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What Are Fitouts and Defits?

Fitouts refer to the process of making an interior space suitable for occupancy. It’s the installation, decorating, and furnishing undertaken by the tenant leasing the space from the landlord. 

This includes installing a space’s mechanical and electrical services, such as wiring, lighting, air conditioning, internet connectivity, flooring, ceilings, and furnishings. 

A defit (also known as a strip out) usually refers to the end of a tenancy, where the tenant must vacate the space and return it back to its original state. However, defits can also refer to the process that occurs before a fitout when a tenant moves into a new space.

Commercial & Office Fitouts

Symmetry Commercial offers complete commercial and office fitout solutions across various industries. We can carry out fitouts and defits for office spaces, medical facilities, industrial warehouses, classrooms, and more.

Industrial & Commercial Fitouts

We can plan and orchestrate a complete office fitout that strictly adheres to your timeline and budget. Our team has experience completing fitouts for clients of all sizes, from small businesses to multistorey CBD office blocks. We also perform industrial fitouts, completing updates, renovations, and conversions of warehouses to offices as needed.

Education Fitouts

As huge advocates of the education sector, we provide education fitouts as well. This includes classroom fitouts, refurbishments, re-configuration, installation of new technology, flooring updates, asbestos & mould removal, heating & cooling installation & maintenance, fire services, data & AV installation, and much more.

Healthcare & Medical Fitouts

We offer a wide range of services for the medical fitouts of clinics and hospitals. Our healthcare fitout services help create a more comfortable and safe working environment for medical practitioners and their staff. Whether you require a complete renovation of an existing space or are starting from scratch, we can help. We have experience completing fitouts for:

  • GP clinics
  • Day surgery clinics
  • Dental practices
  • Public and private hospitals

Defits & Make Good

When your lease term ends, the leased space will need to be returned to its original condition. This is where defit and make good services come into play. 

The term ‘making good’ is commonly used to refer to the process of bringing something up to a finished standard, or conversely, restoring it back to its previous condition. The make good or defit provision is easily one of the most contentious clauses in the history of rental contracts.  Fortunately, the team at Symmetry Commercial have decades of experience in helping commercial tenants vacate from even the most fastidious landlords. Our experienced personnel will assist you in leaving the property with minimal cost. 

We will assess your space, lease, condition report, and dilapidation report. Then give you clear, specific, and cost-effective recommendations and achievable timeframes. You’ll understand the work required to leave your rented premises in the original condition that satisfies your landlord before we begin carrying out the defit.

Defit Process 

Our defit process starts with a free consultation to assess the terms of your lease and your specific needs. From there we will develop a plan together, and you’ll be provided with a detailed quote.  Next, our team carefully outlines the project, including planning the schedule and materials required. Once we have your approval, we will then proceed with the defit, including demolition, removal, and any necessary repairs. Finally, we undergo a final inspection with you and the landlord to guarantee a satisfactory handover.

Fitouts, Defits & Make Good

Make Good Solutions 

A make good clause refers to the clause in a lease that outlines how a tenant should leave the property at the conclusion of the lease. A make good clause basically stipulates that the property should be in the condition that is written in the lease when the tenant hands the keys back to the landlord. Our make-good services restore your leased space to its original condition as outlined in your agreement. We handle the entire process, making sure you meet your lease obligations and leave the space spotless.

Don’t let “make good” clauses catch you off guard. Our Make good services can include:

  • Commercial demolition
  • Commercial strip outs
  • Floor replacement 
  • Painting
  • Plastering
  • Repairs
  • Removal of fixtures and fittings (added by the tenant)

Why Choose Symmetry Commercial?

At Symmetry Commercial, we don’t settle for anything less than exceptional when it comes to fitout or defit projects. We’re more than just builders – we’re creators. Our team is made up of skilled professionals who are passionate about what they do and love to exceed expectations. 

We don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. We take the time to understand your needs and develop projects that follow your vision without exceeding your budget. We bring over two decades of experience to each project, having completed numerous projects across different industries. 

We can work with your blueprint or we can recommend independent, trusted interior architects or designers to help plan your fitout. Either way, we’re committed to keeping you informed and involved every step of the way throughout the entire process.

Other Make Good and Defits Services We Offer

Looking for something else? 

Symmetry Commercial offers a host of other services across the commercial, educational, and medical sectors. 

We do Commercial Office fitouts in Melbourne, optimising your workspace design to attract more clients and partners.

Our maintenance services include facilities maintenance, reactive maintenance, and programmed maintenance. Get in contact to see what other services we can provide for you.

Contact Us Today for Your Fitout & Defit Projects 

At Symmetry Commercial, our commitment to quality is unmatched. We create spaces that are not only beautiful but also built to last. We pride ourselves on execution, but also administration & compliance.

We are more than happy to offer a free consultation for those who are interested in working together. Be sure to get in touch by giving us a call at 03 9326 3146 or via email at info@symmetrycommercial.com.au. 

Alternatively, you can pay us a visit at Level 1, 525 Spencer Street, West Melbourne, VIC 3003.

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