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Welcome to Pinnacle News

Welcome to the first edition of Pinnacle News for 2022.

We hope you all stayed safe and well during the Christmas and New Year period.

The Pinnacle team enjoyed a couple of weeks off and are now refreshed and back on-site ready to get stuck into some exciting new projects.

In this edition we feature our renovation and additions project that was completed in Oyster Bay. A stunning transformation that our photographer has captured and one that this young family will enjoy for many years to come.

The recent Christmas period has seen a huge amount of rainfall and some severe weather events that hit the East Coast. This has caused water damage to many homes around Sydney and the broader areas of NSW. Therefore, a friendly reminder of the importance of checking your household drains and gutters to ensure these areas remain clean and clear of dirt and debris.

Unfortunately, once again COVID continues to impact the building industry and the way we continue to work. Over the past 12 months, building costs alone have gone up over 20% which is having a major impact on the industry.

The team will continue to do everything we can to ensure all projects run smoothly and with minimal interruption. We do however ask that you be patient as we navigate these new and difficult times.

Thank you once again for your on-going support.

We hope you enjoy this edition of Pinnacle News.

Cheers from

The Pinnacle Building Team

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Short Street – A Stunning Addition & Renovation project

What started off as a first-floor addition, turned into an entire home renovation.

This stunning family home located in Oyster Bay has had a complete transformation and the outcome is simply breathtaking.

The new first floor addition is home to the master suite which boasts a beautiful ensuite, huge walk in robe, balcony along with its own sitting area and fireplace. 

Also located on this level, you will find a generous size guest bedroom and an office.

The lower ground floor is home to the 3 additional kid’s bedrooms, a separate bathroom, lounge area and bar. Then if you head to the back of the home, a beautiful split level opens to showcase an exquisite kitchen, open plan lounge room and dining area which leads to the outdoor entertaining spaces.

The client’s choice of finishes and eye for detail have made this project one of our favorites.

Please visit our Facebook page to see more photos of this beautiful home.

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Building Industry News

The ongoing severe shortage of building materials, combined with the demand for skilled tradespeople, has sent renovation and new home build costs soaring up 20 per cent over the past 12 months, according to a survey recently undertaken by Master Builders.

The prices of materials and supplies, from timber and steel to plumbing and tap-ware, has risen substantially over the past 6 months with notification that prices will only continue to rise during 2022.  

Lock-in contracts are leaving builders unable to pass on the rising cost of labour and supplies. Unfortunately many builders are continually left to absorb these costs increases. If this continues for much longer, it is only a matter of time before many companies will close their doors for good. 

The uncertainty of material costs has impacted the way in which we now look at and price our projects. Previously we have been able to secure and negotiate fixed rates for our materials, contractors, and suppliers. Now, to survive builders are having to adapt their pricing process, meaning they now have to look to include more allowances for Prime Costs and Provisional sums. Basically certain building items can no longer be included as a fixed price, and the cost of these items (such as timber frames and trusses) are subject to change based on the price at the time of construction.

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Well, the last few months have proved extremely challenging for all with the ongoing Greater Sydney COVID lock-down and restrictions in place.

Whilst rules imposed by the Government have limited the numbers of workers allowed on any one site, we are extremely fortunate that we have been able to continue working and progressing current projects for our clients.

However, the NSW Government amended the Public Health Order to remove the 50% cap on capacity limits for unoccupied construction sites. This change came into effect from Monday 27 September 2021, meaning that building sites are now permitted to exceed the 50% cap where all workers meet the current vaccination requirements for authorised workers.

Timber supply and shortage issues continue to affect the industry, with materials having to be ordered months in advance to ensure it is available and delivered in time for projects to commence. Unfortunately, the shortage has also seen an increase in the cost of timber with price rises of a whopping 20-30 per cent impacting home-builders.

As we head into October and with only 12 weeks until we reach Christmas, it is pleasing to see that we are on track to complete all our current projects ready for our clients to enjoy their new homes in time the festive season.

Finally we would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their ongoing support.

Cheers from

The Pinnacle Building Team

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Project Updates

JANNALI FIRST FLOOR ADDITION

Our latest project is off to a flying start. In just a few short weeks, the demolition of the roof has taken place, the new first level floor, wall and roof frames are up. The Colourbond roof sheeting has been completed and the windows will shortly be arriving to site, meaning lock up stage is just around the corner.

