Behind the Build

Honest insights, expert advice, and real project stories from Dreamline Homes.

Scott Hammond, Director of Dreamline Homes and Registered Builder; sitting at a desk with a notepad, pen, laptop, and office supplies, in a well-lit room with plantation shutters on the window.

Welcome to Behind the Build — a curated space where we share expert guidance, project deep-dives, and practical advice for homeowners navigating renovations, extensions, and heritage restorations in Melbourne. Whether you're mid-project or just starting to explore what’s possible, our goal is to help you feel informed, empowered, and inspired to take the next step.

Author: Scott Hammond

Registered Builder

What to Do When Your Builder Goes Bust: A Homeowner’s Guide to Recovery
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What to Do When Your Builder Goes Bust: A Homeowner’s Guide to Recovery

When a builder collapses mid-project, the financial and emotional toll is devastating. This guide explains exactly what to do in Victoria: from securing your site and making a Domestic Building Insurance claim, to choosing a trusted completion builder. At Dreamline Homes, we help families stabilise, assess, and rebuild with clarity, care, and fixed-price transparency.

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