Hillsborough, Central Auckland

Rental Property
Renovation in
Central Auckland

Completed on 2018

RENOVATION

Project Managed By

Kevin Yang
Managing Director
kevin@superiorrenovations.co.nz
0800 199 888

Turning an old house into a successful investment property

Project Finish Date

2018

This was an investment property for the client as it had been tenanted out for several years. It was however in a very bad state of disrepair and not fetching the kind of rent that the client could get for a property of that size. The client did not know where to start; she contacted several companies which basically told her that it would take about 6 months to complete her renovation.

When she got in touch with us, we immediately knew that the scope of work would be challenging. Jimmy who is one of our senior project managers got in touch with the client and scheduled an on-site visit. After Jimmy assessed the property, he realised that the house was

Health and Safety hazard
Did not comply by the current insulation laws stated by the government.
Needed a change in layout for areas such as kitchen and bathroom
Needed to be refurbished in order to prolong the life of the property.

Our aim was to make the house safe for habitation, make sure that the house abides by the current insulation laws of New Zealand and fetch a higher rent for the client.

The client was not sure where to start so Jimmy drew out a 6 week plan for the renovation of this property.

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Areas Renovated

Week 1 – Demolition, Plumbing and Repair work

In the first week we focused on the bathroom as it was an extensive project as we were changing the layout. We changed the layout completely to make it more spacious and inviting. We removed the shower box, the bathtub, all cabinets, vanity, and flooring. We also did repair work where we fixed the leakage by removing the liner in the bathroom and underlay. We also removed the damaged GIB from the walls.

We then focused on Plumbing, Builder work and Installation. We then did the GIB fitting for the bathroom, the underlay in the bathroom and waterproofing all the floors and walls. We also built custom cabinets that could accommodate the small space.

Week 2 – Installation of Bathroom Fixtures and Flooring

The project manager Jimmy, had to get everything custom made for this renovation involved working with a limited space. As our supplier has a manufacturing factory right here in Auckland, we were able to custom make the shower and vanity within 2 weeks. As we had taken all the measurements for the bathroom on the initial on-site visit, everything was ready by the second week of our renovation. We also connected the laundry to the bathroom as it initially opened into the kitchen rather than the bathroom. We instead erected a wall between the laundry and kitchen and connected it with the bathroom instead.

We installed the custom shower box, new vanity and cabinet, new toilet, all tapware and pipe fittings for the laundry. We then focused on installing all the wall and floor tiles. Then came all the electric work where we installed LED lights, power plugs for the vanity, and the mirror.

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Week 3 – Demolition and Change of Layout in the Kitchen

The kitchen was a congested tiny room that opened into the laundry. Our first step was to close the space in the wall that opened into the laundry. We then demolished the two walls that separated the lounge and the kitchen. Jimmy’s vision was to create an open plan kitchen and lounge.

We also added an island between the lounge and kitchen which the client loved. This area would be great for entertaining if the tenants put bar stools next to the island.

During this week we removed all the cabinets, bench tops, hot water cylinder, hot water cabinet, the built in pantry side door and lino. We also carried out all plumbing work in the kitchen during this week. We fitted all the pipes for the kitchen.

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Week 4 – Removal of Flooring, Installation of Kitchen

During this week we took a day to about remove all the flooring in the lounge, dining and kitchen area. We were initially meant to just concentrate on just installation of the kitchen and on removal of flooring. However when we started prepping the lounge for next week’s painting, we realised that the ceiling was leaking and had rotted from the inside. The client advised us to just paint over it to contain the leak as she had been advised to do so previously by other companies.

When Jimmy assessed the ceiling he realised that just painting over the leak was not a good solution at all. The ceiling was rotting and the only way to fix it and comply by the healthy and safety regulations we had to completely demolish it. Hence we got our standby team to focus on installing insulation and renovating the entire ceiling. The team regular team assigned to this client carried out the demolition of the floors. At the same time the kitchen renovation team fitted the GIB, and the underlay in the kitchen. They also installed all the cabinets, the pantry, custom made bench top, the island bar, splash back, cook top, range hood, dishwasher, oven, LED lights, sink wall and power plugs for appliances.

Week 5 – Installation of Floors, Remaining Electrical Work and Painting

We installed laminate floors for the lounge, engineered wood laminate flooring for the bedrooms and Tiles for the kitchen. All the tiles, carpets and laminated were specifically chosen in light colours to make the small space look open and spacious. We then went on to installing a central alarm system and cooling/heating system.

In order to revamp the home, we had to remove all dated wallpaper. Jimmy always advises our clients that it is never a good idea to paint over the wallpapers. Painting over wallpaper will leave a lot to be desired in the end. Over time the paint will crack and the walls do not look as sleek and professional as they should. Hence we removed all the dated wallpaper and repaint all the walls. Majority of the week was spent plastering and sanding all the walls and ceilings throughout the house. We then painted the walls, ceilings, door frames, doors, window frames, and skirting in the two bedrooms, lounge, bathroom and kitchen.

