Posted November 27 in Knockdown Rebuild

What is a full-service knockdown rebuild and why does it matter?

With land prices skyrocketing and new builds gaining value at pace, knockdown rebuilds are becoming increasingly popular. But before you sign up for a knockdown rebuild, it pays to know exactly what you’re getting into.

‘Despite their claims, very few Victorian builders actually offer a full-service knockdown rebuild,’ says Boutique Homes Knockdown Rebuild Manager, Richard Hobby.

‘While it may seem like you’ll receive a high level of support in what can be quite a complex process, many builders only offer to take care of part of the process, leaving aspects such as demolition to the customer.’

 

What does a full-service knockdown rebuild look like?

A full-service knockdown rebuild means the builder takes care of everything for you. This includes:

  • Site assessment and quotes – A full-service knockdown rebuild includes a site assessment and upfront price before you put down your deposit. Your builder will show you the floorplan options that best suit your block and your lifestyle, and you’ll understand any potential roadblocks or additional costs from the get-go.
  • Council approvals – Some knockdown rebuilds may require town planning, so your builder needs to know the demolition and building laws back-to-front. A full-service builder will have a designated knockdown rebuild council team that understands the documents that need to submitted and by when.
  • Demolition – Demolition isn’t as simple as rolling a bulldozer on to site. It takes an array of approvals, traffic control organisation and quotes from reputable local demolition companies. Plus, the safe and lawful removal of waste. A full-service builder will take care of all that and more – none of the sometimes complex demolition process should fall on the customer.
  • Coordination of your new build – We’re proud to offer a full turnkey service as part of our end-to-end offering. From expert advice on interior design, to window furnishings, driveways, and washing lines, it should all be (or have the option to be) included as part of your knockdown rebuild contract.
  • Finance – Our in-house mortgage broker team, Resolve Finance, are knockdown rebuild specialists. They’re on call to find you the best home loan product for you – quickly and with minimal fuss.

 

Five benefits of a full-service Knockdown Rebuild

1. Confidence

You’ll be dealing with a dedicated team of experienced knockdown rebuild specialists.

‘At Boutique Homes, this team includes planning consultants and estimators, sales representatives, Site Assessors, customer service professionals, Building Supervisors and Interior Designers who all live and breathe knockdown rebuild,’ says Richard.

‘Customers can be confident that they have a dedicated, experienced and passionate team of knockdown rebuild experts guiding them throughout the entire build journey.’

2. Keeps costs down

All too often, Richard sees customers hand over their hard-earned money to a builder, only to be hit with a blowout of costs down the track.

‘Often, the builder simply isn’t experienced enough or isn’t truly offering a full-service knockdown rebuild,’ explains Richard.

‘This results in the customer being given the run around by council, or their site specifics mean they can’t actually have the home design they want.’

Boutique Homes avoids budget blowouts by offering a comprehensive site assessment by a qualified knockdown rebuild Site Assessor.

‘Our Site Assessors will be able to work out exactly what kind of home is achievable – in terms of orientation, size, local council laws and surfaces. And then provide an upfront price before you put down a deposit,’ says Richard.

3. It saves you time and stress

A full-service knockdown rebuild makes the process simple. Everything is taken care of by the builder, with input from the customer only when they want it.

‘We understand that the majority of our knockdown rebuild customers are time poor, so we make a point of taking care of everything for you,’ says Richard, who has over seven years of experience in the knockdown rebuild space. ‘This includes demolition, with few Victorian builders offering this service.’

‘While others may claim to guide you through the process of demolition, getting quotes and finding a suitable company, coordinating the demolition, and removing waste usually falls on the customer,’ explains Richard.

‘At Boutique Homes, we have built long-lasting partnerships with Melbourne’s most reputable companies, ensuring the most competitive prices and a job well done for our customers.’

4. A true turn-key experience

Your new home should include what you need to move straight in.

‘This includes specialist services that our customers might want or need, above and beyond their ‘usual’ interior design appointment,’ says Richard. ‘For example, we can organise trusted contractors to provide specialist window furnishings, premium joinery, heating and cooling and electrical services, and landscaping.’

Everything you need to achieve the home of your dreams.

5. Next level care and quality

In short, a full-service knockdown rebuild builder means they’re experts in their trade.

‘We don’t get our reputation as a uniquely full-service knockdown rebuild builder by providing anything less than the best experience and product to our customers,’ says Richard.

‘Our premium inclusions and upgrades, market-leading warranty periods and exceptional customer service makes for a full-service knockdown rebuild in the true sense of the word.’

Boutique Homes is one of Melbourne’s full-service knockdown rebuild specialists.

From site assessment and demolition to building your new home and creating your dream interiors, we take care of it all. Contact the friendly knockdown rebuild team for an obligation-free chat today by filling out the below form.

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