If you have a property or home that you are considering a house demolition Brisbane and rebuild you are likely to have a number of questions about the process.
You aren’t by yourself in this regard.
It can be very tiresome to renovate your home room by room and as a result, house demolition Brisbane, and rebuilds have gained in popularity so that people can get exactly what they want rather than be forced into a compromise for their dream home.
If you love the location, the outlook, and the neighbours a demolition and rebuild is going to be a logical and sensible choice to get the house of your dreams exactly where you already love to live.
Don’t get intimidated by the extensive process. There are many certified tradesmen and professionals that can help you visualise your dream home and help make it a reality. They will walk you step by step through the house demolition Brisbane process so you know what to expect at any point
First, you'll need site evaluation and planning permission
Make sure that what you want to build to realise your dreams is possible (and practical) for your land by calling a town planner or your local council for advice and guidance. Check websites and maybe call a few people and speak to them in person.
Unless your home is heritage listed or there is some unusual technical reason, the permits for the demolitions are rarely denied. There can be geotechnical issues or planning overlays that may stop you so it’s wise to check, just in case!
Second, the fun part of getting pre-conceptual designs for your new home!
After making sure you won’t get any grief from your local council for the house demolition Brisbane, you can start planning for your new home. Lots of local builders will have a base template to work with if you only have a few ideas, that you can use to start the planning of your dream home.
Another underused resource is the internet and architectural freelancing websites. You can upload your requirements and ask architects for their bids on your plans. these architects might even be able to make suggestions that enhance your new home or make it more cost-effective to build.
The third part is fun! Finding a house demolition Brisbane expert!
Knockdown permits can take a while to come through, so use this time to not only plan your new home but to find a good quality demolition expert to deal with the old house. Check on the internet and ask around if you notice a demolition in progress in your area.
Your builder, if you have been working with one, may be able to recommend a quality demo company for you or he may even get in Brisbane demolition subcontractors to work under him. Sometimes it’s better to have the same company overseeing all aspects of the demolition and the rebuild.
The demolition is the basis of the rest of the house rebuild and so its best to pay a little extra and get a good company in so its done properly and legally the first time. You dont want to hire a second company to come in and have to do clean up after the first one!
Your builder will know all the permits required to build your new place and will be able to advise which ones you need to apply for and which ones he can do himself.
Some demolitions involve traffic, utilities, and public access disruptions and you will need permits to undertake all these things in most cases. This is where your experts come in.
Experts should save you a lot of heartaches and red tape as they know their way around the legalities and council requirements. They can anticipate these challenges and get you prepared for them, saving time as well as your mental health!
A good builder will be able to look at your potential plans and advise you of any problems or challenges before you start, They should also be able to advise ways to compensate or how moving something might make things work better. They spend all day building houses and know what works and what doesn’t.
Builders will also be able to advise you if your new home will shadow neighbours, what access rights there are, and any other considerations you might not be aware of. The right builder is worth his weight in gold.
The fourth thing you need to do is work out a budget and a work schedule
Your builder should do this automatically. It’s best to go through with them step by step what needs to be done and how much each stage will cost. Don’t approve things without adding the cost into the budget first to make sure you will be able to cover any extra costs when they arise.
Some people won’t have the budget to realise every aspect of their dream home and compromises may have to be made. Check with your builders for areas where you might be able to save money by reducing fixtures or fittings.
Make sure you add at least 10% to your budget for all the things neither you nor your builder could possibly foresee. Always expect the highest cost and take the savings if it does work out cheaper!
Finally, it's time to demolish - the fifth step
If you hired two different companies for the house demolition and the rebuild, make sure you put them in contact with each other so they can communicate and coordinate tasks. Some long delays can result if people don’t know who is doing what, when, and where!
Once you have selected a house demolition Brisbane company for your demolition, they will help you set a date, get all the relevant permits, advise the utility companies and also let your neighbours know.
Some people love to watch the process of the demolition and others don’t. Check with your demolition company to see if you can see how its all done. Its quite spectacular and very efficient sometimes.
Once the demolition is completed, a good company will take al the debris carried away and make sure it is disposed of carefully and legally. The demolition company will also leave the site clean, flat and clear, ready for the rebuild.
Then the builders will arrive and evaluate the site before beginning the plan and site layout
Stage six is all about the build
You should be in constant communication with the site supervisor and be appraised of their challenges and success should you wish to, you should be able to visit the site at any time during the construction phase and inspect the progress personally.
If the builders find things that won’t work for a variety of reasons, they will contact you to discuss changes and alterations to the plans and of course any increase in price.
Handover, the seventh and final stage!
After the construction is over, the builder will organise a builders cleaning company to get your house ready for its final inspection with you. You and the site manager will walk through the house and if it’s all just how you imagined, then they will hand over the keys and you will be the owner of your brand new dream home!
The build doesn’t stop there, after the handing over of the keys, the best builders will offer a warranty and will come and fix anything that’s not working properly, free of charge. This is an after-sale service that owners look for to offer them peace of mind, just in case there are issues, big or small, after the build is complete and the payment made.
Often, a demolition and rebuild is a very cost-effective way to remodel your home and get the house that suits your family and lifestyle.
Always hire the best builders and house demolition crew that you can afford and know exactly what you want in your new home!