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Knock Down Rebuild
Knockdown Rebuild Specialists
Experts in Knockdown Rebuild Projects You can’t deny how much you love your current location—the scenery, the property, and the neighborhood are all perfect. Simply put, moving is not an option.
If you live in Sydney, the Central Coast, Newcastle, or even the South Coast, you might want to think about working with Weaver Homes on a knockdown and rebuild project. Our dedicated group of knockdown rebuild specialists will work closely with you to design a brand-new house that meets all of your requirements and wants.
Why Knock Down And Rebuild?
While your current home may have charm and character, its serviceability to the needs of your family has long expired. With a knock down and rebuild, you ultimately have greater control over the build. You get to choose your preferred layout, and define the overall aesthetic with your personal style, finishes, and colour schemes.
In our experience (and from listening to many of our customers), here are a few pros to choosing to knock down rebuild:
A BLANK CANVAS
You’re not restricted by working within an existing structure or floor plan
TIME SAVING
Rebuilding is usually faster than renovating an entire home
IMPROVE YOUR RESALE VALUE AND CAPITAL
Enhances the value of your property, no stamp duty or real estate fees, that’s money left in your account!
LATEST MATERIALS AND TECHNOLOGY
Today’s homes are more energy efficient – save money on bills & time on maintenance
SEAMLESS AESTHETIC
No mismatched areas with ‘renovated’ versus ‘non-renovated’ sections throughout your home
WARRANTIES
Relax knowing that Weaver Homes complies with the various statutory warranties to ensure you’re covered
COST TO KNOCKDOWN REBUILD
Renovating your home might seem like fun, but it can often cost you more per square metre than knocking down and building new!
The cost of a knockdown rebuild is dependent on your site conditions, council requirements, and the selections used for your home, including external materials, as well as internal fixtures and fittings.
How Long Does A Knockdown Rebuild Take?
The duration of a knockdown and rebuild project can vary depending on a number of factors, such as whether the building is single-story or two-story, or whether it is a duplex or two-family. A double-story building typically takes between ten and twelve months to complete. However, a variety of factors influence this timetable, including:
Size of Build: The duration is significantly influenced by the construction’s overall size and complexity. The completion of larger or more intricate designs may take longer.
Approval for Local Planning: The time expected to acquire nearby arranging endorsements can shift contingent upon your area and the particular prerequisites of your undertaking.
Permits from the Council: A crucial step in the process is obtaining the necessary permits from the local council. The total time frame may be impacted by the length of time it takes to obtain these permits.
Preparing the Site and the Soil: Construction can be influenced by site conditions, like the quality of the soil. Site preparation and addressing soil-related issues may require additional time.
Removal of Trees: The duration of the project may be extended if there are trees on the property that need to be cut down or moved.
Preparation of the Site and Demolition: A crucial phase that has the potential to affect the schedule is the demolition of the existing structure and the preparation of the site for construction. This may require disconnecting or removing services like water, gas, and electricity.
Weather and the Economy: During the construction phase, delays can be caused by weather conditions and disruptions in the supply chain. The pace of work may be affected by unanticipated factors.
It is essential to acknowledge that these variables affect the timeline for a knockdown rebuild. While a double-story build typically takes 10 to 12 months, individual projects may move faster or slower depending on the circumstances. To ensure that your project moves along without hiccups and a realistic timeline, it’s best to collaborate closely with your builder.
Knockdown Rebuild Costs: A Wise Investment
STEP ONE: SITE INSPECTION
WHAT WE DO:
Once you’ve met with our Knockdown Rebuild Specialist and decided on the right Weaver homes design for you, we can arrange a free site inspection and free tender to be drawn up. This will include:
- Visiting your land
- Assessing the costs of building
- Our inspector will look at the location of services, the slope of the land, location of trees, access for trades and deliveries
- We will provide you with contact details to our preferred demolition company, however, you are welcome to source your own.
WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU:
- Your choice of favourite home design
- Detailed documentation of your property or the property you’re thinking of buying. This includes the subdivision plan/site of your block, a sewer diagram and 10.7 certificate (zoning certificate from your council)
STEP TWO: THE NEW HOME PROPOSAL
WHAT WE DO:
After we’ve inspected your land our knockdown rebuild specialist will be in touch to organise a meeting where we can present your new home proposal. This will include:
- Site costs (the cost to build on your specific block of land)
- Council and statutory requirements
- Any variations you may have requested to the standard home design
- Any value packages you may have selected
WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU:
- Any final changes you may require need to be made at this point
- We advise you speak to your finance manager to make sure you’re comfortable with your loan approval
Payments required: Once you accept your new home proposal all you need to get going is to pay your plan preparation fee.
