Australian Building Co.

I just wanted to say a huge thank you to the entire Metricon / ABC Homes Northside Brisbane team for making my first home journey such a positive experience. From securing the contract through to design and planning, I truly appreciate the support from Raven Fisher, Alex (Pre-Site Manager), Ken, Lily, and especially Brad. Thanks to Brad and Ken,… Read more ·  1

who managed my home construction over the last three months. They consistently went above and beyond, keeping me updated on the progress of the build and ensuring I understood every stage of the construction process and what to expect. Always approachable, professional, easy to work with, and communicated exceptionally well. Brad answered all of my questions promptly and made the final stages of construction smooth, straightforward, and stress-free. His dedication, responsiveness, and commitment to delivering excellent customer service truly made a difference.

Building a home can be overwhelming, but the entire team made the experience enjoyable and reassuring. Their professionalism, dedication, and attention to detail were evident throughout the process. I absolutely love my new Metricon home, and I’m incredibly grateful to everyone who helped make this dream a reality. I highly recommend the Metricon Homes Northside Brisbane team to anyone looking to build their dream home. Thank you once again for all your hard work. -Michael

The whole project was well managed,the workmanship and build quality of my property was excellent.they’re no issues during the construction,I’m very happy and satisfied on how the company work on my house.i will definitely recommend it to anyone.thank you so much Show details ·  1

I am extremely disappointed with my experience with ABC Builders. It's been over four months since I moved into my new build home, and I've had to deal with multiple defects and issues—many of which should be covered under warranty. Despite emailing several times with photos clearly showing the problems, all I receive in response is that the… Read more

matter has been “forwarded to the relevant person.” Unfortunately, no one has followed up, contacted me, or taken any steps to resolve the problems. The lack of communication and accountability is shocking. It feels like once the sale was completed, the customer support simply disappeared. This is poor management at its worst. I expected far better from a company claiming to provide quality homes and service. At this point, I am completely frustrated. If you are considering building from ABC Builders/Metricon, I would strongly recommend reconsidering unless you are prepared to deal with months of silence and unresolved issues.

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A major leak in the recycled water line was identified shortly after handover. The builder refused responsibility, incorrectly blaming concreting works without evidence. An independent investigation confirmed the defect was due to poor workmanship during construction—750mm underground, making external damage unlikely.

The issue led to: Extensive repair costs (leak detection, plumbing, concrete work) Inability to occupy the home Additional 2 months of rent Emotional distress and lost workdays

Total Financial Loss: $8,530

Metricon and ABC Homes Review – Building a home is one of the biggest investments most people will make, and after years of planning and saving, my wife and I chose ABC Homes, a subsidiary of Metricon, to turn our dream into reality. While many rush to review their experiences, I opted to wait until I had fully lived in my home for about 18 months. Now, having experienced all… Read more

stages, I feel it's time to share my thoughts.

============= Sales Experience ============= Our initial sales experience with Metricon was decent. We spent 6-8 months exploring various designs, and ABC Homes offered a good selection, though options for finishes were quite limited.

We initially selected a design we liked but were swayed by a new double-storey option, the Brookwater 42, after visiting a display home. The sales process itself was lengthy, but our representative was patient and helpful throughout, ensuring we were satisfied with our choices. However, the lengthy nature of the process should have raised red flags for what was to come.

========= Build Phase =========

Unfortunately, the build phase was riddled with problems. My site supervisor changed multiple times, and communication was nearly non-existent. Questions often went unanswered unless it was time for payments, which were strictly enforced according to the contract. This lack of empathy was disappointing, particularly during a difficult time when my father was terminally ill.

While I was overseas to visit him, I received an email demanding a payment for the completed second stage of the build, giving me only a week to respond. Despite my situation, Metricon refused to grant even a slight extension. I had to scramble to arrange inspections remotely, all while my father was gravely ill. Ultimately, I met the deadline, but the emotional toll was heavy.

