Canberra Builder | Renovations & Extensions | Sync Building
From a single kitchen refresh to a full-home transformation — every Sync renovation is personally managed by Fady, your licensed ACT builder, on site every single day. No handoffs, no surprises, no shortcuts.
Most renovation headaches come from the same thing — your builder signs the contract and then hands you to someone else. At Sync, Fady manages every renovation personally: briefing the trades, checking the work, and answering your calls directly. That's why our renovations finish on time, on budget, and without the stress.
What We Renovate
Whether you're transforming one room or the whole house — we deliver renovations that are precise, well-managed, and built to last in the Canberra climate.
Smart layouts, quality cabinetry, premium appliances and finishes — all coordinated by the builder from demo to install. We modernise kitchens that suit how your household actually lives and cooks.
From compact ensuites to full main bathroom overhauls — we focus on water efficiency, safety, waterproofing quality, and finishes that hold up over time. Tradespeople are coordinated to minimise your downtime.
Remove walls, reconfigure layouts, and create open, connected living spaces that feel brighter and more functional. We handle structural engineering, council approvals, and every trade involved.
Cramped, outdated laundries transformed into clean, efficient spaces with proper storage, quality fittings, and finishes that last. Every layout is built around how you actually use the room.
Covered alfresco areas, paved patios, and outdoor entertaining zones that flow naturally from the home — built for year-round Canberra use using materials suited to ACT conditions.
A complete home transformation — every room, every system, one coordinated project. We manage the whole thing: architecture, trades, approvals, and delivery. You deal with one person throughout.
Our Renovation Process
Every renovation follows a clear, builder-led process so you always know what's happening, what's coming next, and who to call.
Fady meets with you to understand exactly what you want, what's realistic for your budget, and what the project will involve. No obligation, no sales pitch — just honest advice from a builder who's done it many times before in Canberra.
We work with you to finalise the design, choose materials and finishes, and produce a detailed itemised quote covering every aspect of the build. If you have a designer or architect, we'll coordinate with them. If you need one, we can recommend people we trust.
We handle any required council approvals, building permits, and certifications. We also brief and schedule all trades to make sure the right people are on site at the right time — minimising delays and disruption to your household.
Fady is on site every single day. Every trade is briefed, checked, and coordinated by the builder — not a supervisor or project admin. You receive regular updates and can call or message directly at any time.
When the work is complete, Fady walks through the entire renovation with you to confirm every detail is right. Full documentation, statutory warranties, and receipts for materials and trades are provided at handover. We don't disappear — if something needs attention after handover, we're a phone call away.
Before & After
Budget Guide
Renovation costs depend heavily on scope, materials, and site conditions — but here's an honest guide to help you plan. Fady will give you an accurate picture during your free consultation.
Indicative ranges for 2025. Actual costs depend on scope, materials, access, and site conditions.
| Renovation Type | Price Range (AUD) | What's Typically Included |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Kitchen Refresh | $15,000 – $30,000 | Cabinet respray or replacement, new benchtop, tapware, splashback, minor plumbing |
| Mid-Range Kitchen Reno | $30,000 – $60,000 | Full cabinetry, stone benchtop, new appliances, tiling, electrical, plumbing |
| Premium Kitchen Transformation | $60,000 – $100,000+ | Custom joinery, structural changes, high-spec appliances, premium finishes throughout |
| Bathroom — Basic Update | $10,000 – $20,000 | Vanity, toilet, shower screen, tiling, tapware |
| Bathroom — Full Renovation | $20,000 – $45,000 | Complete refit, new layout, freestanding bath, heated floor, frameless screen |
| Laundry Renovation | $8,000 – $25,000 | New cabinetry, tiling, benchtop, plumbing, appliance niche |
| Open Plan Conversion | $30,000 – $100,000+ | Wall removal, structural beam, flooring, replastering, painting, lighting |
| Outdoor Alfresco / Patio | $20,000 – $60,000 | Roof structure, paving, lighting, electrical, drainage |
| Full-Home Renovation | $120,000 – $400,000+ | All rooms, all trades, structural changes, new electrical/plumbing, approvals |
Fady will give you an honest, straight answer in a free 30-minute consultation — no pressure, no vague estimates.
