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New Home Build Frankston- Project Update 1

Every successful home begins with careful planning and solid foundations.

We’re excited to share the progress of one of our latest custom home builds in Frankston. Over the coming months we’ll be documenting each stage of construction, giving homeowners an inside look at how a quality home comes together from the ground up.

This first update focuses on everything that happens before the walls go up. While much of this work isn’t visible once the home is complete, it’s some of the most important work in the entire project.

Planning Before Construction

Before construction begins, considerable planning takes place behind the scenes. Working closely with the homeowner, designers, engineers and surveyors ensures the project is ready for a smooth construction process.

This stage typically includes: Final working drawing, Engineering documentation, Building permits, Site survey, Soil testing, Site preparations, Service connections

Investing the time to get these details right helps avoid delays and ensures the build meets Victorian building requirements.

Laying the Foundations

Once the site was prepared, work began on the slab and foundations.  A strong foundation is essential for the long-term durability of any home. The slab is carefully formed and reinforced before concrete is poured, creating the structural base that supports the entire building. With the slab completed, construction moved into the framing stage.

The Frame Takes Shape

The timber frame is now standing, giving the first real look at the home’s size and layout. At this stage, rooms begin to take shape and homeowners can finally visualise how their new home will look. Every frame is built to Australian Standards and carefully checked throughout construction to ensure quality workmanship.

 

Follow the Journey

This is only the beginning. Over the coming months we’ll continue sharing progress updates as this Frankston home moves through each construction stage, including lock-up, roofing, internal fit-out and final completion.

If you’re considering building a custom home on the Mornington Peninsula or surrounding suburbs, following this project is a great way to understand the building process.

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Concrete preparation
Preparing the foundation for a quality custom home
Concrete slab in progress
The foundation stage marks the beginning of construction for this custom home.
Residential slab construction
Concrete Slab
Timber frame installed for new home build in Frankston
The home's layout begins to take shape with the timber frame installed.
Timber wall framing for custom home in Frankston
Construction continues as the timber frame is completed.
Framed custom home under construction in Frankston VIC
Timber Frame Set up with Sign

Frequently Ask Question

The pre-construction stage can take anywhere from 5 to 12 months, depending on the project's complexity, town planning approvals, engineering requirements, soil testing, permits, and client selections. While some projects are ready to build within a few months, others require additional time to complete the design, obtain approvals, and prepare the site before construction begins.

Yes. We manage your project from the initial planning and pre-construction stage through to final handover.

We work closely with our trusted draftsman and engineering consultants to develop detailed plans, ensure the design meets structural requirements, and prepare all necessary documentation before construction begins.

We coordinate each stage of the build, including design coordination, permits, site preparation, foundations, framing, lock-up, internal fit-out, and finishing works. By working together with experienced professionals and maintaining clear communication throughout the process, .

Yes. We arrange site visits at key milestones so homeowners can see the progress while maintaining a safe working environment.

Changes may be possible depending on the stage of construction. We encourage clients to carefully consider selections during the planning phase to minimise delays and additional costs once construction has started.

Hockey Building Group specialises in new homes, renovations and extensions across the Mornington Peninsula, Frankston and surrounding South East Melbourne suburbs. We work with homeowners to create quality homes that suit their lifestyle, block and individual requirements.

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