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HAVEN ADVOCATES...
Exists to protect and empower homeowners throughout the building and renovation process. Our role is to guide, represent, and advocate for our clients from early planning through to project completion, helping make the process fairer, more transparent, and more cost-effective.
With decades of experience across residential construction, project management, and cost control, we help homeowners avoid common pitfalls, make informed decisions, and maintain clarity around scope, pricing, and outcomes. Everything we do is focused on reducing risk, saving time, and delivering better value at every stage of a project.
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Our Founder
Haven Advocates was founded by David Sharp, who brings over 30 years of experience in the building and construction industry.
David’s background spans hands-on trade experience through to senior management roles, giving him a practical, end-to-end understanding of how residential projects are planned, priced, approved, and delivered. This depth of experience allows him to identify risks early, challenge inefficiencies, and advocate strongly on behalf of homeowners.
Throughout his career, David has seen first-hand how often homeowners are placed in vulnerable positions due to unclear pricing, early commitments, and misaligned incentives. Haven Advocates was created to address these issues and provide homeowners with independent guidance and representation throughout their project.
''After seeing first-hand, over three decades, how poorly the process often worked for homeowners and builders alike, I knew there had to be a better way. The current way and home the industry was run, was broken''
- David Sharp, Founder
Our Approach
Our approach is built on independence, transparency, and advocacy.We work exclusively for homeowners and do not accept commissions, referral fees, or incentives from builders, architects, suppliers, or consultants. This ensures our advice remains objective and focused solely on achieving the best possible outcome for our clients.
By combining detailed cost analysis, clear documentation, and strong industry relationships, we help create accountability across all stages of a project. We believe informed homeowners make better decisions, and our role is to provide the clarity and structure needed to support those decisions.
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Who do Haven Advocates work for?
We work exclusively for homeowners. Our role is to represent your interests throughout the building or renovation process and provide independent guidance from planning through to completion.
We work for you!
Will you work with my local council?
Yes. We have worked with almost all councils and will manage the approval process on your behalf from start to finish. We liaise directly with council officers, certifiers, and relevant consultants to help ensure your application progresses as smoothly and efficiently as possible, while making sure your voice is represented throughout the process.
Are you affiliated with any builders or architects?
No. We are not aligned with any builders, architects, designers, or suppliers and we do not accept commissions, referral fees, or incentives from any parties involved in your project. This ensures our advice remains completely independent and focused solely on achieving the best outcome for you.
Is Haven Advocates a building company?
No. We do not build or design homes. We act as an independent advocate and project guide, helping homeowners make informed decisions and manage the process more effectively.
How is Haven Advocates different from a project builder?
Project builders often require early commitment and may limit your choice of design or consultants.We help you explore options, understand realistic costs, and compare builders before you commit. This provides greater flexibility, stronger negotiation leverage, and more control over the final outcome.
Do you work with both renovations and new builds?
Yes. We provide support for both renovations and new builds, tailoring our involvement to suit the size, complexity, and stage of your project.
Who will I be dealing with throughout the process?
You will have a consistent, experienced point of contact who understands your project from start to finish. You will not be passed between departments or multiple sales representatives. Continuity is central to how we operate.
Why was Haven Advocates created?
Haven Advocates was established after seeing first-hand how often homeowners were exposed to unclear pricing, early commitments, limited choice, and misaligned incentives within the building industry. The goal was to create a fairer and more transparent process, where homeowners have independent representation and stronger protection at every stage of their project.
Is this service only for large or complex projects?
No. While we regularly assist with complex builds, our services are equally valuable for smaller renovations where budget clarity, cost control, and risk management are just as important.