This extension and renovation project is really starting to take shape. With all the new wall and roof frames up, windows in and cladding on, it is evident that this amazing home is going to be extremely unique. We are very excited to see the owners and architects vision come to life as we are nearing lock up stage.

LOFTUS – NEW BUILD

The sheer size of this project is really starting to become evident as it is nearing completion. The past few weeks have seen polished concrete floors come to life, bathrooms completed, timber flooring installed, painting underway and Kitchen installation commencing this week.

Externally, the swim spa was craned over the top of the structure and placed into the backyard.

The Team have been doing an exceptional job and we can’t wait to see the final touches come together over the coming weeks.

OYSTER BAY ADDITION & RENOVATION

What started as a first-floor addition has turned into a complete home renovation, and what an amazing transformation has taken place. With the finishing touches underway, this project will be ready for handover in the coming week. We can’t wait to showcase this stunning home when it is finished. 

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Well, the month of July has proved very difficult for the building and construction industry, with the NSW Government announcing a 2-week shutdown.

Thankfully as of Monday 2 August 2021, the Pinnacle Team has returned to site with a few new rules in place to ensure that we remain a COVID safe workplace.

Unfortunately, our current projects were put on hold which will have an impact on the working schedules. This will also push back any new projects that were due to start during the month of August.

The team will endeavor to catch up where we can so that our projects can get back on track. We do ask for your continued patience, as current Government guidelines restrict the number of trades that are allowed on-site at any one given time.

We would also like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their support and understanding as we navigate through these challenging times.

Stay safe.

Cheers from

The Pinnacle Building Team

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COVID-19 CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY UPDATE

The NSW Government announced that Construction sites in Greater Sydney can resume work effective from Saturday 31 July 2021.

We do however have some strict guidelines that we must follow to ensure our workplaces remain safe.

Therefore, please be aware that in order for builders and trades to continue with planned works, the following guidelines must be adhered to:

· All workers must maintain physical distance and apply the 1 person per 4 square meter rules onsite.

·For residential homes, construction is allowed where there is no contact between the workers and residents.

· Only 1 trade is allowed on-site at any one time, however a COVID marshal or Site Supervisor can also remain to ensure the correct processes are followed.

· There is a limit of up to 2 workers for indoor services and five workers for outdoor services.

· Any contractors who live in one of the 8 LGS’s of concern (i.e., Fairfield, Blacktown, Cumberland, Campbelltown, Canterbury-Bankstown, Liverpool, Parramatta and Georges River) are NOT permitted or allowed to work on our sites until after 28 August 2021.

·The government has announced that work sites will be able to operate on Sundays and public holidays (if we choose to) for the remainder of the year to make up for any time lost.

In addition, the Pinnacle Team will also be ensuring the following takes place on all our job sites:

· All sites will have mandatory QR code system for recording anyone who attends / visits site.

· Where possible, we will maintain at least 1.5 metre social distancing.

· All employees and trades will wear masks whilst on-site.

· A COVID safety plan has been put in place, and ach site will have an allocated COVID Marshal to ensure all restrictions are complied with whilst on-site;

· Everyone will be asked to follow good hygiene practice and encourage others to do the same (i.e. Wash your hands with soap and water regularly, use sanitizer, avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth,  avoid shaking hands or touching other people whilst on-site etc.).

· If anyone is unwell, they have been advised to remain home and get tested.

For more information regarding the current COVID restrictions please visit NSW Government Website

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As we head into our winter months, we have yet again been impacted by the lasted COVID-19 lock down. Whilst this has forced several small businesses to close, the residential building industry is extremely fortunate to be able to continue working during such difficult times.

This is largely due to the federal governments HomeBuilder grants, which has recently seen the deadline extended to begin the construction program by an additional 12 months. This means there is now 18 months to commence construction. This is a year longer than previously allowed. 

Applications closed on the 14th of April 2021, however, applicants have until 30 April 2023 to submit all supporting documentation (such as invoices for work done, and proof that construction has commenced) to their State or Territory Revenue Office. 

Following this Government-funded boom in the building industry, the timber shortages continue to be a major concern for many builders. The supply situation is only getting worst, with the delays in timber supply beginning to affect the progress on job sites.

Please also be aware that from 12 July 2021, the NSW Government has advised that all workplaces and retail business must use the NSW Government QR code to check in all visitors. This includes our customers / clients, staff, contractors, and delivery drivers. This is the most effective way to help contact tracers keep us all safe. We thank you in advance for your help and assistance in following this process. For Further information please visit the NSW Government web page.

