VMIA's Preferred Builder

To the customers affected by an insolvent builder, we know how important your dream home is and what an exciting time this should be.

We are proud to be among those nominated by VMIA (Victorian Managed Insurance Authority) to complete unfinished builds. Our financial strength and operational capacity to complete the necessary building works, beyond our ongoing projects, has been verified and we look forward to helping you get back on track.

Simonds has been a trusted name in the volume building industry for 75 years, having built homes for more than 50,000 Australians. With Simonds, you can trust that we’ll provide you with the expertise and guidance you need to complete your home for you and your family.

Get in touch with us today so we can help you get back on track with your home build.

From our family to yours, we're here to help you.

Process

Simonds have quoted to complete your home, what’s next?

1. Quote Assessment by VMIA:

  • Simonds will quote to complete your home.

  • Upload your signed Simonds Quote to the VMIA Portal.

2. Quantum Decision:

  • VMIA will assess your quote/s and reach a quantum decision.

3. Proceeding with Quantum Decision:

  • If you wish to proceed based on the quantum decision, sign the Quantum Decision along with a release and authority form.

  • Upload the signed documents to your VMIA portal.

4. New HIA Contract:

  • Simonds will issue your new HIA contract electronically, including the same documentation as your previous builder's contract.

5. Building Permit, Insurance, and Documentation:

  • Simonds will arrange your new building permit and insurance policy.

  • Prepare the construction documentation ready for site start.

6. Financial Documentation:

  • Provide Simonds with a bank statement or financial approval covering the balance left to pay to complete your home.

7. Site Start Confirmation:

  • Simonds will book in your trades and advise your site start date.

"It has been an incredible effort and delivery from Simonds"
Vin - Previous Porter Davis Customer
"We’re really really happy with our experience and I highly recommend (Simonds)"
Renee - Previous Porter Davis Customer

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