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28/10/2026

🏡 Building your dream home? Don’t let hidden costs catch you off guard!

Unexpected expenses can turn an exciting build into a stressful one — but they don’t have to. Our latest article shares practical tips to help you avoid surprise costs and keep your project on track from day one.

✨ Learn how to:
✅ Plan your budget with confidence
✅ Spot the “extra” costs before they happen
✅ Choose a builder who’s transparent and reliable

👉 Read the full guide here: https://longviewhomes.co.nz/avoiding-surprise-costs-in-your-build/

Ready to start building smart? Let’s talk — call us on 0800 100 945 or message us today.

25/10/2026

Happy Labour Weekend from the team at Longview Homes! ☀️

Whether you’re heading away or relaxing at home, enjoy a well-earned break with family and friends. 🏡

22/10/2026

Thinking about building your dream home? 🏡

Choosing the right section is one of the most important steps! Our blog breaks down exactly what to look for — from location and slope to sunlight and services. 🌞💧
👉 Read more on our website: https://longviewhomes.co.nz/what-to-look-for-in-a-section/

15/10/2026

Turning your Dreams into Reality with Longview Homes 🌟

14/10/2026

🏡 Build Smart. Ask the Right Questions.

Your dream home deserves a builder who values transparency, quality, and communication.
Before you sign a contract, make sure you’re asking the right questions — the ones that protect your investment and give you peace of mind.

💡 Download our free guide: “10 Essential Questions to Ask Your Builder Before You Sign a Contract” and learn how to:
✅ Avoid hidden costs
✅ Keep your project on budget and on time
✅ Ensure top-quality craftsmanship

🔗 Click here to get your free guide: https://longviewhomes.co.nz/ten-questions-to-ask-your-builder/

At Longview Homes, we believe building your dream home should be exciting — not stressful. Let’s make your vision a reality, together.

Ten things to ask your builder What should you ask your builder? We’ve created a simple guide with essential questions to ask your builder before signing any contract. This practical resource helps ensure you’re making an informed decision while protecting your interests throughout your building...

11/10/2026

🌸 Spring is here! ☀️🌱

We’re curious — which part of your home needs the most love before summer hits? 🏡

Vote below 👇
🔘 The deck / outdoor area (BBQ season’s calling! 🍔🔥)
🔘 The garden (hello, weeds 🌿)
🔘 The roof & gutters (winter took its toll 🌧️)
🔘 Inside (fresh paint, repairs, or upgrades 🛠️)

Tell us in the comments what project’s top of your list 👇

08/10/2026

🏡 **Room for family. Space for what’s next.**

Meet the **Tui** — a 218m² house plan with four bedrooms and two bathrooms, offering options for growing families, visiting guests or that much-needed home office.

🛏️ 4 bedrooms
🛁 2 bathrooms
📐 218m²

Whether you’re planning your next chapter or your forever home, finding the right plan is a great place to start.

At Longview Homes, we’ll help you explore how your new home could work for your lifestyle, section and budget, right here in Whakatāne and the Eastern Bay of Plenty.

👉 Explore the Tui plan https://longviewhomes.co.nz/our_plans/tui-4-bedroom-2-bathroom-218sqm/

**Message us to book a free consultation.**

04/10/2026

🏡 **Could a granny flat be the next step for your property?**

Space for extended family, somewhere for adult children to live independently, or a potential rental — a granny flat can open up exciting possibilities.

Under the 2026 rules, certain new, standalone, single-storey granny flats up to **70m²** can be built without building consent, provided **all exemption conditions are met**.

There are still requirements to follow, including:

✅ Building Code compliance and licensed building professionals
✅ A Project Information Memorandum (PIM) before work starts
✅ Council notifications and completion documentation
✅ Separate checks for planning and resource consent requirements

At **Longview Homes**, we can help you understand what’s possible on your site and guide you through the next steps.

👉 **Read our blog to learn what the changes could mean for you:**
https://longviewhomes.co.nz/granny-flat-building-consent-exemption-what-this-means-for-homeowners-in-2026/

30/09/2026

🏡 **An incredible view. A challenging site. A home worth the effort.**

This West End, Ōhope build put our planning and problem-solving skills to work!

✔️ A steep slope and small building platform
✔️ Limited access, with large deliveries craned onto site
✔️ Extensive earthworks and retaining walls
✔️ Nationwide material shortages

**Making it happen started well before construction.**

We worked closely with engineers, surveyors and earthworks contractors to prepare the site and keep the build within daylight plane restrictions. Deliveries were carefully scheduled, materials ordered early, and strong supplier relationships helped us finish close to our planned dates.

👉 Explore our West End project https://longviewhomes.co.nz/west-end-project/

28/09/2026

🏡 **Love your location, but your home no longer fits your lifestyle?**

You might need more space, a better layout, or a fresh start—but should you renovate, extend, or build new?

🔨 **Renovate** to update tired spaces and make more of the home you love.
🏠 **Extend** to add room for your family while staying in your neighbourhood.
✨ **Build new** for the freedom to design around your lifestyle, with modern comfort and a layout that works from day one.

The right choice comes down to your property, your budget, and how you want to live in the years ahead.

At Longview Homes, we help homeowners across Whakatāne and the Eastern Bay of Plenty explore their options with confidence.

👉 **Which option is right for you? Read our blog:**https://longviewhomes.co.nz/renovate-extend-or-build-new-which-is-right-for-your-property/