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\n \t\t\tKnockdown Rebuild \u2014 Canberra ACT<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t
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Love Your Location.
Start Fresh<\/span>
With a Brand New Home.<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Keep the suburb, the school zone, and the block you already own \u2014 demolish the old home and build exactly the home your family needs. Sync manages the entire process, from asbestos assessment to the day you move into your new home.<\/p>\n\t\t

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ACT Licensed Builder<\/strong>
Lic. No. [INSERT]<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n
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Demo to Handover<\/strong>
One builder, full process<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n
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Asbestos Managed<\/strong>
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\n \t\t\t14\u201326<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\tMonths demo to handover<\/span>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n
\n \t\t\t100%<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\tApprovals managed by Sync<\/span>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n
\n \t\t\t5.0\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\tGoogle Review average<\/span>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n
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What Is a Knockdown Rebuild?<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Your Block. Your Suburb.
A Completely New Home.<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t

A knockdown rebuild is exactly what it sounds like \u2014 you demolish your existing home and build a brand new custom home on the same block. You keep the land, the location, and everything you love about where you live. You replace the structure that no longer works for your family.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t

It's a particularly popular choice in Canberra, where many homeowners own well-located blocks in established suburbs \u2014 inner north, inner south, Woden, Belconnen \u2014 but are living in ageing homes that are tired, inefficient, or simply too small for how their family lives today.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Fady manages the entire process \u2014 asbestos assessment and safe removal, demolition, design, approvals, and the full custom build. You deal with one builder, one point of contact, from the decision to rebuild all the way through to moving in.<\/p>\n\t\t

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\n \t\t\t100%<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\tCustom design on your land<\/span>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n
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Is a Knockdown Rebuild Right for You?<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t

When KDR Makes Sense \u2014
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A knockdown rebuild is the right choice in certain situations \u2014 and not the right choice in others. Here's an honest guide to help you think it through before you reach out to Fady.<\/p>\n\t\t

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\n \t\t\t\u2713 KDR is likely right for you if...<\/span>\n\t\t
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\n \t\t\t\u2713<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\tYou love your suburb, school zone, and community but the house no longer works for your family<\/span>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n
\n \t\t\t\u2713<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\tYour existing home has significant structural issues \u2014 subsidence, major asbestos, or severe deterioration that makes renovation uneconomical<\/span>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n
\n \t\t\t\u2713<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\tYou want to significantly increase the home's footprint and renovation + extensions would cost more than building new<\/span>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n
\n \t\t\t\u2713<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\tThe existing home's layout, orientation, or energy efficiency can't be meaningfully improved with renovation alone<\/span>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n
\n \t\t\t\u2713<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\tYou want to build a fully custom home designed precisely for how your family lives \u2014 not adapt an existing structure<\/span>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n
\n \t\t\t\u2713<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\tYou own land in an established inner suburb where land value exceeds the value of the existing dwelling<\/span>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n
\n \t\t\t\u2713<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\tYou want the full NCC 2022 energy efficiency and thermal performance of a new build \u2014 not an upgraded old one<\/span>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n
\n \t\t\t\u2717 KDR may not be right if...<\/span>\n\t\t
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\n \t\t\t\u2717<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\tYour existing home has strong heritage character or is in a heritage overlay zone that restricts or prevents demolition<\/span>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n
\n \t\t\t\u2717<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\tYou only need 1\u20132 rooms added or updated \u2014 a targeted renovation or extension is more cost-effective<\/span>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n
\n \t\t\t\u2717<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\tYou have significant emotional attachment to the existing home's structure and would regret demolishing it<\/span>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n
\n \t\t\t\u2717<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\tYour timeline is too tight \u2014 knockdown rebuilds require 14\u201326 months from decision to moving in<\/span>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n
\n \t\t\t\u2717<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\tYour budget doesn't extend to the full cost of demolition plus new build \u2014 partial renovation may be a better fit<\/span>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n
\n \t\t\t\u2717<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\tYou are renting or have complex living arrangements that make 12\u201318 months of alternative accommodation impractical<\/span>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Not sure which path is right for you?<\/h6>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Fady offers free consultations that specifically address the renovation vs extend vs knockdown rebuild decision. He'll assess your block, your existing home, your goals, and your budget \u2014 and give you an honest recommendation, even if the answer is that KDR isn't the right option for you.<\/p>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\tBook a Free Consultation\n\t<\/a>\t\t\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n

