Why a Phone Consultation with a Building Consultant Could Be Your Best First Step
When planning a second storey addition, the first consultation with a building consultant is crucial. Traditionally, clients might think an onsite visit is the best starting point. While onsite meetings have their place, a phone consultation can be just as effective — and often better. Here’s why:
1️⃣ Convenience & Flexibility
Life is busy. Scheduling an onsite meeting can mean taking time off work, arranging childcare, or navigating traffic. A phone consultation lets you connect with a building expert from anywhere, at a time that suits you.
Whether you’re at home, on your lunch break, or even on the move, a phone consultation makes it easy to get expert advice without the hassle.
2️⃣ Focused, High-Value Discussion
Phone consultations are typically short, structured, and focused. Instead of walking through your property and getting distracted by minor details, your consultant can concentrate on:
- Understanding your goals and vision
- Discussing budget and possible inclusions
- Identifying any potential site considerations (like zoning or permits)
This means you get practical, actionable advice quickly — often more efficiently than a longer onsite meeting.
3️⃣ Faster, Tailored Cost Estimates
With the information gathered during a phone consultation, a building consultant can provide a detailed, professional cost estimate within a few days.
You’ll walk away knowing your options, estimated costs, and what’s feasible for your project — without waiting for a lengthy onsite review.
4️⃣ Lower Cost, Less Pressure
Onsite consultations can be resource-intensive for builders, which sometimes leads to higher fees. A phone consultation is cost-effective and allows you to explore your project options without committing to a full site visit upfront.
This approach takes the pressure off and lets you make informed decisions before investing in more in-depth planning.
5️⃣ Easy Preparation for Next Steps
After a phone consultation, you’ll be armed with:
- A tailored cost estimate
- Professional guidance and an understanding of the build process
- Clarity on next steps, including financing or formal approvals
You can confidently move forward — whether that’s booking a follow up onsite visit, or accepting a formal quote and moving forward with your design and approvals.
✅ Bottom Line
A phone consultation with a building consultant is fast, efficient, and high-value. It gives you the insight you need to make confident decisions while saving time, stress, and money.
At Smart Home Additions, our $250 phone consultations deliver personalised advice and a tailored build estimate via email within 3–5 business days, so you can plan your first floor addition with confidence.
Go ahead and book your phone consultation and get your quote for a second storey addition with our building consultant today
NOTE: If you already have plans, then we are not the builder for you, please contact our parent company www.32degreesbuilding.com.au to book your build consultation and obtain a quote.