5 Reasons Why A Recession Is A Great Time To Renovate!
With mortgage rates increasing, stubbornly high inflation and subdued business and consumer confidence, you may be wondering whether now is in fact a good time…
Making Renovations Run Smoothly: Our Project Management Secret!
Renovations require a lot of project management and still don’t always go to plan. Some projects go off without a hitch, while others are delayed…
Fixed-Price v Charge-Up:Choosing Your Renovation Building Contract
You’re facing a dilemma – do you undertake your home renovation under a fixed-price or a charge-up building contract? There’s one thing everyone knows about…
Is Your Renovation Budget Realistic?
What you need to know first If you’re dreaming of a transforming your home, the renovation costs will almost certainly be on your mind. Even…
Contingency Planning: Expecting The Unexpected
When you’re renovating, unexpected costs are not really unexpected. The majority of projects involve some sort of unforeseen problem or added expense. It’s just the…
What Variations Can I Expect On My Renovation?
Even a good renovation project that has been meticulously planned, with detailed drawings, accurate quotes, and a carefully considered building strategy can incur variations. No…
“Free” Quotes – Why You Can’t Trust Them
You’ve decided to renovate your home and embarked on your journey to find the right builder. Perhaps you have some plans drawn up already…
Renovation Realities: When Your Plan Hits A Snag
Renovations don’t always go to plan. In fact, more often than not, we hit at least one roadblock during a renovation project. In Auckland, unexpected rock and…