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Understanding the Investment<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Knockdown Rebuild vs
Renovate vs Buy & Build<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Three paths to getting the home you want in Canberra. Here's an honest financial breakdown of each \u2014 so you can make the right decision for your situation.<\/p>\n\t\t

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Major Renovation<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t$200,000 \u2013 $500,000+<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Extend and renovate existing home<\/p>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n

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No demolition or asbestos cost<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Shorter timeline than KDR<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Limited by existing structure and footprint<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Energy efficiency constrained by existing walls<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Knockdown Rebuild<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t$550,000 \u2013 $1,200,000+<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Demolish and build brand new on your land<\/p>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n

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Fully custom home \u2014 no compromises<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Stay in your suburb, school, and community<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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No stamp duty on land purchase<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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New electrical, plumbing, insulation throughout<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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NCC 2022 energy efficiency as standard<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Complete warranty on new structure<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Buy Land & Build New<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\tLand + $450,000 \u2013 $1,200,000+<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Purchase a new block and build on it<\/p>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n

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Fresh start on a new block<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Potentially lower land cost in outer suburbs<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Stamp duty on land purchase ($20,000\u2013$60,000+)<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Lose your existing suburb, school zone, and community<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Agent and legal fees if selling existing home<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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For many Canberra homeowners, KDR is the most financially rational choice<\/h6>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t

When stamp duty on a new purchase, agent fees, and the cost of leaving an established suburb are factored in \u2014 a knockdown rebuild on land you already own is often the most cost-effective path to the home you want. Fady can walk you through the numbers for your specific situation in a free consultation.<\/p>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n

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Important \u2014 Pre-1990 Canberra Homes<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Asbestos in Canberra Homes \u2014
What You Need to Know<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Canberra has one of the highest concentrations of asbestos-affected homes in Australia. If your home was built before 1990 \u2014 which covers the vast majority of established suburb homes \u2014 an asbestos assessment is a mandatory first step before any demolition work begins.<\/p>\n\t\t

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Asbestos is extremely common in Canberra's established suburbs<\/h6>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Homes built before 1990 in Canberra frequently contain asbestos in fibrous cement sheeting (eaves, fences, internal linings), floor tiles, roof sheeting, pipe lagging, and textured paints. Disturbing asbestos without proper containment and licensed removal is illegal and carries serious health risks. Sync manages the full assessment and removal process \u2014 you don't need to navigate this yourself.<\/p>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n

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Where asbestos is commonly found<\/h3>\n\t\t
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\u2192<\/span>Internal wall linings and ceiling tiles<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\u2192<\/span>Bathroom and laundry wall sheeting<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\u2192<\/span>Textured (popcorn) ceiling and wall coatings<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n
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How Sync manages asbestos<\/h3>\n\t\t
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Asbestos assessment arranged<\/h6>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t

We engage a licensed asbestos assessor to identify all asbestos-containing materials in your home and produce a register. Required before demolition can be approved.<\/p>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n

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Licensed removal contractor engaged<\/h6>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t

All asbestos is removed by a licensed asbestos removalist under the Work Health and Safety Act. Proper containment, PPE, and regulated disposal at an approved facility.<\/p>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n

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Clearance certificate issued<\/h6>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Post-removal air monitoring and a formal clearance certificate is issued by the assessor before demolition proceeds. All documentation provided to you.<\/p>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n

