Renovate or Rebuild?

Posted by Interline Constructions on June 22, 2019

Many homeowners in the Melbourne area love the location of their home. The neighbours are great, the schools are ideal, and you’re the perfect distance from friends and family. There’s just one thing missing from the equation: your ideal home.

Sure, you couldn’t ask for a better neighbourhood, but you aren’t exactly living in the home of your dreams. Or maybe you would be okay with a new location, but just don’t want to go through all the hassle of selling, buying, and moving. There are two typical approaches to solve your dilemma: renovate your existing home or knock it down and rebuild from scratch.

Both options have their fair share of pros and cons, and at Interline Constructions, we have years of experience working with homeowners on either side of the fence. We know why some people choose one over the other, and we know all the ins and outs of the cost, process, time-frame, and more. In this guide we’ll take a close look at knock down rebuild vs. renovation so that you can make an informed decision with your best interests in mind.

Council Rules and Planning

Before you get too far down the rabbit hole of comparing all the variables, you should first determine whether you are actually allowed to knock down your house. It would be a shame to waste a lot of time doing all of this research only to find out that this option isn’t even on the table.

Specifically, certain council planning laws in your region may place limits on the extent of renovations that are allowed. And they may prohibit demolition altogether. If your home is particularly old or may hold historical significance, you should definitely check on the regulations before committing to any big master plans. You can learn more about these rules and search a database of protected places at the Heritage Council Victoria.

Cost

If your home is suitable for a knockdown rebuild, the first thing on the mind of most homeowners is the bottom line. So let’s examine what the typical cost of renovating is compared to custom home building from scratch.

While prices are obviously going to fluctuate depending on the extent of your needs, a good guideline for the average cost of a production home is about $250,000 for a 2-storey house and the average cost of a custom home in Melbourne is $750,000 to over $1 million. Renovations are a little harder to estimate because they can vary so widely based on what your project entails. The best approach, if you are trying to decide whether to renovate or rebuild, is to work with a design and build firm to get a quote or two for renovations. If the renovations are more than half the price of a rebuild, it may make more financial sense to just knock everything down and start from scratch.

A rebuild can be a financially sounder choice especially if you’ve got an older home. A brand new home will be built to modern energy efficiency standards, so you could end up saving a lot in the long run. Some modern home rebuilds lead to as much as a 40% decrease in water usage, for example. Likewise, new homes are cheaper to maintain. When you opt for knockdown rebuild, every bit of your home will be brand new. With a renovation, you’ll still have to worry about the existing wear on the parts of your home that aren’t being replaced.

Condition of Your Existing Home

Going hand in hand with the question of renovate or rebuild cost is the current condition of your house. Obviously, the more deteriorated and worn down your home currently is, the more renovations are going to cost. Likewise, if the very structure of your house doesn’t fit the home of your dreams, trying to remodel it into shape may be like trying to fit a square peg through a round hole. It could be that the extent of restructuring that needs to be implemented just makes a renovation unrealistically expensive compared to a knockdown rebuild.

Here are a few factors regarding the condition of your home when it comes to deciding whether you want to renovate or rebuild:

How much space are you changing?

If it is just a room or two that needs to be restructured, along with an addition off the kitchen, you probably don’t need a complete knockdown. If, however, you are going to be making so many renovations that your house is practically being transformed into something new—why not just go ahead and start from scratch in the first place?

Is your house orientated for the sun?

Modern residential design aims to make the best possible use of sunlight to improve both function and energy efficiency. Older homes, however, may have been constructed without this best practice in mind. Your home might be facing in a completely unworkable direction for accessing the sun. Especially if you are on a small footprint without room to expand, rebuilding could be a much simpler process than renovating, especially if you are planning on getting solar panels installed in the long run.

Do you have termite damage?

