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What’s involved in a knockdown and rebuild?

Knockdown rebuilds have gained popularity throughout Geelong and the Surf Coast region, appealing to clients who have invested years in nurturing connections with their neighbours and their local community so they want to continue living at the same address. However, as their families grow, their current home lacks space, functionality or efficiency. Often, these aging […]

The new Latrobe 337: Your coastal getaway awaits!

Introducing the Latrobe 337, a large home perfect for those looking to build a getaway along the coast or for bigger families that need room to spread out. This five-bedroom design is not just a home; it’s a celebration of space, comfort, and versatility. Whether you’re considering multi-generational living or a holiday retreat, the Latrobe […]

Building a new home within your budget in Coridale, Lara

If you’re considering building a new home within your budget, Coridale Estate has available land that you can snap up for a house and land package in Lara with Geelong Homes. There are no ifs, buts, or delicate dancing around it. Getting into the property market in today’s economic climate is hard. It’s even harder […]

Why you should build with Geelong Homes

We know what you’re probably thinking. Of course a builder is going to list all the reasons why you should build with them in a bid to get your signature on the dotted line. But here’s the thing. We’re not just rattling off a sales pitch and leaving you in the lurch once the deal […]

When is the best time to build a new house?

You may be watching the property market like a hawk right now to decide whether it’s really the best time to be building a new house – and you’re not alone. Inflation is at an all-time high, interest rates are creeping upwards, and the rumours around dwindling building supplies and trades in a COVID-affected landscape […]

Landscaping your new home on a budget

There’s a special kind of feeling you get when you drive into your street and see your freshly landscaped home greeting you with open arms. But for a lot of new homeowners, landscaping can be one of those things that gets pushed to the bottom of the budget list until you’re left with a naked […]

The top 5 reasons why Geelong Homes should be your first choice

With so much negative press about building a home at the moment, it would be very easy to be turned off the building process. However for a long-standing builder like Geelong Homes—whether it is a challenging time or a prosperous time—our promise remains the same. We’re committed to building quality homes for local people at […]

Five things you must consider before building your acreage home

If you live in an urban location with neighbours in close proximity to you you might be feeling cramped. If that’s you, it might be time to consider moving to a location that offers you more space to enjoy. If space is what you want, nothing can beat an acreage block. An acreage provides all […]

Why you should consider a knockdown rebuild with Geelong Homes

Buying an established home comes with many benefits but if it’s an older home, you may eventually face one big, costly decision: renovate or rebuild? With the popularity of home renovation shows such as The Block, it’s easy to get swept up in the idea of renovating. However, like those shows, renovating your own home […]

Why Geelong Homes was the perfect builder for these two clients

The building journey is full of excitement but there is a lot of information to process and big decisions to be made. And if you’re new to building, it’s always wise to have someone close to you who can support you on your way. For first home buyer Bridget that person was her mum Helen. […]

Take a look at Geelong Homes’ facades

At Geelong Homes we offer our clients a choice of five facades to suit a range of different streetscapes from urban, coastal to acreage settings. Whether you like a traditional or more contemporary design, our range of facades offer timeless looks for a variety of different tastes to slot seamlessly into any streetscape. Let’s take […]

Our guide to builder’s jargon

Inclusions, orientation, handover… Are you finding it hard to follow the conversation with your builder? As a local builder, Geelong Homes prides itself on expert advice and making sure that its clients are well-formed all the way through the building process. To prepare you for your building journey, we have put together our guide to […]

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