Planning a knockdown rebuild can be a complex process, but with the right guidance, it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. We’re here to provide expert insight and support every step of the way, ensuring your custom home project is smooth, timely, and stays within budget.
We specialise in advising clients through the critical steps of the demolition phase, ensuring they understand the correct sequence of actions required to keep their project on schedule and secure timely approvals. We guide clients on when to initiate the abolishment of existing services and help them navigate Energex’s service level agreements (SLAs) so they can proactively manage potential delays. Additionally, we advise on arranging power supply-whether via a permanent connection or temporary power pole-to ensure the site is fully prepared for construction as soon as building approvals are issued.
With our team by your side, your knockdown rebuild project will be executed seamlessly. Whether it’s eliminating delays, solving issues, or keeping the budget intact, we’re your trusted partner throughout the entire process.
Don’t leave your knockdown rebuild to chance. With experienced professionals guiding the way, your dream home is closer than you think.
Selling and buying costs – if you demolish your existing home there is no cost to sell i.e. real estate fees and no cost to buy stamp duty etc
Blank canvas for your design – with any new home build you will have the opportunity to bring your ideas to life
Increase property value – with record property growth in recent times, many property owners are seeing a higher increase in value in comparison to the cost of build (instant equity)
Stay in the neighbourhood you love – research shows that most people will sell and buy within 5km of where they are currently living. This is because they are used to the area, know their local restaurants, and local amenities and have developed friendships in the area
Requires planning and approvals – if you were to renovate your kitchen or bathroom in an existing home there will be no cost for planning or approval
Heritage sites restricted – Brisbane city council has a rule against demolishing homes there are pre-1946 it’s important to determine if your home can actually be demolished
Difficult to estimate fees before demolition – there are many upfront fees payable before you can fully understand the total cost of your project, unfortunately not all these fees are apparent until you are in the middle of the project
Additional costs If you demolish within 12 months of purchasing there will be no owner-occupied concession on Stamp duty (bonus calculation below)
