Knockdown rebuild in Brisbane
Nailed It Creations handles knockdown rebuilds across Brisbane, replacing a home that is past its best with a brand-new one on the block you already love. We are a QBCC licensed, family-owned builder, and we manage the lot, from demolition and approvals through to a finished new home.
Keep the location, lose the old house
When you love where you live but the house no longer works, a knockdown rebuild gives you a brand-new home without giving up the street, the neighbours or the school catchment.
We take it from start to finish, the site assessment, demolition, design, engineering, approvals and the rebuild, so you have one builder accountable for the whole project.
Why build with Nailed It
- One builder from demolition to handover
- Honest advice on rebuild versus renovate
- Engineers, certifiers and approvals handled
- A fixed scope before you commit
What we handle
The whole project, so you are not juggling a demolisher, a designer and a builder.
Full knockdown rebuilds
Old home out, brand-new home in, one team.
Demolition coordination
We organise and manage the demolition.
Custom replacement homes
A new home designed for your block and life.
Site assessment and approvals
We check what the site allows and handle approvals.
Sloping and tricky sites
Engineering for blocks that need it.
Dual occupancy
Two dwellings where the site and rules allow.
How much does a knockdown rebuild cost in Brisbane?
A Brisbane knockdown rebuild generally starts around $400,000 for the new home, plus demolition of roughly $20,000 to $40,000.
The rebuild cost moves with the size, design and finishes of the new home, and the site itself can add cost if access is tight or the block slopes. We confirm it all in a fixed scope after the estimate stages.
Start a conversation| Scope | Indicative Brisbane range |
|---|---|
| Demolition (typical) | $20,000 - $40,000 |
| New home rebuild (from) | $400,000+ |
| Premium custom rebuild | $600,000+ |
| Sloping or complex sites | Quoted individually |
Indicative market guidance for Brisbane only, not a quote. Your final cost is confirmed in a fixed scope after the estimate stages.
A clear path, start to finish
We take you step by step, so building feels considered rather than stressful.
- 1
Enquiry
Tell us about the project. We send a short questionnaire so we understand the detail.
- 2
Budget estimate
Paid. Real numbers to work with, before anyone spends money on detailed design.
- 3
Design & estimate
Paid. Concept and design, then a detailed fixed-scope estimate before you commit.
- 4
Build & handover
Contract, engineering and approvals, construction, then practical completion.
Morningside custom home
A new single-level home on a difficult block. We built the site up and engineered it with around 55 piers at three metres deep.
View the projectKnockdown rebuild in Brisbane questions
The things Brisbane homeowners ask us most. Anything else, get in touch.
How much does a knockdown rebuild cost in Brisbane?
A Brisbane knockdown rebuild generally starts around $400,000 for the new home, plus demolition of roughly $20,000 to $40,000. The rebuild cost rises with size, design and finishes, and tricky sites can add to it. We confirm everything in a fixed scope after the estimate stages.
Is it cheaper to knock down and rebuild or renovate?
It depends on the home. If the existing structure is sound and the layout is worth keeping, renovating or extending can be better value. If the house is failing or the changes are extensive, a rebuild often makes more sense. We give you an honest view after seeing it.
How long does a knockdown rebuild take?
Allow roughly ten to fourteen months from demolition to handover, plus design and approvals beforehand. Demolition itself is quick, but approvals and the new build set the overall timeline, which we map out for you.
Do you handle demolition and approvals?
Yes. We coordinate the demolition and manage the engineering, certification and council approvals as part of the project, so you have one builder responsible from start to finish.
Can I knock down and rebuild on a sloping block?
Yes. Many Brisbane blocks slope, and we handle the engineering and design needed to rebuild on them well. We assess the site first so there are no surprises later.
What happens to power, water and gas during a knockdown rebuild?
Each service is disconnected and made safe before demolition, then reconnected as part of the new build. Disconnections are arranged with the relevant authority and the lead times vary, so they are scheduled early rather than left until the week of demolition.
Thinking about a knockdown rebuild?
Tell us about your project and we will send you a short questionnaire, so we understand the detail before we talk numbers.