What is an Eave and Cladding Supplier?

An Eave and Cladding Supplier provides prefabricated eave sheets, soffits, and fibre cement (FC) cladding materials needed to complete the external skin of your home. These materials help weatherproof the building and deliver the architectural finish before painting begins.


In this case, you're sourcing supply only — your installer or carpenter will complete the install separately.

What does an Eave and Cladding Supplier do?

Your Eave and Cladding Supplier will complete works according to your agreed scope of works.


Typically, a Eave and Cladding Supplier will:

  • Review your construction drawings and elevations
  • Recommend suitable fibre cement cladding products (e.g., weatherboards, panels, textured sheets)
  • Supply eave sheets for soffits and external roof overhangs
  • Provide trims, flashings, corner moulds, and fixing accessories
  • Coordinate delivery timing to align with your carpentry or cladding stage
  • Provide product warranties and maintenance guidelines



These materials must be ordered ahead of the cladding phase to avoid build delays.

Tip: Make Sure Your Cladding Matches All the Way Around

Make sure the cladding shape and pattern are the same on all sides of your house. Even small differences between suppliers can look obvious once painted.


Always double-check your plans and order from the same supplier to keep everything consistent.

What to look for in an Eave and Cladding Supplier

When reviewing quotes, look for:

  • Material range: Fibre cement sheet, weatherboards, textured and smooth finish panels
  • Accessory availability: Make sure fixings, trims, flashings, and joints are included
  • BAL/fire compliance: Required in bushfire-prone areas
  • Accurate delivery lead times: FC cladding supply can bottleneck a project if delayed
  • Warranty documentation: Must meet Australian Standards and installation guides

Before You Begin: What You’ll Need Ready

To get quotes from Eave and Cladding Suppliers, you’ll need:

  • Final architectural drawings with wall elevations
  • Roof eave width measurements (soffit details)
  • Preferred cladding type, texture, and colour (if pre-finished)
  • Site delivery instructions and unloading access
  • Build schedule timing for cladding stage

Average Timeframe

For this task, Pros typically provide quotes within 7-10 business days.

When Can I Expect Quotes?

Timeframes often vary based on demand and the type of Pro you're engaging (e.g. a plumber). If additional communication or clarification is needed is needed, the quoting process may take longer.

 

Don't be alarmed if you don't receive quotes or communication from any Build Buddy Pros straight away. Some work is more complex and the Pro may need time to comprehend your documents or scope of work. Depending on the job, there may even be some work required by the Pro before they are able to quote (e.g. a site visit might be required).

 

If the average timeframe indicated here has passed, and you have not received any messages or quotes, please feel free to contact the Build Buddy Expert Guidance and Support team for an update on quoting for this task.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Is fibre cement cladding pre-painted?

    Some products are — others are supplied as raw boards and painted after installation. Confirm what you’re ordering.

  • What’s the difference between eave sheets and wall cladding?

    Eave sheets are thinner and used under the roof overhangs. Wall cladding is thicker, structural, and weather-exposed.

  • Can I change cladding brands mid-project?

    Only carefully — different brands can vary in thickness, texture, and install method. Always confirm compatibility with your  certifier.

How to Complete this Task?

STEP 1

Review and Adjust the Scope of Works

Timeframes may vary based on demand and the type of Pro you're engaging (e.g., a plumber). If additional communication or clarification is needed, the quoting process may take longer.

STEP 2

Confirm Required Documents Are Uploaded

Check that the following required document(s) are uploaded for this task. These are essential to proceed:

STEP 3

Update the Quality Assurance Checklist

Go to the Quality Assurance tab in this task and review the checklist. Edit any details to suit your project requirements. Being clear and upfront helps set expectations with the Pro. Updating the checklist before requesting quotes ensures everyone is aligned.

STEP 4

Request Quotes

Click the orange ‘Request Quotes’ button to start the quoting process.

STEP 5

Review the Quotes

Once you receive quotes:

  • Review each one carefully, including the payment schedule and any special terms
  • Download attached quote documents for detailed review
  • Check each Pro’s profile and read past client reviews

STEP 6

Communicate with the Pro

If needed, message or call the Pro to clarify details or negotiate terms.

STEP 7

Accept a Quote

Choose the quote that best suits your needs. Once you accept a quote, any other pending quotes will be automatically declined. An agreement will automatically be generated.

STEP 8

Complete the Tasks In Your App

New tasks will appear to guide you through this job — follow each step carefully. Make sure to use the Quality Assurance Checklist, and refer to your contract and final Scope of Works whenever needed.

NEED HELP?

Reach Out to Your Build Buddy Pro

If you have any questions or need a hand, your Build Buddy Pro is your best first contact. They’re a licensed expert in their field and can understand the ins and outs of your project. You can message them via the platform, or you can call them directly.


If you have already contacted your Build Buddy Pro and still need further assistance, the Build Buddy Expert Guidance and Support team are here to help. They will be able to guide you on your next steps or help you find answers to any questions you may have.