Why We Only Use Our Own Trades and Suppliers
One of the most common questions we get and why the answer might surprise you
We get it. We honestly do.
When you're planning a build, it makes complete sense to look at every opportunity to save money. And if you have a friend who's a plumber or a family member who does plastering, it can feel like a no-brainer. Why wouldn't you use someone you already know and trust?
The truth is, it's one of the most common questions we receive and one of the most important ones we can answer honestly.
Using your own trades or suppliers, while well-intentioned, can actually create more challenges than it solves. Delays, miscommunication, scheduling conflicts, and gaps in accountability can quickly turn what seemed like a cost-saving decision into one that costs you more in time, money, and stress.
It's Not Just About the Work, It's About the Relationship
With over 25 years in the building industry, Sam and our team have built something that goes well beyond a contact list. Every trade we work with, from the concreter and roofer to the plumber and sparky, have been chosen because of their quality, their reliability, and their values.
These aren't just people we call when we need a job done. These are tradespeople we trust completely. People we'd have built our own homes. And if we wouldn't trust them with that, we wouldn't send them to yours.
A Team That Runs Like Clockwork
One of the greatest advantages of working with an established trade network is something you might not immediately think about, but it’s also the way they work with each other.
Our trades have been working alongside one another for years. They know each other's standards, their timelines, and their communication style. So when one trade wraps up and the next needs to step in, there's no awkward handover or guesswork. It just flows.
And if something unexpected comes up, as it sometimes does in building, they pick up the phone, talk it through, and sort it out between themselves. No delays waiting on a stranger to return a call. No gaps in the schedule that push your completion date out by weeks.
Respect Goes Both Ways
Something we're genuinely proud of is that every trade we bring onto your property understands exactly where they are. They're working in your backyard, in your space, often while you and your family are living right beside them.
That means showing up on time, keeping the site tidy, being respectful of your home and your privacy, and treating your property the way they'd want theirs treated. These aren't rules we've had to enforce. They're values our trades already hold, and it's one of the key reasons we're proud to put the BCC Homes name behind every single one of them.
What This Means for You
When you build with us, you're not just getting a builder. You're getting an entire team of experienced, trusted professionals who have worked together for years to deliver the best possible outcome — for every client, every time.
That's the BCC Homes difference. And it's a standard we're not willing to compromise on.
Ready to take the next step?
Download our 21-Step Checklist to understand exactly what's involved in building your Granny Flat and what to look out for along the way.
Or if you'd prefer to talk it through with someone who knows the industry inside out, book a call with our team. No pressure, just a genuine conversation about what's possible for your property.
