How long does a custom home build take?

Typically 12 to 18 months from signed contract to handover, depending on the size and complexity of the home. We'll give you a realistic timeline at the start, not an optimistic one.

Do I need to own the land first?

Yes, you'll need a block in hand. If you're still looking, we're happy to have an early conversation about what to look for in land. Setbacks, services, fall, and orientation all matter.

What does turnkey actually mean with Summerley?

To us, turnkey means move-in ready: curtains, dishwasher, landscaping, driveway, letterbox. The definition varies between builders, so we'll agree on exactly what's included in writing before we start.

Can I make changes during the build?

Yes, variations are possible, though they do affect cost and schedule. Major changes after lock-up are harder and more expensive. We encourage getting the design right before we break ground, which is why we invest time in the design phase.

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The full picture, your way

Custom Home Builders in South Australia

Every Summerley home starts with a conversation, not a template. Designed around your block, your lifestyle, and your family.

Servicing Adelaide, the Adelaide Hills, the Fleurieu Peninsula and surrounding areas. Talk to us about your location and scope.

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We design around your block, your orientation, your lifestyle, and your family. Whether it's a spacious home with a cathedral ceiling and floor-to-ceiling glass, or a compact energy-efficient build for two. We make it yours from the first sketch to the final key.

Turnkey delivery is available if you want a home that's completely finished inside and out. We know turnkey means something different to everyone, so we build the scope around your definition of done, not ours.

We personally manage every trade, every approval, and every milestone. You won't be handed off to a site manager you've never met. You'll have a direct line to one of us the whole way through.

What's included

Full custom design

Architectural drawings

Council approval management

All trades coordinated

Energy rating included

Custom home building, tailored to your site

Optional turnkey delivery

Regular site walk-throughs

Transparent cost reporting

One point of contact throughout

How it works

The process, step by step

Site meeting and consultation

One of us comes to your block to understand your land, your vision, and your budget. No sales pitch. Just an honest conversation about what's possible.

Design and planning

We develop your design around your site's orientation, natural light, prevailing winds, and how you actually live. You'll see 3D renders and floor plans before anything is locked in.

Approvals and documentation

We manage all council submissions, energy ratings, and documentation. You don't need to know what a Section 40 is. That's our job.

Build begins

Construction starts with your signed approval. You'll have regular walk-throughs with us at each major milestone: slab, frame, lock-up, fit-out, and practical completion.

Handover

We walk you through the completed home, hand over all documentation and warranties, and make sure you're completely happy before we hand over the keys.

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