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About Us
30 years in business
Locally owned
References available
Canberra's Leading Home Builder with 30+ Years Experience
With a keen eye for detail and a friendly approach, Constructive Building specialises in exceptional quality building projects for your new dwelling, renovation or extension.
With 30 years experience in the local building industry, Constructive Building was launched in 2008 by John Matthews, a local project manager and carpenter for 2 of Canberra’s leading builders in the residential and commercial construction industries.
Treating your home as if it is our own, Constructive Building guarantee’s exceptional customer service and care throughout every single project to ensure that your experience with our team is rewarding. Communicating directly with manager John
Services Provided
Custom Homes, Home Additions, Home Renovating, Home Extensions, Home Renovation
Areas Served
Canberra
Awards
MBA Award 2013 Best Remodelling under $200,000
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Business Details
Business Name
Constructive Building Pty Ltd
Phone Number
(02) 6190 0766
Address
9 Mertz place
Mawson, Australian Capital Territory 2607
Australia
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Credentials
2 Houzz Awards
3 Houzz Badges
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Peter
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsWe were very happy working with John. He offered great honest advice and assistance whenever we needed it, adapted to changes when necessary, and did high quality work. We are very happy with the results and look forward to working with John againRead Full Review
9 Reviews for Constructive Building Pty Ltd
Newest first
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars5.0|9 reviews
Work Quality5.0
Communication5.0
Value5.0
We had the privilege of entrusting John Mathews of Constructive Building with the construction of our home in 2022, and it has been a truly exceptional experience. In an industry often plagued by tales of builders going bankrupt or legal entanglements, finding someone like John was a breath of fresh air. He embodies the timeless values of integrity, transparency, and an unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction.
Our journey with John began with a cold call where it became abundantly clear that he was cut from a different cloth. John's integrity shone through, and his genuine pride in his work was palpable. We were immediately reassured that building with him was the right decision.
What further cemented our trust in John was discovering that he had previously completed successful projects for two acquaintances of ours, both of whom still held him in high regard. In an industry where positive testimonials can be hard to come by, this was indeed impressive.
Throughout the build, John provided invaluable guidance and displayed remarkable patience as we navigated the complexities of our unique design, which required a Development Application. Despite his reservations, John supported us every step of the way, even when we encountered the expected administrative challenges.
One of John's standout qualities was his willingness to accommodate our customisation requests, even mid-construction. He not only provided expert advice and insights into the building process but also offered invaluable suggestions. Yet, he always deferred to our preferences, ensuring our vision for the house was realised.
Our home was constructed during one of the most challenging periods, marked by the COVID-19 pandemic, international wood shortages, labor shortages, and adverse weather conditions. John's response to these challenges was nothing short of commendable. His transparent communication and unwavering commitment to our best interests provided solace, especially during this trying period.
It's worth noting that, contractually, John could have exploited these challenges to his advantage, but he consciously chose not to. This decision exemplified his principled approach and fairness, a rarity in this industry.
Now, over six months into residing in our new home, we couldn't be more pleased with the quality of the construction and the exceptional service we received from John. He has earned not only our trust but also the trust of others within our circle. We would eagerly choose to build with John again, knowing that such an experience is truly one in a million. Thank you, John, for making our dream home a reality
September 2, 2023
John was great to work with. He took the time to understand what I wanted and was always honest with his advice. His regular communication kept me in the loop so I always knew how my reno was progressing. I recommend Construtive Building & will use them again. Thanks John!
August 25, 2023
Peter and Jenny
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
We love our newly renovated home. The renovation exceeded all of our hopes, and much of that is due to the experience and expertise of John.
John listened carefully to our needs, then came up with a solution. He guided us through all parts of the process. We always felt supported and were confident that John was working for our interests.
In addition to John’s own high level of skill, the tradespeople that John engaged were very professional and provided a high quality of workmanship. Importantly to us, they were also always respectful.
One of John’s main strengths is in problem solving the inevitable glitches that occur when working with an older house that had previously been extended a number of times. John searched for the best solution, working closely with us to make sure we understood the implications. The solutions were often even better than the original plan, and collectively they are responsible for the liveability we now enjoy.
We would have no hesitation in using John again and in recommending him to others.
