Save 20-40% vs Traditional Builders
Your digital construction platform for owner-builders in Western Australia. Gain control, ensure transparency, and achieve significant cost savings.
Why Choose Owner Builder Buddy?
Save 20-40% on Your Build
Avoid builder markup on materials and labour. Direct trade payment means more money in your pocket. Realistic savings of $75,000+ on typical projects.
Complete Control
You make decisions. You choose trades. You control quality and timeline. Complete transparency throughout.
Expert Support
Digital platform + human expertise. Compliance tracking, trade coordination, and milestone management.
The Owner Builder Advantage
Because you're working directly with trades, you avoid builder markup on all materials and labour
Save 20-40%+ on Build Costs
✓Builders typically mark up 25% for homes and 40% for granny flats
✓As an owner-builder, you pay trade pricing directly - no markup
✓On a $350k build, that's $70,000-$140,000 in your pocket
Complete Control
✓You make all decisions about trades, materials, and finishes
✓No pressure to use builder's preferred suppliers
✓Change your mind without variation charges
Quality Assurance
✓Supervise work directly and ensure standards
✓Build relationships with your trades
✓No corners cut to protect builder margins
Real Savings Example
See how much you could save on different project types
Granny Flat / Renovation
3-Bed, 2-Bath Home
Note: Builder margins vary by project type. Residential homes typically see 20-25% margins, while granny flats and renovations see 40%+ margins due to smaller project size and higher relative overhead.
How It Works
Get started in three simple steps
Setup & Planning
Create your project, define scope, upload plans, and establish your budget. Our system guides you through compliance requirements and permit preparation.
Build Your Team
Invite and coordinate trades through our platform. Access vetted professionals, compare quotes, and manage contracts with full transparency.
Execute & Track
Manage your build through 91 detailed stages, track budget in real-time, coordinate schedules, and maintain compliance documentation.
For Licensed Trades
Access our trade portal to receive job invitations, manage quotes, track project stages, submit documentation, and get paid faster through streamlined invoicing.
Our Packages
Choose the level of support that matches your experience and comfort level
Pre-Construction Support
Everything you need before breaking ground
- ✓Complete project planning
- ✓Permit application support
- ✓Design review and optimization
- ✓Budget planning and cost estimation
- ✓Trade scheduling framework
- ✓Compliance checklist
Lock-up Support
Full platform access with self-management
- ✓Complete project management platform
- ✓Trade coordination tools
- ✓Document management system
- ✓Basic compliance tracking
- ✓Email support
- ✓Access to supplier network
Full Build Support
Platform access through all stages to completion
- ✓Everything in Lock-up Support
- ✓Extended access through finishing stages
- ✓Practical completion stage guidance
- ✓Full build timeline management
- ✓Complete document archive
- ✓Post-build support for handover
Potential Savings
See how much you could save as an owner-builder
Design Packages
Professional architectural design services for your project
Design + Council Ready Drawings
Complete design set ready for council submission
- ✓Custom architectural design
- ✓Floor plans & elevations
- ✓Construction drawings
- ✓Energy efficiency compliance
- ✓Council submission pack
Design + Drawings + Building Permit
End-to-end documentation and permit acquisition
- ✓Everything in Tier 1
- ✓Contour survey coordination
- ✓Soil testing coordination
- ✓Site analysis & planning
- ✓Building permit application
Design + Permit + Platform Access
Design, permit and full Owner Builder Buddy platform access
- ✓Everything in Tier 2
- ✓Owner Builder Buddy platform access
- ✓Project planning tools
- ✓Trade coordination system
*Total estimated project cost includes $2,000 Owner Builder Buddy coordination and management fee. You pay third-party providers (surveyors, certifiers, councils) directly for their services.
View All Design PackagesEverything You Need to Build Successfully
Our comprehensive platform provides all the tools and support you need for your owner-builder journey.
Project Management
Track progress, manage timelines, and stay organized throughout your build.
Budget Management
Control costs with detailed budgeting tools and expense tracking.
Trade Network
Connect with verified, licensed tradies in your area.
Compliance Support
Navigate permits, approvals, and regulations with confidence.
Ready to Start Your Owner-Builder Journey?
Join thousands of successful owner-builders who have saved money and built their dream homes.