Finding The Right Builder To Extend And Renovate Your Home Can Be Challenging Because…
Many builders don’t know how to match your extension to your existing home -- especially when it comes to the external roofline and cladding (like brickwork), and internal transitional elements (like tiles, architraves and doorways). The result is an extension that looks awkward and out of place.
Other builders don’t know how to optimise the design for maximum useable space – so you end up needlessly overspending for a renovation that doesn’t suit your lifestyle needs or aesthetic preferences. The result is an expensive rabbit warren of unusable hallways and corners.
And most builders struggle to deliver the quality workmanship you want (and are paying for) -- on time and on budget -- leaving you living in limbo for months, with thousands in unexpected expenses.
We’ve been helping homeowners transform their homes for over 20 years. Unlike most builders who are generalists (mainly building new homes), we specialise in extensions and renovations that transform old homes into spacious, comfortable modern homes.
While other renovation builders merely add an extension, we take great lengths to seamless blend your extension, so it honours the original character of your home and looks like it’s always belonged. This includes matching bricks, cladding, tiles and architraves (even sourcing second hand). And paying particular attention to ensure the roofline is fully integrated.
And unlike most renovation builders who merely refresh your current space (e.g. updating cupboards and benchtops etc.), we take a holistic approach by assessing your entire home and offering suggestions to optimise the floorplan to meet your ultimate vision.
We’ve been helping homeowners transform their homes for over 20 years. Unlike most builders who are generalists (mainly building new homes), we specialise in extensions and renovations that transform old homes into spacious, comfortable modern homes.
While other renovation builders merely add an extension, we take great lengths to seamless blend your extension, so it honours the original character of your home and looks like it’s always belonged. This includes matching bricks, cladding, tiles and architraves (even sourcing second hand). And paying particular attention to ensure the roofline is fully integrated.
And unlike most renovation builders who merely refresh your current space (e.g. updating cupboards and benchtops etc.), we take a holistic approach by assessing your entire home and offering suggestions to optimise the floorplan to meet your ultimate vision.
Some Inner Eastern Suburb homeowners already have architectural plans (or detailed design ideas) and are ready for a construction price. And we’re glad to help. But before we punch away on our calculator, we like to carry out a comprehensive Buildability Assessment to ensure your plan:
Matches your ultimate vision
Optimises internal floorspace (with minimum lost to hallways and corners)
Honours and enhances the original character of your home
Integrates seamlessly with your original home (so it looks natural)
Is optimised for cost-effective to construction
Adds more value to your property than it costs to build
As specialist extension and renovation builders with 20 years of experience transforming homes, we often spot extra opportunities to enhance your plan to get an even better outcome for a lower investment. We’re glad to share this knowledge with our clients before providing an honest fixed construction price.
Some Inner Eastern Suburb homeowners already have architectural plans (or detailed design ideas) and are ready for a construction price. And we’re glad to help. But before we punch away on our calculator, we like to carry out a comprehensive Buildability Assessment to ensure your plan:
Matches your ultimate vision
Optimises internal floorspace (with minimum lost to hallways and corners)
Honours and enhances the original character of your home
Integrates seamlessly with your original home (so it looks natural)
Is optimised for cost-effective to construction
Adds more value to your property than it costs to build
As specialist extension and renovation builders with 20 years of experience transforming homes, we often spot extra opportunities to enhance your plan to get an even better outcome for a lower investment. We’re glad to share this knowledge with our clients before providing an honest fixed construction price.
We feel honoured to have helped more than 54 Inner Easter Suburbs homeowners transform their homes through extensions and renovations since 2005. Here’s what some of them say about their transformed homes (and their experience with Eastern Extensions):
We had Eastern Extensions construct a 3-room studio in our backyard. Brad and his team were great to deal with and always easy to talk to. As someone that had little to no experience with a renovation, I had loads of questions and never felt that I had an issue having them addressed. The standard of the work was awesome, and we have had so many comments on what a great job it was. Everyone was friendly and punctual and even made my troublesome labrador feel welcome on the site. I would highly recommend them to anyone and will certainly be employing their
services for other builds around the property
Ken Taylor
Brad and his team at eastern extensions were a great help with our internal renovations. They worked weekends to ensure it finished on time. He was flexible and responsive to the challenges faced throughout and it was refreshing to receive a quote that was realistic and accurate. Definitely a reliable choice, with ability to fulfil multiple requirements whilst always eager to offer assistance and advice.
