There are many benefits to building your own home, but outstanding results are not guaranteed. Mostly, the ultimate success of a home-building project comes down to the company that’s hired to do the job.
The best ones have expertise, experience, and a commitment to delivering the best possible property. And the worst ones? Well, they produce more problems than they solve.
In recent years, 101 Residential, a home-building company based in Perth, has popped up on our radar again and again, so we thought it would be a good idea to take a closer look at who they are, what they do, and whether we can recommend that our readers hire them for their own home-building project. Let’s take a look.
Who is 101 Residential?
We could use some technical terms to describe 101 Residential, but we’ll keep things simple: 101 Residential exists to make two-storey properties affordable and accessible. They’ve been around since 2011, and since that time have earned a reputation for building the best two-storey homes in Perth.
That’s how they made their name, but over the past fifteen years, they’ve also branched out to offer new-builds of other property types, such as one-storey properties, narrow lot properties, and elevated designs that can be built upon further down the line should the homeowner wish to.
They’re considered pioneers in the industry thanks to their use of lightweight upper-floor construction techniques, which are more efficient and help to keep costs down. They’ve basically had a phenomenal fifteen years of success due to their innovation, flexibility and personalisation, and outstanding value for money. Throw in the fact that their home designs are always modern and designed with actual living in mind, and it’s no surprise that they’ve become the home builder company Perth residents rely on.
Who Should Hire 101 Residential?
101 Residential has a lot going for them, but their services aren’t for everyone. For one thing, they deal exclusively with new properties, so anyone looking to purchase an existing property will need to look elsewhere. They’re also not fully bespoke home builders. Instead, they provide a hybrid service that allows buyers to customise various aspects from a template. This allows the buyers to get the home they want, without having to deal with the over-the-top pricing typically offered by bespoke home builders.
101 Residential is also favoured by home buyers who value being kept in the loop every step of the way. All too often, buyers can be left in the dark and wonder what is happening with their new home. 101 Residential doesn’t work that way — they consider themselves your partners, so whenever there’s an update, you’ll be the first to know it.
Residential 101 appears to be open to working with a wide range of clients, but there are some that it seems are better-suited to their services than others. Young families, for example, will find that there’s much to love about Residential 101, a company that has clearly thought out what a growing family would need/want in a property, and made sure that their homes have it.
Elsewhere, it’s suitable for property investors, or simply those who love the sleek, modern aesthetics of 101 Residential designs, and want in on the action.
What Do Customers Say About 101 Residential?
From what we’ve seen, 101 Residential customers aren’t just satisfied with their homes. They absolutely love them. In fact, it was the sheer number of glowing reviews that prompted us to take a closer look at the company in the first place.
Past customers typically say that 101 Residential was outstanding to work with from the first moment to the last, and that they were always there to give updates. The real customer joy, however, typically happens when the customer walks through the front door of their new home, and realise that 101 Residential hasn’t just made their dreams come true — they’ve surpassed them.
Residential 101: Pros and Cons
We’ve never come across a home builder company that was flawlessly perfect. They all have their advantages and disadvantages. The important thing isn’t to find a home builder that doesn’t have negative points, but that you’re aware of what they are before you agree to work with them.
Pros
Smart Home Designs
101 Residential homes don’t just look good; they also function brilliantly. They’re designed with families in mind, so you can expect to find nice touches that make your life easier.
Two-storey and Single-Storey Plans Available
Don’t know whether a two-storey or single-storey property is right for you? 101 Residential offers both, allowing you to take a closer look and see which one is right for you.
Generous space for your money.
101 Residential properties are affordable, but that doesn’t mean that families end up with a cramped space. We were highly impressed by how much space was included in the property.
Honest Pricing
The price you see is the price you pay with 101 Residential — and that gets a big thumbs up from us.
Energy-Efficient Homes
In an age when energy bills are higher than ever, having an energy-efficient home can make all the difference to monthly expenses.
Cons
People Who Want a Completely Bespoke Home
101 Residential starts with home templates that customers can then customise. If you’re looking for a completely bespoke, custom house, then you’ll need to look elsewhere.
The Bottom Line On 101 Residential
So, what’s our takeaway about 101 Residential? We have to say, we were extremely impressed by what we saw. The home design templates were stunning, the attention to detail was very much appreciated, they appeared to seriously value client satisfaction, and their homes were affordable.
That’s a whole lot of good things that you can say about a home-builder. While it’s true that homebuilders looking for bespoke, fully custom designs won’t find what they’re looking for from 101 Residential, the vast majority of home builders — those that value quality building practices, customisation, and affordability — will, we think, find that they’re the perfect company to work with, and that’s a statement we’re willing to double-down on thanks to the many positive reviews we read about the company.
