Testimonials

We have many happy customers. Please read some of their comments about their experience with Ian Byrnes Building. .

After researching builders on the Atherton Tableland and the Cairns region by both looking at websites and finished builds we chose Ian Byrnes Building and have never regretted that decision. Building a new home is supposed to be one of life’s main stressors but Ian and his team building our house was anything but… we lived on the property while our home was built so we had almost daily interaction with the builders and we were continually impressed by the quality of workmanship, attention to detail, willingness to help and the cleanliness of the site. Ian, as well as his team and sub-contractors were always willing to answer questions and offer informed and valuable advice about a wide range of products and finishes. Administrative support was always available from Nicky who acted as a conduit to the building team when they were not on site. We have no hesitation in recommending Ian, Nicky and their team whether it is to build your new home or renovate your existing home. Out of 10? – definitely a 10.

Bruce and Lynda

Yungaburra

Amazing, amazing, amazing – this house is not just our home it is a place where we can relax and enjoy life to the fullest. Ian and his team made our house plans become a reality by bringing in his knowledge and expertise to make this building even better then we could have imagined. We designed our home so it could be built out of timber, everything from the timber frame, all the way through to the 28 custom designed timber windows and doors made from New Guinea Rosewood. Ian’s whole team always gave 110% attention to detail from the very start through to the finish, even to this day we cannot fault any craftsmanship which still is the best I have ever seen. Ian also helped us make changes to the house including the country style very steep pitched roof, cathedral ceilings and the drop-down attic stairs. His building site was always very clean and tidy – even in the wettest and wildest weather conditions which are common in the Upper Barron area. He finished our home before the expected finish date and was always very obliging and easy to talk to. Thank you to everyone that worked on our house to make it in to our dream home.

Alex and Juana Adoberg

Upper Barron

We have recently purchased an Ian Byrnes house and are thrilled with our new home. The quality and attention to detail is of the very high standard and our house has a great feel, the design fitting in very well with our family. There is nothing we would change. The house has been placed well on the block with superb views of the Atherton mountains from the entertainment deck. All fittings are of a top quality and the efficient LED lighting throughout certainly lights up the house. Thank you Ian and Nikky for being so approachable throughout the building process. I recommend Ian and his professional crew to any one who wants a beautiful home they can be proud of.

Tony and Barbara Bouckaert

Atherton

I would recommend using Ian byrnes building and the contractors he works with for your building needs. I have used Ian to do some renovation works on a house I was selling and then used him to build a new house. He is easy to discuss things with listens to what you say and in my case gave me ideas that definitely made the finished product a lot better than what I had originally planned. The block I built my new house on was challenging due to the slope of the land. I believe Ian’s family background in earthmoving has given him an edge on building on blocks that need excavation work. If you want to build a house without the horror stories you hear about I would recommend to anyone to use Ian Byrnes and his team. Regards

Dennis Schmidt

Tolga

We have been involved in two projects with Ian Byrnes Building in the past 2 years. One was a complete renovation of an existing building, which has now become a market leader in flooring show rooms. The second building was a total new build of a physiotherapy complex. On both occasions we were extremely happy with Ian, Nicky and their team. Every aspect was handled with professionalism, eye to detail, and performed within the time frame required. Ian is a very approachable man and is always willing to do his utmost to iron out any minor details that do arise on the job. We cannot recommend Ian Byrnes Building highly enough and will certainly be happy to build with them again.

Vicky Milne

Director, Choices Flooring – Atherton

Our block is what you would have said was complicated. We didn’t know where to start. We purchased a 3 acre block that had just been cleared. There was lots to think about and a lot of hard work ahead of us. We contacted Ian and Nicky and asked them if we could meet them at the block and asked them if they could point us in the right direction to get started. That’s exactly what they did. Building with them was a pleasure there were no issues. Ian explained everything and took a lot of the pressure off us. We have only built our shed at this stage, however we know that when it comes time to building our dream home that we will be most certainly asking Ian and Nicky from Ian Byrnes Home for their thoughts and wonderful ideas. Thank you so much.

Thomas

Atherton

Ian and Nicky Byrnes, with their staff and contractors, built our house on time, to the drawings supplied, and totally to our expectation. Their local knowledge, and the respect of their contractors and suppliers, made for a smooth operation all round. Of particular interest to us, was the immaculate condition of their equipment, and the cleanliness of the site during the build, so that handover, both inside and out, was a pleasure. We can confidently recommend their workmanship and responsible attitude towards our project.

Ross and Dale Rogers

Malanda

Larraine and I are very thankful for everything you have done. From the very start, you have been easy to get along with, given us a number of great ideas and the house has been built on time and within budget. The designer has even asked that the home be entered for an award. This is our first home. We have often heard of horror stories of people trying to build their dream home. We are so thankful everything went so smoothly and this was primarily because of you and the way you operate. We sincerely thank you.

Rolf and Larraine

Yungaburra

In early 2017 we made the decision to relocate to the Atherton Tablelands without any great knowledge of the local building industry and its standards. During the process of buying land we consulted various people about the reputations and standards of local builders. In every conversation Ian’s name came up as part of recommendations offered to us. After some further enquiry including meeting Ian on-site at one of his projects and on our chosen land we made the decision to forego any process of competitive tender and to put all of our eggs in Ian’s basket. Our only safeguard was a sound knowledge of the local cost per square metre for a home of the standard we hoped for. The risk that we took in this decision has been entirely justified over the period of preparation, building and recent completion of our home. Ian and his fine crew of workers have created our home to a standard that we did not expect but hoped for.

Having had a lifetime long connection with the building industry we have seen some very good builders but many average to extremely poor tradesmen. Ian has displayed totally uncompromising high standards and has expected the same of his direct employees and sub-contractors. The good nature and professionalism of all of these people have made the construction period a relaxing and enjoyable experience for us. Unlike the conditions imposed by other contractors we were permitted by Ian to live on-site in our caravan for much of the construction period. We were very grateful for that and made an effort to keep out from under his feet and to avoid being intrusive. Ian’s viewpoint was simply put – “I don’t have anything to hide”.

There were times when our decision-making about various facets of the home were a bit out of balance. Ian never hesitated to pull us back on course and correct our thinking. Such intervention produced an even better home. Perhaps one of the most impressive facets to Ian’s work was his fairness in regard to financial matters. There was not one instance where we felt uncomfortable about his pricing and extras above the contract price. Indeed, Ian did many things on our property to assist with tree-planting, landscaping etc without any request for payment (and we hope this comment doesn’t prompt him to examine his records!!!) We would be very pleased to offer our home as an example of Ian’s skills to any future prospective homebuilder. Thank you Ian. Thank you Nicky.

Jean and Paul

Atherton