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Fairmont Homes vs Oakford Homes

An independent, side-by-side look at two of our building partners to help you understand your options.

Fairmont Homes

Volume/Project Builder

vs
Oakford Homes

Custom Builder

Note: BuildPilot partners with both builders. This comparison provides factual information to help you understand your options. It's not a recommendation of one over the other. The right builder depends on your specific needs, budget and preferences.

Quick Comparison

Attribute
Fairmont Homes
Oakford Homes
Builder Type
Volume/Project Builder
Custom Builder
Price Range
$2,000 - $3,000/sqm
$2,200 - $3,200/sqm
Established
1959
1985 (40+ years, 4,000+ homes)
Headquarters
Adelaide (SA owned)
Adelaide
Warranty
Comprehensive structural warranty
Comprehensive Home Builder's warranty
Display Homes
Kent Town and growth areas
Mount Barker, Oakden, Brooklyn Park, Hawthorn, Encounter Bay - 9 display homes across Adelaide

About Each Builder

Fairmont Homes

Fairmont Homes

Adelaide's Award-Winning Builder

South Australian success story, growing from a local builder to one of Adelaide's most awarded. Based in Kent Town, known for customer service.

Often suited for:

Quality inclusionsSA familiesAward-winning designsCustomer service focus
Design Approach:

Wide range of designs with quality standard inclusions

Build Process:

Dedicated customer service team throughout build

Visit Fairmont Homes website
Oakford Homes

Oakford Homes

Quality Homes Built on Honest Foundations Since 1985

Family-owned Adelaide custom home builder with 40+ years of experience and over 4,000 completed homes. Reputation built on transparent pricing, honest conversations and quality finishes delivered by trades who've been with them for 15, 20, even 25 years. Winner - HIA SA Display Home 2024.

Often suited for:

Custom buildsKnockdown rebuildsAdapting proven designsHonest transparent pricing
Design Approach:

Custom designs built around your life plus a library of proven adaptable designs

Build Process:

Direct contact with experienced professionals from first conversation to handover; no-surprises approach

Visit Oakford Homes website

How Do I Choose?

There's no "better" builder. There's only the builder that's right for your situation. Consider these factors:

  • 1
    Your budget and priorities

    Different builders suit different price points. Think about what matters most: price, inclusions, customisation or service.

  • 2
    Your land and location

    Some builders specialise in certain areas or challenging sites. Consider who builds in your area and has experience with your block type.

  • 3
    Your design requirements

    Do you want to heavily modify a plan, or are you happy with standard designs? Different builders offer different levels of flexibility.

  • 4
    Visit display homes

    Nothing beats seeing their work in person. Visit display homes from both builders to compare quality and style firsthand.

Need Help Deciding?

BuildPilot can help you understand which builder might suit your specific situation. We work with both Fairmont Homes and Oakford Homes. Our job is to help you make the right choice for you - not push you toward whichever builder pays the most.

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