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Demolition proceeds safely<\/h6>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Once the site is clear, licensed demolition proceeds. All waste is disposed of to council requirements. You receive a clean, clear site ready for the new build.<\/p>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n

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The Full Knockdown Rebuild Process<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t

From Decision to Moving In \u2014
Managed End-to-End by Sync<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t

A knockdown rebuild is one of the most complex residential projects you can undertake \u2014 because it combines demolition, approvals, and a full new home build in sequence. Sync manages every stage personally.<\/p>\n\t\t

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Phase 1 \u2014 Pre-Demolition<\/h3>\n\t\t
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Free consultation & feasibility<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Fady reviews your block, existing home, goals and budget. He confirms whether KDR is the right path for your situation \u2014 and if not, advises on alternatives honestly.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\tFree \u00b7 No obligation<\/span>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n

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Asbestos assessment<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Licensed asbestos assessor inspects your home and produces a register. Required before demolition approval can be granted. Sync coordinates the assessor and manages the process.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\u26a0\ufe0f Mandatory for all pre-1990 homes<\/span>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n

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Asbestos removal (if required)<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t

All identified asbestos-containing materials removed by a licensed removalist. Clearance certificate issued post-removal. Cost depends on extent of asbestos found.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\u26a0\ufe0f Additional cost \u2014 assessed per property<\/span>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n

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Service disconnections<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Electricity, gas, water, and telecommunications are safely disconnected from the existing home before demolition commences. Sync coordinates all utility providers.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t1\u20132 weeks lead time<\/span>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n

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Demolition approval & licensed demolition<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Demolition permit lodged and approved. Licensed demolition contractor razes the existing structure. Concrete slab broken up and removed. Site cleared, levelled, and ready for the new build.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t2\u20134 weeks for demolition<\/span>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t

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Design brief & architect engagement<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t

With a clean site, the new home design is developed. Fady works alongside your architect or designer from day one \u2014 ensuring the design is buildable, compliant, and aligned with your budget before approvals are lodged.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t4\u201312 weeks<\/span>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n

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Development Application<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t

DA prepared and lodged with the ACT Planning Authority by Sync. We manage all communications and conditions. Most new dwellings in established ACT suburbs require a DA.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t4\u201310 weeks<\/span>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n

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Building Approval via private certifier<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Structural drawings, energy compliance report, and soil assessment submitted for Building Approval. Private certifier engaged for faster turnaround than council assessment.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t3\u20136 weeks<\/span>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t

Phase 3 \u2014 Construction & Handover<\/h3>\n\t\t
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Contract, selections & pre-construction<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Fixed-price contract signed. All material and finish selections finalised \u2014 cabinetry, tiles, benchtops, flooring, fixtures. Trades engaged and construction programme issued.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t4\u20136 weeks<\/span>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n

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Construction \u2014 Fady on site every day<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Slab, frame, roof, lock-up, services, fitout, and finishing. Fady manages every trade personally on site. Mandatory stage inspections completed. Regular client updates throughout.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t6\u201314 months depending on scope<\/span>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n

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Handover, Occupation Certificate & moving in<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Full walkthrough with Fady. Occupation Certificate issued. All documentation \u2014 warranties, manuals, certificates, and survey marks \u2014 provided. Welcome home to your brand new house on the same block you've always loved.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\u2713 The day it all comes together<\/span>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n

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ACT Planning Considerations<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Key Planning Rules for KDR in the ACT<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Knockdown rebuilds in Canberra's established suburbs are subject to ACT planning requirements. Sync assesses all of these upfront \u2014 before you commit to the project.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\tGet a Free Feasibility Assessment\n\t<\/a>\t\t\n<\/div>\n

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A KDR combines demolition costs with a full new home build. Here's an honest breakdown \u2014 asbestos and approvals costs are the variables most builders don't mention upfront. Sync does.<\/p>\n\t\t