STEP THREE: THE CONTRACT
WHAT WE DO:
We’ll meet with you to present your plans and your building agreement for you to sign.
- Prepare a full set of architectural drawings suitable for council
- Sign your building agreement and provide you with a copy
WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU:
- Your external colour choices including bricks, roof material, gutters, fascias, garage doors and windows. These all need to be selected so we can gain BASIX and send your plans to council.
- Provide confirmation of land ownership
- Provide details of your financier and loan amount
- Professional landscape plan (only if council requires)
- Obtain the necessary approvals for the demolition works, ready for when the time comes to demolish.
Payments required: To begin the next step in the process all you’ll need to do is pay your 6% deposit.
STEP FOUR: BEGIN COLOUR CONSULTATIONS
WHAT WE DO:
Your colour consultations are the fun part. It’s where you’ll be able to start making our house a home that’s unique to you. Our expert suppliers and in-house colour consultants will help in selecting select colours, fixtures, appliances and everything else needed to make your home a reality.
WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU:
Stage one of the colour process
Appointments to be completed first with our external suppliers so you can choose the following:
- Flooring
- Kitchen design, layout and appliances
- Optional choice of window furnishings
Stage two of the colour process
Your colour selection consultation will be held with one of Weaver Homes expert colour consultants at our offices (Monday to Friday). At this meeting you will decide on:
- Security Alarm
- Stairs – both internal and external
- Air-conditioning
- Bathroom fixtures
- Kitchen fixtures
- Both internal and external doors
- Skirting boards, architraves and cornices
- Internal paint colour
Stage three of the colour process
Your third and final meeting will be your electrical consultation where you will choose all electrical finishes including:
- Power Outlets
- Light fittings
- Two way switches
- Exhaust fans
Each stage of the colour process needs to be completed before the next can begin.
STEP FIVE: PRE-CONSTRUCTION
WHAT WE DO:
We do all the hard work for you:
We’ll obtain reports from relevant suppliers and deal with all the complex paperwork before lodging a building application to the relevant council/certifier on your behalf.
- Obtain all required reports which may include; thermal report, BASIX report, hydraulic report, structural engineering report, water board approvals, landscape plan, bushfire reports, acoustic reports etc. Occasionally additional reports may be needed from you.
- Seek the approval of your local authorities to commence
- Organise for a pegout survey
- Provide you with information on what you need to do to prepare for construction.
WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU:
- Your three completed stages of colour selections
- Provide a letter from your lender saying building can commence
- Sign and return our validation letter and construction plan
STEP SIX: CONSTRUCTION
WHAT WE DO:
Now it’s time to watch your new home coming to life before your eyes.
Our site co-ordinator will assess your site.
- We’ll send you a copy of the approved construction plan. We’ll also let you know who your construction supervisor and customer service co-ordinator
- Now it gets really exciting as we begin site works including excavation, piering, pouring of the slab, frame delivery, brickwork and tiling.
- We’ll organise all mandatory inspections by third parties including the final inspection by the certifier and organise for all relevant documentation the certifying authority requires from Weaver Homes.
WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU:
- You can request a site visit through your supervisor at numerous stages.
- A final walk through of the home where your supervisor will present you with the finished design
- When you receive your occupation certificate all that’s left to do is move into your brand new home.
STEP SEVEN: WELCOME TO YOUR NEW HOME
WHAT WE DO:
The moment has finally arrived! Upon settlement, we’ll meet and present you with the keys to your new home. As you walk through the door for the first time, your dream will become a reality.
But our relationship doesn’t stop there. As you’re settling in and enjoying your new home, our team is still here to help you.
As your new home ‘settles’, it is completely normal for some areas of your home to require additional attention. That is why our dedicated team will be available when you submit your 90 days warranty claim to conduct our new home service inspection. It’s just a little thing we do to make sure you have complete satisfaction with the final result of your home.
All that’s left for you to do is sit back and enjoy your new piece of paradise, making new and treasured memories to last a lifetime.
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At Weaver Homes, we’re something beyond creators; We are your partners in making a space that truly reflects your way of life and goals. A project like renovating or redecorating a space can be difficult. Stress is taken out of the equation with our assistance. We oversee the project from beginning to end, allowing you to unwind and take pleasure in the transformation of your space.
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