Your local renovation and extension builder in Kiama!
If you are looking to renovate in beautiful Kiama, Shellharbour, and the surrounding South Coast areas, you can’t go past Smith & Sons Kiama. We are your local, quality builders specialising in high-end home renovations and extensions tailored to your lifestyle.
Smith & Sons Kiama is owned and managed by local builder Terry Douglas and his family. They are proud to have grown the business by building a culture that is open, honest, and service-driven. With over 30 years of building knowledge and localised expertise, the team helps you design, plan, and construct your dream home.
Why Choose Us for Your Home Renovations in Kiama?
Our dedicated team possesses the skills to successfully bring your renovation dream to life. Our main goal is to ensure that your renovation is a stress-free experience. As a professional building company, we manage everything from the initial sketch to the final nail.
What makes us stand out is our full-service approach. We are dedicated to working with you from conception to construction completion, coordinating and communicating every step of the way. Whether you are looking for a
Our 3-Step Project Methodology
Using our established project methodology, we manage the process in three simple phases:
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Design: Conceptualising your vision.
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Plans: Handling engineering and local council approvals.
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Construction: Bringing the plans to life with quality craftsmanship.
Rather than separately employing an architect, engineer, and builder, we manage the entire process, including obtaining appropriate building consents from start to finish.
Call Smith & Sons Kiama today to start your renovation journey with a team that cares.
Phone: (02) 4233 2546
Email: kiama@smithandsons.com.au
Let Smith & Sons Kiama create the best home to suit you and your lifestyle.
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Local builder Terry Douglas and his family are the heart of Smith & Sons Kiama. Raised in the Illawarra, Terry and his family are passionate about supporting the local community and, wherever possible, work with trusted local contractors and suppliers.
With over 30 years of building experience and strong local knowledge, the Smith & Sons Kiama team is well placed to help you design, plan, and build your home renovation or extension.
There are a couple of things we think you should know about us. We genuinely love what we do, and most importantly, we love renovating. Nothing beats seeing our clients’ smiles when they experience the transformation of their home. We also respect you and your home every step of the way.
During your renovation, we aim to minimise disruption by using only approved tradespeople and keeping you informed about who will be working in and around your home. After all, it’s your home, and we treat it with the care and respect it deserves.
The Illawarra South Coast region is a fantastic place to live with all suburbs having easy access to our beautiful leisure coast lifestyle. You can be enjoying the beach one minute and driving through the escarpment rainforest the next. Kiama & Shellharbour region is known for its unique coastal lifestyle. Smith & Sons Kiama is proud to offer renovation services in Kiama, Shellharbour and surrounding suburbs.
Smith & Sons Kiama has carried out renovations and building works across Kiama, Shellharbour and the Illawarra region. We enjoy improving properties for owners of all types of homes so whether you are looking for a single storey renovation or extension, a complete home renovation, a modern townhouse alteration or a 2nd storey addition, we are here to help you make the best of your most valuable financial asset – from the first stage of refining your ideas into a workable design through to construction completion – on time and to budget.
We only do renovations and extensions and we do them well. For a renovation design and build, you know you can trust the experts at Smith & Sons Kiama.
We service: Tongarra, Calderwood, Albion Park, Oak Flats, Warilla, Shellharbour City Centre, Shellharbour, Jamberoo, Bombo, Kiama, Minnamurra, Gerringong, Foxground, Budderoo and more!
Our Services
Home Extensions: A home extension is a great way to add space and value to your home without having to go through the stress and expense of moving house. It involves expanding your home by building additional rooms or extending existing ones. Home extensions can range from the edition of a single room to a more complex project, such as adding a second storey. With the help of our professional builders, we can create a custom design that meets your needs and reflects your personal style, all while enhancing the functionality and value of your home.
