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J Turner Constructions

4.4 (7 reviews)

SA

About this business

J Turner Constructions designs and builds architectural and custom homes, renovations, extensions, and premium carpentry projects for clients seeking personalised residential building solutions. Based on the Fleurieu Peninsula, it positions itself as a collaborative, transparent builder focused on high-performance building and Passivhaus design, with emphasis on energy efficiency, comfort, and sustainability.

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Call 0458 991 025

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  • SHScott H17 Sept 2024

    James Turner Construction were fantastic with our family home renovation. James and the team understood the detailed planning and worked very well with the architect and engineer. James even identifie...

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    James Turner Construction were fantastic with our family home renovation. James and the team understood the detailed planning and worked very well with the architect and engineer. James even identified problems with the engineering and through his experience and expertise recommended and executed changes. The craftsmanship and detail were also second to none. On a particular note, James has been very approachable and forthwith after the build. We even had them back for other renovations we didn’t get in our original build. James Turner are highly recommended.

  • LALia C16 Apr 2025

    James and the team were so great to work with from start to finish for the renovation of our dream home. We worked together with an architect and designer from the very beginning and it created a grea...

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    James and the team were so great to work with from start to finish for the renovation of our dream home. We worked together with an architect and designer from the very beginning and it created a great team mentality that resulted in a really cohesive, functional and beautiful design with minimal misunderstandings. This allowed us to get to know each other really well before the build which is a huge advantage when you work with someone so closely for a very personal thing like your home! They totally nailed the brief and also offered alternative suggestions along the way that we had not previously considered that were both cost-effective and aesthetically pleasing. There was also a great relationship within the team and we felt we were part of every bit of the process. James is a lovely person to work with. He is professional, approachable and ultimately a very trustworthy, reasonable and understanding person in a very stressful industry. I have already recommended JTC to other friends and will continue to spread the good word. Thanks JTC, we love waking up in our beautiful home every morning :-)

  • SBSteve B18 Sept 2024

    We had our 1970 brick home located in Mitcham remodelled by the JTC team. James and his great team added our new master suite extension along with fabulous hardwood deck to complement our pool. Along...

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    We had our 1970 brick home located in Mitcham remodelled by the JTC team. James and his great team added our new master suite extension along with fabulous hardwood deck to complement our pool. Along with removing walls, replacing external doors/windows and reroofing the older part of the house the process was seamless. The whole time James communicated with us regarding time frames and made some suggestions that we had not considered, all within the original quote. Any concerns we had were handled quickly and effectively. We can highly recommend J Turner Constructions and would not hesitate to use again. Thanks again James.

  • BTBianca T7 Sept 2023

    I just recently did my build with JTC. The whole process ran extremely smooth. James is very professional and very helpful when planning and building my dream home. I am super happy with my experience...

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    I just recently did my build with JTC. The whole process ran extremely smooth. James is very professional and very helpful when planning and building my dream home. I am super happy with my experience and would highly recommend this company.

Frequently asked questions

How much do builders typically charge?
Builder costs vary widely depending on the job type and complexity. Minor repairs are generally much less than extensions, small builds or structural alterations that need foundations, framing or specialist input. Most quotes include a call‑out fee plus labour and materials, and the page shows live pricing to help you compare options.
Do builders charge call-out fees?
Call‑out fees are common and typically cover travel and an initial inspection or assessment. This fee is usually separate from hourly labour and materials, and after‑hours or weekend attendance often attracts higher rates. Ask whether a call‑out or minimum charge applies when requesting quotes.
Do builders need a licence in Australia?
Yes. Building work generally needs to be carried out by a licensed builder in every state and territory, and NSW builders are regulated by NSW Fair Trading. Builders should be able to provide their state builder/contractor licence number and show appropriate insurances and ABN/GST registration. In Victoria, domestic building insurance is required above a state threshold for certain contracts.
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