Nutec Homes
A Nutec home gives you a proper, comfortable place to live, without the cost, mess and waiting of a conventional brick build.
We build Nutec houses from compact one-bedroom units to three-bedroom family homes, for customers in Gauteng, North West, Mpumalanga and Limpopo.
What is a Nutec home?
A Nutec home is built with a structural frame that is clad in fibre-cement boards instead of brick and plaster. "Nutec" is the name most people in South Africa use for these boards, which is why the homes are known as Nutec houses.
A typical Nutec house has:
- a timber or light steel frame on a prepared foundation, often raised off the ground
- fibre-cement cladding on the outside, which can be painted any colour
- insulation inside the wall and roof cavities
- internal wall and ceiling linings, ready for finishing
- a sheeted roof, either flat, mono-pitch or gabled
The exact specification for your home, including frame, insulation, internal finishes and roofing, is set out in your quote so you know exactly what you're getting.
Why people choose Nutec homes
Often more affordable
A Nutec house is often less expensive than a brick home of similar size, depending on the specification and your site.
Low maintenance
Fibre-cement boards don't rot and aren't eaten by termites the way untreated timber can be. Repainting from time to time keeps them looking good.
Dry construction
There's no bricklaying or plastering, so there are fewer wet trades on site and less waiting for materials to cure.
Flexible sizes
Start small with a one-bedroom unit, or build a three-bedroom home. Layouts are planned around your plot.
A modern look
Clean lines, large windows and painted finishes. Nutec homes don't have to look like temporary buildings.
Less site disruption
A good choice for backyard builds where you want to keep mess, noise and deliveries to a minimum.
Nutec houses by number of bedrooms
Pick a starting point. Every design can be adjusted to your needs.
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1 Bedroom Nutec Houses
Compact and self-contained. A popular choice for granny flats, backyard cottages and rental units.
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2 Bedroom Nutec Houses
The most flexible size: room for a small family, a home office, or a rental unit that suits more tenants.
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3 Bedroom Nutec Houses
A full family home on a stand, smallholding or farm, with space for an en-suite and a big veranda.
What a Nutec home can be used for
Full-time family home
A 2 or 3 bedroom Nutec house can be a permanent home on an empty stand, smallholding or farm.
Granny flat
Keep family close with a private, self-contained unit in the garden, with its own bathroom and kitchenette.
Backyard cottage or rental unit
Add a separate unit for a tenant. Check your zoning and municipal rules for a second dwelling first.
Home office or studio
A quiet workspace away from the main house, with enough natural light to work comfortably all day.
Garden room
A room for guests, hobbies or relaxing, with a deck or veranda that opens onto the garden.
Small home
For people who want to downsize, retire or live simply, without giving up a proper kitchen and bathroom.
Customise your Nutec house
These are the choices that make the biggest difference to how your home looks, how it works and what it costs. We'll go through them with you when you ask for a quote.
Size and layout
Room sizes, open-plan living, where the bathroom goes, and whether you want an en-suite.
Verandas and decks
A covered veranda adds shade and outdoor living space, and changes the whole look of the house.
Windows and doors
Sliding doors, stacking doors, window sizes and positions for light, ventilation and privacy.
Roof style
Flat and mono-pitch roofs for a modern look, or gabled roofs for a more traditional one.
Colours and finishes
Exterior paint colours, trims, flooring and ceilings.
Plumbing and electrical
Tell us what you need. We'll confirm what's included and where a registered plumber or electrician (with a certificate of compliance) is required.
How your Nutec home comes together
Quote and design
Agree on the size, layout and finishes, and receive a quote for that specification.
Plans and site
Sort out municipal approval where needed, and prepare the site and foundation.
Build
The frame goes up, followed by cladding, roofing, insulation and internal linings.
Finishing
Doors, windows, painting and any agreed plumbing and electrical work are completed.
Design your home, then send it to us
Choose bedrooms, bathrooms, a veranda and finishes, and see a rough sketch of your Nutec home as you go. Then send the design to us on WhatsApp.
Nutec home designs
Modern flat-roof design with a wraparound timber deck -
Full-length timber veranda along the front of the house -
Compact layout with a raised wooden deck -
Grey cladding with white trim and a covered front entrance 
Wood-finish cladding with a covered corner porch 
Example interior finish: wood-look flooring and en-suite
Nutec home prices
The price of a Nutec home depends on size, layout, finishes, foundations, delivery distance and installation. Rather than publish a number that may not match your home, we quote on your actual requirements.
Our Nutec house prices guide explains every cost factor, and what to check when you compare quotes.
Explore further
- Nutec house prices explained
What goes into the price of a Nutec house, what to check in a quote, and how to get an exact figure quickly.
- Buying a Nutec house
Ready to buy? How the process works, preparing your site, and the questions to ask before you commit.
- Nutec Wendy houses for smaller spaces
Fibre-cement cladding for a Wendy house that doesn't rot and needs less upkeep.
- Compare with log homes
Natural timber homes and cabins for holiday properties, farms and country plots.
Nutec homes in your area
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Gauteng
Pretoria, Johannesburg, Centurion, Midrand, the East and West Rand and the Vaal Triangle. Backyard units, granny flats and family homes.
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North West
Rustenburg, Brits, Hartbeespoort, Potchefstroom, Klerksdorp and beyond. Homes, rental units and weekend getaways.
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Mpumalanga
Highveld towns like eMalahleni and Secunda, plus the Lowveld around Mbombela and White River.
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Limpopo
Polokwane, Bela-Bela, Thabazimbi, Lephalale, Tzaneen and more. Projects assessed by location.
Frequently asked questions
Are Nutec homes durable?
Fibre-cement cladding is resistant to rot and termites, and handles South African weather well when it's properly installed and painted. How long a Nutec home lasts also depends on the frame, the foundation, the roof and how well it's maintained, which is why the full specification matters.
Can I live in a Nutec house permanently?
Yes. Many people live in Nutec homes full-time. For a permanent home, plan for proper insulation, ceilings, a bathroom and kitchen, and make sure the building has municipal approval.
How long does it take to build a Nutec home?
It depends on the size of the house, site preparation, municipal approvals and how busy the schedule is. Dry construction avoids the waiting that comes with brickwork and plaster. Ask us for a timeline with your quote.
Can I customise a Nutec home?
Yes. You can change the size, layout, windows and doors, roof style, verandas and colours. See the customisation options above, then send us your ideas.
Can Nutec homes be used as rental units?
They're a popular choice for backyard rental units and granny flats. Before you build, confirm your property's zoning allows a second dwelling and get the required approvals from your municipality.
Do Nutec homes need building plans?
Habitable buildings generally need approved plans under the National Building Regulations. Your municipality will tell you exactly what's required for your property.
Get a quote for your Nutec home
Tell us the number of bedrooms, roughly how big, and your town. We'll reply on WhatsApp with options and pricing.
Or call 083 206 5190 or email info@nutechome.co.za