Bathroom Renovations Kingsville
Kingsville Bathrooms,
Done Beautifully
Delivering exceptional bathroom renovations in Kingsville and across Melbourne for over 20 years. Family-run, fixed pricing, no hidden costs.
Your Kingsville Bathroom, Done Properly
At Smarter Home Renovations, we have been delivering exceptional bathroom renovations in Kingsville 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 Kingsville Homes
Kingsville is a compact triangle of streets bounded by Geelong Road, Williamstown Road and Somerville Road, built up mostly with single-storey timber houses from the Edwardian years and the period just after the First World War. Bathrooms in these homes were usually added to a rear lean-to or a closed-in back verandah, and some houses still have a toilet reached from the back porch.
Typical bathroom work here means rebuilding a cold lean-to bathroom with insulation and new framing, waterproofing properly over timber floors, bringing the toilet inside and adding a skylight or a ducted exhaust fan. Interior bathroom work usually doesn’t need a planning permit from the City of Maribyrnong, and our licensed plumbers and electricians handle every service change and issue the right certificates.
Kingsville at a Glance
- Postcode
- Kingsville VIC 3012
- Council
- City of Maribyrnong
- From the CBD
- About 7 km west
- Typical Homes
- Edwardian timber houses
- Post First World War Californian bungalows
- Single-storey homes on narrow lots
- Townhouses and units
- Property Market
- Median house price$1,078,000
- Median unit price$520,000
- House rent$740 a week
- Unit rent$435 a week
Source: CoreLogic via Your Investment Property, prices to July 2026, rents to September 2026
Before You Start
Planning a Bathroom Renovation in Kingsville
Waterproofing
Timber Floors Under Wet Areas
Most Kingsville bathrooms sit on a timber subfloor carried on stumps that have often moved over the past century. Before any tiling, we check the joists for rot, level or replace the floor with a suitable sheet product, and apply a waterproofing membrane to the Australian Standard. Getting the base right prevents the cracked tiles and slow leaks that are common in older lean-to bathrooms.
Layout
Bringing the Toilet Indoors
Some Kingsville houses still rely on a toilet reached from the back porch or through the laundry. Moving it inside usually means finding space at the rear of the house, running new sewer drainage under the floor and checking the falls to the existing connection. We plan the bathroom, toilet and laundry together so the back of a narrow house works as one.
Light
Daylight Beside a Close Fence
Houses on Kingsville’s narrow frontages sit close to the side fence, so a bathroom window may face a neighbour’s wall only a metre or so away. A skylight or roof window brings daylight in without losing privacy, and obscure glass suits the side window. We check the rafters and the pitch of the lean-to roof before choosing the skylight size.
Ventilation
Steam in Low Lean-To Rooms
Low lean-to ceilings trap steam, which is why many older Kingsville bathrooms have mould on the ceiling and flaking paint. An exhaust fan ducted to the outside, rather than into the roof space, removes the moisture properly. While the walls and ceiling are open, we also add insulation, so surfaces stay warmer and less condensation forms in winter.
Asbestos
Fibre Cement Behind the Tiles
Bathrooms and lean-tos in Kingsville homes built or altered before 1990 may have fibre cement sheeting containing asbestos behind the tiles or on the outside walls. We have suspect materials tested before demolition, and larger amounts are removed by a licensed removalist. Knowing this early avoids a stop in work once the old bathroom has been stripped out.
Get a Free Bathroom Estimate in Kingsville
Two quick steps. We’ll be in touch within one business day to arrange a visit to your Kingsville 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 Kingsville
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 Kingsville 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.
Our Work Near Kingsville
Bathroom Renovations In and Around Kingsville
Kingsville (3012) is about 7 km west of the Melbourne CBD, and well within our regular service area. We renovate bathrooms in Kingsville and its neighbouring suburbs, with the same team, the same fixed pricing and the same attention to detail.
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Can the lean-to bathroom in my Kingsville house be rebuilt in the same spot?
Usually, yes. Many Kingsville bathrooms stay in the rear lean-to, but the old framing, floor and roof there are often in poor condition. We check the structure first, and where the lean-to is beyond repair, rebuilding that section properly can be more practical than patching it. A building permit may be needed if the structure changes.
Do I need a permit for a bathroom renovation in Kingsville?
A like-for-like bathroom renovation inside the house generally doesn’t need a planning permit from the City of Maribyrnong. Structural changes may need a building permit, and in the Queensville Estate heritage area, external changes such as a new window can need a planning permit. Our licensed plumbers and electricians certify the service work when it is finished.
Can we stay in our Kingsville home if it has only one bathroom?
Many Kingsville homes have a single bathroom, so it is worth planning for. Some households stay with family for the wet stages, while others hire a portable bathroom for the yard or use a nearby gym. We keep the work area sealed off from the rest of the house and give you dates for when the water will be turned off.
How long will our Kingsville bathroom renovation take?
Most bathrooms take 2 to 4 weeks once work begins. In older Kingsville homes, extra time can be needed if the timber subfloor has to be replaced, stumps under the room need attention or asbestos must be removed first. We inspect before quoting so those items appear in the written schedule rather than turning up halfway through.
We rent out our Kingsville weatherboard. What does the bathroom need?
Victoria’s rental minimum standards require a bathroom to have a washbasin, a shower or bath, and a supply of hot and cold water. Many older Kingsville bathrooms meet that but have a leaking shower, worn grout or a fan that no longer works. Fixing the waterproofing, replacing tired tapware and improving ventilation usually matter more to tenants than high-end finishes.
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.