FAQs
Common Questions
Why should I build my home in Steel?
How much do your steel framed homes cost?
Can you help me design my own steel frame home?
How do I become an owner-builder?
Do you offer a warranty/guarantee?
What areas do you cover?
Can my kit home be built in a cyclonic region?
Can I build on a sloping site?
Can I customise my home?
What if I have a problem with construction?
 
Why should I build in steel?

Steel is a strong, durable and very versatile building material. Compared to a timber framed home, a steel framed designed home is lightweight and easy to handle and because 60% of all steel used in Australia is made from recycled material, it is eco-friendly too.

For further information, go to our Benefits of Steel page .

 
How much do your homes cost?

Every home is different, so prices vary depending upon a number of key factors. These include the size of your kit home, the amount of the construction work you undertake yourself and its location on your chosen site.

If you undertake all of the basic construction work yourself, then it is likely that your steel framed home will cost up to 40% less than if you had it built for you.

For example prices, please refer to our Design Gallery page.

 
Can you help me design my own home?
Yes. Component Homes provides a complete design service, from concept designs to working drawings as well as having a range of standard kit home designs.
 
How do I become an owner-builder?

In order to build your own home, you need an owner builders licence and register with the Builder’s Registration Board

 
Do you offer a warranty/guarantee?

Bluescope Truecore ™ is a corrosion resistant, high tensile material that comes with a 50-year manufacturer’s warranty. 

 
What areas do you cover?

Component Homes is based in Western Australia and delivers throughout Australia and delivers DIY kits for steel framed houses throughout Australia.

 
Can my home be built in a cyclonic region?

Yes. Steel framed homes are exceptionally well suited to cyclonic regions and we have extensive experience of designing homes for all cyclonic conditions. 

 
Can I build on a sloping site?

Yes. Our steel framed homes are ideally suited to building on sloping blocks. Our extensive experience in elevated floor systems means we can tailor a design to suit even the most challenging of sites. 

 
Can I customise my home?

You can adapt an existing Component Homes plan or we can help you design an entirely new home. When you build your own home you can choose from an amazing range of external claddings available to make your home look exactly as you imagined it. 

 
What if I have a problem with construction?

Your Component Homes Construction Manual is very comprehensive and tailored to your individual home. So whether you are erecting a DIY home or you decide to get a sub-contractor to do it for you, it is very easy to follow. Even then, if you need further advice or assistance we are available at any time.