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It’s a sad fact, but many renovation projects involving home additions in Sydney end up going over budget. Even the best-laid plans can go awry and can add to the costs even if you have been sensible and allocated a generous contingency fund.  There are a number of hidden costs which many renovators simply don’t consider, so to avoid your building project suffering the same fate, don’t forget to factor in these six renovation expenses.  1.        Rubbish Disposal  You may think that we can’t catch you out on this one as you’ve already factored in the rate for a skip to take away the rubbish at the end of your project. But do you really know how much rubbish you’re going to create?  Most projects, especially large ones such as a house addition in Sydney generate significant amounts of rubbish that will need to be disposed of safely. So, it may be prudent to budget for collections at strategic points throughout th...

Choosing to extend your property can be a costly business. As we all know, home extensions in Sydney don’t come cheap, so it can be tempting to skip the step of hiring an architect to draw up the plans, especially if your contractor offers an in-house design service.  Hiring an Architect In many instances, it’s necessary to hire an architect, especially if you’re planning a complicated project on a challenging site or if the council requires that you use an architect. Architects have the ability to utilise clever designs on awkward sites to maximise your new space. In addition, they’re usually able to get their plans through the council more easily, especially when dealing with extensions on traditional homes which need to be sympathetically designed and built to blend in with the original building. Furthermore, only architects are qualified to administer building contracts and by law, must carry PI insurance. This makes them the best choice for anyone planning ...