Our Process

Building Homes

At Bergstreme Developments we understand that having a custom home built is a major investment. That is why our team is dedicated to walking you through each step of the process. We will work within your budget to make sure that you get the best value out of each rand you invest.

Step 1

Find Your Land

We will design a plan to suite the plot – whether it is one of our own plots, one that we may have to source for you or your own plot that needs developing. We can help you evaluate and find the perfect backdrop for your new home.

Step 2

Design Your Home

We create bespoke designs that complement the unique character of each plot, whether it’s part of our curated portfolio, a site we source exclusively for you, or your own land awaiting transformation. Our team will help you assess and select the perfect setting to bring your dream home to life.

Step 3

Building Specifications

During the design process, Bergstreme Developments will work with you to develop a set of specifications that detail every aspect of your new home. Your preliminary design and initial drafts of your specifications will be reworked as necessary to ensure your home is within budget. The final specifications will ensure that there are no unpleasant surprises when your home is complete. In our quotation we will make allowance (p.c. amounts) for finishes such as kitchen and bedroom cupboard, floor covering, sanitary ware etc. so that you can choose your own finishes during the building process. The quotation with the specifications and p.c. amounts will become part of the building contract.

Step 4

Construction

Once the design, specifications, and cost are approved, we formalise the contract and begin construction. Our project manager creates a schedule, and site foremen ensure the work stays on track while maintaining the highest quality standards. We keep communication open throughout the process to manage expectations. Working with trusted suppliers and subcontractors, we personally oversee every step and use only premium materials so your home lasts for generations. To simplify finishing choices, our showroom offers a curated selection of top-quality products at competitive prices.

Step 5

Inspection

During the construction process, in addition to our normal daily supervision, we conduct specific in depth inspections at critical milestones: prior to foundation casting – soil testing by engineer, prior to ground floor slab casting – compaction test by engineer, slab/deck (if double storey) and reinforced beams checked and certified by engineer, plumbing drainage test by municipality, plumbing pipe work pressure test by qualified plumber, electrical systems certified by qualified electrician, roof inspection by engineer and final walk through snag list by ourselves. In addition to the above the NHBRC conducts random quality control checks throughout the building process. These special inspections help to ensure that your new home will be structurally sound.

Step 6

Move In

Prior to your move-in, we will carefully walk through your new home with you to make sure everything is as you expected it to be and in good working order. Our goal is to build your home as you dreamed it would be or better. We build homes that we would be proud to live in.