Bathroom Renovations Avondale Heights
Avondale Heights Bathrooms,
Done Beautifully
Delivering exceptional bathroom renovations in Avondale Heights and across Melbourne for over 20 years. Family-run, fixed pricing, no hidden costs.
Your Avondale Heights Bathroom, Done Properly
At Smarter Home Renovations, we have been delivering exceptional bathroom renovations in Avondale Heights 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
Bathroom Renovation: broken pipe, no stress
“I contacted Smarter Home Renovations as my bathroom in Avondale Heights required a renovation due to a broken pipe within the slab. Tony was so helpful and was prompt to coordinate a quote. The communication between himself, the real estate and tenant was outstanding. Tony sent photos of the renovation through each stage as I was interstate. The bathroom was kept clean and safe during the entire renovation. The renovation looks modern and neat, the broken pipe fixed, as it should have been plumbed in the first place! Thank you Tony and your team of tradies.”
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.”
Renovating Bathrooms in Avondale Heights Homes
Bathrooms in Avondale Heights homes are often original to the 1960s and 1970s and were built to last, with full-height tiles, a bath, a separate shower and a separate toilet. Many larger houses also have a second bathroom on the lower level. The tiles may still look fine, but the waterproofing, plumbing and ventilation behind them are often at the end of their life.
Avondale Heights bathroom projects often involve stripping back original bathrooms and waterproofing to current standards, reworking layouts for a larger shower and better storage, updating lower-level bathrooms and toilets, and adding ensuites to main bedrooms that never had one. Interior bathroom work generally doesn’t need a planning permit from the City of Moonee Valley; licensed plumbers and electricians handle every change.
Avondale Heights at a Glance
- Postcode
- Avondale Heights VIC 3034
- Council
- City of Moonee Valley
- From the CBD
- About 11 km north-west
- Typical Homes
- 1960s and 1970s brick homes
- Postwar brick veneer homes
- Double-storey family homes
- Units and townhouses
- Property Market
- Median house price$1,110,000
- Median unit price$794,500
- House rent$592 a week
- Unit rent$650 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 Avondale Heights
Waterproofing
Behind the Original Tiles
Bathrooms in 1960s and 1970s Avondale Heights homes were often tiled onto a thick mortar bed with little or no modern membrane. They can look sound while water slowly seeps into the slab or wall framing around the shower. Stripping back to the structure and waterproofing to the Australian Standard is usually the only lasting fix.
Layout
Separate Bath, Shower and Toilet
Many Avondale Heights homes have a bathroom with a bath and separate shower, plus a toilet in its own small room. Some owners keep that separation, while others combine the spaces for a larger walk-in shower and double vanity. We draw both versions so you can weigh privacy against space.
Asbestos
Asbestos in Older Linings
Homes built in Avondale Heights before 1990 may contain asbestos in places such as bathroom wall sheeting, eaves or old floor coverings. We arrange testing before demolition. Larger amounts must be removed by a licensed removalist, and we include this in the program so it doesn’t hold up the job.
Plumbing
Lower-Level Bathrooms
Where a home steps down the slope towards the Maribyrnong valley, the lower floor bathroom can sit close to or below the level of the sewer connection. Moving fixtures in these Avondale Heights homes may need careful drainage design and, in some cases, a pump. Our licensed plumbers check the levels before we commit to a new layout.
Design
Adding an Ensuite
Many Avondale Heights homes were built with one main bathroom upstairs for the whole family. An ensuite can often fit by borrowing space from a walk-in robe, a small bedroom or a rear extension. We check drainage routes and the structure so the new room works with the existing floor.
Get a Free Bathroom Estimate in Avondale Heights
Two quick steps. We’ll be in touch within one business day to arrange a visit to your Avondale Heights 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 Avondale Heights
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 Avondale Heights 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 Avondale Heights
Avondale Heights (3034) is about 11 km north-west of the Melbourne CBD, and well within our regular service area. We renovate bathrooms in Avondale Heights and its neighbouring suburbs, with the same team, the same fixed pricing and the same attention to detail.
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Our 1970s Avondale Heights bathroom tiles look fine. Why replace them?
Tiles can look good while the waterproofing beneath has failed. Signs include loose or drummy tiles, crumbling grout, stains on nearby walls or skirting and a musty smell. Once water gets into the slab or framing, retiling alone will not fix it. We inspect the room and explain whether a full strip-out is needed.
Can you renovate the downstairs bathroom too?
Yes. Lower-level bathrooms and toilets in Avondale Heights homes are often original and used less, so they can be renovated at the same time or later. We look at drainage, ventilation and damp, which can be an issue where the lower floor is built into the slope.
Does an Avondale Heights bathroom renovation need a permit?
Most internal bathroom work does not need a planning permit from the City of Moonee Valley. Structural changes, such as removing walls or extending, may need a building permit. All plumbing and electrical work is done by licensed trades, and we provide compliance certificates and a Certificate of Electrical Safety.
Is it worth updating the bathroom before selling our Avondale Heights home?
Original 1960s and 1970s bathrooms are common in Avondale Heights, so a refreshed one can help a home stand out to buyers. If the tiles and waterproofing are sound, new tapware, vanity, lighting and fresh grout may be enough. Where there are leaks or damage, repairs should come first so building inspections do not raise concerns.
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.