Zhenhai Gu
I was nervous to go out in search for a builder. But when it came time to building our extension, I couldn’t have picked a better builder. Brad and the team at Eastern Extensions are so professional and caring and to my absolute surprise I found the whole construction process easy! I’ve heard the horror stories, and I just cannot recommend these guys enough! They’re experts at this and they’ve got the entire process working like a well-oiled machine. It was a huge relief, and our extension is stunning! Thanks, Eastern
Tim Broderick
These guys are brilliant! They managed the whole build with what seemed like no effort. Every issue was dealt with immediately and politely. I never once questioned any stage of the build because I knew everything that was happening 24/7 with their online system. It’s brilliant. I knew exactly when the tradies were going to be on site, I knew exactly where we were up to at every single stage. I had constant communication and the whole system they use just made it easy. Even the job site was always kept clean and safe. I would definitely recommend this company all day every day.
Jane McCure
We had Eastern Extensions construct a 3-room studio in our backyard. Brad and his team were great to deal with and always easy to talk to. As someone that had little to no experience with a renovation, I had loads of questions and never felt that I had an issue having them addressed. The standard of the work was awesome, and we have had so many comments on what a great job it was. Everyone was friendly and punctual and even made my troublesome labrador feel welcome on the site. I would highly recommend them to anyone and will certainly be employing their
services for other builds around the property
Ken Taylor
Brad and his team at eastern extensions were a great help with our internal renovations. They worked weekends to ensure it finished on time. He was flexible and responsive to the challenges faced throughout and it was refreshing to receive a quote that was realistic and accurate. Definitely a reliable choice, with ability to fulfil multiple requirements whilst always eager to offer assistance and advice.
Zhenhai Gu
I was nervous to go out in search for a builder. But when it came time to building our extension, I couldn’t have picked a better builder. Brad and the team at Eastern Extensions are so professional and caring and to my absolute surprise I found the whole construction process easy! I’ve heard the horror stories, and I just cannot recommend these guys enough! They’re experts at this and they’ve got the entire process working like a well-oiled machine. It was a huge relief, and our extension is stunning! Thanks, Eastern
Tim Broderick
These guys are brilliant! They managed the whole build with what seemed like no effort. Every issue was dealt with immediately and politely. I never once questioned any stage of the build because I knew everything that was happening 24/7 with their online system. It’s brilliant. I knew exactly when the tradies were going to be on site, I knew exactly where we were up to at every single stage. I had constant communication and the whole system they use just made it easy. Even the job site was always kept clean and safe. I would definitely recommend this company all day every day.
Jane McCure
With so many builders advertising extension and renovation services, it can be time-consuming and confusing to compare all your options. But with so much on the line (including design regrets, defects, delays, and added expenses), it’s a decision you want to get right.
This table highlights just some of the differences between Eastern Extensions and other options, so you can make an informed decision about who will be the best builder to transform your home.
- Scope Of Renovation
- Renovation Experience
- Design Integration
- Floorplan Optimisation
- Carpenters
- Workmanship
- Pricing
- Schedule
- Client Experience
- Client Focus
- Qualifications
- Company Stability
Most Builders
- Scope Of RenovationOften just a surface-level refresh (or ‘bolting on’ an extension), but keeping the same floorplan
- Renovation ExperienceVariable and often overstated
- Design IntegrationRarely considered. Too often looks like an awkward afterthought
- Floorplan OptimisationRarely considered. Mostly just a facelift of current space (e.g. new cupboards and benchtops)
- CarpentersExternal Sub-Contractors who vary in skill and commitment
- WorkmanshipHit and miss depending on individual skills and commitment, and company monitoring
- PricingOften underquoted (to get job) with variations that increase the overall cost by thousands
- ScheduleOften disorganised and late, leaving you living in limbo (in a construction zone or with added rent and mortgage expenses)
- Client ExperienceOften frustrating with lack of communication that leads to stress and doubts
- Client FocusOften torn between too many jobs, leading to delays, defects, and disappointing client experience and result
- QualificationsTheory (often lacking a formal trade qualification or limited to one trade)
- Company StabilityVariable (as demonstrated by constant foreclosures in the industry)
Eastern Extension
- Scope Of RenovationHolistic approach that assesses your entire floorplan and provides options to not merely refresh your house but transform it into the home you’ve always wanted
- Renovation Experience20 years
- Design IntegrationSeamlessly blended (with matching materials) to honour the original character and enhance the overall result
- Floorplan OptimisationHolistic assessment, with suggestions to maximise useable space and deliver your ultimate vision
- CarpentersIn-House Staff (trained to exacting company standards)
- WorkmanshipThe highest quality – achieved through hand-picked craftspeople who are meticulously monitored by the owner
- PricingFixed price so you can have absolute certainty with no surprises
- ScheduleMeticulously planned and executed to finish on time (with compensation payment for every day over schedule)
- Client ExperienceEnjoyable with constant communication and your own login to our Project Management Portal so you know exactly what’s happening
- Client FocusWe accept a limited number of projects per year so we can give each one the full attention it deserves
- QualificationsTheory (Building Diploma) + Practical (Carpenter and Multi-Trade) + Instructor (Certified TAFE Instructor)
- Company StabilityRock solid reputation underpinned by disciplined financial position and comprehensive insurances
With so many builders advertising extension and renovation services, it can be time-consuming and confusing to compare all your options. But with so much on the line (including design regrets, defects, delays, and added expenses), it’s a decision you want to get right.