If you have termite damage of any sort, some repair is obviously in order. If your support beams are suffering termite damage, for example, you are going to have to tear them out and replace them. But if the damage is significant and widespread throughout large portions of the home, a total knockdown and rebuild is the best solution. You don’t just get to start with a clean slate, you have peace of mind knowing that the problem has been completely eliminated.

Will your foundation support another floor?

If you don’t have the square meterage to extend outward, your only chance to expand your living space is to build up. Sometimes, however, your existing foundation won’t be strong enough to safely support a second storey. While there is the possibility of constructing a self-supporting second floor, the better route may be a knockdown rebuild that includes reconstructing the foundation to allow for a taller home.

Return on Investment

Generally speaking, you are considering a knockdown rebuild because you plan to stay in your current location long term. Maybe forever. If, however, you do plan to sell anytime in the near future, you want to ensure that you are getting a good return on your investment. If you spend $900,000 on modifying your home but it will only sell for $750,000 then you obviously have to weigh the benefits and costs of that decision.

Here are some factors to keep in mind when considering your return on investment:

Total renovation costs

First, you need to know what your total house renovation cost is going to be. This is the baseline from which you will make your decision based on several other factors. You want to compare the cost to renovate versus the cost to rebuild in order to determine which is financially feasible.

New market value

Your return on investment is going to be calculated with a pretty simple formula: new market value minus original market value minus renovation costs. You want to calculate your returns based on both the renovation option and the rebuild option.

Here is an example to make that a bit clearer. Imagine the current market value of your home is $900,000. If spending $500,000 on renovations would boost the market value to $1,450,000 then your total return on investment is $50,000.

If you instead spend $900,000 on a complete rebuild and it increases the sale value to $2,150,000 then the return on investment is $350,000. Rebuilds like this are common when your home is located in a very expensive neighbourhood. The market value of the home is boosted due to location, so you can get a much better return on your investment.

Market conditions

Of course, it’s not always easy to get an exact calculation of what your home will be worth. That’s why you have to keep in mind the real estate market in your area, as well as trends over time. If you don’t plan on selling for twenty years, for example, then it could be very hard to predict what your home’s value will be down the road. Your best bet is to work with a knowledgeable real estate agent who can help you make an informed decision based on past experiences in the area.

Other homes in the neighbourhood

Something that you don’t want to do is make your house the odd man out in the neighbourhood. If your home is significantly more expensive than the others nearby, then you may have a hard time finding a buyer. Generally speaking, most people buying into a particular neighbourhood pay within a particular range. A home that’s $500,000 outside of this range is not going to attract offers as quickly. You may end up needing to reduce your asking price to the point that you aren’t earning back what you put into the home.

Time-frame

Although it might not be a strong deciding factor in whether you choose to renovate or rebuild, you probably should have an idea on the total time-frame. Knocking down and rebuilding from scratch can take anywhere from 6 to 18 months. Renovations can vary wildly, of course, based on the extent of changes. But a complete renovation of an entire house will usually take between 6 to 8 months.

Whatever option you choose, you aren’t looking at an overnight process, so be prepared for a long term project, especially if you want it done properly by a reputable company

Renovation Pitfalls and Risks

Many homeowners opt for a complete rebuild for the same reason that people buy a new car: peace of mind. Even the most complete home renovation is going to have its share of risks compared to a new custom home build. You are working with old materials, after all, so you’ll have to deal with all the quirks that come with them.

Here are some of the most common pitfalls to keep in mind when it comes to renovating.

Working with an outdated design

For starters, when you choose to renovate your home instead of rebuilding it, you are stuck with the the original architecture to some extent, for better or worse. While you can work around this, it isn’t always easy. If your home was built decades ago, then it is likely based on outdated design principles that don’t meet the needs of modern families and may also attract less buyers if you are planning on selling it once finished. You may be stuck with small rooms and crowded hallways when what you really want is more open space.

