u/ChrisBuildingData

Last July, I shared an early version of a NSW builder comparison site I created. It was well received and I got a lot of useful feedback - thanks again (original post).

Since then, I've been improving the site and it has been great seeing people use it to help them find and research builders. Just wanted to share an update on what's been added:

• More compliance / risk data: expanded the number of data sources, including any upcoming tribunal hearings for each builder
• Local builder filter: added geographic data so you can filter to builders based locally (in addition to the standard view of showing all builders that service your suburb but may be based further away)
• Display homes: you can now search for display homes based on location and property features - I was surprised to find there are >800 display homes from >130 builders in NSW
• Educational blog: started adding content to help people navigate the building process (trying to keep it practical, with input from builders)
• 'Deeper insights' feature: I can provide more detailed, personalised insights based on real project data e.g. build costs, actual completion timelines. I'd value thoughts on whether this is something people would pay for / find useful (it's free for now)
• More builders: continuing to add more builders every week. Now over 1,100 listed but many more to go

My next big goal is expanding beyond NSW. Victoria is next, then QLD.

Hoping this will prove useful to anyone planning a construction project. Keen to hear any more suggestions, especially any other features you'd find useful.

Here's the link to the site: https://buildindex.com.au