own local licensed builders.

We feel that this change in direction and the new kit options will give our clients more flexibility in their construction options (owner/builder or built to completion by a licensed builder), the ability to choose their preferred tradesmen, and also provide a fixed cost and set delivery for nearly all of their building materials.
   

Oct 2008: "Arkaroola" design released

This is the first design to utilise the revolutionary Torque Tek® construction process, to be offered by Ezy Homes.

Torque Tek® is the next generation construction technique.  Essentially,
the steel poles are core filled to the roof height with concrete and tied into
the footings, a stronger bolting system is used - and the end result is a steel
structure that is so strong, it requires no bracing at all!

The practical benefits of Torque Tek® are:

     1.  Save thousands of dollars on bracing materials, tie-downs, and installation.
     2.  Wall cladding can be literally anything waterproof because there is no structural requirement - which means you
          could have a 100% glass exterior, or anything else the mind desires.
     3.  The option of large, open floor plans.
     4.  An incredibly strong home!  Perfect for our sometimes wild climate.

Aesthetically, the "Arkaroola" is a stunning home - and has many unique features like the flat pitch roof, recessed windows, and alfresco entertaining areas.

Amazingly, the "Arkaroola" costs no more than other homes of its size - making it incredible value and highly desirable.
     

Oct 2008: First Home Owners grant increased

The Government announced that the first home owners grant would triple for new dwellings - from $7,000 to $21,000.

The $14,000 increase in the grant is effective immediately.  The grant can be obtained via your lender prior to construction - or applied for once the dwelling is complete.

It is a fiscal measure that has been well received by the building industry and home purchasers/builders alike.  The increased grant is expected to stimulate business activity and confidence, while helping to address the current severe housing shortage.

It is estimated that 45,000 new dwellings need to be construct each year in Australia, just to meet current demand.
 

Aug 2008: "Beach Retreat" design released

The "Mandalay" has been replaced by the "Beach Retreat" in the small home category, effective August 2008.
While the "Mandalay" was a very popular design (due to its' size and price), its' 40 degree pitched roof limited the useable second floor area, and also added a degree of difficulty to construction.

The all new "Beach Retreat" has a similar floor size to the "Mandalay", but with much more useable space because of it's single pitched roof.  The design also simplifies the construction process, further reducing client build time and costs.

The single pitch roof (skillion) is ideal for the warm Australian climate, allowing greater air flow and reducing thermal mass.

The "Beach Retreat" is an ideal weekender, retirement home, or studio extension to your existing home.
  

July 2008: Steel price rise confirmed

The worldwide demand for steel has driven prices up from our suppliers, which is reflected in our updated pricing.

At all times, Ezy Homes endeavours to provide kit homes at competitive prices.  While we regret the price increases, naturally we must include these cost increases in all future contracts.

The instability in the steel market has driven the building industry body to develop a recommended policy for builders to adopt.  Ezy Homes has adopted this policy, which seeks to protect both builders and their clients.
  

 Ezy Homes news page added to website

An Ezy Homes news page has been added to our website.  This will keep our current and future clients up to date with our latest design releases, pricing and policy changes.