Fear of the unknown

Rebuilding a custom home is often easier because you are starting from a clean slate. There are no unknown variables. When you choose to renovate, things are a little less predictable and you might end up having to spend more than planned as things don’t always fall in place. While pre-construction inspections will provide a good deal of insight on the project, there is always the chance that hidden problems will pop up. This means that your costs may end up higher than you originally budgeted for.

Problems with infrastructure

Depending on the age of your house, there could be serious issues with the plumbing and electrical work. They’ll have to be taken care of during renovation to protect the longevity of your home and for the safety of your family. Likewise, structural damage can be very difficult to completely account for during renovations. If it isn’t handled properly, you could find your walls beginning to crack in a few years, which generally isn’t going to be a risk you run with brand new construction.

Too many renovations

If your house has been around for a while and seen many owners in its life, odds are that it’s been renovated in the past. Some homes, though, see renovation on top of renovation on top of renovation. If these weren’t handled by professionals and didn’t do much to take into account the existing structure of the home, you could be living in a Frankenstein of a house. Renovating it even further could be a lot trickier since there may be past damage that needs to be undone therefore building it from scratch is the best way to go.

Extra hassle

In the end, a renovation is just more complicated than a rebuild. You’re trying to merge the old with the new, which means there are a lot more decisions to be made. If you are looking for a simpler process, a rebuild may be better for you. Once you’ve worked with a designer to work out all of the plans, there is very little else you need to do other than wait for your brand new custom home to be built.

Reasons You May Want to Renovate Instead

Just because there are more variables in a renovation, that doesn’t mean it’s always a bad choice. Some homeowners will be happier with a complete home renovation over a rebuild. Here are some of the reasons why. If many of them resonate with you, a knockdown rebuild might not be what you’re really looking for.

You have an emotional attachment to your home

Some people attach their memories to objects or places very strongly. Maybe you have been living in your existing home for decades. Maybe you’ve raised a family there. Whatever the reason, you have a strong emotional attachment to your home, and knocking it down completely might put you off. If so, a home renovation will let you preserve your memories but still update the look, feel, and functionality of your house.

You want to respect the heritage of your home

Some homeowners feel a strong tie to their home’s historical roots. Your house could be a century old, and a half dozen other families were raised within its walls. If you feel like your time there is one more chapter in an age old tale, then renovating allows you to keep your home’s story alive while still modernising it a bit.

You just love older homes

While modern architectural practices and design trends may have made homes much more efficient and ergonomic, there are some old souls who just fall in love with the charm of older styles. The creaks in the floor, the quirky corners, the classic exterior. Renovation allows you to preserve these charming features while still bringing the home into the 21st century.

Renovate or Rebuild? Make the Choice That’s Right For You!

The decision to renovate your home or knock it down and rebuild from scratch isn’t always a clear choice. But one choice is clear: Interline Constructions has the experience and expertise to take care of your home either way. We have been performing home renovations and knockdown rebuilds in Melbourne for years.

If you are thinking of building a custom home but you are not too sure on what is involved, check out this article, which will hopefully give you a better understanding.

Whether you’re ready to get started today or still aren’t sure which is the choice for you, get in touch today. We’ll schedule a free consultation to go over everything and help you make the most informed decision possible.

How Long Does It Take to Build a Custom Home?

Posted by AdamW on May 11, 2019

Building your new home from scratch gives you the freedom to create the home of your dreams in a location of your choosing. Custom homes are an exciting and rewarding choice, so you’ll no doubt be dying to see the finished product.

So let’s answer the question that’s no doubt been playing on your mind: how long does it take to build a custom home? The short answer is, it depends. On average, custom homes in Melbourne can take between 6 and 12 months to be completed.

Here are some of the factors that can affect your custom home time frame.

Pre-construction Preparation

Before starting to build a custom home, there are a few different hoops that need jumping through first.

There are documents, planning permits, and approvals that you need to get before we can get started.

Once all the right documents and approvals have been completed, we’ll need to prepare the block of land you want to build on.

