Knockdown Rebuild Melbourne

The first step in your knockdown rebuild journey is a simple conversation. An SJD Homes specialist will sit down with you to understand your goals, your block of land and your budget.

From this first meeting, our expert team provides advice tailored to your site and explains the construction process step of the way.

When you design your home with SJD Homes, you can choose from pre-designed floorplans or take a custom design approach if your block calls for it.

Whether you prefer the simplicity of a single storey or the space of a double storey, each design can be adapted.

A more sustainable, energy-efficient home starts in design. We’ll optimise orientation, daylight and cross-ventilation, then apply passive design options that improve thermal performance, including airtightness and draught sealing, where selected.

You’ll also be invited to tour display homes and visit the SJD Homes Inspirations Studio to explore finishes, fixtures, and upgrades.

Before moving forward, SJD Homes arranges a detailed site appraisal covering all site-specific considerations, a physical site inspection and soil test that confirms ground conditions, existing structures, service connections, and build access.

If results indicate reactive soil, we flag it early because it can affect footing design and site works.

Based on these results, we provide an initial budget estimate so you have clarity before moving to tender.

From engineering reports to permit documentation, SJD Homes helps coordinate the approvals pathway with your local council. We’ll guide you through the council requirements across relevant Melbourne councils, including planning permit requirements where needed, and manage the steps leading into the building permit process.

We also help check key constraints early, such as title search items (for example, an easement) and planning controls, so your design, documentation and permit pathway stay aligned.

At this stage, you’ll provide proof of land ownership (such as a rates notice) and secure unconditional construction loan approval to keep the project moving.

Once site reports and soil tests are commissioned, typically under a preliminary works agreement that covers pre-construction costs before a full building contract is signed. SJD Homes presents your fixed-price tender, covering site costs, inclusions and allowances based on your block and soil conditions.

After reviewing with our expert team, you’ll sign your building contract, locking in certainty before demolition and the rebuild begins.

SJD Homes assists with securing your demolition permit and recommends trusted demolition companies.

A licensed demolition contractor will safely complete demolition in line with council regulations, site safety requirements, and access conditions.

With demolition complete, SJD Homes prepares your block for construction. This includes clearing, levelling, and completing a follow-up soil test if needed.

Laying the foundations marks your official site start and the beginning of your new build journey.

Construction is where everything comes to life.

From slab to roof, your dedicated SJD Homes building supervisor manages trades, keeps work aligned to approvals, and ensures compliance with the building permit, with the goal of delivering a smooth build through to a turnkey build at handover.

We follow structured project management and quality assurance checks throughout the build. This includes the details that matter long term, like correct installation and inspection around waterproofing and key finishes.

You’ll receive regular updates from your Building Supervisor, direct check-ins and progress reports, so you always know where things stand.

For extra confidence, you can view our Build Quality Guarantee, including independent surveyor verification and inspection reporting across key stages.

Before practical completion and handover, SJD Homes will guide you through a final quality inspection to make sure every detail is right. Your building supervisor will then walk you through your brand-new home, explaining key features, maintenance tips, inclusions and next steps.

Finally, the best moment of all: receiving the keys.

On the same block you’ve always loved, you’ll step into a brand-new home designed just for you.

Your relationship with SJD Homes doesn’t end at handover. We provide a 3-month maintenance period to take care of any little issues, along with a structural guarantee backed by a 10-year structural new home warranty for lasting confidence.

You’ll have clear warranty and aftercare guidance, with ongoing support after move-in. If needed, we can provide project documentation on request, including public liability insurance and other relevant covers.