Second Storey Additions: A second storey addition is a popular way to add extra living space to your home. It involves adding a new level on top of your existing home, creating additional bedrooms, bathrooms, or living areas. If you love where you live, a second storey addition is a great solution for your family that has outgrown their current lowset home. It can also be a cost-effective alternative to moving to a larger home in a more expensive area. With our help, you can design a custom second storey addition that complements your existing home and meets your specific requirements and budget.
Home Makeover Projects: Our expert team specialise in complete home makeovers that transform your home into a beautiful and functional living space. From small-scale renovations to complete interior and exterior overhauls, we can help you achieve your home renovation dreams. Our team of skilled professionals will work with you to create a custom design that meets your needs and style.
Kitchens: We believe that your kitchen is the heart of every home. A kitchen renovation can range from a simple update with new cabinetry, benchtops and fixtures through to a complete redesign that completely transforms the space.
Bathroom and Laundries: Dreamt of a bath to relax in after a long day at work? One of our most popular renovation projects, let us help you create a bathroom or laundry renovation that’s functional and refreshing.
Granny Flats and Garage Conversions: A cost effective and great renovation solution to add value and space to your home without the expenses of moving.
Garages: Looking to transform your garage into a functional, yet stylish space for your vehicles or add storage, workspace, or even a man cave? We can help you maximise your garage space.
Decks and Outdoor Extensions: The outdoor space is an extension of your home. We specialise in creating custom outdoor decks and extensions that help you maximize your outdoor living space and enhance your outdoor lifestyle.
Knock-Down Rebuilds: Our experienced team will work with you to design a custom home that reflects your unique style, requirements, and budget. From obtaining council approvals to final inspections, we'll manage every step of the process to ensure that your new home is safe, efficient, and completed on time.
Commercial: We offer a range of commercial construction services that help businesses achieve their goals. From small office renovations to large commercial builds, we have the expertise to deliver high-quality results.
Unit Renovations: Thinking of a renovation on your unit or apartment? We offer unit renovation services that are customised to your needs, preferences, and financial plan outcomes that amplify the potential of your unit.
Re-Cladding: Update and improve the exterior of your home with confidence. You can trust us to deliver a re-cladding result that not only looks great but also protects your home from the elements.
What Is The DPC?
Are you considering a major home renovation? Smith & Sons Kiama offer a unique DPC process that can help you achieve your goals. DPC stands for Design, Plan and Construct, it is a thorough three-step process that has been developed by Smith & Sons specifically for large-scale home renovation projects. With DPC, our team works closely with you throughout each phase, from design, planning and construction, ensuring a seamless and collaborative experience along the entire journey. More details on each component below.
Design
The design phase marks the beginning of your home transformation. It's where our builders will first connect with you to discuss the changes you would like to make. Regardless of whether you have a few ideas in mind or are starting from scratch with no idea where to start, our experienced team is here to guide you. Drawing on years of building experience, we work together with you to create a custom design that caters to your specific needs, lifestyle, budget, and timelines. As design and build specialists, we don't require any prior plans before our initial meeting. During this stage, we'll provide you with expert advice on the range of options available to achieve your dream home. If you're considering a home renovation all you need to do is contact us and we'll take care of the rest.
Plan
After collaborating with our builders and finalising your design in the design stage, we move on to stage two – planning your home transformation! Our planning stage includes obtaining all required permits and ensuring compliance with local regulations to prevent any unexpected issues during the construction phase to ensure a smooth renovation process. After all the details have been taken care of, we move on to the most exciting part of the process, where construction finally begins!
Construct
Get ready to say goodbye to the old and welcome to the new! Our builders are here to make your dream home a reality. We understand that home renovations can be stressful, and during this phase communication is paramount. We will keep you informed every step of the way, and our builders are always available to answer your questions. Once construction is complete, it's time for the most rewarding part of the journey – handover. Our builders will guide you through the changes made and provide you with any other relevant information. It's time to sit back, relax, and enjoy your brand-new renovated home! With our team of experts by your side, building your renovation dreams has never been easier.