This stage of the build will take a little longer if you don’t yet have permits, or if there are complications with the land.

Sloping Blocks

If the block of land you’ve chosen for your home is on a slope this can also affect the custom home time frame.

Sloping blocks can offer some great advantages like good views, more design options, and more natural light. But building on a sloping block can be a little more complicated, which can add time to the build.

Quality of the Land

If your land lot has rubble, roots, rocks or even existing services such as pipes beneath the surface, it can take longer to prepare the lot for building. The land will need to be cleared and levelled.

Different soil conditions also require different earthworks to provide a solid and stable support for your home.

Making Decisions

Throughout the planning stage you’ll need to make a lot of decisions. You’ll need to decide on materials, layout, style, etc.

This decision making process can be a quick one if you already know what you want. But if you’re not too sure, and you spend a lot of time hesitating, this is inevitably going to add time to the timeline.

If there are certain decisions that haven’t been made before the construction starts, this can cause delays. For example, if it gets to the final stages, and you haven’t decided which windows to go for, your custom home builders will wait for your decision before continuing.

To avoid delays like these it’s best to make all, or most decisions during the planning and design stage.

Make Decisions during the planning phase

Weather Conditions

Weather can wreak havoc with building plans. Harsh rainfall and extreme temperatures (both hot and cold) can affect your team’s ability to work quickly and safely. While delays to the build time frame can be frustrating, sometimes they just can’t be avoided, especially if you’re building in the middle of winter or summer.

Complexity of Style

Simple home designs are going to take much less time to build than complex architectural styles.

Many items in a highly architectural custom home such as cantilevers, structural steel, rooftop decks, basement garages, swimming pools and elevators can potentially add many weeks to the time-frame of a custom home.

If you’re hoping for a quick build, there’s always the option of using a production home design (an existing home design).

But if you’ve got exuberant ideas for your home, and you want to make it truly unique, you might find the build takes a little longer.

Size of Build

Naturally, if you’re planning to have a large house, with many different bedrooms, this is going to take longer than a standard size family home.

The bigger the surface area of your home, the longer it’s going to take to build. But as well as surface area, it’s also about how many storeys you want your home to have.

It’s worth weighing up whether you want to build up or out. Building out will often take more time, because more foundation needs to be laid. But adding floors to your home can also take time as this will make the home’s structure more complex.

What about a standard production home when compared to a custom home?

According to this article by the Daily Telegraph on variables when building a home,housing Industry Association (HIA) senior executive director of building, development and environment Kristin Brookfield says a typical contract for a single-storey home is between 18 and 26 weeks, depending on the size of the house, while typical two-storey home contracts are about 26 weeks.

Changes to the Plan

Before you start building, you’ll work out a plan with your custom home builders. But you might find that later down the line you change your mind about a few things. It’s perfectly natural – you want your home to be perfect.

If you change your mind about things early on in the planning stage, this won’t affect the time frame too much. But if you have a change of heart about the plan during the later stages of the build, this could set you back a while.

Availability of Materials

The type of materials you choose for your home can also impact on how long your custom build will take. If you choose generic materials that are widely available, you shouldn’t have to wait long at all for materials to be sourced and delivered.

But if you decide on more unusual materials, we may have to go further afield to find and deliver them. This can cause the build to take longer.

Custom Homes In Melbourne – Choose a Winning Team

There’s no straight answer to how long it takes to build a custom home. But custom home builds usually take between 6 and 12 months. A standard home design, without architectural complexities or unusual materials will likely take 6 months or so. But more complex builds can take a lot longer.

One thing to note though, is that it’s not worth rushing the build. Custom homes can be an exciting project. It’s a chance for you to personalise your home, and make sure you have a house that’s everything you dreamed of.

Getting a custom home built in a reasonable timeline isn’t a simple task. So you want to be sure to choose a professional builder with a proven track record of success. Interline Constructions has been serving the people of Melbourne since 1989, and we would love to add you to our list of happy customers.

