Most renovation works are second fixing items. The Building Regulations Act draws the conclusion that if the improvement works are of a structural nature (or affecting the Building Code) and the contract sum exceeds $20,000, there will be a requirement for a building permit. Therefore, if you are planning on taking out an internal wall (the most common structural work), then we will have to prepare a building permit application by getting your existing house plans marked up by a structural engineer and submitting them to council for approval.

Absolutely, we take care of all the drawings, lodgements and council liaisons. That also includes the council application fees and all additional reports that would be required for your application, like structural and energy efficiency. Our design service is fully inclusive – no more to pay!

There is no need to be at home to open up for trades. Most clients let us have the house keys so that we can manage the work accordingly. Some clients decide to move out temporarily, especially with the full home renovations if the bathrooms are impacted. Usually with a single area project like a kitchen, clients tend to stay at home, taking advantage the odd dinner out and the backyard bbq.

Our project scopes are very comprehensive. We invest a lot time to ensure that every “t” is crossed and every “I” is dotted. If a renovation item cannot be quantified (common with old houses), we would flag it in the project scope.

That way you receive a fixed price and that price is honoured. We find that 9 out of 10 variations on our projects are changes from the client, usually associated with additional work around the house.

Yes, our contract is fully fixed with a detailed set of drawings and a set of specifications that are preselected by yourself and our design consultant. We use standard Housing Industry Association (HIA) contracts, to ensure that all our documentation meets industry standard.

Absolutely, many of our second storey additions project are architecturally designed by external designers and passed onto us. Provided the drawings are accurate and have sufficient detail, we can provide an estimate or a fixed quote on the project.

Our project managers have years of industry and renovation experience. Not only renovating and building for clients, but also for themselves. Our strength is in our knowledge and understanding what it’s like to live through a reno! Regular communication with our clients is key and you will find that our attention to detail is what sets us apart from our competition.

Modular additions can take 14 to 18 weeks, whereas framed construction can take 16 to 20 weeks. It does depend on the size and complexity of the build.