If your home is on the small side…
If your home is on the small side, but you love where you live, why move? Our short video explains how you can enjoy more space by adding to or extending your home.
August 24, 2016
Renovating soon? Be nice to your neighbours!
Are you planning on renovating or extending your home? Under a new proposal to amend NSW Planning laws you may be legally required to involve your neighbours before submitting your DA to council for approval. These are the first major planning changes for NSW in the last 30 years.
April 29, 2016
Designing your home addition to maximise on aspect & orientation
Is one of your goals in adding another floor to gain amazing views? We look at aspect (the outlook from your home) vs orientation (the direction your home is aligned to) and how to plan around getting the most from both.
March 30, 2016
Healthy Renovations
Your choice of paints, floor coverings and building materials can have a big impact on indoor air quality, allergens and other factors that adversely affect health. We take a look at the main villains – the chemical nasties you and your family want to avoid.
February 29, 2016
Extensions that add liveability and value
Some home alterations like a swimming pool, gym and sauna might not add as much value to future buyers as it costs you to build them. Here’s our list of the top 6 alterations that add both liveability and value to your home.
November 26, 2015
Financing Renovations
Whether your renovations are relatively minor (a new kitchen or bathroom), or major like a second storey addition or ground floor extension, the chances are that you’ll need to consider how you’ll be financing it. Here are some of the most common options.
October 19, 2015
Don’t Move! Why it makes financial sense to stay put.
When your family outgrows your home you don’t have to buy a bigger house. If you love where you live, staying put and creating more space with an extension or addition is a no-brainer, and here’s why.
July 31, 2015
How to add extra space for less
With Sydney property prices hitting stratospheric heights, moving house to get the extra space you need has become a less palatable option, However, a second-storey addition lets you add that extra room without having to move.
July 13, 2015
Know Your Rights – NSW building laws in a nutshell
NSW home owners are covered by a range of laws designed to ensure that builders are licensed, insured and competent, and home owners are protected in the event of a problem or disagreement. We detail the key laws relating to home building, including the new and revised laws that came into effect on 15 Jan 2015.
May 15, 2015
How to ensure your home alterations go off without a hitch
Undertaking a major home alterations project will most likely be the biggest purchasing decision you make after buying your house. Here are 7 tips that will help you choose the right builders and get the home of your dreams without the drama.
March 31, 2015
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