Success Stories & FAQ’s

Success Stories

Jill & Chris

We have used Emcon before so had no hesitation in to get them in again to undertake our next building project – 2 bathrooms, powder room and a laundry. We had no idea of what was needed to do this job - both in terms of products and building work but we found them to be very informative, efficient and the end result was a fantastic job with no “mucking us around”.

Emcon provide a whole service so that the client doesn’t have to do too much. They have a fully integrated team with design, product selection and ordering, builders, plumbers and electrician. They also use an app which keeps you fully informed as to what is happening and who is coming each day and they stick to it! Also we could see the budget adjustments as we added more jobs.

The tradies are all very professional and pleasant to be around so that we felt we could trust their work. If there were any issues Damien our project manager sorted it very quickly so that it wasn’t our problem! Damien was very efficient and calm and always turned up when he said he would. There was also very little mess.

The quote was in line with other companies but we got more for our money!

Thanks Emcon

Carl & Justine

FAQ’s

This depends on the extent of the project however with the changes to the Building Act in 2012 all ‘restricted building work’ must be completed by a Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP). This ensures the person who will be undertaking the work has been thoroughly assessed and is capable of assuring quality and industry standard work. ‘Restricted building work’ is any work that is critical to the integrity of a building, this involves the building structure, weather tightness, and design or fire safety. We strongly advise using an LBP for all work undertaken in your home to ensure it is up to standard.
The earlier the better! We can start working with you at any stage. The earlier we get involved the sooner we can help develop your ideas, have your project mapped out and prepare you fully for your new build or renovation. Being experienced with building and renovating residential homes we are open to giving you advice and offer suggestions that will help your project run smoothly and could save you time and money. No matter what stage you are at we are always happy to hear from you.
Majority of construction work on residential homes now requires a building consent. Whether it’s structural additions to your existing home or changing internal layouts, they all require the process of gaining a building consent through the Auckland Council. Depending on the extent of the project and your land title you may also require a Resource Consent. If you are unsure what you will need you can find out more information from the Auckland Council Website or arrange a meeting with a Planner at the Auckland Council to discuss your plans initially at no cost to you. The planner will be able to advise what building consents you may require. Alternatively feel free to give us a call for a chat about your plans and we can point you in the right direction to get you started!
Yes, with Emcon Residential we have a tailor made guarantee that covers a whole range of areas to lower the stress involved and ensure you can focus on enjoying your building experience whether you are starting a new build or renovating your existing home. On top of our own guarantee we can offer qualifying jobs a 10 year Master Build Guarantee. These must be applied for and approved prior to starting your project.
Every building project is different, at the beginning of your process we will sit down with you to discuss every detail of your requirements. This includes setting time frames of if or when you will need to move out and for how long. All considerations are taken into account especially anything involving your safety and the practicality of you living in a ‘construction zone’. We do all we can to ensure you can live in your home for the majority of the construction process, if not the entire duration.
At the start of every project you are provided with your schedule and a detailed quote outlining costs throughout your project. Through our exclusive software you are assured that all costings and your total budget will automatically be kept up to date so you are ensured there will never be any ‘surprises’. Here at Emcon Residential, we understand that unforeseen circumstances can occur and you may want to make changes along the way. We will always be open and honest with anything that arises and what can be done to keep your project on budget and on time.
With all the horror stories in the market of estimates and the actual cost of a job being considerably different; we have found the best way to ensure everyone knows what to expect and if they can afford to do their renovation is with an all-inclusive fixed price quote. With years of experience, and the expertise of our in-house quantity surveyor we are confident that the price we give you is the price you pay. For further information or to request a quote for your new build or renovation contact us directly.