Choosing Your Builder: The Questions That Actually Matter.
It’s the questions we’d be asking if we were in your shoes — the stuff that helps you compare builders properly and avoid the common budget surprises people don’t see coming.
If you’re at the "who do we trust?" stage, it’s a really helpful place to start.
The Manning Process
Our transparent build process allows you to stay informed and in control with 24/7 portal access and direct builder contact
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Discovery
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Concept Design
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Preliminary Agreement
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Fixed Price Contract
Why Manning Homes
See Everything, Anytime
Our intuitive client portal puts you in control with 24/7 access to your project. View live updates, timelines, progress photos, and directly message your builder all in one place. It's complete transparency designed to give you peace of mind at every stage of your build journey.
Your Vision, Built Right
Every Manning Home is a one-of-a-kind reflection of our client’s lifestyle, needs, and vision. As true custom home specialists, we take the time to listen, design thoughtfully, and deliver a quality built home that brings your dream to life.
Clear, Reliable Pricing
With fixed price contracts, you’ll know exactly what to expect - no surprises, no stress. It means you can budget with confidence and focus on the excitement of your new home.
We Don't Overbook
Your build won’t be lost in a queue. We cap our projects so we can focus fully on yours, ensuring quality, communication, and efficiency from start to finish.
Projects
Explore our custom builds - each home is a reflection of our client’s vision, brought to life with care and precision
Explore our custom builds - each home is a reflection of our client’s vision, brought to life with care and precision
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Blog Posts
The Story Behind Manning Homes: Our Family, Our Move Back to Forster, and Why We Started Our Building Business
If you’d told us a few years ago that we’d be back in Forster running our own…
When You Love Where You Live, But Your Home No Longer Fits: Here’s Why Forster Families Are Choosing Knockdown Rebuilds with Manning Homes
There comes a moment when the house that once felt perfect starts to feel… off. The walls…
The Hidden Cost of Free Quotes: What Forster Homeowners Need to Know Before Building
Planning your dream home in Forster, Tuncurry or anywhere along the Mid-North Coast often starts with getting…
Let's Build the Home You'll Never Want to Leave
Let’s chat about your vision - schedule a call at a time that suits you and take the first step toward your dream home.