FAQs
Find answers to common questions about DesignHub
DesignHub is a specialised support service for specifiers and design professionals. We offer expert guidance, compliance documentation, and tailored concrete solutions to help ensure your project runs smoothly, no matter the scale or complexity.
Our services are open to architects, engineers, designers, developers, and anyone after design inspiration and/or technical support. Whether you're working on residential, commercial, or infrastructure projects, we’re here to support your concrete specification needs.
CodeMark Compliance Confirmation
CodeMark Drafting Design
Specific Engineered Design (SED)
Remote PS4 Booking for SEDs
Materials Take-offs/Quantity Surveying
Design Advice (Value Engineering)
R-Value Thermal Calculations
Permeable Concrete Design Support
Our services are designed to streamline the specification process and ensure all concrete elements are fit for purpose.
Complete our form or reach out to our team directly. Our technical experts will connect with you, guide you through the next steps, and provide support tailored to your project needs.
Most initial responses are within 24 hours. Timeframes for delivery of outputs (like compliance documentation or SEDs) depend on the complexity of the request, but typically within 3–5 working days from when all required documents are received and the service is requested.
Many of our services are provided at no cost as part of our partnership with our supply partners. If a request requires an engineered slab design, we’ll let you know upfront and get your approval before proceeding.
When your project needs an SED (Specific Engineering Design) for a SuperSlab foundation, here’s what you can generally expect:
Standard residential SED designs (single storey, typical builds)
Usually completed within 3–5 working days
Indicative fees start around $750 + GST, depending on floor area and specifics.
More complex or bespoke designs (e.g. two storey homes, or additional geotechnical coordination)
Typically completed within 4–6 working days
Indicative fees from $1050 + GST.
Express turnaround options
Available by arrangement, with faster delivery times and adjusted fees.
Pricing is scaled by floor area
For example, simpler SED jobs often start around $3.75 + GST per m², with more involved projects at higher rates.
Site inspections & PS4 certification
In-person inspections typically range from $700–$950 + GST, depending on location.
Virtual inspection options are also available, generally starting from $550 + GST.
We’ll always provide a tailored quote for your project rather than publishing a fixed price list because exact fees vary depending on project size, site conditions, turnaround times, and complexity, ensuring you know your precise costs before proceeding.
Yes. Sustainability is a key part of what we do. Our team can advise on low carbon concrete solutions, mix optimisation, and help with documentation for Green Star or Homestar credits.
Absolutely. Whether you’re working on sloping sites, thermal performance specs, or engineered retaining elements, our team will collaborate with you to develop a practical, compliant solution.
You can stay up to date with new services, design tools, and project highlights by visiting our News & Updates page. We regularly share useful insights and developments from across the DesignHub team.
