Bathroom Renovations Keilor
Keilor Bathrooms,
Done Beautifully
Delivering exceptional bathroom renovations in Keilor and across Melbourne for over 20 years. Family-run, fixed pricing, no hidden costs.
Your Keilor Bathroom, Done Properly
At Smarter Home Renovations, we have been delivering exceptional bathroom renovations in Keilor 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 Keilor Homes
Many Keilor homes date from the 1960s to the 1980s, so original bathrooms tend to feature coloured or patterned tiles, a separate toilet, a bath, and in many cases a small ensuite off the main bedroom. On concrete slabs the layout is fixed by the drainage, and older shower bases and grout have often started to leak.
Keilor bathroom renovations commonly involve full strip-outs with new waterproofing, replacing a shower over bath with a frameless walk-in shower, enlarging a cramped ensuite, and adding storage with wall-hung vanities. Most interior work doesn’t need a planning permit from Brimbank City Council, and every plumbing and electrical change is done by licensed trades with compliance certificates supplied at the end.
Keilor at a Glance
- Postcode
- Keilor VIC 3036
- Council
- Brimbank City Council
- From the CBD
- About 17 km north-west
- Typical Homes
- 1960s to 1980s brick and brick veneer homes
- Large family homes on bigger blocks
- Older homes near Keilor Village
- Units and townhouses
- Property Market
- Median house price$1,206,000
- House rent$622 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 Keilor Bathroom
Plumbing
Drainage Under a Concrete Slab
Many Keilor brick veneer homes from the 1960s to the 1980s are built on a concrete slab, so moving a toilet or shower means cutting the slab to relocate drains. It can be done, but keeping fixtures near their current waste points saves time and cost. We locate the existing drains before suggesting a new layout.
Layout
One Main Bathroom for a Big Household
Larger Keilor family homes often have one main bathroom serving three or four bedrooms. A double vanity, a separate toilet with its own small basin, and a bath and shower side by side help busy mornings run smoothly. If there is space, a powder room near the living area takes pressure off the main bathroom.
Waterproofing
Leaking Original Shower Bases
Original tiled shower bases in Keilor homes of this era often had no membrane, or one that has since failed, and leaks show up as swollen skirting, loose tiles or damp carpet in the next room. A renovation replaces the base with a new waterproofing system to the Australian Standard, and we check neighbouring walls for hidden damage when we strip out.
Asbestos
Sheeting Behind the Tiles
Keilor houses built before 1990 may have asbestos cement sheet behind bathroom tiles or in the ceiling, and some older vinyl floor coverings contain it too. It is safe left undisturbed but must be handled properly during demolition, with larger amounts removed by a licensed removalist. We include this check in the scope before work begins.
Ventilation
Internal Ensuites With No Window
Some Keilor ensuites sit in the middle of the house with no outside wall, relying on a small fan that vents into the roof. A new fan ducted to the outside, sized for the room and wired to run on after the light switches off, clears steam properly. A skylight or solar tube can bring daylight into a windowless room.
Get a Free Bathroom Estimate in Keilor
Two quick steps. We’ll be in touch within one business day to arrange a visit to your Keilor 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 Keilor
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 Keilor 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 Keilor
Keilor (3036) is about 17 km north-west of the Melbourne CBD, and well within our regular service area. We renovate bathrooms in Keilor and its neighbouring suburbs, with the same team, the same fixed pricing and the same attention to detail.
Bathroom Renovations MelbourneNearby suburbs we service
Does Brimbank City Council need to approve a bathroom renovation in Keilor?
Generally not for work inside an existing bathroom. Planning permits are usually only relevant where the outside of the house changes, for example in the Keilor Village heritage area, or where an extension is added. Waterproofing, plumbing and electrical work still have to meet the relevant standards, and we provide the compliance certificates.
Can we turn a small 1970s ensuite in Keilor into a larger one?
Usually. Keilor homes of this era often have a generous built-in robe or a hallway beside the ensuite, and borrowing part of that space can fit a bigger shower and a double vanity. On a slab, the drains guide where the toilet and shower can go. We sketch a few options at the first visit.
Do we need to move out while the main bathroom is done?
Rarely. Most Keilor family homes have a second toilet or an ensuite, so the household can keep going while the main bathroom is renovated. Most bathrooms take 2 to 4 weeks. We seal off the work area and clean up daily, which matters when the bathroom opens off a carpeted hallway.
We plan to sell our Keilor home next year. Is the bathroom worth updating first?
In many Keilor homes from the 1960s to the 1980s, the bathroom is one of the most visibly dated rooms, with coloured tiles and a worn vanity. If you are short on time, focus on leaks, grout, silicone, tapware and lighting. A full renovation takes a few weeks plus planning, so start early and choose neutral finishes that suit a wide range of buyers or tenants.
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.