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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.

One more win in every ten quotes

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High-performance builders reported stronger numbers on every measure.

SBA survey of 141 Australian residential builders, January–March 2026

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Work locked in 6+ months ahead
59.5%
37.4%
Very happy with how often quotes became jobs
42.9%
17.2%
Strong or healthy margins
28.6%
14.1%
High-performance builders
Everyone else
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Most builders' quotes are taking longer. Find out how some are closing faster.

When we surveyed 141 Australian builders early this year, one group reported stronger numbers across pipeline, margins and conversion. The 2026 State of the Market Report breaks down every finding — and what that group of builders had in common.

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Every builder says they build well. The hard part is proving it to someone who's never met you.

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“SBA provides a community of progressive builders committed to better building. Builders can learn how to integrate high-performance building practices into profitable, scalable businesses, while positioning themselves as trusted leaders in their local markets.”
Nicole & David Hynes, Hycon Homes

Sources:

  1. SBA State of the Market Report, 2026. Survey of 141 Australian residential builders, January–March 2026. Figures are self-reported. The conversion figure reflects satisfaction with conversion rate, not a measured rate.