Get in touch today to learn about how we can help you get your custom home built right.

Custom Home Builders Deliver Tailored Lifestyle Solutions – Inside and Out

Posted by AdamW on July 25, 2015 with 0 Comment

And that’s exactly what you get from a Custom Home Builder like Interline Constructions in Melbourne – A home that fits YOUR purpose.

You may have visited all of the big builder display villages, loved and loathed some of the designs, done the maths, read over some of their contracts, and come away feeling completely bamboozled and disillusioned. You liked one room in this one, another feature of that one, and subsequently tried to put all of the positives into one design that suits you. You’ve then come up with a fabulous concept, but it doesn’t work on your block of land. Does that sound at all familiar?

And then there’s the scenario where you’ve found the ‘almost’ perfect home design, but you’d like a few changes, but the display village sales team have set you back (again) by saying the changes you want will cost an extra arm and a leg, “and by the way, we can’t change the design that much because it’s outside our policy”. The fact is, generic home builders can build your home but it’s generally got to be almost exactly as you see it displayed – and if you have a sloping block, or contentious issues with heritage features that need to be retained in a Knock Down Rebuild, then you’re already in trouble. Don’t even go there if you have a home design in mind that needs to be elongated to fit on a non-conforming Narrow Block. You’ll be quickly told, by the generic builder, “We can’t stretch any of our designs. You get what you see – sorry no can do!”

That’s why Custom Home Builders have a definitive place in making you feel cared about. They’ll listen to what you want, help you with a suitable design, draft in all of the features you desperately want to incorporate, and go ahead and create a unique home that no-one else is having. It’s just for you – and designed for your family and your lifestyle.

A custom designed home means that you’ll be able to play with your layout, swing things around to encapsulate views, put your master bedroom a long way away from the kids, and create a kitchen to die for. You’ll also be able to keep control of your budget by getting all of the facts and pricing before you begin the build.

Variations are commonplace with the big builders, but, by engaging a Custom Home Builder, you’ll be able to negotiate a contract that specifies what’s included from the start, because you’ve set out your wishes, discussed at length how the big ticket items may push you over what you have to spend, and you’ll be able to rely on the expertise of your builder to advise you of other options to keep everything in check.

At Interline, we focus on the whole picture, not just what you see from the street.

Many of our recent clients have come to us with a notebook full of articles about what’s trending at the moment, particularly when it comes to interior design. The first thing we do is look at their ideas, work out what style of home they’re wanting, and focus on their unique personality. It’s a bit like profiling. We have to understand what’s in their heads first, and then get to work on the bigger picture. Understandably, the interior of any home is down to personal taste, colour palettes, whatever environmentally-friendly concepts are deemed important to them, and the nature of the block size and shape.

We’ve been in this business a long time, and we’ve seen some pretty eclectic ideas put forward. We put the pieces together, because that’s what we’re here to do.

Whats Trending In Designer Homes for 2015?

Trending at the moment are smaller homes in the inner suburbs. Blocks of land are being cut into bit-sized pieces to go with the urban sprawl, and this has had a big impact on the design side of our business. Our clients still want big bedrooms and wide open living areas, and they’re not keen on areas with no natural light. For example, we recently completed an award nominated home in Preston. The block was extremely narrow, but with careful considerations made, our client could have views of the city fireworks, an office -come-guest-area upstairs, a whole second storey for the children, and a front entrance way that looked all the way to the back fence. They didn’t want ordinary. They wanted a quality designer home, and energy efficient features, with room for a sustainable living veggie patch out the back. As a Custom Builder we were able to make it all happen.

Another of our recent clients went in an entirely different direction – they wanted Heritage styling, a claw bath in the ensuite, a pizza oven in the alfresco, and a guest wing for the parents-in-law. The thing is, a reputable builder will take on board any diversity you throw at them, blend it all together, and deliver a tailored lifestyle solution for your new home.

