For more than 20 years, Cougar Homes have been delivering high quality homes to families in Cairns and North Queensland.
A family-owned business with a proud history of delivering impressive homes across a variety of different designs, budgets, and sizes, Cougar Homes is committed to focusing efforts on high quality finishes, innovative designs, and personalised customer service. This has earned us a reputation as the leading provider of stunning and well-built homes for the modern Australian family to create lasting memories.
We take pride in being one of the most trusted home builders in Cairns. Whilst we are proud of the awards and goals we have achieved; we measure our success on the satisfaction of our clients and how much they love their new homes.
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Every Cougar Home is built to the highest standards of quality, craftsmanship and value.
We have two distinct inclusion packages, explore the fixtures, finishes and features included throughout your new home so you can see exactly what makes a Cougar Home different.
Whether you’re after a streamlined building experience with carefully curated selections or complete design freedom with premium upgrades and personalised choices, our inclusion ranges have been crafted to suit a variety of lifestyles, budgets and aspirations.
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Our team of experienced team includes construction managers, building supervisors, customer service representatives, designers, and (of course) builders. Together, our team has an enduring focus on customer satisfaction and is committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality in each project that we complete.
Above all else, Cougar Homes is a builder you can trust. We are local builders of integrity, honesty, and transparency. Our formula of quality design and construction, long-term partnerships and commitment to our clients is what makes us stand out amongst other home builders in Cairns.
At Cougar Homes, we want to make the home building experience enjoyable and rewarding for our clients. Whether you're looking for something completely unique, or you have seen one of our display homes (in the flesh or online), and fallen in love, we can work with you to create your perfect home in Cairns.
We have a range of home designs to suit the needs, preferences, and lifestyles of our diverse clientele. You can explore our extensive range on this website. And when you come across something that you like - you can email us an enquiry and we will get back to you within 24 hours (guaranteed!).
Building a new home is a big investment. Whether you're building your forever home, or you're simply looking to renovate before you sell, you want to feel confident in the builder that you choose. At Cougar Homes, we approach each project with empathy, trust, and an understanding that when we work together with trust and integrity, we will get the best outcome for our clients. Find out why residents across North Queensland trust Cougar Homes and get started with a free consultation with our builders.
Our team of experienced team includes construction managers, building supervisors, customer service representatives, designers, and (of course) builders. Together, our team has an enduring focus on customer satisfaction and is committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality in each project that we complete.
Above all else, Cougar Homes is a builder you can trust. We are local builders of integrity, honesty, and transparency. Our formula of quality design and construction, long-term partnerships and commitment to our clients is what makes us stand out amongst other home builders in Cairns.
At Cougar Homes, we want to make the home building experience enjoyable and rewarding for our clients. Whether you're looking for something completely unique, or you have seen one of our display homes (in the flesh or online), and fallen in love, we can work with you to create your perfect home in Cairns.
We have a range of home designs to suit the needs, preferences, and lifestyles of our diverse clientele. You can explore our extensive range on this website. And when you come across something that you like - you can email us an enquiry and we will get back to you within 24 hours (guaranteed!).
Building a new home is a big investment. Whether you're building your forever home, or you're simply looking to renovate before you sell, you want to feel confident in the builder that you choose. At Cougar Homes, we approach each project with empathy, trust, and an understanding that when we work together with trust and integrity, we will get the best outcome for our clients. Find out why residents across North Queensland trust Cougar Homes and get started with a free consultation with our builders.
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Find answers to common questions about our homes and the home buying process.
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As you might imagine, the average cost of building a home in Cairns will vary from property to property. The size, features of the property, and complexity of the build will all contribute to overall costs involved in building a new home.
At Cougar Homes, we aim to provide high-quality houses in Cairns that you and your family will love – at every budget. Check out our design range page to see some of our most popular designs and to get a better idea of costs.
It's one of the most common questions that we receive: is it cheaper to buy or build a house? In truth, there are a number of factors that will play a role here, but as a rule, it is often cheaper to buy a block of land and then build a home on it instead of purchasing a pre-built, established home. While buying an existing home may be easier, building a new home means that you will be moving into a home that you can enjoy immediately without thinking about your next reno project.
Again, it depends on the complexity of the project. On average, it can take anywhere from 4-9-months to build a home. Depending on the complexity of the build and external factors such as weather and access to materials, the process may take longer and shorter.
Before commencing work, our team will be able to provide you a more accurate estimation on timeframes. We understand that waiting for your new home to be finished can be excruciating, which is why our team will keep you in the loop each step of the way so that you can plan your move when everything is ready.
Absolutely. While we have a range of beautiful designs to choose from within our website, we understand that for the average family, building a new home comes down to more than choosing floor plans and fixtures. Every family is different and will have a unique set of wants and needs for their dream property. We want to be able to create the perfect home for everyone – which is why we offer flexibility across home designs, styles, and finishes.
Cougar Homes employs a team of talented and experienced construction builders, draftsmen, and designers to help you come up with your ideal property in Cairns. We make sure each home is built to your standards and requirements every step of the way.
Yes! Just complete the enquiry form and our friendly team will be in contact with-in 24-hours to provide a quote for your home build in Cairns.