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Fixed pricing means no budget surprises. One dedicated contact brings your vision to life.
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Custom Homes
The Tombay Experience
Transforms Builder Disappointment Into Your Dream Home
You’ve seen what volume builders deliver. Cookie-cutter designs. Rushed timelines. Zero flexibility when you want to change something.
At Tombay Constructions, we build the home you actually want, not the home that’s easiest for us. Every room purpose-built. Every detail exactly as you imagined. Because after 25 years, we’ve learned that personalised service isn’t optional. It’s everything.
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Become the Architect of Your Dreams With Transparent Building
Most Melbourne homeowners struggle with the assumption that all builders are the same just like comparing a bespoke suit to something off the rack. Without transparent pricing, the negative trend exceeds their budget by 79%, leading to significant financial stress.
You’ve probably heard the horror stories. Maybe you’ve lived one. The builder who quoted one price then hit you with “variations” every other week. The project that dragged on months past deadline. The tradie who just stopped showing up. In fact, 51% of Australian homeowners report serious issues with their builder such as quality problems, reliability nightmares, or both.
Here’s what most people don’t realise: choosing a builder based on the lowest quote is like buying the cheapest parachute. Sure, you saved money. But when you’re halfway through the fall, that discount doesn’t feel quite so good anymore.
With Tombay Constructions, you get immediate clarity through fixed priced contracts. That means transparency where your money’s going, supported by our commitment to one consistent point of contact throughout the entire process. No hidden costs. No “we didn’t anticipate that” conversations six months in. The community outcome is a home built within your budget and with full visibility over every dollar spent.
Our Services
Discover the breadth of our services and expertise.
Custom Home Builds
Create your forever home with transparent pricing and innovative materials. Built to last generations.
Renovations & Extensions
Transform existing spaces into stunning, functional areas. Minimal disruption, maximum impact on your home.
Knockdown Rebuild
Brand-new custom home on your existing land. You control design and budget, we handle everything.
Townhouses & Unit Development
Maximise land potential with quality developments. Perfect for investors seeking style, functionality and returns.
Dual Occupancy & Duplex
Double your opportunities with quality dual occupancy. Ideal for families or rental income with maximum flexibility.
Welcome To Tombay Constructions
Crafting Exceptional Homes Without The Stress
Quality You Can Trust, Service That Feels Personal
Clear, honest communication
Transparent Pricing & Timelines
Quality Craftsmanship
In-House Carpenters
Experienced Team
Meet Lee & The Team: Building Trust Through 25 Years of Custom Craftsmanship
After 25 years in the building industry, Lee started Tombay Constructions with a simple belief. Homeowners deserve better than being passed around between different people, hit with surprise costs, and left wondering if their custom home builder even cares about delivering their vision.
Lee had seen firsthand what happens when builders cut corners or treat custom projects like production lines. Cookie-cutter designs. Rushed timelines. Zero flexibility when you want to change something. That’s not how Tombay operates.
Every Tombay client works with Lee directly. One point of contact. Clear communication about design choices, material selections, and any decisions that need to be made. No confusion about who’s managing your custom build.
We’ve built custom homes throughout Mornington, Rye, Sorrento, and Mount Eliza. We understand local council requirements. We know which suppliers deliver quality materials on time. We’ve established relationships with local trades who share our standards.
This local knowledge means we can navigate the specific challenges of building in Peninsula municipalities. Coastal soil conditions. Heritage overlays. Bushfire regulations. Site access on narrow streets. These aren’t theoretical concerns. We’ve solved them dozens of times.
Our Process
The steps we take to ensure excellence in every project.
What You Need To Know
The $30,000 Mistake Most Melbourne Homeowners Make (And How to Avoid It)
You’ve saved for years. You’ve found the perfect block or decided to rebuild. You’re finally ready to build your forever home.
Then the quotes start rolling in. One builder says $450,000. Another says $380,000. The cheapest? $320,000. And suddenly, that lower number looks awfully tempting.
