Bathroom Renovations Reservoir
Reservoir Bathrooms,
Done Beautifully
Delivering exceptional bathroom renovations in Reservoir and across Melbourne for over 20 years. Family-run, fixed pricing, no hidden costs.
Your Reservoir Bathroom, Done Properly
At Smarter Home Renovations, we have been delivering exceptional bathroom renovations in Reservoir 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 Reservoir Homes
The typical Reservoir home has a single small bathroom from the 1950s or 1960s, with a separate toilet, a bath with a shower over it and tiles that are cracking or lifting. Timber floors in weatherboard homes can hide moisture damage under old bathrooms, while townhouses and units built more recently usually have two compact bathrooms.
Common Reservoir bathroom work includes rebuilding the main bathroom with new waterproofing, floor framing where needed and modern fixtures, combining the separate toilet with the bathroom to gain space, adding an ensuite during an extension, and improving ventilation. Our Reservoir bathroom project, a period-style bathroom and ensuite, shows a different direction for an older home. Most bathroom work doesn’t need a planning permit from Darebin City Council, and our licensed plumbers provide compliance certificates.
Reservoir at a Glance
- Postcode
- Reservoir VIC 3073
- Council
- Darebin City Council
- From the CBD
- About 12 km north
- Typical Homes
- Post-war weatherboards
- Brick veneer homes
- Townhouses and units
- Former housing commission homes
- Property Market
- Median house price$965,000
- Median unit price$665,000
- House rent$600 a week
- Unit rent$540 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 Reservoir
Layout
Joining Bathroom and Toilet
In most post-war Reservoir houses the toilet sits behind its own door beside a compact bathroom. Knocking through gives room for a separate shower and bath, or a generous walk-in shower with a niche. Some families keep the toilet separate for busy mornings, so we draw both versions and check the wall and drainage first.
Design
Period Style in an Older Home
Reservoir also has older period homes. In our Reservoir bathroom project, the bathroom and ensuite used a tessellated floor with a feature border, antique white brick-pattern wall tiles, a built-in spa bath, period vanities and brass tapware. Choices like these suit a house where the rest of the interior keeps its period detail.
Asbestos
Former Housing Commission Homes
The Housing Commission built large estates in the east of Reservoir, and many of those houses are now privately owned. They were built economically, so bathrooms are small and services basic, and wall or ceiling linings may contain asbestos cement sheet. We check the construction at the first visit and allow for licensed removal where needed.
Waterproofing
Waterproofing Over Timber Floors
Reservoir weatherboards and many brick veneers sit on suspended timber floors that move slightly with the seasons. A bathroom floor needs a sound sheet substrate fixed properly, flexible waterproofing to the Australian Standard and movement joints so tiles do not crack. We never tile straight over old floorboards, even when they look sound.
Ventilation
Damp Ceilings and Subfloors
Many original Reservoir bathrooms have only a small window and no exhaust fan, so mould grows on the ceiling over winter. A fan ducted to the outside, a window that opens properly and a heated towel rail all help. We also check the subfloor under the bathroom, where poor airflow can let moisture build up unnoticed.
Get a Free Bathroom Estimate in Reservoir
Two quick steps. We’ll be in touch within one business day to arrange a visit to your Reservoir 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 Reservoir
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 Reservoir 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 Reservoir
Reservoir (3073) is about 12 km north of the Melbourne CBD, and well within our regular service area. We renovate bathrooms in Reservoir and its neighbouring suburbs, with the same team, the same fixed pricing and the same attention to detail.
Bathroom Renovations MelbourneHave you renovated a bathroom in Reservoir?
Yes. Our Reservoir bathroom renovation project page shows a period-style bathroom and ensuite completed in 2022, with tessellated floor tiles, brick-pattern wall tiles, a built-in spa bath, period vanities and two showers with semi-frameless screens and ceramic bases. It was part of a larger period home renovation in Reservoir, which is also on our website.
Can we get rid of the bath in our Reservoir brick veneer?
Yes. Replacing the bath with a walk-in shower is common in small post-war bathrooms and frees up floor space. If there is no other bath in the house and you have young children, a shower over a bath with a fixed screen is a sensible compromise. We show you both layouts drawn to your room’s measurements.
Will our Reservoir bathroom need a permit?
Internal bathroom renovations generally don’t need a planning permit from Darebin City Council. A building permit can be needed for structural work, such as removing a load-bearing wall. Plumbing and electrical work must be done by licensed trades, and we provide the plumbing compliance certificate and Certificate of Electrical Safety on completion.
Is it worth redoing the bathroom before leasing or selling in Reservoir?
Many Reservoir houses still have original bathrooms, and buyers and tenants quickly notice cracked tiles, leaks and mould. A tidy bathroom that works well tends to matter more than premium fittings. Fix any leaking shower, replace a worn vanity and tapware and add a good exhaust fan. A full rebuild suits a bathroom with failed waterproofing or a damaged 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.