Thinking About A Knockdown Rebuild?
Dreaming of a bigger master suite, an extra bathroom or a second living space for your kids to play in? With a growing family or another child on the way, you might feel like you have outgrown your current home. While a renovation could be on the cards, extensive remodelling often comes with challenges and can be difficult to accurately price. If you love your location, enjoy a short commute to work or live in a highly sought-after school zone, it can be hard to find an established property on the market that meets your family’s needs. Or maybe you’ve found a block in your dream location with a fixer-upper that’s far too costly to renovate?
At Hotondo Homes, we understand that a knockdown rebuild project is a significant investment, so from the first site assessment to handover, we’re here to guide you every step of the way in your building journey.
A knockdown rebuild involves demolishing an existing house and using the same block to build a brand-new home. While the prospect of knocking down your home and starting afresh may seem daunting, the process is far simpler than you may think. In fact, it is often cheaper and less stressful than renovating.
The benefits of a knockdown rebuild include:
– Staying in the location you already know and love.
– Knockdown rebuilds are generally more cost-efficient.
– Creating a more sustainable home by incorporating new energy-efficient products and passive home design elements.
– Saving on stamp duty costs and real estate fees as you already own the land.
– Building an entirely new home that is perfectly suited to your lifestyle, needs and taste.
Your local Hotondo Homes builder will conduct a thorough site assessment to understand
the specific requirements of your block and to determine if any special considerations are involved in your project. They’ll consider things like council requirements, tree and stump removal, site accessibility, abolishment of services, asbestos removal, and additional requirements or impacts from neighbouring properties.
Once you’ve decided to embark on a knockdown rebuild, choosing the right home design is paramount. Firstly, determine a clear budget for your dream home, as this will influence the size of the home and the number of upgrades you can afford. Your lifestyle will also influence which features you need in your home – think about how you and your family will live in your home, what kind of spaces you require and what you love. Your design must also be suited to the size and specific features of your block of land. If you have a narrow city lot, you’ll need to choose a compact design – or if your block has a slope, you may need a split level design.
The knockdown rebuild process is the same as any new home build, with the added step of demolishing your existing house:
– There will be an initial contact and appointment with your builder.
– Your builder will conduct an extensive site assessment.
– You’ll be guided through the home designs that suit your land so you can choose a design that works for you and your family.
– The builder will then conduct site surveys.
– An expert team will guide you through colour selections for your new home.
– You’ll be presented with a quote that includes your chosen design, colour selections, options and preliminary site costs.
– An appointment will be made for your contract signing.
– Plans are then submitted to local council for approval and site permits.
– Demolition of your existing property will need to be arranged by you, and your builder can recommend a reputable local team to assist you.
– After demolition is complete, final site surveys are carried out.
– Construction begins.
There are so many benefits to undertaking a knockdown rebuild, and our builders are with you every step of the way. We’re dedicated to ensuring your dream home is better than you ever imagined, and that your knockdown rebuild will truly bring your dream home vision to life! Visit the Hotondo Homes website or download our Knockdown Rebuild guide today.
