Industry Problems & Moretti Solutions
Renovating your home shouldn't feel like gambling with your money, time, or peace of mind. Here are the most common renovation problems we've seen across Sydney - and how Moretti Design & Build prevents them.
Hidden costs
Fixed price contracts
Unlicensed trades
Licensed only
Poor waterproofing
Certified system
No communication
Daily updates
Messy sites
Daily clean-up
Vanishing builders
Retain final payment 12 months + 5-year checkups
Problem
Builders start cheap, then increase prices mid-project with surprise variations and "extras".
Our Solution
Fixed price contracts - the price you sign is the price you pay.
Problem
Work is often done by unlicensed or inexperienced trades, leading to poor quality and compliance issues.
Our Solution
Licensed trades only - all our trades are fully licensed NSW professionals with proper insurance and certification.
Problem
Bad waterproofing is Sydney's biggest renovation failure, leading to expensive leak repairs.
Our Solution
Certified waterproofing system - we use licensed waterproofers and provide compliance certificates at completion.
Problem
Most homeowners say they never knew what was happening on their project.
Our Solution
Daily updates - you get one point of contact and daily progress updates via email.
Problem
Many builders leave homes dusty, unsafe, and disrespectful of your living space.
Our Solution
Daily clean-up - we protect floors, seal off rooms, and clean the site every single day.
Problem
Most builders vanish after the final payment with no accountability or after-care.
Our Solution
Retain final payment for 12 months + 5-year annual check-ups - we stay accountable long after the job is done.
Problem
Jobs drag on for weeks because of poor scheduling and planning.
Our Solution
We give you a clear, realistic timeline with milestone-based scheduling.
Problem
Projects fail before they start - no drawings, no finish schedule, leading to costly changes.
Our Solution
We lock in your design, materials, and plan before work begins.
Problem
Uneven tiles, bad paint, poor detailing - common issues everywhere.
Our Solution
Our supervisors inspect daily and approve every stage of work.
Problem
Contracts hide what's included or excluded in fine print.
Our Solution
We use plain-language Master Builder contracts that are transparent and simple.
Problem
Random payment requests create stress and mistrust.
Our Solution
Our payments are milestone-based - you pay only for real progress.
Problem
You should receive waterproofing, electrical, and plumbing certificates.
Our Solution
We hand you all documents before final payment - no exceptions.
Problem
You pick one thing, but something else shows up.
Our Solution
We double-check orders and confirm deliveries with photos before installation.
Problem
Cheap quotes often end up the most expensive in the end.
Our Solution
We focus on quality, not shortcuts - value comes from discipline and structure.
Problem
Some builders skip permits to save time.
Our Solution
We handle approvals properly so you're never at legal risk.
Problem
Trades run wild when there's no supervision.
Our Solution
Every Moretti project has a dedicated site leader responsible for your job.
Problem
Some builders take on jobs outside their expertise.
Our Solution
We specialise only in kitchens, bathrooms, laundries, and full-home renovations.
Problem
Hidden design, compliance, and finish costs add up fast.
Our Solution
We quote the real total - no fake starting prices.
Problem
Rushed jobs fail within a year.
Our Solution
We build for 10-year performance and reliability.
Problem
Builders often add 'extras' mid-job that blow the budget.
Our Solution
We confirm inclusions upfront. Variations only happen at your request.
It's not always the builder's fault. Some clients can be indecisive or change plans mid-project, which affects time and cost.
We also acknowledge there are great builders in NSW who deliver outstanding work - but they're not cheap.
Before judging a story, always look deeper; renovation has two sides.
We believe in structure, respect, and communication - that's what keeps both sides happy.
With Moretti, you'll know what's happening, what it costs, and when it's done. And you'll still have us on your side long after the job is finished.
No excuses. No surprises. No disappearing acts.
Just structure, communication, and craftsmanship - guaranteed.
