Hello, I am looking for some advice from experts on how to go about the home renovation in NSW and expected cost.
Reno includes bathroom, Kitchen, floor and paint work. (Basic accessories)
I’m not sure should I go with one builder for all or hire individual expert in area. Obviously trying not to over pay for the services. This will be my first home and renovation experience. Appreciate any guidance and recommendations.
Thank you.
Totally depends on what kind of materials you select, the quality or level of finish you prefer, and the size of the room/house.
Bathroom renovation = maybe $5k for a basic budget update that you mostly do yourself….. up to maybe about $65k for a huge, luxury bathroom with all the options. We spent about $14k for a small bathroom with walk-in shower, floor-mounted vanity, and wall-to-ceiling tiles.
Kitchen = maybe $15-$20k for a demolition and basic Bunnings or IKEA kitchen up to…I have no idea because I'm not rich enough to even think about it.
The cost could go up a bit if you need to have plumbers, electricians or waterproofers coming in multiple times.
The cost of the floor will depend on whether you want tiles or composite timber flooring, etc. Tiling is probably quite a bit more expensive.
Painting is fairly cheap if you do it yourself, although it would hard work if you have a big house.
Your total budget will dictate which path you take. Are you happy to share that?
Do you have any DIY skills and time to do some work yourself? Labour will be the largest expense*.
*Probably
The way I look at it is that a builder would have already vetted his trades. He has good ones he knows to call upon, he knows their strengths and weaknesses. You don't. You will call around and hopefully get lucky with a good tradie who cares about something being straight. A builder will also (hopefully) be the person in the middle and will be able to resolve issues and come up with solutions rather than trusting the words of one tradie who might just take you for a spin.
Depends on how discerning you are and the purpose/lifespan of your reno. If you're intending to flip then value for money is key. If you're planning to live in and enjoy youself, engage the top shelf tradies that work with specialist bathroom & kitchen reno people. There are just so many mediocre tradies desperate to work with you.
Get 3 quotes on all trades, busy ones will just rip you off with high prices in the chance you are too lazy to quote.
If you have the time, source your own tradies. If not, use builder