Knockdown & Rebuild - GA - Kingsbridge Homes

Brand new house, same neighbourhood.

Your essential guide to continuing with your community in a brand-new home.

With our knockdown rebuild service, Kingsbridge Homes can build your dream home on your existing block. Starting afresh on your own land has numerous benefits such as increasing the value of your land, avoiding costly real estate fees and stamp duty, you’ll be able to live in a new modern more energy-efficient home and you can enjoy peace of mind with a 10-year structural guarantee.

Our straightforward process outlined below details all elements from the initial decision-making stages, including the demolition and removal of the existing house, right through to moving into your newly built home.

Demolishing your existing house

It is recommended that you gain at least 3 quotes for demolition of your existing property but do not knock down the house until Kingsbridge informs you.

1. Asbestos Removal

You will need to provide the Asbestos Register and Clearance reports when available to Kingsbridge.
Make sure you are asking the demolition companies if this is a service they can provide as this would be an ideal company to engage.

2. Demolition Permit

You will need to provide the demolition permit when available to Kingsbridge.

3. Removal of Trees

Some trees will need council approval to remove and may require a licenced Arborist to report on the trees.

4. Remove existing services

i.e. gas, sewer, stormwater, telecommunications and power to be abolished back to the authorities points of discharge. If your property is missing a service i.e. sewer or stormwater you will be responsible for installation.

5. Water & Electricity Pits

Disconnect water lines at the meter. Protect the water meter during demolition then install the electricity pit.

6. Asset Protection

You will need to provide the asset protection permit to Kingsbridge prior to demolition.

7. Pool (if applicable)

Provide specifications and location to Kingsbridge at Tender. Provide pool permit prior to installation. Provide pool permit prior to installation. Provide pool safety cover prior to construction.

8. Fencing

If the new garage is going to be 200mm off of the boundary, the fence will need to be removed by you in order to build the garage.
This wall can be used as the new fence in lieu of replacing with timber/ Colorbond.

Frequently asked questions.

I want to install a pool before starting the build, what is the process?

Installing a pool prior to site start is common due to the amount of access saving much needed funds.You will need to provide size and location detail of the pool prior to Tender appointment so that it will not impede the location of the home and once the shell is installed cover the pool with an approved pool cover from Buildsafe.

If everything goes well how long from demolishing the house will the build begin?

Generally within 6 weeks.

What if my neighbour doesn’t want me to remove the fence for my future garage?

We may need to think about amending the placement of your new home or revisiting design to avoid any issues. Generally speaking though if you provide a security for your neighbour i.e. temporarily relocating their side gate, provide temporary fencing to the gap and cover with shade cloth.

How long will it take all up to abolish my services and have it ready to demolish?

Allow 8 weeks all up, but generally 2 weeks for applications and 4 weeks to abolish.

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From our very first experience with a Kingsbridge employee we made the decision that they were the builder for us. Great service, along with awesome house designs that met the needs of our family and excellent value for money made making the decision to build the Rochester 26 easy. Rajan (New home consultant) was an absolute gentleman and professional while taking us on a tour of the display homes. He listened to our needs and made sure we chose the right house for our family of five. Thank you Raj ! Vanessa (Contract administrator) was helpful, patient and a constant reassurance to this home building newbie! Her emails and phone calls answered ALL of my (many & varied) questions more than adequately. Vanessa handled our requests for variations and explanations like a true professional. Vanessa you are an absolute sunshiney loveheart-eyed emoji !! Pete (Site manager) was professional, patient and more than accommodating when it came to the actual build. His phone calls and photos regarding the build progress were a great tool to keep us updated and involved. Pete also managed to complete the build ahead of schedule which was a wonderful bonus! Thank you so much Pete! I can confidently recommend Kingsbridge as the company that you should chose to build your dream home. I have three words for you: BUILD WITH KINGSBRIDGE!

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