Home extension costs in Victoria vary based on the size of the addition, whether a second storey is involved, and the finish level required. A modest ground-floor rear extension typically starts from the mid tens of thousands upward; a second-storey addition is generally more costly due to structural engineering and roofing work. EVN Construction provides a detailed quote after a site inspection — call Evan on 0435 152 008 to discuss your extension and get an honest estimate based on your specific situation.

Almost all home extensions in Victoria require a building permit obtained through a registered building surveyor. Larger additions or those close to property boundaries may also require planning approval from your local council — whether that's Whittlesea, Nillumbik, or Banyule council depending on your suburb. EVN Construction will advise at the quoting stage exactly what approvals your project needs and can connect you with the right professionals to get them. Getting permits right before work starts protects your investment and avoids expensive compliance issues later.

A straightforward ground-floor rear extension typically takes six to twelve weeks on site once permits are in place. Permit approval itself can take several weeks depending on council and building surveyor workload, so the total timeline from first conversation to completed build is usually three to six months. Second-storey extensions take longer due to structural complexity. EVN Construction provides a realistic build timeline at the quoting stage, and Evan communicates directly throughout so you're always up to date on progress and what's coming next.

In most cases, yes — particularly for rear or side extensions that don't affect the main living areas of the home until late in the build. There will be periods with noise, dust, and limited access to parts of the house, and Evan will brief you on what to expect at each stage before it happens. For second-storey additions, temporary roof exposures may require brief periods of more significant disruption, and EVN Construction plans for these carefully to minimise inconvenience. The staging plan is explained in full before work starts so you can make informed decisions about your living arrangements.