Finding land where you want to build can be incredibly challenging. Ocean views are scarce, and central city sections are even rarer. But if you already own or have purchased a property in a great location, a knockdown and rebuild could be the perfect solution.
Whether you’re replacing your current home or redeveloping a property, a knockdown and rebuild gives you all the advantages of a brand-new, energy-efficient home — designed specifically for your needs, and in the neighbourhood you love.
Often simpler and more cost-effective than large-scale renovations, rebuilding on an existing site gives you the freedom to create a home that truly suits your lifestyle, without compromising on design, functionality, or comfort.
The process is similar to a standard design and build project, with the addition of a few key steps to assess the scope and cost of demolition. Here’s what people often ask when considering a knockdown and rebuild:
In most cases, consent isn’t required for demolition. Lockwood will carry out a thorough site investigation and check any council-specific rules or limitations. If any approvals are needed, we’ll manage the process for you.
Demolition costs can vary depending on the size, construction materials, and location of the existing home. As a guide, it usually ranges between $15,000 and $30,000. If we suspect the presence of asbestos, we’ll organise a specialist report and provide a quote for its safe removal.
You may also have the option to sell and remove the existing home as a relocatable home, putting some money back into your pocket. We can put you in touch with reputable house removal companies that can assess this option for you.
We partner with trusted, experienced demolition contractors who know how to take down homes safely and efficiently. If there are items you would like to keep or re-use in your new home, that is possible too.
The demolition itself usually takes just a couple of weeks. We coordinate this phase to minimise any impact on your overall build timeline.
At Lockwood, we take care of the entire process from start to finish — from feasibility to design and demolition, through to the final build and handover. Our experienced team makes the journey smooth and stress-free, so you can focus on the exciting part: creating a home that’s uniquely yours.
The result? A warm, healthy, low-maintenance Lockwood home in a location you already love, built to last for generations.