The build itself also had significant flaws. The slab was shorter than the design, and a large glass window we had chosen was mysteriously absent, with Metricon claiming it was an optional add-on I hadn’t selected—despite my thorough review of every detail. A floating staircase I chose was initially replaced with a boxed version, further exemplifying the poor attention to detail.

The entire build took about 18-20 months, far longer than promised, leading to a small compensation for the delay. By the end, it felt as if they were rushing to hand over the house, resulting in subpar quality in many areas.

======== Handover ========

The handover process was frustratingly impersonal. Instead of a thorough walkthrough and explanation of warranties, it felt like a simple transaction: "Here are your keys, thank you." For such a significant investment, this lack of guidance was disappointing, leaving me with a sense of a 2-star experience at best.

=============== Post-Build/Warranty ===============

After moving in, the experience only worsened. Initially responsive, Metricon has become largely uncommunicative, leaving many issues unresolved. Within the first few months, I reported various problems, including shoddy kitchen cabinetry, uncleaned sites, faulty water connections, and a poorly installed recycling water system.

The most concerning issues involved the flooring. The upstairs floorboards squeaked incessantly, while the downstairs felt unstable. Although they addressed the master bedroom squeaking, other areas remain untouched. My emails about these problems have gone unanswered.

Even more frustrating was an issue with the lights on the front pillars, which short-circuited in the rain due to their poor waterproofing—a basic oversight.

While Metricon initially sent someone to assess the problems, their solutions have been inadequate, and many issues persist, including repeated attempts to fix the cabinetry that remain unresolved.

========== Conclusion ==========

Overall, my experience with ABC Homes and Metricon has been a disappointment, rating no more than 3 out of 5 stars. What may be just another project for them has been a significant life event for me. Their focus on speed and cost-cutting came at the expense of quality.

If you’re considering a build, I recommend sticking to ABC Homes' smaller designs, where Metricon seems to perform better. However, be cautious of the enticing prices, as they often come with compromises on quality.

If I were to build again, I would certainly avoid Metricon. The initial sales experience might have been acceptable, but everything that followed fell short. I wish I had opted for a custom builder who could provide more personalized attention and care. My experience has left much to be desired, and I can’t recommend Metricon or ABC Homes based on what I’ve encountered.

A very easy experience. The entire process from design selection, communication and the bulid of our 4 bedroom home was very easy and honestly the best experience for a first home buyer. I'd like to personally thank Anu, Bec Smith, Taylor and Danny for their amazing help throughout the process. Anu was amazing at working with our choices,… Read more ·  1

providing suggestions and recommendations for our selections.

Bec our presite manager was honestly amazing in her own right. She walked us through the ins and outs before construction, and was so friendly to work with.

Taylor was great keeping us informed about the bulid process, changes and design alterations where needed.

Danny, our builder. I cannot thank enough. The sheer professionalism, attention to detail and the weekly calls to update us on the progress has truely been commendable on all fronts. The overall quality has been outstanding. The guy is a stand up bloke too. Absolutely lovely to work with.

I would recommend this team! Truely the best of the best! ❤️

I’m really happy with my overall experience building the Lloyd 20 in East Bairnsdale with ABC Homes, especially with Josh as my Site Manager. From the beginning through to completion, Josh was fantastic to deal with. He was always friendly, helpful, understanding and easy to communicate with. He kept the build moving well, managed the different… Read more ·  1

stages efficiently and completed the house in around four months, which I was extremely happy with.

The overall workmanship and finish of the home were also very good. At the final inspection, I only found a few minor paint touch-ups and there were no major issues, which gave me a lot of confidence in the quality of the build.

I was also very pleased with the energy-efficiency features included in the home. The house has a 6-star energy rating, along with a solar system and an efficient hot water system. These are great additions, particularly for an investment property, as they can help keep ongoing energy costs lower and make the home more attractive to future occupants.