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Asbestos assessment<\/td>$600 \u2013 $1,500<\/td><\/tr>\n
Asbestos removal (if present)<\/td>$3,000 \u2013 $20,000+<\/td><\/tr>\n
Service disconnections<\/td>$1,500 \u2013 $4,000<\/td><\/tr>\n
Demolition (single storey)<\/td>$15,000 \u2013 $30,000<\/td><\/tr>\n
Demolition (double storey)<\/td>$25,000 \u2013 $50,000<\/td><\/tr>\n
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Architect \/ designer fees<\/td>$15,000 \u2013 $50,000<\/td><\/tr>\n
DA & BA fees<\/td>$5,000 \u2013 $15,000<\/td><\/tr>\n
New build \u2014 single storey<\/td>$450,000 \u2013 $900,000<\/td><\/tr>\n
New build \u2014 double storey<\/td>$650,000 \u2013 $1,400,000<\/td><\/tr>\n
Service reconnections<\/td>$8,000 \u2013 $20,000<\/td><\/tr>\n
Total KDR (typical range)<\/td>$550,000 \u2013 $1,500,000+<\/td><\/tr>\n <\/tbody>\n <\/table>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\tExcludes land value, landscaping, furniture, and temporary accommodation during build.<\/span>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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All ACT Suburbs<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t

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Questions Before
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The questions Canberra homeowners ask most before starting a knockdown rebuild. Prefer to speak directly? Call Fady on 0452 394 567.<\/p>\n\t\t

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No reception. Direct to the builder.<\/p>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\tBook a Free KDR Consultation\n\t<\/a>\t\t\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n

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You'll need to find alternative accommodation for the duration of the project \u2014 typically 14\u201320 months from when you vacate your existing home to when the new home is ready for occupancy. This is a significant planning consideration. Many Canberra families rent during this period, stay with family, or arrange short-term rentals. Fady factors this into the project planning conversation \u2014 it's important to discuss early.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Not every home, but the majority of Canberra homes built before 1990 contain some asbestos-containing materials \u2014 particularly fibrous cement products (fibro). An asbestos assessment is required before demolition regardless, and the assessor will identify exactly what is present and where. The cost of assessment and removal (where required) varies considerably depending on what is found. Sync coordinates the full process.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t

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In most cases yes \u2014 the new home's size is determined by current ACT planning rules (setbacks, block coverage, height) rather than the size of the existing dwelling. Many knockdown rebuilds result in significantly larger homes than what was originally on the block. Fady assesses your specific block's development potential as part of the free feasibility consultation.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t

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It depends on whether the specific property is heritage-listed or within a heritage overlay that restricts demolition. Many Canberra suburbs have heritage precincts, but not every home within them is restricted. Sync checks heritage status as part of the initial feasibility assessment \u2014 before you commit to anything. Some heritage-adjacent blocks can still be demolished; others cannot.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t

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This is a question for your lender or mortgage broker \u2014 not a builder. Construction loans for knockdown rebuilds work differently from standard mortgages \u2014 they are typically drawn down in progressive stages. Some lenders require the demolition to be complete before construction finance is released. Sync recommends speaking with your lender and a mortgage broker experienced in construction finance before committing to the project. We can recommend brokers we have worked with if helpful.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t

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It depends on your specific home and goals. As a general guide: if the existing structure has significant problems (major asbestos, subsidence, poor orientation, or needs to be almost entirely rebuilt), a knockdown rebuild is usually more cost-effective. If the structure is sound and the block's orientation and footprint work, an extension and renovation may be the better value path. Fady will give you an honest assessment of which route makes more sense for your specific situation \u2014 even if that recommendation is \"don't knock it down.\"<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n<\/a>\n\n<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n

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Tell us about your block and your existing home. Fady will call you within 24 hours to arrange a free, no-obligation consultation \u2014 covering feasibility, asbestos considerations, approvals, and realistic costs.<\/p>\n\t\t

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