Behind the Build
Honest insights, expert advice, and real project stories from Dreamline Homes.
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
Why renovation projects fail — and how the right builder prevents it.
Renovation failures rarely happen by accident. Most blowouts, delays and frustrations come from avoidable issues — unclear scope, vague quotes, poor project management and weak communication. For families renovating in Melbourne’s north-east, the right builder can prevent these failures entirely. Here’s how to recognise the risks early and what a reliable, experienced local builder does differently.
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