Bathroom Renovations Airport West
Airport West Bathrooms,
Done Beautifully
Delivering exceptional bathroom renovations in Airport West and across Melbourne for over 20 years. Family-run, fixed pricing, no hidden costs.
Your Airport West Bathroom, Done Properly
At Smarter Home Renovations, we have been delivering exceptional bathroom renovations in Airport West for over 20 years. Established in early 2002, our family-run business is proud to provide friendly, fast, fair, and efficient home renovation services throughout metropolitan Melbourne.
What Our Clients Say
5.0 out of 5 stars, based on 25 reviews
Powder room & laundry into a small bathroom
“We are delighted with our new bathroom. Tony made the entire process very easy for us, which is what you want when renovating. Nothing was too much trouble and he was very patient with all our questions and provided great advice on the design and installation. The workmanship was of high quality and the quote was highly competitive. Highly recommend Tony and his team!”
Bathroom renovations: stressless and wonderful
“Thank you, Tony and your team, for a stressless and wonderful bathroom renovation. Our 4-year-old townhouse bathroom and ensuite showers had serious leakage issues, with water leaking into the walls and between floors. The builder was happy to silicone the problem as a solution. The only options were to replace the showers, or a full renovation for both rooms. We chose the latter. Tony provided a competitive quote. Despite the inevitable out-of-square bathroom issues, the job was completed without stress, on-time and in budget, and the finish was fabulous. And square. We are now looking at a kitchen update. Tony, find some time. Highly recommend Tony and the team.”
Wow! Now that's a bathroom
“In such difficult times we were so grateful that we picked Tony and his crew to renovate our bathroom. His knowledge of the industry and his attention to detail is second to none. Tony was always easy to contact and happy to discuss any issues. The standard of workmanship was outstanding. We love our new bathroom!”
Renovating Bathrooms in Airport West Homes
Most Airport West homes date from the mid-1950s onwards, when housing spread west from the tram line along the suburb’s eastern edge. The original cream and orange brick houses were usually built with one bathroom and a separate toilet, finished in pastel or patterned tiles that have often been patched rather than replaced. Villa units on subdivided blocks tend to have small, functional bathrooms and a narrow ensuite.
Typical bathroom projects here include full strip-outs of original bathrooms with new waterproofing, swapping a bath for a larger walk-in shower, adding a second bathroom or ensuite to a family home, and reworking cramped unit ensuites. Interior bathroom work generally doesn’t need a planning permit from the City of Moonee Valley, though units with common property may also need owners corporation consent.
Airport West at a Glance
- Postcode
- Airport West VIC 3042
- Council
- City of Moonee Valley
- From the CBD
- About 12 km north-west
- Typical Homes
- 1950s and 1960s brick veneer homes
- Older weatherboard houses
- Villa units on subdivided blocks
- Newer townhouses
- Property Market
- Median house price$1,050,000
- Median unit price$716,500
- House rent$630 a week
- Unit rent$620 a week
Source: CoreLogic via Your Investment Property, prices to July 2026, rents to September 2026
Before You Start
Before You Renovate a Bathroom in Airport West
Floors
Timber Floors Under Old Showers
Many of Airport West’s 1950s and 1960s houses sit on stumps, with timber floor framing under the bathroom. Decades of small leaks from a tiled shower recess or cracked grout often soften the joists and sheeting below. We lift the old floor, replace any damaged timber and lay a new substrate before waterproofing, so the new tiles sit on a sound, level base.
Layout
Keeping or Joining the Separate Toilet
A separate toilet beside the bathroom is a familiar Airport West layout. Taking out the wall between them creates room for a walk-in shower and a wider vanity, but some families would rather keep a second toilet for busy mornings. We draw both options so you can compare the space, the plumbing involved and how your household actually uses the rooms.
Asbestos
Asbestos Behind Original Tiles
Bathrooms in homes built before 1990 may have asbestos cement sheeting behind the wall tiles, in the ceiling or under the floor, and that includes many original Airport West houses. It is safe until disturbed, which a strip-out does. Larger amounts must be removed by a licensed removalist before demolition, so we arrange testing where it is suspected and plan the removal into the schedule.
Apartments
Ensuites in Villa Units
Units built on subdivided Airport West blocks often have an ensuite squeezed beside the main bedroom, with a small shower base and almost no storage. A wall-hung vanity, a recessed mirror cabinet and a frameless screen can make the room feel larger. Where the unit is part of an owners corporation, we check whether plumbing changes need its approval before work starts.
