Testimonials
The following testimonials include some kind words from some of our clients who themselves have assisted greatly during the build. Thank you!
Kitchen Renovation
We are absolutely thrilled with our beautiful new kitchen! Rod and his team from Built for Living were fantastic to work with from start to finish. Rod provided us with a design that we loved and he went out of his way to ensure that we were happy with all aspects of our new kitchen. Incredible communication, service and quality , Built for Living made what we thought would be a difficult process, so easy! Always professional, reliable and punctual, Rod took the time to leave the space clean and safe and would let us know what was happening every step of the way. We would highly recommend Built for Living for any renovation. Rod created our dream kitchen and we couldn't be any happier!
Katrina & Warren - Lugarno
Additions & Alterations & Major Renovation
“Rod’s craftsmanship and diligence has delivered an aesthetically beautiful home which is functional and spacious. We are enjoying living in this cleverly designed space which maximises natural light and airflow.”
Wendy & Pat - Mortdale
Completed 4 weeks ahead of schedule
BFL managed to finish building this project 4 weeks ahead of schedule so the owners could move in saving them extra rent.
Project scope: Architect design and construct, demolish rear room and build ‘L’ shape extension, relocate deck northward, build new extension northward, build connecting deck north and west, build new covered entry way, build new en-suite, gut old kitchen & living areas and build spacious new kitchen, new laundry, new dining & lounge, build 2nd storey addition, gut upstairs and build new bathroom, 2nd living space and bedrooms, new bay windows, reuse existing cladding, new floating floors, new windows, new roof, new insulation, new air conditioning, new electricals, new plumbing, new ceiling fans, painted inside and out.
Kitchen Renovation
“Thank you Rod for bringing our visions for a new kitchen to life. I absolutely love the space you have created – everything is functioning beautifully and looks stunning. We’re grateful for the professionalism displayed by you and your team and for your patience when we struggled to picture things and needed to make a few changes. Your work is of such a high standard, and you always took the time to leave the space so clean and safe at the end of each day – with two young kids this was always appreciated. I have no hesitations recommending your work to anyone looking for a builder in the area. In fact, I’m sure we’ll be getting you back soon enough for more projects at ours! Thank you.”
Lisa & Garth – Illawong
Additions & Alterations & Major Renovation
Project Scope: Strip-out existing house and reconfigure floor plan, build new bathrooms and bedrooms, install new windows, new joinery, new stairs, build alfresco extension, install new plumbing and new electrical and data wiring throughout
“… more than happy to discuss our project with anyone considering using Rod’s building service. We look forward to getting the Built for Living team back for future projects”.
Chris & Carla – Lugarno
Kitchen Renovation, Home Improvements
Project Scope: New kitchen fitted with soft close doors and drawers, soft touch electric close waste bin door, external mounted range-hood motor, new floating floor to kitchen, TV room and dining room, new glazed timber back door
“The work was done in the time and cost proposed at high quality”.
Don & Julie, Oatley
Home Improvements
Project Scope: Install external timber stairs, install small kitchen, build new joinery bookshelves, install new flooring and walls, hang doors and fix trim, install handrails, balustrades and various joinery works
“… it was quickly apparent that the facets of Rods character….were clearly evident particularly his emphasis on honesty and attention to detail in his work and his commitment to attending [a] fully professional approach to his work.”
John - Kirrawee
Additions & Alterations
Project Scope: build new rear living room extension and build attached garage
“Dear Rod, thank you for your excellent work, your help, and especially the way you made the whole renovation easy and almost enjoyable!
Jenni, Jim, Elly, Tim & Mikey”
Jenni & Jim – Jannali
Additions & Alterations
Project Scope: Demolish rear of house, build new split level living room on bearers and joists with pitched roof over, make alterations to adjoining rooms including build new ensuite, build new verandah to three sides of house, build rear deck and install timber decking to same, build new timber stairs from deck to yard, install new WRC timber windows and re-clad building in western red cedar. This cottage is positioned on the edge of a lake and exposed to southerly winds. We completed this work in the early 90’s. I recently contacted the owner and asked about our works – his reply is below.
Nearly 30yrs on “Yes, it’s going strong, all is good”.
Geoffrey – Central Coast
Home Improvements
Project Scope: Build garden steps, install rain sensing skylight, modify framing to suit and frame and build light-shaft to room, replace smaller damaged skylight, general maintenance works
“…punctual, and attention to detail. Professional, trustworthy and reliable!” (about Rod)
Nadia, Lugarno
Home Improvements
Project Scope: Replace old front door with new solid timber door and door frame, repair and install new timber wall linings and trim
“…friendly and professional a positive experience. I am more than happy to refer Rod to anyone looking for a builder.”
Eugenie, Penshurst
Home Improvements
Project Scope: Build small photo studio, install and paint sound-reducing joinery door with highlight to hallway
“Professional and courteous with advice suitable for the job required”. (about Rod)
Julia & John, Peakhurst