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Our weekly site visits and quality check lists, are just some of the tools Lofroth Builders use to achieve building your new home with Excellence! Contact us today! 0800LOFROTH www.lofrothbuilders.co.nz OR You can download our E-brochure, link in Bio. #lofrothbuildersltd #newbuild #builtwithexcellence #renovation #extension #toptip https://www.instagram.com/p/Bp0uUTrlhXZ/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1jeoyqsehm98s

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Our weekly site visits and quality check lists, are just some of the tools Lofroth Builders use to achieve building your new home with Excellence! Contact us today! 0800LOFROTH or www.lofrothbuilders.co.nz Download our E-brochure today, link in Bio. #lofrothbuildersltd #newbuild #builtwithexcellence #renovation #extension #toptip https://www.instagram.com/p/Bp0uE0EFIzp/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1qworqp57jyy0

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Congratulations to Vikki Reeves, a well deserved winner of our SERIOUSLY LUXURIOUS coffee machine! We hope you both enjoy it 😊☕ #lofrothbuildersltd #coffeemachine #waikatohomeandgardenshow2018 #luckoftheirish #newbuilds #extensions #renovations https://www.instagram.com/p/BoxMJ5dBu_K/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1e2ju7nn3w9lj

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These Velux skylights are looking top notch, here at Karaka Habourside. They are the perfect for that extra bit of natural light, in what could have been closed off space! . . . . . . #lofrothbuildersltd #velux #skylights #karakaharbourside https://www.instagram.com/p/BnDD048h7DO/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=zptzlhrm4ooz

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Milano Blvd is now ready for the plasterers to take over! There will be square stopping throughout the house, except in the cupboards and garage. Our clients have also chosen a 140mm skirting with a 60mm architrave . . . . . . #lofrothbuildersltd #milanoblvd #interiorplastering #squarestopping #skirting #architraves #karakaharbourside https://www.instagram.com/p/BmxGX93B9r1/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=kowf1wk2vc8a

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This Loggia in Pukekohe is looking great! Our exterior plasterer has done an excellent job matching the plaster to the existing house. All that needs to be installed now, are the Louvres and its complete! . . . . . . #lofrothbuildersltd #japlasterers #loggia #pukekohe https://www.instagram.com/p/BmHZ8DqhW5J/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1kaswozwocnhp

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This year we started construction on stage 1/2 of this unique build in Ramarama. It is being built out of Ytong blocks. Ytong blocks originated in Sweden in 1923, by Architect Johan Axel. It's an extremely light weight material with superior insulation and fire resistant properties. This product is very popular throughout Europe and is now been imported from Germany to New Zealand and is BRANZ appraised! If you would like more information on the product please feel free to contact us (at Ramarama)

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This has to be one of the tidest sites in Auckland right now! This is a loggia we are doing at the moment, based out in Pukekohe. The finished loggia will have the same exterior as the existing home with electric louvres for the roof #lofrothbuildersltd #loggia #pukekohe #louvres

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These schist columns have just been finished and are looking great!

The Schist is made into easy to install panels by Craftstone New Zealand and made the overall install process a lot faster, the colour used here is Green Mica and it really complements the Naturetone Modern Wood Stain, Carbon coloured Cedar

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Congratulations to Michael Cornwell for winning our SERIOUSLY LUXURIOUS coffee machine from the Auckland South Home Show. We hope you enjoy it :) 

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Minor Dwellings - With the rise in house prices’ over the last few years, minor dwellings have become increasingly sort after. 

In the Auckland region, your minor dwelling can be about 65sqm. Here are some ways to get more out of your space!

- Creating an indoor-outdoor flow is essential! This will open up your living space for when you are entertaining and you wont feel constricted.

- Larger windows and bi-fold doors, that open up to your outdoor space

- Pushing your roof out and over your deck area, helps to bring the outdoor living space in. 

- Adding in loft spaces doesn’t impact your square meterage. A loft can be created by adding a steeper pitched roof, as well as a raking ceiling. Raking ceilings also help with the over all feel of the space through-out the house. 

- The higher the stud height the better.     

- You can add a garage! This is not included in your 65sqm minor dwelling limit. 

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YOUR 6 EASY STEPS TO BUILDING SUCCESS WITH LOFROTH BUILDERS.

It’s an exciting time, launching into a building project. Whatever you’ve got in mind – a new home, a major renovation or extension – you’ll want to be sure you’re getting an absolutely top quality service and finish. Often the building process can be confusing, so to assist you, here is our own 6 step building process:

Contact us

It always pays to get Lofroth Builders involved early. So the first step is to contact us so we can give you simple advice so when making critical decisions like choosing a section, architectural style, plans and building materials we can save you a lot of time and money later on within the building project.

