Frankie Homes vs Big Volume Builders

At Frankie Homes, many inclusions that are commonly treated as upgrades by large volume builders are included as standard. The difference is simple: fewer surprises, better build integrity, and greater cost certainty from day one.

Below is a snapshot comparison highlighting where Frankie Homes goes further.

Cost Certainty & Risk Reduction

Frankie Homes

  • Fixed site costs

  • P-Class slab allowance included

  • New Victorian gas connection fee included (where applicable)
    (Estimated value $2,500+)

Typical Volume Builder

  • Variable or provisional site costs

  • M or H-Class slab allowance only

  • Gas connection fee often excluded or charged separately

Compliance, Safety & Build Integrity

Frankie Homes

  • BAL 12.5 construction included (where required)

  • Termite protection system included (where required)

  • Water tank included (where required)

  • OH&S and full site compliance items included

Typical Volume Builder

  • BAL construction often excluded

  • Termite protection not included

  • Water tank not included

  • OH&S and compliance items frequently charged as extras

Structural Quality & Build Detail

Frankie Homes

  • 2590mm ceiling heights throughout

  • Brick infills above all external windows and doors

  • Bricked piers to alfresco and porch (design specific)

  • Three-coat professional paint system

Typical Volume Builder

  • 2440mm ceilings

  • Fibre cement sheet infills

  • Exposed posts to alfresco and porch

  • Two-coat paint system

Liveability & Everyday Comfort

Frankie Homes

  • Evaporative cooling included

  • LED downlights throughout the home

  • Blinds included to all windows

  • Obscure glass to ensuite, bathroom and WC

Typical Volume Builder

  • No cooling included

  • Batten holders only

  • No blinds included

  • Standard clear glazing throughout

Fixtures, Fittings & Finishes

Frankie Homes

  • Back-to-wall toilet suites

  • Privacy locks to bathrooms and toilets

  • Water point to fridge recess

  • 20mm stone benchtops throughout

  • Dishwasher supplied and installed

  • Sliding robe doors

  • Hybrid flooring to living areas

Typical Volume Builder

  • Basic builder-range toilets

  • Standard internal door locks

  • No fridge water point

  • Laminate benchtops

  • Dishwasher provision only

  • Hinged robe doors

  • Laminated flooring

External Works & Site Completion

Frankie Homes

  • Sealed driveway included

  • Fully irrigated landscaping with pop-up sprinklers

  • Recycled water connection included (where available)

  • Full shared fencing included

Typical Volume Builder

  • Coloured concrete or driveway as an upgrade

  • Non-irrigated landscaping

  • Recycled water not included

  • Half-share fencing only

Transparency & Independent Oversight

Frankie Homes

  • Free access for client-appointed private building inspectors at all stages

  • Independent inspections openly welcomed — nothing to hide

Typical Volume Builder

  • Inspection fees of up to $750 per report

  • Independent inspections often discouraged or tightly controlled

Aftercare & Peace of Mind

Frankie Homes

  • 12-month maintenance period

Typical Volume Builder

  • Three-month maintenance period

Estimated Value of Included Items

When compared with a typical volume builder specification, Frankie Homes’ standard inclusions represent an estimated added value of $40,000 – $50,000+.

Indicative only. Based on typical Victorian upgrade pricing and site costs. Not all inclusions apply to every home or site. Actual value may vary depending on location, authority requirements, service availability, and product specifications.

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