The cost of building a new home can really vary depending on the size of the home, upgrades, and modifications you may choose to make. It is difficult to define the cost to build a new home as there are so many variables that come into place. Our specialist team can help put an estimate together, or try our knockdown rebuild calculator.
Ultimately, the cost of a knockdown rebuild is dependent on your needs, tastes and budget, so it’s difficult to accurately predict a cost. We have
Specific factors to be scoped are the demolition costs for the existing property (especially if there’s asbestos present), site costs, build costs, and which design features you’re planning to upgrade. There may also be additional soft and hard landscaping required to finish the project.
Our handy knock down rebuild calculator is a great way to start scoping the estimated costs of your knock down rebuild project and will help identify any hidden cost involved in your knock down rebuild.
Specific factors to be scoped are the demolition costs for the existing property (especially if there’s asbestos present), site costs, build costs, and which design features you’re planning to upgrade. There may also be additional soft and hard landscaping required to finish the project.
Our handy knock down rebuild calculator is a great way to start scoping the estimated costs of your knock down rebuild project and will help identify any hidden cost involved in your knock down rebuild.
The time it takes for knockdown rebuild varies from project to project, and each stage has unique variables that could affect the outcome. For example, during the design phase, the more changes made means it slows down the preparation for approvals prior to contracts. During the construction phase, inclement weather conditions may cause delays.
But while the timeline varies depending on the type of house, we work on 12-14 month build time for a double storey. This excludes the design and approval stages and as well as the demolition.
But while the timeline varies depending on the type of house, we work on 12-14 month build time for a double storey. This excludes the design and approval stages and as well as the demolition.
As each knockdown rebuild is unique with its requirements, whether current landscaping is able to be preserved depends on the location and amount of space that is available around the construction area. We need to keep in mind that space will be required for things like, bringing in machinery for the build and storage of materials and waste.
If you have an existing pool, our knock down rebuild specialist can help you with designs that may allow you to keep your current pool or if it will restrict your building options. Generally speaking, a clearance of 1.5m from the build area to the coping of the pool is required to allow room for construction. The pool will need to be fenced off and covered to avoid any risk of damage.
This also applies to any existing features, such as a significant trees or other landscape features you would like to retain. These factors may impact the final house plan and the construction.
If you have an existing pool, our knock down rebuild specialist can help you with designs that may allow you to keep your current pool or if it will restrict your building options. Generally speaking, a clearance of 1.5m from the build area to the coping of the pool is required to allow room for construction. The pool will need to be fenced off and covered to avoid any risk of damage.
This also applies to any existing features, such as a significant trees or other landscape features you would like to retain. These factors may impact the final house plan and the construction.
Most likely – this is dependent on your local council and the requirements of your 10.7 certificate. We can identify these costs in the tender if you progress with a free site inspection.
Rebuilding a home can have a number of advantages over renovating ‒ it can give you a clean slate and the ability to design a new home how you want it, as well as potentially having a quicker turnaround time than a renovation. You will also be able to build a home with new materials, and take advantage of structural warranties. Of course, there are also some disadvantages ‒ you’ll need somewhere to live while the renovations are being carried out, and you’ll need to be careful you don’t contravene local zoning regulations or heritage listing requirements.
Site costs are the costs required to build your home on your specific block of land. These costs can be significant and beware, as not all builder’s estimates and tenders include your site costs.
Site costs include, but is not limited to levelling out your land, and preparing services and connections for gas, water, sewer, stormwater, power, NBN, traffic management, BASIX and payment of fees to name a few.
Our base price includes standard site costs (excludes Duplex). Refer to our Inclusions brochures for more details
Site costs include, but is not limited to levelling out your land, and preparing services and connections for gas, water, sewer, stormwater, power, NBN, traffic management, BASIX and payment of fees to name a few.
Our base price includes standard site costs (excludes Duplex). Refer to our Inclusions brochures for more details
Yes, demolition is the responsibility of the owner, however, to simplify things, we can refer you to a respected and trusted demolition company who can take care of this stage for you.
The cost of demolition can vary depending on the size of your home, the materials used in the build, and whether your home has Asbestos. You are best to contact the demolition company you choose to use for a clear indication of the cost involved.
No, if you wish to remove established trees, you need to apply for a permit through your local council and arrange for an arborist to remove them. We can guide you on whether this will be required due to the proximity of the trees to the new home. Removal must be arranged before we can commence any site works.
This will be dependent on your payment method and the bank of your choosing. On average there are 6-7 progressive payment. Payment is only required after each construction stage is complete and once you have had a chance to review the works on site with your supervisor.
No, we don’t, but we can refer you to someone in your local area.
No, we don’t, but we can refer you to someone in your local area.
Yes! Generally speaking we are flexible in customising our floor plans to suit your land, your family, your lifestyle, and your budget.
Usually, people finance a knock down rebuild with a construction loan. They’re specifically designed to deliver finance to match the milestone payments required during the construction process.
Alternatively, you could use the equity in your existing home (i.e. the value of your home, less how much you owe on your mortgage), or a line of credit. If you need to chat to someone about financing your home, you can speak to our partners at St.George Bank. Just ask your New Home Consultant for more information, or submit your inquiry.
