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How to Spot & Eliminate Budget Risks Before You Build

The Hidden Traps That Derail Budgets —

and How to Avoid Them

Discover the design-stage red flags and hidden costs that lead to budget blowouts — and how to stop them before they start.

At Simpson and Co Projects, we specialise in the construction of sophisticated architectural homes in the Illawarra region.

Our immense technical skill and industry experience allows us to create award-winning homes with specific design requirements, where quality craftsmanship is evident in

Every Corner

Inside This Free Guide,

You’ll Learn How To...

  • Identify 8 design red flags that signal a potential budget blowout

  • Avoid hidden costs caused by site conditions, compliance and late selections

  • Understand how vague allowances and incomplete documentation lead to overruns

  • Learn why early builder involvement protects your budget and your vision

  • See how collaboration between builder, architect, and client keeps projects on track

  • Use proven planning steps to ensure your dream home gets built — on time and on budget

TESTIMONIALS

At the heart of our business is the tight-knit Illawarra community and the lifelong relationships we have forged. We’re committed to helping locals bring their dream home designs to life, utilising state of the art materials and unparalleled craftsmanship. But don’t take our word for it, hear what these happy homeowners

have to say …

Ron Dyak

Genuine caring nature of all involved was outstanding

The brief to was for the additions and renovations to a house in Coalcliff NSW. This was to be completed in two stages over a period of 7 years.

Further complicating the works was it was the house of an architect—a builder’s worse nightmare. On the completion of both Stage 1 & Stage 2, there was no doubt that Shane Simpson Construction was the right builder to have been selected. The attention to detail and genuine caring nature of all involved was outstanding. We can unreservedly recommend Shane Simpson Construction as a builder of the highest quality.

Karl Matiszik – Barnson Pty Ltd

I have no hesitancy in recommending their technical capabilities

Taylor and Herbert Structural were engaged as consulting Structural Engineers on the $3.9 million new residential construction project.

Shane Simpson Construction were the builders for the entire project.

As the primary Senior Structural Engineer, I have no hesitancy in recommending Shane Simpson Construction’s technical capabilities based on my involvement and observations during this project.

Ray Gillis – Gillis Architects

Shane to be a thoughtful and forward thinking builder

I found Shane to be a thoughtful and forward thinking builder who was able to work with others in a thorough manner.

Shane takes the requirements of the client and other professionals into account. Trades and staff organised by Shane were first rate and the general level of workmanship and attention to detail excellent.

Ron Dyak

Genuine caring nature of all involved was outstanding

The brief to was for the additions and renovations to a house in Coalcliff NSW. This was to be completed in two stages over a period of 7 years.

Further complicating the works was it was the house of an architect—a builder’s worse nightmare. On the completion of both Stage 1 & Stage 2, there was no doubt that Shane Simpson Construction was the right builder to have been selected. The attention to detail and genuine caring nature of all involved was outstanding. We can unreservedly recommend Shane Simpson Construction as a builder of the highest quality.

Karl Matiszik – Barnson Pty Ltd

I have no hesitancy in recommending their technical capabilities

Taylor and Herbert Structural were engaged as consulting Structural Engineers on the $3.9 million new residential construction project.

Shane Simpson Construction were the builders for the entire project.

As the primary Senior Structural Engineer, I have no hesitancy in recommending Shane Simpson Construction’s technical capabilities based on my involvement and observations during this project.

Ray Gillis – Gillis Architects

Shane to be a thoughtful and forward thinking builder

I found Shane to be a thoughtful and forward thinking builder who was able to work with others in a thorough manner.

Shane takes the requirements of the client and other professionals into account. Trades and staff organised by Shane were first rate and the general level of workmanship and attention to detail excellent.

Build With Confidence.

Plan With Clarity.

Smooth projects aren’t lucky — they’re planned. Learn how to protect your investment and avoid the design-stage pitfalls that derail budgets.

Download This Free Guide

Discover the proactive steps professional builders use to keep budgets steady and projects stress-free. Spot red flags early, eliminate hidden costs, and ensure your design stays achievable.

How to Spot & Eliminate Budget Risks Before You Build

The Hidden Traps That Derail Budgets —

and How to Avoid Them

Discover the design-stage red flags and hidden costs that lead to budget blowouts —

and how to stop them before they start.

Tip #1:

Learn the most common design features that secretly add thousands to construction costs

— and how to adapt early to avoid them.

Tip #2:

See why late selections and vague allowances are two of the biggest causes of budget creep

(and how to prevent them).

Tip #3:

Find out how collaboration between architect, designer, builder, and client can eliminate

rework and deliver a smoother build.

Custom Homes. Local Knowledge. Lasting Quality.

Proudly building clarity and confidence for

Illawarra Families

If you’re ready to build a bespoke architectural home in the Illawarra region, get in touch with the expert team at Simpson and Co today.

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