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Week 6 – Deck and Fence

The client’s deck was falling apart so she asked us whether we could restore it. Restoring was not an option as the wood had rotted. Hence we demolished the previous deck and built a new deck for the client. We did not need consent for this deck as we building the deck within the framework of the previous deck which already had existing consent. We also touched up the paint in the house during this week and installed the pipes and gas cylinder.

Outcome of the renovation

A very happy client who forged a long lasting friendship with Jimmy
A newly renovated home that was safe and looked brand new
The client has tenanted the house as is fetching $300 more compared to the time before the renovation.
This renovation was a really fun challenge for us as we love transforming homes. This proved to be an investor’s dream and we were happy that we helped our client realise that dream.

alma Investment Property Renovation in Hillsborough, Central Auckland

“I think it’s to his nature, he takes everything on-board and fixes it, and thats what you want to see; you don’t want to be mucked around with just being told what you wanted to hear, you want action and he was pretty good at it…”

Tile Choice (TILE CHOICE)

We have worked with Superior Renovations for the past years and we found the team is great to work with!
No job is too big or too small, and the projects are always in good hands.
I will highly recommend Superior Renovations to my friends and family.

Sales Team

Superior Renovations are without a doubt, one of the most professional and easy to deal with companies that we do business with. It is an absolute pleasure to work with this company. Leanne, Elaine and the team are so efficient and friendly. Their systems are flawless and they make our jobs so easy!

Alex Scott

We are very pleased with our bathroom reno by Superior Renovations! Jacob, Cici and the team always kept us up to date, were always friendly to deal with and finished ahead of schedule. Most importantly we are very happy with the quality of the work.

Simon Redpath

We have been working with Superior Renovations as a supplier now for over three years. In that time we have found the team to be very professional and well organised. Which is a welcome relief in this industry! Just recently we have become their sole supplier for portaloos, which recognises the collaboration we have forged over these three years.

In particular, Leanne and Elaine set a very high standard of communication and flexibility. This is of vital importance when scheduling deliveries and pickups with us, however, they understand not everything can be done at once and are willing to work with us for the best (supplier/contractor/client) outcome.

I would imagine this ethos would flow directly through to all their contracted renovation work. A pleasure to work with!

Dylan Hawkins

We’ve been supplying portaloos to Superior Renovations across a range of their projects, and they’ve consistently been one of the easiest, most professional teams we work with. Their communication is clear and timely, their organisation on site is excellent, and their crew always treat our gear and our team with respect.

In an industry where coordination makes or breaks a job, it’s refreshing to work with a company that genuinely runs things smoothly from start to finish. Highly recommend Superior Renovations - Top team with a solid crew behind them — always a pleasure to deal with.

Hammer

A very reliable supplier – we’ve been working with them for three years now, and they have never let us down. Well done to the team.

Jeff Ren

Excellent company to work with:)

Sam McCool

We have been working with these guys for the past 4 years and find them an awesome company to work with, very efficient and organised. I highly recommend!

Word True

Finding someone reliable for renovations has always been the most stressful thing for us. In the past, we had several painful renovation experiences—money was spent but the problems were never truly solved, and things often ended up worse than before. We really didn’t know where to find a trustworthy renovation company.

For more than ten years, our wish had been to renovate our bathroom, laundry, and toilet, so that we could finally enjoy a comfortable and functional living environment. Just when we were about to give up, we came across Superior Renovations online. We quickly made an appointment with Cici, who designed and provided us with a quote.

Throughout the whole process, I was deeply impressed by the professionalism of Superior Renovations. What stood out most was that they always delivered on their promises—everything agreed upon was completed on time. This built a relationship of trust and reliability. Up until completion, I was completely satisfied with their dedication and the quality of their workmanship.

During the renovation, we encountered some of the challenges that often come with older houses, but Cici and her team helped us resolve the discomforts we had been living with for years. We are truly grateful to the construction team.

Some say renovations are easy if you just have money, but I believe the most important thing is finding a trustworthy team that keeps their word, values quality, and cares about the customer’s experience.

Because of this renovation experience, we can now confidently plan our next project—the kitchen—and Superior Renovations will definitely be our first choice. We strongly recommend them.

Finally, I want to thank Cici and the team for helping us fulfill our dream.

Mark ＆ Kate

Jane Wright

Sinan is a very good consultant. She helps a lot during renovation. Very satisfied with their job.

Clara Ng

It was great to have Alison's recommendations and input on how & what would look best for our kitchen and bathroom reno. Jacob, our project manager, has been a star too; ensuring that the project was delivered as planned, AND giving us great ideas & suggestions along the way.

We will definitely be calling on you guys again for our next home reno. Thanks team!