Alternatively, you could use the equity in your existing home (i.e. the value of your home, less how much you owe on your mortgage), or a line of credit. If you need to chat to someone about financing your home, you can speak to our partners at St.George Bank. Just ask your New Home Consultant for more information, or submit your inquiry.
Generally, yes. In the case of a knockdown rebuild, there will always be a period before that time when that dwelling does not qualify as their main residence meaning that the land that you rebuild on usually isn’t exempt from the capital gains tax until the dwelling becomes your main residence again.
There are however exceptions to this rule. In the case of a knock down rebuild, there is a four year period in which the taxpayer can treat the land on which they are building their new home on as their main residence only begins when they first cease to occupy the existing dwelling on the land.
There are however exceptions to this rule. In the case of a knock down rebuild, there is a four year period in which the taxpayer can treat the land on which they are building their new home on as their main residence only begins when they first cease to occupy the existing dwelling on the land.
Our custom designs allow you to tailor your knockdown rebuild to build a home that’s truly one-of-a-kind, designed for your lifestyle, neighbourhood, and land.
We all know a beautiful home when we see one, but designing one from scratch can be tricky. That’s why we’re here to guide you, making sure your new home is crafted to perfection. We listen closely to what you want, designing a home to suit you while taking advantage of your land and orientation as well as meeting council regulations.
We integrate innovative, superior quality design with affordable construction services, allowing you to build a home with unique features.
Custom designs are perfect if you have a difficult block, want to take full advantage of your site’s outlook or simply want a bespoke designer home.
We all know a beautiful home when we see one, but designing one from scratch can be tricky. That’s why we’re here to guide you, making sure your new home is crafted to perfection. We listen closely to what you want, designing a home to suit you while taking advantage of your land and orientation as well as meeting council regulations.
We integrate innovative, superior quality design with affordable construction services, allowing you to build a home with unique features.
Custom designs are perfect if you have a difficult block, want to take full advantage of your site’s outlook or simply want a bespoke designer home.
Generally speaking, yes, it is possible to do a knockdown rebuild if you still have a mortgage owing on your home. You will need to contact your bank provider to request finance approval.
That’s where we can help. Masterton Home Direct offers a personalised building service where we visit you at home, at work or on site – where and when it’s convenient for you.
Once we’ve heard your Knock down rebuild vision, we guide you through our range of architecturally designed homes, and custom builds.
Our team of knock down rebuild experts will explain the features of each and adapt the designs to suit your lifestyle and block of land. And our understanding of difficult council requirements for Sydney metro areas are second-to-none, so you’re in good hands.
Our Home Direct Knockdown Rebuild Specialist services all council areas across Sydney, now also including:
• Knockdown rebuild in the Ashfield area
• Knockdown rebuild in the Auburn area
• Knockdown rebuild in the Burwood area
• Knockdown rebuild in the Canada Bay area
• Knockdown rebuild in the Canterbury area
• Knockdown rebuild in the Hunters Hill area
• Knockdown rebuild in the Ku-ring-gai area
• Knockdown rebuild in the Lane Cove area
• Knockdown rebuild in the Leichhardt area
• Knockdown rebuild in the Manly area
• Knockdown rebuild in the Marrickville area
• Knockdown rebuild in the Pittwater area
• Knockdown rebuild in the Randwick area
• Knockdown rebuild in the Ryde area
• Knockdown rebuild in the Strathfield area
• Knockdown rebuild in the Warringah area
*Available in Sydney metro areas only
Once we’ve heard your Knock down rebuild vision, we guide you through our range of architecturally designed homes, and custom builds.
Our team of knock down rebuild experts will explain the features of each and adapt the designs to suit your lifestyle and block of land. And our understanding of difficult council requirements for Sydney metro areas are second-to-none, so you’re in good hands.
Our Home Direct Knockdown Rebuild Specialist services all council areas across Sydney, now also including:
• Knockdown rebuild in the Ashfield area
• Knockdown rebuild in the Auburn area
• Knockdown rebuild in the Burwood area
• Knockdown rebuild in the Canada Bay area
• Knockdown rebuild in the Canterbury area
• Knockdown rebuild in the Hunters Hill area
• Knockdown rebuild in the Ku-ring-gai area
• Knockdown rebuild in the Lane Cove area
• Knockdown rebuild in the Leichhardt area
• Knockdown rebuild in the Manly area
• Knockdown rebuild in the Marrickville area
• Knockdown rebuild in the Pittwater area
• Knockdown rebuild in the Randwick area
• Knockdown rebuild in the Ryde area
• Knockdown rebuild in the Strathfield area
• Knockdown rebuild in the Warringah area
*Available in Sydney metro areas only
Base price (includes standards site costs excluding Duplex)
Façade price
Additional site costs required for your land to meet council and statuary requirements
Design variations
Any optional upgrades your choose
Façade price
Additional site costs required for your land to meet council and statuary requirements
Design variations
Any optional upgrades your choose
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