What You Need to Know about Knockdown and Rebuild

23 Jan

Are you asking yourself “do I knockdown and rebuild home” or “ should I renovate my home”?

These two options are both viable options and the answer depends on a number of factors including the current condition of your existing home.

If you are looking to make cosmetic changes only, then renovation is probably the most cost-effective option. However, if you are looking for major changes and a significant restructure, then a knockdown and rebuild is probably a better option.

What is involved in a knockdown and rebuild home project?

A “knockdown and rebuild home” project is when an existing house is demolished, and a new home is built in its place on the same property.

This is a great option for a home that is no longer suitable or desirable due to factors such as age, condition or outdated floorplan.

A knockdown and rebuild project involves several stages, including:

Obtaining necessary permits and approvals
Demolishing the existing house
Designing and planning the new home
Constructing the new home

Knocking down and rebuilding your home is cost-efficient

Many people think that rebuilding a home is costly, but it is often a more cost-efficient option than moving to a different home or renovating an old home. It can allow you to start fresh with a modern, energy-efficient design that may help you save money on utility bills and maintenance costs in the long run.

If you decide to renovate an old home, the costs of upgrades to systems such as electrical and plumbing, in addition to unexpected issues that arise during construction, such as hidden mould or structural damage that you weren’t aware of. These costs can quickly add up and make renovating your home more expensive than building a new one from scratch.

A new home designed with energy-efficient features such as improved insulation, windows and appliances, can result in lower energy bills and reduced environmental impact.

New homes typically require less maintenance than older homes, which can save you time and money over the coming years.

You have the freedom to design your new home exactly how you want it to be.

Your home is set up to follow the National Construction Codes

National Construction Codes are mandatory when building new homes. It helps you ensure the safety of the project. It does not necessarily significantly affect the appearance of a home, but it does ensure that they are safe, sustainable and accessible.

Opting for a rebuild provides the assurance of constructing a home in compliance with these guidelines, resulting in a more efficient and comfortable living experience.

A new home will require less maintenance in the future.

Typically, home maintenance costs 1% to 4% of your home value per year depending on your home’s age, size, condition, and location, it could be higher or lower. The older the home is, the higher the maintenance cost will be, and as a a general rule it will increase over time.

If you choose to knock down and rebuild your home, all the materials your knockdown and rebuild specialist will use are new and can last a long time without lots of maintenance needed.

Summary

Knocking down and rebuilding a home will be much easier if you got the right local builders on board. The best home builder is someone local who will manage the entire process for you.

CKS Projects are experts in luxury custom-built new homes in Wollongong and across the Illawarra region in NSW.