Here’s what happens next.
Three months into the build, the “variations” start. The soil report wasn’t factored in. That’s an extra $8,000. The specific tiles you wanted? Not included in the original quote. Add $12,000. The plumbing upgrades to meet code? Another $6,500. Week after week, the costs keep climbing.
79% of Australian homeowners exceed their build budget. Not by a little. By tens of thousands of dollars. And 60% are forced to pause or abandon their projects entirely when the money runs out.
This isn’t bad luck. It’s how volume builders operate. They win the job with a low quote, then make their profit on variations. By the time you realise what’s happening, you’re already committed. Breaking the contract means losing your deposit and starting over.
30.6% of homeowners say hidden costs are their biggest fear. They’re right to worry.
At Tombay Constructions, you’ll see exactly where every dollar goes. One dedicated contact throughout the entire build. Complete design freedom to create the home you actually want. And carpenters who show up when promised and care about their craft.
Because your forever home deserves better than budget nightmares.
Testimonials
Don’t just take our word for it
“We wanted a builder that was going to do a fabulous job, but also for it to last”
Rachel & Rob
“We wanted a builder that was going to do a fabulous job, but also for it to last”
Rachel & Rob
Tombay Difference
Why Smart Homeowners Choose Transparent Building Over Volume Builders
Imagine setting sail on a dream voyage, only to discover hidden fees that double the cost of your trip. That’s the risk of ignoring hidden costs with volume builders.
Homeowners using Tombay’s fixed priced contracts ensure there are no hidden costs. You stay in control of your budget, with full visibility over every dollar spent and a commitment to transparency where your money’s going. The community outcome is a home built within your budget without the financial nightmares.
Benefits:
- Budget certainty: Know your final cost from day one
- Quality control: All our own carpenters who care about their craft
- Stress-free process: One point of contact, clear communication
- Your vision realised: Complete design freedom with expert guidance
Rye
Edithvale
Sorrento
Why Choose Us
Are Hidden Building Costs Robbing Melbourne Homeowners?
Every year, hidden costs and budget overruns plague home building projects across Melbourne, turning dream homes into financial nightmares. Don’t let this happen to you. Here’s how Tombay Constructions ensures your dream home stays within reach:
Expert Care
A Building Experience You’ll Feel Confident In
You’ve planned, saved, and finally started building. Then the call comes. “We need another $15,000 for unforeseen costs.” It happens again. And again. Before you know it, you’re $40,000 over budget.
Nearly 8 in 10 homeowners blow past their original budget. Over 9 in 10 report problems with their builder. Shoddy work. Missed deadlines. Tradies who vanish. The industry has normalised behaviour that would be unacceptable anywhere else.
Tombay Constructions was built to fix this.
Fixed priced contracts mean you know the final price before we break ground. One dedicated contact from first call to final keys. All our carpenters work directly for Tombay, not juggling three other jobs.
After 25 years and 70+ projects, we’ve learned something simple. Trust isn’t built through promises. It’s built by doing exactly what we said we’d do, when we said we’d do it, for the price we agreed on.
Areas We Service
Building Dream Homes Across Melbourne’s South-East and Bayside
At Tombay Constructions, we’re proud to serve families and professionals throughout Melbourne’s south-east corridor, Bayside suburbs, and the Mornington Peninsula. Our deep local knowledge means we understand council requirements and neighbourhood nuances unique to each area.
From coastal retreats to family homes in thriving urban communities, we help clients transform their vision into beautifully crafted, custom homes.
Trusted by Families Across These Suburbs
- Mornington
- Mount Eliza
- Dromana
- Parkdale
- Rye
- Aspendale
- Sorrento
- Balnarring
- Portsea
- Chelsea
- Mount Martha
- Flinders
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Reach out to see how we can bring your ideal property to life. Experience a seamless building journey with Tombay Constructions.