This table highlights just some of the differences between Eastern Extensions and other options, so you can make an informed decision about who will be the best builder to transform your home.
- Scope Of Renovation
- Renovation Experience
- Design Integration
- Floorplan Optimisation
- Carpenters
- Workmanship
- Pricing
- Schedule
- Client Experience
- Client Focus
- Qualifications
- Company Stability
Most Builders
- Scope Of RenovationOften just a surface-level refresh (or ‘bolting on’ an extension), but keeping the same floorplan
- Renovation ExperienceVariable and often overstated
- Design IntegrationRarely considered. Too often looks like an awkward afterthought
- Floorplan OptimisationRarely considered. Mostly just a facelift of current space (e.g. new cupboards and benchtops)
- CarpentersExternal Sub-Contractors who vary in skill and commitment
- WorkmanshipHit and miss depending on individual skills and commitment, and company monitoring
- PricingOften underquoted (to get job) with variations that increase the overall cost by thousands
- ScheduleOften disorganised and late, leaving you living in limbo (in a construction zone or with added rent and mortgage expenses)
- Client ExperienceOften frustrating with lack of communication that leads to stress and doubts
- Client FocusOften torn between too many jobs, leading to delays, defects, and disappointing client experience and result
- QualificationsTheory (often lacking a formal trade qualification or limited to one trade)
- Company StabilityVariable (as demonstrated by constant foreclosures in the industry)
Eastern Extension
- Scope Of RenovationHolistic approach that assesses your entire floorplan and provides options to not merely refresh your house but transform it into the home you’ve always wanted
- Renovation Experience20 years
- Design IntegrationSeamlessly blended (with matching materials) to honour the original character and enhance the overall result
- Floorplan OptimisationHolistic assessment, with suggestions to maximise useable space and deliver your ultimate vision
- CarpentersIn-House Staff (trained to exacting company standards)
- WorkmanshipThe highest quality – achieved through hand-picked craftspeople who are meticulously monitored by the owner
- PricingFixed price so you can have absolute certainty with no surprises
- ScheduleMeticulously planned and executed to finish on time (with compensation payment for every day over schedule)
- Client ExperienceEnjoyable with constant communication and your own login to our Project Management Portal so you know exactly what’s happening
- Client FocusWe accept a limited number of projects per year so we can give each one the full attention it deserves
- QualificationsTheory (Building Diploma) + Practical (Carpenter and Multi-Trade) + Instructor (Certified TAFE Instructor)
- Company StabilityRock solid reputation underpinned by disciplined financial position and comprehensive insurances
With so many builders advertising extension and renovation services, it can be time-consuming and confusing to compare all your options. But with so much on the line (including design regrets, defects, delays, and added expenses), it’s a decision you want to get right.
This table highlights just some of the differences between Eastern Extensions and other options, so you can make an informed decision about who will be the best builder to transform your home.
