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Your Trusted Partner for Granny Flats & Home Builders in NSW & ACT
Acrow Investments has been a trusted name in the construction industry for over two decades, specialising in granny flats, home extensions, and small homes across NSW and the ACT. Our approach prioritises building relationships alongside homes, ensuring a seamless experience from initial consultation to final handover. With local teams in every region we operate, we deliver tailored solutions that meet both regulatory requirements and individual client needs. Our four-stage processConsultation, Approvals, Construction, and Relationship Managementreflects our commitment to transparency, punctuality, and quality craftsmanship.We pride ourselves on offering free site inspections, custom designs, and a 'True Turnkey Experience' that includes a full builders clean, ensuring your new space is ready for immediate use. Backed by hundreds of satisfied customers and industry recognition, we focus on creating lasting value through innovative design and stress-free project management.
Services
Granny Flats
Home Extensions
Small Homes
Custom Designs
Duplex Construction
Site Inspections
Council Approvals
Investment Properties
Multi-Generational Homes
Rental Income Solutions
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of experience in granny flat and home extension construction.
- Our four-stage process ensures transparent, stress-free project management from start to finish.
- We provide free site inspections and custom designs tailored to your property's unique requirements.
- Our team guarantees on-time completion, with a proven track record of meeting deadlines.
- We deliver a 'True Turnkey Experience' including a full builders clean for immediate occupancy.
What people say
Seamless process
Expertise and experience
Regular updates
High-quality finishes
On-time completion
Services
Granny Flats
Acrow Investments designs and constructs 1-3 bedroom granny flats tailored to your property's requirements. Our solutions include standard and custom plans, compliance with NSW/ACT regulations, and seamless integration with existing homes. Ideal for rental income, multigenerational living, or investment, our granny flats combine modern finishes with cost-effective construction. Projects include site-specific adaptations for sloping blocks, narrow lots, and bushfire zones.
Home Extensions
We deliver ground floor and second-storey extensions to maximise living space while preserving your home's value. Services include rear, front, and side extensions, with designs optimised for family needs or rental potential. Our process covers council approvals, structural upgrades, and interior customisation. Extensions are built to enhance functionality, natural light, and architectural harmony with existing structures.
Custom Designs
Our team creates bespoke designs for granny flats and extensions, adapting to unique block shapes, zoning laws, and client preferences. Services include 3D visualisations, material selection, and layout optimisation. Custom projects address challenges like BAL29 compliance, flood-prone areas, and heritage restrictions while ensuring energy efficiency and long-term usability for homeowners and investors.
Council Approvals
Acrow manages all approval processes for granny flats and extensions, including Complying Development Certificates (CDC) and Development Applications (DA). Our experts ensure compliance with NSW/ACT setback rules, size limits, and accessibility standards. We handle documentation, council liaisons, and timeline management to expedite approvals while minimising client involvement.
Investment Properties
We specialise in granny flats and small homes designed for rental income, with layouts optimised for tenant appeal and ROI. Services include market-driven design choices, durable finishes, and compliance with investment-friendly regulations. Completed projects in high-demand areas like Newcastle and Sydney demonstrate strong rental returns, with examples achieving $27K+ annual income.
People
Dario Villar
Project Manager
With over a decade of construction management experience, Dario oversees project execution, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards. His expertise in resolving on-site challenges and client communication has earned consistent praise in customer testimonials.
Mick
Project Coordinator
Mick specialises in client relations and project coordination, ensuring seamless communication between stakeholders. His attention to detail and proactive approach to client needs have been instrumental in maintaining Acrow's high customer satisfaction rates.
Crystal
Design Consultant
Crystal assists clients with interior/exterior selections and provides weekly project updates. Her role in guiding clients through colour schemes, tile choices, and finish selections ensures personalised, stress-free design decisions aligned with client preferences.
Chris
Construction Manager
Chris manages build phases with a focus on precision and compliance, overseeing trades and subcontractors. His leadership in maintaining quality standards and addressing technical challenges has been highlighted in multiple customer testimonials.
Joel
Site Supervisor
Joel ensures on-site operations align with project plans, coordinating teams and maintaining safety protocols. His hands-on approach and responsiveness to client concerns during construction have contributed to Acrow's reputation for reliability.
