You're already building above code on most jobs — but not yet leading with it in every sales conversation. In our survey, that's exactly where the gap shows up in the numbers.
Demand for energy-efficient homes is growing1
In our own 2026 survey of Australian builders, high-performance builders were nearly twice as likely to have worked locked in 6+ months ahead.2
High performance builds sell for ~14.5% more, rewarding homeowners and builders alike — while standard builders are trapped competing on price.1-3
Verified credentials turn claims into proof, increasing trust, leading to faster response times from qualified clients.3-4
When prospects can verify your credibility upfront, they hesitate less and commit faster.3-4 Fewer tyre-kickers. Better jobs.
Familiarity with standards is rising with national compliance.5 Early movers monetise; late movers comply.4
Many builders already build better, but the market often can’t see it.5
Without visible proof, clients can't tell good builders from cowboys. So everyone competes on price.6-7
The SBA shows you how to achieve high-performance affordably, and connects you with a community that holds itself to a higher standard. Aligning your business to continuous improvement, gives prospects confidence.
Australian research shows 72% of consumers planning to build or renovate are willing to pay more for independent assurance that a builder is trustworthy.7
Our survey confirms the pattern holds — high-performance builders report twice the rate of stronger profit margins, and 2.5x the satisfaction with quote conversion.2
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