Every trade on every Sync project is briefed and checked by Fady, the licensed builder, not a project manager or foreman who doesn't know the job like he does. That's what keeps quality where it should be.
Variations happen in renovation work — that's reality. What doesn't happen at Sync is finding out about cost changes at the invoice. If anything changes, we talk to you before we proceed. Every time.
Have a question at 7pm about tomorrow's work? You call Fady. Not a call centre, not a project admin, not a voicemail that gets answered in three days. Direct access to your builder throughout.
ACT planning and building approval requirements can be complex. We handle everything — development applications, building approvals, certifications — so you never have to decipher government paperwork.
We work with the same trusted tradespeople across projects — plumbers, electricians, tilers, and plasterers who know our standards and show up prepared. No random subcontractors picked the day before.
Every project is covered under Australian statutory warranty laws. More importantly — if something isn't right after handover, we come back and fix it. Our reputation in Canberra depends on it.
How We Compare
Here's the honest difference between how Sync operates and how most renovation companies in Canberra work.
| What matters to you | Sync Building Projects | Typical builder |
|---|---|---|
| Who manages your project day-to-day | Fady — the licensed builder | Site manager or supervisor |
| Builder personally on site daily | Every single day | Occasional visits |
| Direct phone/message access | Call or message Fady directly | Go through admin or reception |
| Cost changes communicated in advance | Always — before we proceed | Often discovered at invoicing |
| Council approvals handled for you | End-to-end by Sync | Usually left to the homeowner |
| Available after handover | Yes — we stand behind our work | Hard to reach post-project |
| Trusted, known trade network | Same trades used across projects | Variable subcontractors |
Client Stories
"We renovated the entire house — kitchen, two bathrooms, laundry, and all the flooring — while still living in it. Most builders we spoke to said it couldn't be staged properly. Fady planned the whole sequence so we always had a functioning kitchen or bathroom available. He was on site most days, knew every trade by name, and there was never a moment where we didn't know what was happening next. The house looks and feels completely different now. We've had friends assume we knocked it down and rebuilt. We didn't — Fady just did it properly."
“Our kitchen was outdated and lacked storage, but Fady completely transformed it with a smart new layout and beautiful finishes. It now feels modern, spacious, and much more practical.”
Rebecca H. Lyneham, ACT · 2025“Our bathroom was outdated and needed a complete refresh. Fady transformed it with a modern layout, quality finishes, and excellent attention to detail — we couldn’t be happier with the result.”
Sarah M. Braddon, ACT · 2025Common Questions
The questions Canberra homeowners ask us most before starting a renovation. If yours isn't listed, call Fady directly on
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Book a Free ConsultationA standard kitchen renovation in Canberra takes 4–8 weeks from the start of construction, depending on the scope of structural work, the availability of materials, and trade scheduling. This doesn't include the design and planning phase (1–3 weeks) or any council approvals required. We give you a realistic timeline before you commit, and we stick to it.
In most cases, yes — especially for partial renovations like a kitchen or bathroom. We stage the work carefully to maintain access to other parts of the home, and we discuss the realistic disruption upfront so you can plan around it. For full-home renovations, we'll talk through your options honestly during the consultation.
It depends on the scope. Internal cosmetic work (new tiles, cabinetry, painting) generally doesn't require approval. Structural changes — such as removing a wall, altering the roofline, or adding an outdoor structure — may require a building approval or development application under ACT planning law. We assess this as part of the planning phase and handle all required approvals on your behalf.
We guide you through every selection — cabinetry, benchtops, tiles, tapware, flooring, lighting. Fady has strong supplier relationships in Canberra and can show you options across different price points. The goal is always to make selections that suit your lifestyle, your aesthetic, and your budget — not to upsell you on finishes you don't need.
Variations are common — and that's fine. What matters is how they're handled. Any change to the agreed scope is quoted and approved by you before work proceeds. We document it clearly, tell you the cost and time implications upfront, and nothing gets added to your bill without your sign-off. No surprises.
Ideally, 3–6 months before your intended start date. This gives us time to plan thoroughly, lock in the right tradespeople, and order any long-lead materials. We only take on projects we can give full attention — so our capacity is limited. Earlier contact means more options and a smoother start.
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Describe your project and Fady will be in touch within 24 hours to set up a free, no-obligation consultation — on site or by phone, whichever works best for you.