Building a new home or renovating an old one can quickly become an emotional experience – this can lead to budgetary decisions being made with the heart, rather than the head and every good intention of keeping a careful eye on the balance sheet can fly out the...
Depending on who you speak to, what their age is and how experienced they are in owning, building or renovating houses, you will likely come across a variety of differing opinions when it comes to the merit of weatherboard as a building material. The first...
It’s easy to fall in love with a period home property, the high ceilings, open fireplaces, stained glass windows, fancy ceiling roses, intricate cornices, architraves and skirting boards hark back to a by gone era where quality craftsmanship was the order of the day. Rejuvenating an...
Over my years in the residential building industry, a question that comes up regularly in conversation is: “how much does an extension cost?” It’s a valid question for anybody considering renovating their family home, but it’s in the same vein as asking how long...
