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Building Buddy

4.9 (21 reviews)

Seven Hills, QLD

About this business

Building Buddy is a Brisbane-based custom home builder that provides tailored home designs, expert drafting services and quality construction from concept to completion. The company distinguishes itself with innovative space-maximising designs, transparent pricing and end-to-end project management to deliver seamless, budget-aligned builds.

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Service areas

Servicing Seven Hills and surrounding locations.

  • Seven Hills

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  • SMShifa M21 Sept 2024

    Joh at Building Buddy has helped us to get our Luxury Custom Home Design started in Brisbane. We are grateful for the attention to detail, knowledge and craftmanship that has been brought to bear whic...

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    Joh at Building Buddy has helped us to get our Luxury Custom Home Design started in Brisbane. We are grateful for the attention to detail, knowledge and craftmanship that has been brought to bear which has made the experience easy. It is obvious that Joh shares our vision and is focussed on making our dream a reality. The Building Buddy Service is fantastic and nothing is too much trouble. We have been able to fine-tune the detail to our satisfaction. Looking forward to when it is all done and completed.

  • SCSteve C19 Aug 2024

    Joh helped out with plans for a knockdown/rebuild on Brisbane Southside. Very highly recommended. Super responsive with communication/updates, excellent building designer/thorough plans, reasonable co...

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    Joh helped out with plans for a knockdown/rebuild on Brisbane Southside. Very highly recommended. Super responsive with communication/updates, excellent building designer/thorough plans, reasonable cost & really looks to get the outcome you want. Staged the design so that you are not spending too much on plans that would result in an unrealistic build cost. Very happy for being referred to Joh, will absolutely use again in the future. Thanks Joh!

  • MFMoray F1 Apr 2025

    Joh was super helpful through the design and budget for the renovation of our 1920's Queensland workers cottage. He has extensive knowledge of the development application and approval process. Through...

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    Joh was super helpful through the design and budget for the renovation of our 1920's Queensland workers cottage. He has extensive knowledge of the development application and approval process. Throughout the design process he listened and amended the plans to suit our needs, advising where appropriate. I am very pleased to recommend Joh at Building Buddy.

  • LMLand M3 Sept 2024

    Highly Recommend Building Buddy for Outstanding Home Design Services As a professional in the real estate and development industry, I’ve had the pleasure of working with Joh on several projects, where...

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    Highly Recommend Building Buddy for Outstanding Home Design Services As a professional in the real estate and development industry, I’ve had the pleasure of working with Joh on several projects, where his team at Building Buddy designed homes for my clients. I am continually impressed by their exceptional service, innovative designs, and unwavering commitment to client satisfaction.

  • JKJo K11 Apr 2022

    Joh and the team were Professional from the beginning and nothing was too much effort. We had plans for 2 x small lot homes and subdivision completed by Building Buddy. Joh was across all the small lo...

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    Joh and the team were Professional from the beginning and nothing was too much effort. We had plans for 2 x small lot homes and subdivision completed by Building Buddy. Joh was across all the small lot codes and was creative in the design process achieving exactly what we wanted. When we wanted to make changes it was done promptly with no fuss and of high quality. I will definitely be using Joh and his team again for further Projects. Highly Recommended.

  • ASAdrian S30 Aug 2019

    Here at SCM Projects we like to keep our clients happy so it's imperative that we deal with reliable honest contractors and, having worked in with Joh & the team at Building Buddy for some 7 years or...

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    Here at SCM Projects we like to keep our clients happy so it's imperative that we deal with reliable honest contractors and, having worked in with Joh & the team at Building Buddy for some 7 years or more on several occasions we have found them to be very competent and professional. A very useful aspect of dealing with Building Buddy is that they have a very flexible design system that integrates well with up to date costings, enabling reasonably accurate costings to changes that inevitably occur during the design process.

Frequently asked questions

How much do builders typically charge?
Builder costs vary widely depending on the job type and complexity. Minor repairs are generally much less than extensions, small builds or structural alterations that need foundations, framing or specialist input. Most quotes include a call‑out fee plus labour and materials, and the page shows live pricing to help you compare options.
Do builders charge call-out fees?
Call‑out fees are common and typically cover travel and an initial inspection or assessment. This fee is usually separate from hourly labour and materials, and after‑hours or weekend attendance often attracts higher rates. Ask whether a call‑out or minimum charge applies when requesting quotes.
Do builders need a licence in Australia?
Yes. Building work generally needs to be carried out by a licensed builder in every state and territory, and NSW builders are regulated by NSW Fair Trading. Builders should be able to provide their state builder/contractor licence number and show appropriate insurances and ABN/GST registration. In Victoria, domestic building insurance is required above a state threshold for certain contracts.
How do I get a quote from Building Buddy?
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What areas does Building Buddy service?
Building Buddy services Seven Hills and surrounds. Contact them to confirm service areas.
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