Bathroom Renovations Chadstone
Chadstone Bathrooms,
Done Beautifully
Delivering exceptional bathroom renovations in Chadstone and across Melbourne for over 20 years. Family-run, fixed pricing, no hidden costs.
Your Chadstone Bathroom, Done Properly
At Smarter Home Renovations, we have been delivering exceptional bathroom renovations in Chadstone 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 Chadstone Homes
Chadstone’s postwar homes, including the precast concrete houses the Housing Commission built from panels cast at its Holmesglen factory, usually have one small bathroom with a bath, a pedestal basin and a separate toilet, many still with original or 1980s tiles. In the weatherboards, the bathroom floor is often timber over stumps, which affects waterproofing. Townhouses on subdivided blocks typically have a main bathroom upstairs and a powder room below.
Typical Chadstone bathroom projects include replacing timber subfloors or strengthening framing before waterproofing, making the most of small rooms with walk-in showers and wall-hung vanities, adding a second toilet where the layout allows, and giving townhouse bathrooms better storage. Most bathroom work doesn’t need a planning permit from the City of Monash, but all plumbing, electrical and waterproofing is done by licensed trades.
Chadstone at a Glance
- Postcode
- Chadstone VIC 3148
- Council
- City of Monash
- From the CBD
- About 14 km south-east
- Typical Homes
- Postwar Housing Commission concrete houses
- 1950s and 1960s weatherboard homes
- Brick veneer homes
- Dual-occupancy townhouses
- Units
- Property Market
- Median house price$1,330,000
- Median unit price$855,888
- House rent$650 a week
- Unit rent$680 a week
Source: CoreLogic via Your Investment Property, prices to July 2026, rents to September 2026
Before You Start
What to Plan For in a Chadstone Bathroom
Structure
Solid Concrete Walls
A Housing Commission concrete house in Chadstone has walls cast as solid panels rather than framed in timber, so new pipes and wiring can’t simply be hidden inside them. Plumbing usually runs through the floor or behind a new stud lining, and any new opening needs an engineer’s advice. We confirm how your house was built before planning the layout.
Waterproofing
Timber Floors Over Stumps
Many Chadstone weatherboards have a bathroom floor of boards on joists, which can flex enough to crack tiles and split a waterproof membrane. We usually replace it with compressed sheet flooring or stiffen the joists, then waterproof to the Australian Standard before tiling. A level, rigid floor is also what makes a step-free shower possible in these houses.
Asbestos
Fibro Behind the Tiles
Bathrooms in Chadstone homes built before 1990 may have asbestos cement sheeting behind the wall tiles, under the floor coverings or in the eaves near an exhaust outlet. Samples are tested before demolition, and larger amounts need a licensed removalist. Knowing early keeps the program and the quote accurate rather than stopping work partway through the strip-out.
Plumbing
Upstairs Townhouse Bathrooms
In the dual-occupancy townhouses that have replaced many original Chadstone houses, the main bathroom often sits directly above the living room. A leak there shows up in the ceiling below, so waste pipes, shower grates and membranes need extra care. We check how the pipes can be reached from below and plan the shower fall before you choose tiles.
Layout
Room for a Second Toilet
Three-bedroom Chadstone homes with one bathroom often have the toilet in a narrow room beside it. Shifting a wall to fit a small basin, or turning part of the laundry or a linen cupboard into a powder room, can ease the morning rush for a family. We look at where the drains run under the house before suggesting which option suits.
Ventilation
Steam in Small Rooms
Original Chadstone bathrooms often rely on a small window and have no exhaust fan, so steam lingers and mould forms on the ceiling. A ducted fan vented to the outside, rather than into the roof space, and a ceiling paint made for wet areas keep the room drier. In concrete houses we plan the duct route through the ceiling first.
Get a Free Bathroom Estimate in Chadstone
Two quick steps. We’ll be in touch within one business day to arrange a visit to your Chadstone 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 Chadstone
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 Chadstone 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 Projects
Bathroom Renovations In and Around Chadstone
Chadstone (3148) is about 14 km south-east of the Melbourne CBD, and well within our regular service area. We renovate bathrooms in Chadstone and its neighbouring suburbs, with the same team, the same fixed pricing and the same attention to detail.
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Can you renovate a bathroom in a Chadstone concrete house?
Yes. The Housing Commission’s precast concrete houses in Chadstone have solid walls, so the work is planned differently from a framed house. Pipes and wiring usually travel through the floor, the ceiling or a new stud lining, and cutting any new opening needs engineering advice. The rooms tend to be small, so a walk-in shower and a wall-hung vanity make good use of the space.
Do I need a permit for a bathroom renovation in Chadstone?
Usually not a planning permit from the City of Monash when the work stays inside the house. A building permit can be needed if walls are removed or the structure changes. Plumbing work is certified with a compliance certificate and electrical work with a Certificate of Electrical Safety. We confirm what applies to your home before any work starts.
How long will our Chadstone bathroom be out of action?
Most bathrooms take 2 to 4 weeks, depending on the size of the room, any subfloor repairs and whether the layout changes. Replacing a timber floor in a weatherboard or building out a wall lining in a concrete house can add a few days. If it is your only bathroom, we talk through the schedule early so you can plan around it.
We’re selling our Chadstone house soon. Is the bathroom worth updating?
Buyers looking at Chadstone’s original houses will often compare them with nearby townhouses that have newer bathrooms. A dated but sound room can usually be presented well with regrouting, a new vanity and tapware, a working exhaust fan and fresh paint. A full renovation takes weeks and generally suits owners who plan to stay. We can tell you which jobs matter most before you list.
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.