Another thing I really appreciated was how the site was presented at the end of the build. The property was properly cleared and the construction rubbish was removed, leaving the site clean and ready for me to organise the landscaping and final outdoor works. That made the handover process much easier.

Overall, the whole building process was smooth and well managed. A big thank you to Josh for all his hard work, communication and support throughout the project. I genuinely appreciated the way he managed the build from start to finish.

I would be very happy to work with Josh and ABC Homes again on another project in the future.

Highly recommended!

We had a great experience building our new home with Metricon. The site supervisor [Name Removed] was excellent in dealing with and very helpful. He was always in touch with us with updates and suggestions. Really want to thank [Name Removed] for his help. Much appreciated. The construction was very quick and completed months earlier than what we… Read more ·  1

had anticipated. We had some hurdles withe pre-site team. Some important items such as glass splash back and kitchen sinks (in the tender) were completely missing in the contract only to be figured out by our site supervisor when it came to the installation stage! I could only give 2 out of 5 stars for the preconstruction team. Overall, the experience was great! We had built our last 2 homes with the other 2 top builders in Victoria, but the customer service experience we received from Metricon, particularly from the construction team was excellent and much more than what we had received from the other two builders.

Site manager Paul is very kind and efficient. He's very co operative. Metricon is very fast and efficient in building. Easy building process. Final product is pretty good. I'll do again with metricon if I get a chance. Show details ·  1

I’m very happy with my new home and overall had a positive experience building with Australian Building Co. The building process itself was quite fast, and I’m really pleased with the final result and the quality of my home. Communication regarding the different stages and expected completion date could have been better, as I sometimes had to… Read more ·  1

follow up for updates. However, I’m very happy with how everything turned out in the end and I absolutely love my new home. Thank you to everyone involved in bringing it all together.

**Disclosure** I worked for Adelaide Metricon as a sales agent a few years back. Even as a ex employee,I went through the process without any favouritism and was treated just the same as any building client. I worked with [Name Removed] with my brief and we got a 200 M2 4 bedroom,study,double garage and 2 bathrooms onto a 337m2 block with a 10.5 m… Read more ·  1

front.Great use of the land! The pre site team were easy to deal with,and mostly on top of things,we had some tricky encumbrances which went back and forth quite a bit,and had to go through the public consultation process Plan SA required. Once development approval was granted,ABC had the slab down early February 2026.We had a site supervisor change at the slab stage, [Name Removed] took the build right through to completion,was always all over the build and kept in regular touch with me on the progress,he did a great job,and I am not the easiest person to keep happy having spent 30 years in building related employment. The build handover was mid July,was a seamless process,and the build quality was very good. Also once the contract was signed,it was fixed,so peace of mind there.Total cost turn key was $415,000.

**Our Home Building Journey – From Pre-Construction to Handover** Today is our handover day—a huge milestone for our family! After months of planning, waiting, and watching our dream home come to life, we're finally holding the keys to our new home. From the very beginning of the pre-construction stage, the team was professional, helpful, and… Read more ·  1

patient in answering our questions. They guided us through each step, making what could have been an overwhelming process much easier to understand.

As construction progressed, we appreciated the regular updates and seeing each stage completed. Like any building project, there were a few challenges and delays along the way, but the team remained responsive and worked to keep us informed throughout the journey.

Today, walking through our finished home and receiving the keys is an unforgettable feeling. Seeing everything come together has made the entire journey worthwhile. The quality of the workmanship and the attention to detail have left us excited to start this new chapter.

A big thank you to the entire Metricon and ABC Homes team for helping turn our vision into reality. We truly appreciate everyone's hard work and dedication throughout the process.

If you're planning to build a home, remember that patience is key. It's a journey with many stages, but the excitement of finally walking into your own home makes it all worth it.