On a positive note, or current projects are continuing to progress nicely, with our first floor additions in both Como and Oyster Bay reaching fit-out stage, our new build in Loftus is locked up and our latest project in Oyster Bay has had all of the foundation slabs completed and wall frames have begun going up.

Finally, we would like to thank you for your ongoing support and hope that you and your families remain safe and well.

Cheers from

The Pinnacle Building Team

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Project Updates

Glenhaven Place

Getting out of the ground always proves to be the most time-consuming part of any project. But now that the slabs are down the recent week have seen the wall frames go up, with the size of this new homes becoming evident.

Unfortunately, due to the current timber shortages, we have been held up in receiving the materials required for the structural rafters needed to complete the roof.  Hopefully, we shouldn’t have to wait too much longer, as once this delivery arrives it will be all systems go to lock up stage.

Short Street – Oyster Bay

The first stage of this project has now been completed. This has seen an entire first floor addition added with a spectacular bathroom, 2 bedrooms, a master bedroom including walk in robe, ensuite and fireplace.  It has been a busy couple of months which has seen windows installed, and contractors from painters, tilers, electricians, carpet layers, joiners for stairs and wardrobes etc all working together to transform this beautiful new family home addition.

Stage 2 which comprises of the ground floor works including new windows, a brand-new kitchen and removal of walls in order to reconfigure the entire ground floor layout has commenced.  This has been a very exciting project and we can’t wait to show you once it is  complete.  

Well done to the team who have worked on this project.

Wolger Street - Como

This first-floor addition is really starting to come along. The recent weeks have seen the cladding applied to the first floor which has resulted in this project reaching lock up.

Inside is now completely sheeted, with doors, skirting and architraves ready for painting. We have also seen the installation of the internal stairs which has opened the home and allowed the lower level to officially be connected to the new addition.

The coming weeks will see the commencement of internal and external paint works along with works on the bathroom in preparation for the tiling works to get underway.

Well done to all involved in getting this projected locked up in records time.

Loftus New Build

This project is proving to be one of our biggest as it begins to transform into an amazing family home. The recent weeks have seen all of the windows and doors installed, internal sheeting and linings, rough in of all electrical and plumbing and the exterior render works are underway.

The transformation is beginning to take shape as we have seen the entire first floor covered with under floor heating, and works have begun ready for the installation of a swim spa.

A huge effort by everyone involved.  

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Timber shortages continue to impact the building industry...

The Timber shortage in Australia continues to be a major concern for all building businesses. In fact, the timber shortage situation is not getting any better, with indications that it is only getting worse.

The shortage is due to the compound effects of the December 2019 bushfires burning large amounts of stock from local timber mills as well as imported supply being soaked up by other countries due to the pandemic and industrial wharf disputes.

The shortages continue to be found in timber products as well as tapware, hinges, door furniture and tiles. 

Unfortunately, this also means that the price of these materials is increasing due to short supply and continued high demand. If you look at the below image, this is what builders are currently dealing with.

In January 2020, there was no issue in sourcing timber products and your value for money was significant. However, if you look at June 2021, your value for money has dramatically decreased as timber becomes more difficult to get a hold off.

Consideration for these shortages will need to come into play right at the beginning during the initial design and concept stages. Builders are going to have to order these materials well in advance to ensure supply is available, and the homeowners will need to be patient as we continue to face the uncertainty of ongoing delays from our timber suppliers.

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Welcome to Pinnacle News

As we make our way through the first quarter of the year we have seen some truly amazing project transformations. Major milestones have been reached in both out duplex project in Loftus and our first floor addition in Oyster Bay and we are excited to kick off a new renovation in Como in the coming week.

We have seen some severe wet weather events hit the East Coast of Australia, but we are very thankful that we all remained safe and that our sites held up exceptionally well given the torrential rain that impacted the area.

Finally, The Pinnacle Team would like to take this opportunity to wish you and your families the happiest of Easters. 

Cheers from

The Pinnacle Building Team

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Welcome to Pinnacle News

Well, what a busy start to 2021 it has been for the Pinnacle Team.

After the unknown of last year, we would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their ongoing support.

As we head into March, we have seen several projects come to and end, with some new and exciting ones underway.

The Duplex in Sylvania is nearing completion, the new build in Loftus is really starting to take shape and our first-floor additions in Oyster Bay are both coming along nicely.

We would also like to introduce you to Zak, the newest member to join the team. Zak has started his carpentry apprenticeship with us this year.

