Your 4-Step Knock Down Rebuild Cheat Sheet

Finding a vacant block of land in your preferred location can be like finding a needle in a haystack these days. Therefore, it’s becoming increasingly more popular for people to demolish their existing house and rebuild on their current block of land.

Picture this: You and your family have outgrown your current home. It’s in the perfect neighbourhood; you’re close to work, close to your favourite café where they know your name and your order, your kids love their school, you have the neighbours over for BBQs regularly, your kid’s best friends live just up the road at house number 32, and the dog park 2 minutes away is where your German Shepherd plays with that cheeky little Dachshund every Saturday morning. You’re in desperate need of a house upgrade but the idea of leaving an area you and your family are so well established in is a cause for heartbreak.

This is where a knockdown rebuild may be your solution.

Let’s talk benefits – what are they?

• Avoid renovating compromises – choose the home design of your dreams
• Choose a brand-new home in a location you already know and love
• The choice of making significant and sustainable upgrades, with the cost retrofitting
• Save on real estate agent fees and stamp duty

We know how overwhelming the idea of knocking down your home and rebuilding can be, especially if it’s not something you’ve previously thought about. That’s why we’ve created a 4-step cheat sheet to guide you through your knock down rebuild:

1. Research and Preparation

• Research existing property and land, in case any issues arise
• Taking the time to thoroughly research and prepare prior to the commencement project can help you with any problems you may have in the long run
• Speak to your local council about your intention to do a knockdown rebuild project
  • This is where you can find out relevant details about your land
  • Traffic management plans
  • Planning restrictions
  • Permits
• The demolition process

Disconnect your power and gas – your utility company will need time to process your request, so ensure you have organised this in advance.

2. Choosing the right builder

Choosing the right builder is extremely important when it comes to a knockdown rebuild project. Prior to signing any contracts, ensure that you’ve seen past projects from the builder of choice. Write down any and all questions you may have, and discuss them with your potential builder. To view Tomkins Constructions past projects, click here

3. Finalise your new home design

When deciding the final design for your new home, you will need to consider the following factors:

• Block site, site condition and orientation of the site
• Planning regulations, for example, flooding conditions
• Council controls
• Accessibility issues for neighbouring properties

At Tomkins Constructions, we work closely with our architect to provide the following services when it comes to creating your dream home:

• Building site set-up
• All structural requirements
• Mobility & safety requirements
• Timber work & fit-out
• Concrete formwork
• External cladding & soffit lining
• Roofing & gutters
• Fencing, decks, pergolas, stairs
• Driveways, landscaping
• Quality results guaranteed
• Passing all safety codes

4. New home re-build

How long does a knockdown take to rebuild?

A rebuild is made up of various aspects, so it can be hard to determine an exact timeframe. Usually, you should factor in at least a year to complete the process.

What do you have to factor in when it comes to a rebuild?

• Researching quotes
• Gathering design and construction documentation
• Ensuring you have the correct building permits
• The demolition of your existing property and building the new site
• Accounting for any potential pitfalls or setbacks
• The chance of asbestos in your current property
• Issues with drainage from the property
• Problems with sewerage infrastructure
• The land composition
• Any heritage listings or tree perseveration orders
• Any other available planning regulations that limit what you can construct on your land

At Tomkins Constructions, we specialise in new home builds and can ensure the process is as smooth as possible for you. For a simple step-by-step for any project, click here.

Give our helpful and friendly team a call today to discuss more about how we can help your dream home come to life without compromising on your location – 07 55 284 848.