July 19, 2023
Comment from Constructive Building Pty Ltd:
Thanks Peter & Jenny - yes we had some challenges, but working together there is always a solution. I'm proud of my subbies for their professionalism to acheive a great result
Amy and Claire
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
John Matthews from Constructive Building came highly recommended by some friends. Although we got some lower quotes, we decided to build with John because we saw the quality of our friends’ renovation, and he gave us a good impression from the outset.
Throughout the process, John was easy to get in contact with, and he called regularly to keep us in the loop. John was also really transparent with costs, his trade subcontractors were easy to deal with, and he regularly sent us pictures of the site.
There were a couple of minor installation issues with finishes, but John ensured every item was rectified, even when it involved a bit of complexity getting various trades back to reinstall and patch things up.
Now living in the end result, we are very happy we decided to build with John. The quality of the build is outstanding, John made the process smooth, and he was committed to getting every detail just right even after we’d moved in.
We would definitely build with John again.
August 24, 2020
Comment from Constructive Building Pty Ltd:
Thanks Amy & Claire, it was great dealing with you. I am proud of the end result, it shows what can be achieved when builder & client work together
Alan & Liz Knight
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
John Matthews (Constructive Building) is the builder you hope to find when you are looking for a builder. We engaged John to do some renovations and upgrades to our home earlier this year. Right from the start he was mindful of the disruptive impact of the work on our lifestyle. He planned his schedule and co-ordinated his sub-contractors to minimize the disruption and ensure we were without a kitchen for the shortest possible time. We were very impressed. John is easy to work with, a good communicator, honest and ethical, and provided helpful advice on improvements to our home. His fixed price quote was the most reasonable we had obtained and the quality of his work was excellent. We have no hesitation in recommending John (Constructive Building) for home renovations and upgrades.
November 12, 2018
We were very happy working with John. He offered great honest advice and assistance whenever we needed it, adapted to changes when necessary, and did high quality work. We are very happy with the results and look forward to working with John again soon,
May 1, 2018
Comment from Constructive Building Pty Ltd:
great working with you guys. Also thanks to Tristan & Jess from Architecture Republic
Brian Cannell
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
John built us a high quality home for a reasonable price within a reasonable time-frame. He also is a person of high integrity, a man of his word who is easy to work with. Can't ask for much more than that! Highly recommended.
July 13, 2017
P & M McNiven
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
John was recommended to us via word-of-mouth for his high quality work and the way he 'looks after' his clients. Our job was an extension/renovation to an existing 1970's style house to add on an upstairs master bedroom and ensuite. We wanted something that both blended with and modernised the existing structure.
John pretty much guided us through entire the building process and we couldn't be happier with the results. His work, and that of his sub-contractors, was of a high quality with an attention to detail from both a structural and aesthetic point of view. John is highly professional and any issues or concerns that arose were discussed with us and sorted out quickly. Our thanks for making the process go so smoothly (despite the weather!).
May 13, 2017
Comment from Constructive Building Pty Ltd:
Thank you for your review. So glad you are happy with your new extension.
Great working with you.
Great working with you.
susanfittler
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Hi John,
We wanted to put on paper just how grateful we are for the outstanding extension you have made to our home. Every morning when we walk into our new kitchen we marvel at the end result. Our brief was to give light and open up a dark ground floor, extending the inside living out and the results have ticked ALL those boxes with exceptional attention to detail.
The entire building process from initial planning right through to completion was professionally managed and ran without any major problems. Unexpected issues were dealt with, with due diligence. During all stages of construction, we knew that we could trust you to keep things running to plan with very clear communication.
You took the time to give concise explanations along the way and made it clear how additional steps could be of benefit to us. You were readily available to us around the clock and showed great foresight of a reputable and experienced builder in planning, design and proficiency of your trade.
From the outset the stages were clearly identified to us and indicative of the cost and scope of works. As Project Managers we admired the process and organisation, management and control you demonstrated in our project right through to compliance and certification.
At days end the site was always complete and functional to a level for us to maintain being able to live on site throughout the process.
Again, thank you for undertaking our extension. We feel there could have been no better builder we could have engaged to bring us this result and we are proudly honoured for our home to bare the Constructive Building Services stamp.
regards,
Gavin and Susan Fittler
September 6, 2015
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