Ventilation
Clearing Steam From Brick Bathrooms
Original Airport West bathrooms often rely on a small window or a passive ceiling vent, and moisture lingers on cold brick walls through winter, leaving mould on grout and ceilings. An exhaust fan ducted outside, rather than into the roof space, is the simplest fix. We size the fan to the room and place it near the shower so steam clears quickly.
Get a Free Bathroom Estimate in Airport West
Two quick steps. We’ll be in touch within one business day to arrange a visit to your Airport West home.
- 1Tell us about your project
Two quick steps. It takes about two minutes.
- 2We call you back
Tony will be in touch within one business day to talk through your ideas.
- 3Free on-site consultation
We visit, measure up and listen to how you want the space to work.
- 4Fixed-price quote
A detailed, itemised quote. What we quote is what you pay.
No obligation, no pressure
Family-run since 2002. Your estimate is free and your details are never shared with third parties.
Your Bathroom Renovations in Airport West
Waterproofing
Applied by licensed trades to the Australian Standard for wet areas, and checked before a single tile goes down.
Tiling & Feature Walls
Floor and wall tiling, niches and feature walls, set out carefully so cuts and grout lines look right.
Vanities & Storage
Wall-hung or floor-standing vanities, mirror cabinets and recessed shelving that make the most of the space.
Showers & Baths
Walk-in showers, frameless screens, freestanding or built-in baths, chosen to suit your layout and routine.
Plumbing & Tapware
Licensed plumbers handle rough-in, drainage and fit-off, with tapware and toilets installed to manufacturer specs.
Lighting & Ventilation
LED lighting, heated towel rails and an exhaust fan ducted outside to keep moisture and mould under control.
Your Airport West Bathroom in 5 Steps
Meet & Greet
We get to know you and your specific needs. And you find out more about us to make sure we are a good fit.
Consult & Design
We ask lots of questions to understand your ideal outcome for your project. We discuss layout, budget, colours and more.
Quote
A comprehensive quotation outlining all the details, costs and timelines to complete your project.
Construct & Manage
Time to get to work with all our suppliers and trades to construct your project and deliver it as promised.
Deliver
We strive to deliver your project on time and on budget. We believe in 100% customer satisfaction from start to finish.
Bathroom Renovations In and Around Airport West
Airport West (3042) is about 12 km north-west of the Melbourne CBD, and well within our regular service area. We renovate bathrooms in Airport West and its neighbouring suburbs, with the same team, the same fixed pricing and the same attention to detail.
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Do I need a permit to renovate a bathroom in Airport West?
Usually not a planning permit, because the work is inside the house. If walls move or the structure is altered, a building permit may also be required. Licensed plumbers sign off the work with a compliance certificate, and the electrical work comes with a Certificate of Electrical Safety. We confirm any requirements with the City of Moonee Valley before starting.
Can I add a second bathroom to my Airport West house?
Often, yes. Many Airport West homes have a third bedroom, an enclosed sunroom or a deep laundry that can become an ensuite or second bathroom, and a floor on stumps makes new drainage easier to run than cutting a slab. We check where waste pipes can connect and whether a building permit is needed for any wall changes.
How long will our Airport West bathroom be out of action?
Most bathrooms take 2 to 4 weeks, depending on size, floor repairs, any asbestos removal and your tile choices. If your home has only one bathroom, we plan the stages with you, keep the separate toilet working for as long as possible and tell you in advance which days the shower will be unavailable.
Does my Airport West unit need owners corporation approval?
If your villa unit or townhouse has an owners corporation, work affecting common property, shared plumbing or the exterior usually needs its approval, and its rules may set work hours. Many Airport West unit groups are small, so the process is often simple. We supply drawings and details and coordinate with the owners corporation for you.
Is it worth updating the bathroom before selling an Airport West home?
Buyers in Airport West often compare original houses with the newer townhouses nearby, so a dated or leaking bathroom can stand out at inspections. If the waterproofing is sound, regrouting, a new vanity, new tapware and a fresh shower screen may be enough. A full renovation makes more sense if you plan to stay, or if the shower is already leaking into the floor.
Ready to Start Your Renovation?
No matter the project, our team has the right solution. Get in touch today for a free, no-obligation quote, and let's get your renovation underway.