We understand that renovation is a broad topic which covers a wide spectrum of services. It may sound daunting to start off your first renovation or interior design project, but we are here to help. On this page are some commonly asked questions, answered by us.
Do you only do work in Auckland?
We have teams based in both Auckland and Queenstown.
Do you do commercial projects?
Yes, our scope of services includes both residential and commercial, and on top of renovations, we also offer staging and design services. We take on repair and maintenance jobs, too! If you are looking to refresh your commercial space, feel free to get in touch with us here. Or you can access our project gallery and take a look at our past commercial fit-outs here.
What happens if my renovation requires consent?
A renovation will generally require consent if it involves additions or alterations to the structure of a house, addition of new buildings, site works on decks above 1.5m height, site work relating to swimming pools, retaining walls and fences. The specific requirements in relation to building consent can be discussed with the council. If your project requires a consent in order to proceed, our design team will take care of it for you. However, projects requiring consent will take longer to complete, as the consent application and approval process can take up to a month depending on the work taking place and information required.
Do I get to select products myself?
You can choose products which you would like to use. We are not limited to only those on our supplier list!
Have you got options for ready-to-go packages?
Although we do not have ‘ready-to-go’ packages, we do offer a series of product selections in either a budget / standard / luxury category. The brands and products are catered specifically for each category, so that you can select from our existing range of products without worrying that you will go over budget. We can also create custom designs and sizes to achieve the result that you want.
I have a fit-out project in mind but I’m not sure what to do next.
Talk to a renovation specialist to get an idea of what your project may require. This can include time frames, design requirements and cost estimates. Once you’ve got a grasp of the details in relation to your renovation project, you can decide whether to proceed with a renovation company.
How do I decide what kind of renovation is necessary?
House renovations are not only to improve the aesthetics of the house, renovations are also required when there are issues in the house. This can be a result of poor weathertightness, structural unsoundness, peeling paint, mould etc. If you are happy with the current design and look of the house, you can always opt for a renovation solely focused on resolving underlying issues in the house. The most necessary renovation is the one which makes you satisfied.
What is the renovation order of a home renovation?
Most full house renovations generally start with the stripping and removal of existing parts. The remaining process goes in this order:
1. Structural work
2. Plumbing, heating, wiring, other fix work
3. Plastering, painting, flooring
4. Bathroom fit-out
5. Kitchen fit-out
6. Final finishes
Can I still make changes during the renovation process?
During the renovation process, you are able to make changes to products and materials as long as they have not been confirmed, approved and ordered. This will usually incur a variation in the contract, and may lead to price changes depending on the type of change. Although we recommend not to make too many changes once the site work has started, we do understand that making decisions is not always a breeze, so we do our best to cater for variations.
