Building your dream home, one brick at a time.
At Norton Builders, we are proud to be a family-owned business that has been operating for over five decades. Our commitment to excellence and dedication to our clients has earned us a reputation as one of the leading boutique design and construction companies in Melbourne.
Our Story
Established in 1958, Norton Builders has been at the forefront of designing and constructing award-winning homes and dual occupancy developments. Our journey began with the Norton brothers, Ron and John, building their first weatherboard home in Lawborough Ave, Parkdale. Since then, we have grown into a second-generation family-owned business, with a strong team of dedicated professionals who have extensive experience in the design and construction of architecturally designed homes.
Our Services
At Norton Builders, we offer a range of services to help bring your design to life. From custom design and construction to dual occupancy developments, we pride ourselves on meticulous attention to detail and superb craftsmanship. Our services are tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients, ensuring that every project is completed to the highest standard.
Our Commitment
We are committed to ensuring our clients' complete satisfaction from initial consultation to the finishing touches. As a small boutique family building company, we can provide a more personalized service, making the building experience less stressful and more enjoyable.
Our History
With over 50 years of experience, we have established ourselves with a stable reputation for custom design and construction of homes and townhouses throughout Bayside and surrounding suburbs of Melbourne. We are proud of our long history in the Melbourne Building Industry and take great pride in the fact that we have many repeat clients that stay in contact and continue to work with us and recommend us to family and friends.
Our Awards
We are proud winners of the HIA Housing Awards and have been recognized for our excellence in custom-built homes and townhouse developments. Our awards include:
- HIA Housing Awards Winners 2021 for townhouse/villa Development: over $500,000
- Runner Up 2016 for Townhouse/Villa Development: $700,001 - $1.2Million
- Winner 2015 for Custom Built Homes $500,001 - $700,000
- Finalist 2015 for Custom Built Homes: $350,001 - $500,000
- Finalist 2014 for Custom Built Home: up to $500,000
- Runner Up 2013 for Townhouse/Villa Development: $700,001 - $1.2Million
- Finalist 2012 for Custom Built Homes: $500,000 - $700,000
Overall Experience
The majority of reviewers had an outstanding experience with Norton Builders, praising their exceptional service, quality of work, and attention to detail. They commended the team's ability to guide them through the building process, making it a smooth and stress-free journey.
Praises for the Team
Reviewers praised the team at Norton Builders, particularly David and the site managers, for their care, responsiveness, and honesty. They were impressed with the team's ability to navigate complex requirements, such as difficult block sizes, and deliver a high-quality finish.
Customization and Quality
Many reviewers highlighted Norton Builders' ability to customize their homes to meet their specific needs, taking into account factors they hadn't even considered. The quality of the finished product was consistently praised, with reviewers describing their homes as "outstanding" and "life-changing."
Recommendations
The majority of reviewers highly recommended Norton Builders, with some even going so far as to recommend them to friends who have since built their own homes with the company.
Negative Experience
One reviewer had a poor experience with Norton Builders, citing a rushed job, numerous defects, and a refusal to fix issues despite written agreements. This review stands in stark contrast to the majority of positive experiences.