Frank

Very impressed with Superior Renovations.Building our pergola with blinds for a fair price .First thank you Sinan for quoting the job and your flexabilty and knowledge..Secondly the job was done well within the time frame, thanks to Jeff for supervising the job ( eventhough he wasn't too well) and keeping us up to date throughout the process. Payment was fair and easy as well .
Thoroughly recommend Superior Renovations for your reno job 👍

Raj Dhana

Very efficient team of workers and high quality finish.
Very happy with our renovated bathroom.
We will use this company again.

neko rider

We’re very happy with the renovation work done by the team. It’s rare for renovation projects to finish on time, but they committed to completing ours before the Easter holiday—and they delivered! Our project manager, Jacob, worked incredibly hard (even physically! 😄) to make it happen.

I admit I might not have been the easiest client—I was particular about details like colours, tile placement, and exactly where the hand basin bowl should sit on the bench. But they listened, took it all on board, and got it done. Thank you, Jacob!
I’ll definitely bring you another challenge in the future. 😉

Vilma Arcos

Thanks Superior Renovations for doing our house, it definitely looks a lot better now! Special thanks goes to Alison and Jacob for their excellent effort and good manners in handling the construction process, it wasn't easy but with them around it definitely became easier to handle. Cheers🥂

F J Bandukwala

Absolutely thrilled with the outcome of our renovation of two bathrooms and kitchen in a double level home. Kevin and his entire team were an absolute pleasure to work with from the get-go. Every minor detail was attended to, and all our requests were accommodated. Cyrus deserves a special mention as under his watchful eye and expertise, nothing could go wrong.

Jacquie

I have recently finished a renovation in our 1930’s bungalow, updating the original (and I do mean original) kitchen and bathroom. Plus creating a new laundry and removing three fireplaces which created two new spaces including an office. From the initial appointment with Alison who came over and then provided drawings and a quotation, to the work with Frank, our project manager and the team, this has been a wonderful renovation experience. I would have described myself as a nervous-renovator prior to doing this, as I had never done a renovation before, but Frank, Alison, Sunny and all the team have worked so tirelessly and generously to create spaces that we love. Superior’s care in managing the project has meant that we have come away with much more than we originally sought to achieve and without the stress I hear others lament about when they renovate. I would recommend Frank, Alison, Sunny and the team at Superior Renovations wholeheartedly.

Ike Harris

We engaged with three companies to completely renovate our downstairs and ensuite bathrooms. We elected to go with Superior Renovations as they provided us with a fixed price and specific timeline to complete the project (which two other companies could not do), and we were absolutely delighted with the end result. We love everything from the floor and wall tiles to the heated towel rails and from the LCD mirrors to the underfloor heating and soft close lids. We especially loved replacing the old tub in our ensuite with a walk-in shower.

The entire process went incredibly smoothly, with the project being completed on budget and ahead of schedule. From the initial design phase to the final touches, nothing was too much trouble for the team. Superior Renovations conducted themselves with the utmost professionalism, ensuring every detail was perfect.

Frank (Project Manager) and the team did such an amazing job. Totally professional outfit, top notch communication, all tradies were courteous, polite and respectful. Alex (Builder) was especially knowledgeable and offered great solutions as minor issues unfolded. Each stage of the renovation was completed on the day it was scheduled. The crew were always on time and mindful of our work from home arrangements. And I was also impressed with the floor protection that was laid out on the first day.

Through no fault of Superior, we did encounter a major, unforeseen setback that delayed our renovation on the downstairs bathroom. Superior were patient with us while we sourced specialists to remedy the issue. But once that was all sorted, Frank and the team picked up the baton and charged ahead to the finish line, delivering two beautifully ‘superior’ bathrooms. We also experienced a minor electrical issue post-build. And even though it was unrelated to their renovation work, Frank promptly dispatched an electrician who quickly fixed the problem. Talk about above and beyond!

In summary, we highly recommend Superior Renovations for anyone looking to undertake bathroom renovations in their home. We’re already talking about renovating the kitchen next and we’re so confident in Superior Renovations that we will most certainly be engaging with them to complete the task.

A huge thank you to Frank, Alex and all the wonderful team at Superior Renovations:)

Kalina Hristova

Superior Renovations did an amazing job we would definitely recommend them for anyone looking for a high quality outcome. Our Project Manager Jacob was amazing, taking care of any minor adjustments we wanted, nothing was too much trouble.

Melanie Whittaker

Absolutely love my new ensuite bathroom. Superior Renovations made the process so enjoyable, I'm truly delighted with the transformation from an old tired room to modern functionality.
Jacob led a wonderful team of professionals who were considerate and efficient. He answered any query with reassurance and patience.
I'm now looking at engaging them again for my main bathroom because I'm not fearful of renovating anymore and confident I'll get a superior outcome. They definitely lived up to their name!

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