Thank you again, Metricon and ABC Homes! Here's to making many wonderful memories in our forever home. ❤️

Get the money and run ABC I had a handover couple weeks ago this was stressful frustration disappointed experience no communication, sent email to the supervisor never replied back , the wanted to have handover earlier I said to finish what no completed after that we do handover I give more time no rushing, at the time of handover the was no oven… Read more

and no cook top , the items I told to finish few weeks earlier not finish to clean the garage still dirty, trying to talk to the supervisor is like taking to a wall we got in circles insist in on way, now after sent email to the office trying to call the supervisor no one answering. Not fair after paying all this money customer be treated like this. The are still mistaken to finish and not answer. Frustrating all this story

We are extremley happy with Metricon. From start to finish, communication was excellent. Highly recommended, we love our new home; every inch of our home is perfect. Now awaiting to move in and enjoy Thanks, Metricon!! Show details ·  1

Excellent Building Experience with Metricon We had a very positive experience building our home with Metricon from start to finish. The entire process was handled professionally, and the team was always supportive, responsive, and helpful throughout the journey. A special thanks to [Name Removed] for his outstanding support and professionalism… Read more ·  1

throughout the entire build process. [Name Removed] was always approachable, responsive, and very attentive to detail. His communication and site management made the whole experience smooth and stress-free. He ensured everything progressed efficiently and maintained a high standard of workmanship throughout the build.

We truly appreciate [Name Removed]’s hard work, dedication, and commitment in delivering our home to such a great standard. The quality of the build, regular updates, and overall customer service made the experience enjoyable and hassle-free.

Thank you to [Name Removed] and the entire Metricon team for making our dream home a reality. We are very happy with the final result and would highly recommend Metricon to anyone looking to build their new home.

Al from the sales team in Geelong was unreal start to finish, Brett our site supervisor was also great providing updates throughout and completing our house very fast but also top notch quality Show details ·  1

Very happy with all the people we dealt with, the communication and the finalised house. It all came together much quicker than expected. Our own independant inspector found minimal issues with the build and the ones that were found, were corrected asap. Show details ·  1

Our build finished in February this year and we moved in later in that same month. There were a few issues that we brought up with the builder and 90% of those issues were fixed… we had access to our service and warranty page to add requests right… Read more

up until 3 weeks ago when we had a plumbing system block and sewage was coming up through our 6yr olds shower stall.. i IMMEDIATELY uploaded a request for repairs as urgent but this happened on a Sunday evening and with raw sewage coming up into the home that smelt extremely bad and very toxic for our children we were forced to call an emergency plumber to immediately address the issue. Investigation from plumber was there was a huge build up of solidified paint in the pipes.. so the painters when painting our home washed their brushes and tools down the holes in the floor prior to toilet installation and due to no constant running water caused the paint to dry up in the pipe. Blockage was fixed and we paid $3280 out of pocket mistakenly under the impression due to the nature of the emergency we would be reimbursed by abc/metricon.. WOW WAS I MISTAKEN!!! It took 3 days before our service and warranty agent called us back telling us they would not honour the reimbursement because we didn’t follow correct procedures. Now if we had of waited until they could be bothered contacting up back we would have a home covered in raw toilet sewage.. not to mention the water worms in the toilet bowl GROSS… I challenged then asking how I was supposed to address the emergency without an emergency contact on our portal for out of office hours. And BOOM our portal to report issues shockingly goes out of action.. we have 19 days left on our 90 day service and warranty period and after 15+ emails asking for our portal to be reinstated we are told nothing except that no service requests will be accepted after May 16th… [Name Removed] is our service and warranty contact and I would probably have a better chance contacting Elvis directly before I heard from her.

The home we have is amazing, we are very happy with what we have as long as small defaults and issues are addressed before our service and warranty runs out.

But due to the disregard to my families health and safely in the home these people built for us that cost $1.1m I would 100% NEVER RECOMMEND BUILDING WITH ABC/METRICON… as soon as they got money they have throw us in the bin and don’t give a cr#p anymore.