BUSINESS PROFILE
STRIKING DESIGNS, SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES
WATCO CONSTRUCTIONS IS RENOWNED FOR BUILDING QUALITY, STRIKING HOMES THAT ARE IN HARMONY WITH THEIR NATURAL SURROUNDS. LAST MONTH Townsville builder, Watco Constructions, won the Master Builders North Queensland Housing Award 2015 for a home renovation project $276,000 – $575,000. This award reinforces the quality and craftsmanship that Watco Constructions’ strong reputation has been built on. “It is nice to receive industry recognition for our projects being of high quality,” says Ben Watkins, who founded the company over seven years ago in the Mackay region and moved the business to Townsville in 2012. “We really pride ourselves on attention to detail, quality craftsmanship and sustainable building practices.”
“We really pride ourselves on attention to detail, quality craftsmanship and sustainable building practices.” Ben Watkins
When it comes to sustainable building practices, Watco Constructions doesn’t just take advantage of renewable resources; it brings together a vast array of practices, techniques and skills to reduce the impacts of buildings on the environment. This is achieved without sacrificing aesthetic appeal. “Polished concrete flooring is the perfect example of beauty, sustainability and value for money all-in-one,” explains Ben. “Not only is concrete a durable, low-maintenance floor that will last the life of a home, but
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it is made from sustainable materials close to where it is ordered, reducing wastage and the environmental impacts of transport and so on.” But it isn’t just their quality and sustainable building practices that is winning them new clients; a lot of their new business comes from referrals and word-of-mouth thanks to their exceptional customer service. And part of delivering a better and more inclusive experience for people renovating or building a new home is their online client portal.
renewable sources of energy, reducing the need for mechanical cooling and lighting. “Also keep an eye out for our new home under construction at the end of the new North Shore display village,” says Ben. “This home has been designed for striking looks, energy efficiency and practical healthy living and will be for sale on completion.” To find out more about Watco Constructions visit www.watco.com.au or call 4725 7211.
“People absolutely love our online client portal,” says Ben. “It gives clients access to their project night or day to make selections, view the schedule to see how the construction is progressing and see what decisions need to be made next. It also keeps all project communication in one place so nothing is ever overlooked.” Watco Constructions currently has new homes under construction that showcase passive design and lightweight construction. Passive design takes into account things such as the building orientation and floor plan in relation to the sun and prevailing breezes to make the most of free
Watco Constructions 183 Ingham Road West End, Townsville 4725 7211 ben@watco.com.au www.watco.com.au