I always get asked what’s trending in interior design at the moment. My usual answer is “Whatever you want and need to make your lifestyle match your dreams. Trends are one thing, but anyone who wants a custom home built is usually looking for something unique. Trends can be addressed with a coat of paint and sea grass wallpaper, high ceilings and spotted gum flooring, but the biggest trend we’re experiencing is a shift away from having a home built by a generic company, especially when there are already four homes in your street of the same design.

Some people buy the Variety block of chocolate for a reason. They don’t just like one flavour. With a custom-built home you can share the same principle.

The Interline Difference

We’ve built a team of professionals you can trust.

One of the real points of difference we have, as one of Melbourne’s Premier Custom Homes Builders, is that we’ve nurtured a select and talented group of tradespeople who are flexible and adaptable to any building style. Whether your home calls for an avant-garde metal wall-clad feature finish, or a verandah with fretwork, we can deliver the right look for your tailor-made home with a highly professional finish – inside and out. We’ll even take care of the landscaping so you can move in, pop the champagne, and just relax – well maybe after you unpack a few boxes and find the champagne flutes
With us as your Custom Home Builder it’s simple. YOU get to make all the right choices that suit you!

Adam Waugh, Managing Director, Interline Constructions

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At Interline Constructions every exquisite new home we build is a winner, and we look forward to making your new custom home in Melbourne our next award-winning project.

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Upgrade Your Home Sooner – With a Bit of DIY

Posted by AdamW on July 20, 2015 with 0 Comment

After scanning the real estate market you’ve finally taken the plunge. Your new home is in a fantastic position. The price was a little higher than you wanted to pay – but it was doable. And then comes the word ‘Potential’. Yep, your new home has a lot of potential! And there’s room for a future Custom Home Extension to boot!

Inspired by the reno shows on TV, you’ve looked at what is and your mind is wandering to what it could look like with a bit if TLC. The Real Estate Agent kept plugging with more acronyms statements like “DIY, it’s the way to go. It’s not like you’d need the budget of BHP. There’s a great garage for your BMW too. Have a chat, and if you need to ask anymore FAQs just call me tomorrow. So do we have a deal?”

Well now you’ve signed the Contract of Sale, and the cooling off period has elapsed. And you’ve now got your busy life as a CEO to attend to, and your significant other has begun ordering the new curtains and packing boxes ready for the big move in three months’ time.

Walking through your new home, after settlement, you notice the freshly painted walls and the cracks begin to show plaster underneath. The floors creak a lot, and an investigation reveals the stumps are rotted and in need of replacement. The kitchen taps leak like a sieve and the bathroom has fuzzy green stuff oozing from the grout around the base. A sense of shock sets in when you realise that you should have followed your best mate’s advice and booked a Pre-Purchase Property Inspection. But you didn’t! So now all that’s left to do is work out the best way forward, and start taking DIY classes!

It’s true not everyone is handy with building tools and decorator ideas, but there are ways to improve your home that don’t have to cost a fortune, and that means you’ll have more money to spare when it comes time to invite your Custom Home Builder around for a quote to put on that extension you need for baby number three.

Here’s Our Best DIY Tips:

Get professional help where you need it – but get more than one quote.

There are thousands of tradespeople you can call in for the big stuff, but do shop around and get a series of quotes. Look at the fine print, ask questions, and always remember your budget. Building companies and individual tradies will price your job, but there are often a whole host of extras (or variations) that aren’t included in the price. Once your chosen contractor or tradie starts, and problems arise, you may find yourself in the position of having to just say yes and pay the extra – but its likely going to hurt your back pocket – a LOT! Choose a company (with a good reputation) that puts everything in writing. Then you’ll know exactly where you stand. By asking lots of questions, you’ll also likely find someone who will help you with suggestions on how you can keep the costs down. By doing a bit of DIY pre-preparation, and taking care of the painting yourself (for example), you may be able to make the whole project more affordable. Maybe you can clear away shrubbery, lift the floorboards yourself, or organise and purchase your own new appliances. The thinking, preparation and planning can save you in many ways if you can do it yourself.