Questions
What is a granny flat?
A granny flat is a self-contained secondary dwelling on the same block as a primary home, typically 1-2 bedrooms. It serves as rental income, multigenerational housing, or investment property.
Can I build a granny flat on my property?
If your NSW/ACT property meets minimum size (450m²) and setback requirements, you can build a granny flat. Acrow's team assesses site suitability and handles approvals.
How much does a granny flat cost?
Costs vary based on size, design, and location. Acrow provides transparent quotes with no hidden fees, starting from $130,000 for standard builds, with financing and budgeting guidance available.
Do I need council approval for a granny flat?
Yes, Acrow manages Complying Development (4 weeks) or Council Approval (8-9 weeks), handling all paperwork to ensure compliance with local regulations.
Can a granny flat be two storeys?
Yes, double-storey granny flats are possible in NSW/ACT, subject to council requirements. Acrow's designs adapt to zoning laws, setbacks, and structural considerations.
What areas do you service?
Acrow operates across NSW and ACT, including Sydney, Central Coast, Newcastle, Hunter Valley, Wollongong, and South Coast, with local teams ensuring regional expertise.
Reviews (7)
Steven Finnan
Jan 09, 2022
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From start to finish we were impressed with how our Granny Flat was built.
Joel, Paul, Laura and the team provided amazing customer service while providing quality on time and within budget. This is really impressive as we had our build being constructed during covid lock downs and australia wide building supply issues. The Granny Flat exceeds our expectations of quality. The team at Acrow Investments delivers what they say. The icing on the Cake is when the team handed over the keys on time and we had tenants move in the following day. Thanks Acrow Investments
Steve and Dani Finnan
Joel, Paul, Laura and the team provided amazing customer service while providing quality on time and within budget. This is really impressive as we had our build being constructed during covid lock downs and australia wide building supply issues. The Granny Flat exceeds our expectations of quality. The team at Acrow Investments delivers what they say. The icing on the Cake is when the team handed over the keys on time and we had tenants move in the following day. Thanks Acrow Investments
Steve and Dani Finnan
Jennifer Nelson Barrett
Dec 28, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Great experience working with Acrow on our investment granny flat. The project went smoothly end-to-end, and Acrow were extremely communicative and responsive every step of the way. Great quality build, we rented out our flat after only 2 showings!
Services:Project management,Design,Consultation
Great experience working with Acrow on our investment granny flat. The project went smoothly end-to-end, and Acrow were extremely communicative and responsive every step of the way. Great quality build, we rented out our flat after only 2 showings!
Services:Project management,Design,Consultation
John Lee
Mar 20, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness
It is a really lovely experience to work with Acrow team. Special thanks to Joel, Shane and Caleb. Build process went out smoothly within the time schedule. The granny flat got rent out at it first inspection.
It is a really lovely experience to work with Acrow team. Special thanks to Joel, Shane and Caleb. Build process went out smoothly within the time schedule. The granny flat got rent out at it first inspection.
Mandy Unger
Dec 11, 2020
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Thanks for the great job on our granny flat. The team at Acrow coordinated the whole project from approvals through to completion making it an easy and smooth build, and were very helpful and understanding as we navigated bank related delays and hassles.
Rebecca Nehme
Jan 18, 2020
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Having a Granny flat built by Acrow Investments was a smooth and easy process thanks to their professionalism and willingness to accommodate any of my needs. I am extremely happy with the result! Thank you to Joel, Jayden & all the friendly team :)
Catherine Davies
Nov 01, 2019
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We just had our granny flat completed. We were really happy with Acrow all the way through the process and delighted with the finished product. The staff were patient, knowledgeable and helpful. Thanks for dealing with all our annoying questions and concerns so smoothly. We would (and already have) recommend them without hesitation!
Roseanna Gallo
Jun 08, 2019
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We just want to say that Acrow Investments did an absolutely awesome job from start to finish on our New Granny Flat. Everything was executed professionally. Thank you Joel and the team at Acrow for your amazing job. I would not hesitate to recommend Acrow to others who are looking at building a granny flat or studio or other buildings. Thank you again!!