- Scope Of Renovation
- Renovation Experience
- Design Integration
- Floorplan Optimisation
- Carpenters
- Workmanship
- Pricing
- Schedule
- Client Experience
- Client Focus
- Qualifications
- Company Stability
Most Builders
- Scope Of RenovationOften just a surface-level refresh (or ‘bolting on’ an extension), but keeping the same floorplan
- Renovation ExperienceVariable and often overstated
- Design IntegrationRarely considered. Too often looks like an awkward afterthought
- Floorplan OptimisationRarely considered. Mostly just a facelift of current space (e.g. new cupboards and benchtops)
- CarpentersExternal Sub-Contractors who vary in skill and commitment
- WorkmanshipHit and miss depending on individual skills and commitment, and company monitoring
- PricingOften underquoted (to get job) with variations that increase the overall cost by thousands
- ScheduleOften disorganised and late, leaving you living in limbo (in a construction zone or with added rent and mortgage expenses)
- Client ExperienceOften frustrating with lack of communication that leads to stress and doubts
- Client FocusOften torn between too many jobs, leading to delays, defects, and disappointing client experience and result
- QualificationsTheory (often lacking a formal trade qualification or limited to one trade)
- Company StabilityVariable (as demonstrated by constant foreclosures in the industry)
Eastern Extension
- Scope Of RenovationHolistic approach that assesses your entire floorplan and provides options to not merely refresh your house but transform it into the home you’ve always wanted
- Renovation Experience20 years
- Design IntegrationSeamlessly blended (with matching materials) to honour the original character and enhance the overall result
- Floorplan OptimisationHolistic assessment, with suggestions to maximise useable space and deliver your ultimate vision
- CarpentersIn-House Staff (trained to exacting company standards)
- WorkmanshipThe highest quality – achieved through hand-picked craftspeople who are meticulously monitored by the owner
- PricingFixed price so you can have absolute certainty with no surprises
- ScheduleMeticulously planned and executed to finish on time (with compensation payment for every day over schedule)
- Client ExperienceEnjoyable with constant communication and your own login to our Project Management Portal so you know exactly what’s happening
- Client FocusWe accept a limited number of projects per year so we can give each one the full attention it deserves
- QualificationsTheory (Building Diploma) + Practical (Carpenter and Multi-Trade) + Instructor (Certified TAFE Instructor)
- Company StabilityRock solid reputation underpinned by disciplined financial position and comprehensive insurances
With so many builders advertising extension and renovation design services, it can be time-consuming and confusing to compare all your options. But with so much on the line (including design regrets, defects, delays, and added expenses), it’s a decision you want to get right.
This table highlights just some of the differences between Eastern Extensions and other options, so you can make an informed decision about who will be the best builder to transform your home.
Scope Of Renovation
Most Builders
Often just a surface-level refresh (or ‘bolting on’ an extension), but keeping the same floorplan.
Eastern Extension
Holistic approach that assesses your entire floorplan and provides options to not merely refresh your house but transform it into the home you’ve always wanted.
Renovation Experience
Most Builders
Variable and often overstated.
Eastern Extension
20 years
Design Integration
Most Builders
Rarely considered. Too often looks like an awkward afterthought.
Eastern Extension
Seamlessly blended (with matching materials) to honour the original character and enhance the overall result.
Floorplan Optimisation
Most Builders
Rarely considered. Mostly just a facelift of current space (e.g. new cupboards and benchtops).
Eastern Extension
Holistic assessment, with suggestions to maximise useable space and deliver your ultimate vision.
Carpenters
Most Builders
External Sub-Contractors who vary in skill and commitment.
Eastern Extension
In-House Staff (trained to exacting company standards).
Workmanship
Most Builders
Hit and miss depending on individual skills and commitment, and company monitoring.
Eastern Extension
The highest quality – achieved through hand-picked craftspeople who are meticulously monitored by the owner.
Pricing
Most Builders
Often underquoted (to get job) with variations that increase the overall cost by thousands.
Eastern Extension
Fixed price so you can have absolute certainty with no surprises.
Schedule
Most Builders
Often disorganised and late, leaving you living in limbo (in a construction zone or with added rent and mortgage expenses).
Eastern Extension
Meticulously planned and executed to finish on time (with compensation payment for every day over schedule).
Client Experience
Most Builders
Often frustrating with lack of communication that leads to stress and doubts.
Eastern Extension
Enjoyable with constant communication and your own login to our Project Management Portal so you know exactly what’s happening.
Client Focus
Most Builders
Often torn between too many jobs, leading to delays, defects, and disappointing client experience and result.
Eastern Extension
We accept a limited number of projects per year so we can give each one the full attention it deserves.
Qualifications
Most Builders
Theory (often lacking a formal trade qualification or limited to one trade).
Eastern Extension
Theory (Building Diploma) + Practical (Carpenter and Multi-Trade) + Instructor (Certified TAFE Instructor).
Company Stability
Most Builders
Variable (as demonstrated by constant foreclosures in the industry).
Eastern Extension
Rock solid reputation underpinned by disciplined financial position and comprehensive insurances.
If you already have architectural plans, we’d be glad to give you a Buildability Assessment and advice on the best way to execute your extension and renovation (including a fixed price).
Or if you’re weighing up your design options, we’d be glad to help you clarify and refine your ideas, so they optimise useable space and integrate with your existing home – honouring and enhancing the original character.
In any case, we look forward to helping you transform your house into the home you’ve always wanted.