Do get a Pre-Purchase Property Inspection preferably ‘before’ you purchase your home.

An older home may have some hidden issues that could be a potential recipe for disaster, and make that future wish to have a Custom Home extension much more expensive than you expected. A Pre-Purchase inspection, by a qualified person, will give you peace of mind about some things, and point out other hazards – like old copper electrical wiring, rising damp, faulty engineering or workmanship in your subfloor, dodgy plumbing, broken roof tiles, termite damage, and heating ducts that may have slipped off (or never been properly connected). A good inspector will give you an unbiased report and take photographic evidence of all those limited access areas and the issues therein. This will then help you negotiate with any tradies you go on and engage to fix the problems. Your inspector will also let you know what renovation and repair jobs require urgent or future attention, and what’s a simple DIY fix. It’s well worth the investment.

Painting isn’t rocket science, but taking the time to get the right colour and great finishes takes patience and a degree of skill
Inside or outside painting jobs rely on good, solid preparation. Choose your colours carefully, buy sample pots first, do a patch test in the room or on the exterior surface itself and, if you need to colour-match, take a sample of the colour with you to your supplier. Do patch up any cracks with filler, although spend a little extra time, first, investigating if there is a sinister reason behind the cracking. It could be that your stumps are giving way. On the outside, don’t just paint over those borer holes and splits. Again, you can replace those weatherboards yourself, but take your time. It’s like any DIY project – if you do it properly the first time, you’ll only have to do it once. And do keep a record of the colours you’ve used so that you can easily re-purchase the right tones to blend with any extension plans you have for the future.

Clean and clear your gutters and storm water drains regularly – if you can.

It’s a simple job, albeit generally up a ladder or on a high rooftop, but it can save you thousands of dollars in the long run. Blocked gutters lead to blocked stormwater drains, which can result in rusted roof areas, rotten roof bearers, and leaking ceilings. These issues are usually hidden from view, and they can become real money drainers when you start to plan your new Extension Renovation. By protecting your asset and maintaining the DIY jobs with due diligence, you’ll be in a much better position to afford a Custom Built Extension that will flow on more easily from your existing home, without the need for major roof and plumbing surgery. Prevention hurts a whole less more than finding the subliminal cure.

Before you start planning your new Extension Renovation, check with your Local Council first.

As highly sought after Custom Home Builders, at Interline Constructions, we’re called in to give a quote for Extension Renovations regularly. Unfortunately, many property owners haven’t done any investigations with their Local Council first. This can result in disappointment. There are restrictions in all areas of Melbourne (even on acreage sites). Where you can and can’t build, set-backs from fence lines (even for a garden shed or pergola), height restrictions along boundaries, and the percentage of your land that can be built on are all major considerations. Talk to us and we’ll happily give you some sound advice based on where you live. We have years of knowledge and a reputation for honesty. We’ll help you plan your Customised Extension in all the right ways.

Start Saving NOW so you can expand your horizons with less long-term financial stress.

Doing DIY renovations on a credit card is not the best idea either – particularly if you can’t pay the balance at month’s end. Just as it’s always best to think first, measure three times, and then start cutting the timber, the same applies to anything DIY. By all means look at the big picture and dream of what you want your home ‘with a lot of potential’ to eventually look like – but do your homework, get the best possible advice from registered and qualified building companies, complete whatever projects you can yourself, and THEN call in the experts (such as Interline Constructions in Melbourne). You may have to suffer a little bit of delayed gratification, but it will all be worth it in the end when your new Custom Home Extension finally begins.
With us as your Custom Home Extension Builder it’s simple. You’ll get the right advice, a budget to suit what you want to do, and a top quality experience – and all based on what suits you!