A local guide to renovating in the Eastern Suburbs
Decided to renovate your Eastern Suburbs home finally? Before you start tearing the walls and floors of your home, be sure to start the planning process early and consult with the right local trade and business experts to make your project a success.
Check out our home renovation guide to know more.
Evaluate your existing home before renovating
Check all the features of your home: list down the good and bad. If you are planning a major structural renovation it may be worth having a professional building inspection specialist assess the condition of your home to identify major faults including rotting and cracking that should be fixed as part of the renovation. You may end up needing to do more work on specific areas than you intended.
It is also an opportunity to ensure your home is structurally safe for the long-term.
Plan your renovation
Planning is essential to every renovation project. Write down everything you want to change and then talk to your Eastern Suburbs builder, architect, interior designer or other professional tradespeople about it. Cover all aspects: functional, structural and styling. This will help you narrow down the right people for the job. It also guides you on the cost and expected services to be rendered.
Check local building requirements in the Eastern Suburbs
Major renovations including a home extension or large deck need to comply with building laws in Australia, as well as any local Eastern Suburbs council requirements. Check the local council applicable to your suburb location.
If you are not sure, you can ask your local council about applicable regulations and approvals needed for your specific project. A property lawyer, local builder, draftsperson or architect should also be able to guide you.
Hire the right local Eastern Suburbs tradespeople
A major renovation project requires professionals like architects, designers and other local tradies. The trade professionals you choose can either make or break your renovation dreams. Ensure you conduct complete trade reference checks, including seeing their work in the Eastern Suburbs area and speaking to other local customers.
Secure your finances
Make sure you have enough cash to cover the project. You can either use your savings or get a loan for the renovation. It depends on what you can manage. Check with your local financial planner or mortgage broker to see how you can best finance your renovation.
Lastly, you have to decide whether you can live in the house during the renovation or stay somewhere temporarily. This will affect your daily routine and should be planned accordingly.
Looking for renovation help?
Our free Eastern suburbs Tradebusters tradesmen concierge can assist you. Tell us about your renovation needs and a member of our team will get back to you shortly to help you through the process.
Need help with trusted local businesses in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs?
If you want to find other reliable local businesses to help you through the buying, selling and renovation process, you can also try one from our Tradebusters Connect free Sydney Eastern Suburbs Top 3 Local Business Pick directory. Only the best local businesses get a spot.