We hope you enjoy our update.

Cheers from

The Pinnacle Building Team

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Project Updates

LOFTUS

With the ground floor and first floor slabs in and the frames beginning to go up, the sheer scale of this new home can now be seen.

A busy couple of weeks ahead as the team prepare for the installations of all first-floor frames and trusses.

Exciting times for the team and client’s as this project really begins to take shape.

EASTLAKES 

The first floor addition is now complete with only some minor touch up’s remaining. This project has been a privileged to work on and we can’t wait to celebrate with the clients in the coming weeks. 

COWAN STREET

The past fortnight our clients have enjoyed watching their home transform from a Skelton of timber frames to an almost finished upstairs addition.

The team has been busy sheeting, setting, and sanding all rooms ready for the painters to complete all ceiling, walls, and skirting’s.

Our amazing tiler Brian managed to finish both bathrooms, with the Pinnacle undertaking the fix out to all areas. In addition, three magnificent skylights were installed.

The coming weeks will see the construction of the internal staircase, the upstairs rooms painted, bathrooms being fitted off and wardrobes installed.  

Not long until this job will reach completion.

 SHORT STREET

Our latest project is well underway, with the roof coming off, large steel support beams going in and the new first floor going down.  

All first-floor frames have been delivered ready for installation…. 

Keep an eye on the Pinnacle Instagram page as this addition begins to take shape.

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Meet Zak

Please welcome our newest member to the Pinnacle family….. Zak.

Zak is currently undertaking his first-year apprenticeship in carpentry and has done an amazing job in settling into the swing of things.

Highly enthusiastic and an eagerness to learn the trade, Zak is a great addition to the team.

We cannot wait to see his progression over the coming months.

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Welcome to Pinnacle News

What a crazy but exciting couple of weeks it has been.

It is all systems go this month for the Pinnacle team as we head into the final quarter of 2020. With several new projects underway and off to a flying start, the count down to the end of the year has begun.

Demolition has commenced at the newest project in Loftus, our East Lakes first floor is coming along nicely and both the duplex project in Sylvania and additions project in Oyster Bay continue to take shape.

As the stress of the COVID-19 period seems to be easing, we would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for your continued support and understanding during these difficult times.

As always, we hope you enjoy our project update.

Cheers from

The Pinnacle Building Team

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PROJECT UPDATES

EAST LAKES - FIRST FLOOR

Things continue to move at a flying pace on our East Lakes Project. Cladding is one and we are now just waiting in the windows to arrive on-site to finalise some of the cladding sections.

Once windows are installed and everything is locked up, the team can start to look at rough in.

This is an exciting time for our clients as they will get to meet with some of our contractors and be more involved in the discussions around lighting, PowerPoints, tv positions, bathroom set out etc.

SYLVANIA - DUPLEX

It has been a very productive couple of weeks at our duplex. The interior of the build has seen the gyp rock upstairs and fix out to both units completed.

The exterior render to unit B has also be completed with the coloured texture applied. The finished product looks amazing! It really complements the timber feature on the front of the building perfectly.

The Black butt flooring has started to be installed and the polished concrete to unit B finalized, which looks fantastic.

The stairs have also been installed, and now required the team to line them with the Hardwood flooring. As we roll into next couple of weeks, we look forward to the tiler being on-site to commence works on the 4 upstairs bathrooms and the unit a balcony.

After that there will be nothing stopping us from completing the skirting upstairs and getting this area ready for some paint. It has been an exciting few weeks as we are now seeing some of the finishes come together on the build.

DRUMMOND ROAD - ADDITIONS 

Oyster Bay continues to take shape with Phase 2 now underway. A tricky roof line has provided the team with the perfect opportunity to showcase their amazing carpentry skills. Check it out!!!!

 LOFTUS - NEW BUILD

Our latest project has been demolished and is off to a great start. Sam has been busy leveling and getting the site ready for set out.

As we prepare for slabs to go in, we cannot wait to watch this project unfold.

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Welcome to Pinnacle News

It has been a very busy couple of weeks by the team on all projects. With one projected handed over, another one nearing lock up stage and one just about to commence, it has been all systems go.

We have also been busy monitoring the ever changing COVID-19 environment. Whilst it is business as usual for us, we are still ensuring that we follow the social distancing guidelines in place and continue good hygiene practices.

We hope you enjoy this project update.

Cheers from

The Pinnacle Building Team

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