Pricing

A full build contract takes care of everything. It has minimal stress involved for the client and we would recommend it for most situations. However, there are other options that can be discussed with Lofroth Builders such as:

Fixed price – Is exactly that a fixed sum as to what the build will cost, based on what you decide you want prior to the signing of the contract. There is still the possibly of making changes during the build, but the down side is that with a fixed price contract, each time you deviate from your agreed plan, additional paper work is required, meaning more time and money is spent.

Estimated Cost break down –  With the estimated cost break down there is no room to maneuver you pay for exactly what is needed and nothing more. However there is no contingency figure added like in fixed price, in order to cover any unforeseen costs.

Charge up contracts – offer more transparency with your invoices, a copy of every receipt for every dollar spent e.g. for all materials, sub-contractors, and labor completed to date.

Of course any changes or variations that occur will be discussed prior so that you have ample time and are aware of the best options for you to base your decision upon.

Plans

We can either use your existing plans that you have drawn up with your architect to put together a brief costing of your job. Or we can also help transfer your thoughts and dreams onto paper using our own reputable architect who will take them through to the council approval stage. Being members of the certified builders we have access to our very own drawn up certified builder plans that can essentially speed up your build process if you like a plan. Check out the plans click here Certified Builders. 

Project Timeline

It really depends on the size of the project and the level of difficulty involved. Before starting we will develop a detailed timeline that suits your individual situation. Our project management system helps us give you the opportunity to view progress, address any queries you have with regards to design and functionality with one click of your mouse. This online project management system allows you to see up to date progress of every build stage, giving you the opportunity to make confident and informed decisions if you feel the need to change things around.

Contract signing and Guarantee

Once we have agreed upon which contract option you would like to go with, we will then present you with a full building contract supplied by the Certified Builders Association, who produces the most up to date contracts in the industry. Allowing you time to check it over with your solicitor prior to signing, this will outline our responsibility to you, the extent of work, insurances, time period, payment schedule and our very own personal guarantee that we stand by to give you the added assurance. We will also provide you with a disclosure statement outlining which sub-contractors will be working on your build, you can trust us to only work with the best in the industry as we strongly align ourselves with companies that have them same values. At this time we will also provide you with a project timeline giving you also our proposed completion date for your build.

Job Completion

Once the final council inspection has been obtained, we will go through our 999 point no fail checklist to ensure every box has been ticked in regards to your build. This is too give you the added assurance that every little detail will be fixed and made just right. Once you’re fully satisfied with the results, we will then provide you with our guarantees, certifications and information relating to your build. Last but not least, we will organize your free top to bottom house clean by one of our cleaning services so you can move into your newly built house just the way you should.

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Building in winter is always a challenge - Expect Delays

Unfortunately, the rainy winter weather is not controlled by your builder and can cause headaches for everyone involved. So what’s the upside to winter?

It’s a great time to start planning your building project! Keeping a visual diary is a great planning tool, and it helps ease the stress when meeting with designers. Whether it’s cutouts from a magazine or through Pinterest, every little bit helps when it comes to the designer trying to understand your style.

It’s also a great idea to get your builder involved, at the design and planning stage so we can help keep the project within your budget.

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The Auckland South Home Show 2018 is coming up next week, 22nd - 24th June at the Vodafone Event Centre, Manukau. This year we will be giving away a SERIOUSLY LUXURIOUS coffee machine! If you want to go in the draw to win, come down and see us next week (at Vodafone Events Centre)

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The Auckland South Homeshow 2018 is just around the corner. If your interested in updating your home or building new this is the perfect place to start! Feel free to download your free entry ticket. We will be giving away a SERIOUSLY LUXURIOUS coffee machine, so come down and see us to enter!

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Spiced Pumpkin & Coconut Soup

Pumpkins are good vegetables which we often take for granted. Inexpensive, and available for all the cold months, they make a wonderful base for soups.

1 Tbsp Butter

4 Garlic Cloves

2 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp ground coriander

750g pumpkin

1 cup water

1 cup coconut cream

1/2  tsp salt

1 tsp Hot pepper sauce (Optional)

Cook the butter and finely chopped garlic together in a large pan with a lid for 1-2 minutes. Add the spices, and cook for another minute or so before adding the pieces of unpeeled pumpkin and the water.

Cover and cook gently for 10 minutes or until the pumpkin is tender, adding more water if it evaporates during this cooking. Leave until cool enough to handle, then peel or scoop out seeds and peel off skin.

Put the remaining flesh in a blender or food processor, puree, then add the coconut cream, salt and hot pepper (optional). Taste and balance the flavors, adding more water or coconut cream if you think necessary. Sieve the soup to remove any debris, then reheat when required.

Serve with crisp bread rolls and a salad as the main course of a light meal, or a starter for a spicy Asian Meal.

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Karaka Harbourside job is looking great, and is on target for it's completion date!