Custom New Homes

Our specialisation is clearly extending and remodelling homes. However, when invited we also design and build new energy efficient, custom homes (frequently for previous clients, their family or friends). In fact we designed and built Canberra's first '5 Star' home in 1986.

This home, opened by Senator Gareth Evans (then the Minister for Resources and Energy), had no need for mechanical heating.

Complementing this experience is our knowledge and ability in designing and building rural homes and the associated infrastructure.

Please feel free to ask us if you would like to learn more.

Solatec® Decks, Pergolas, Carports & Pool Enclosures
Through our specialised design-build division, Solatec, we deliver absolutely stunning decks, pergolas, pool enclosures, gazebos and carports with the same commitment and skills we have developed in our extension and remodelling business.
Of course all our outdoor structures are designed and built to professionally engineered standards.
You will be amazed how our specialist designers will create an outdoor space for you that will instantly improve your lifestyle and add value to your home the day it is finished.
As our name Solatec suggests, we are committed to improving the energy efficiency of your home through unique products like our solar pergolas.
Just take a look at the wonderful range of before and after photographs here on our website.

 

"Our design-build process delivers ..."
"First ... we listen to you." Our talented design team use our specialised process to tailor creative home improvement solutions for our clients that are always stylish, functional and designed to a budget you agree with.

"We get to know each other before we start to build..." Long before the building work commences you have been able to assess our experience, commitment and ability.

"Our amazing project managers are true professionals ..." Remodelling is a specialised business that demands an integrated design and construction system. Our design-build approach eliminates most "unforeseen issues" that plague the industry. Our objective is always to ensure that you are delighted ... not merely satisfied.

"Great solutions ... genuine expertise"

WE BUILD OUR REPUTATION BY
MAKING YOUR DREAMS COME TRUE

Right from the start, Professional Home Improvements has been designing and building home extensions that have not only been winning awards but that have more importantly been enhancing the lifestyles of our clients and their families.

Founded in 1981 by Canberra Master Builder, Peter Shands. His objective was to provide the highest standard of integrated, specialised service to Canberra district home owners wishing to improve or extend their homes.

 

Award Winning Home Extensions
"Creative design blended with a sound knowledge of structures". Our specific knowledge of traditional construction methods and materials permits us to adapt current building techniques where necessary so your extension will be beautifully integrated with your home.

"Most of our clients remain in their home whilst it is being worked on" Our specific experience and well established production systems mean we will keep you informed and minimise disruption to your life during construction. Keeping you and your family safe and as comfortable as possible are our key priorities.

"What about the dog ... and the garden?" Established gardens and pets are constants in our specialisation. We are glad to take these into consideration on the journey to your end result.