Bathroom Renovations Thomastown
Thomastown Bathrooms,
Done Beautifully
Delivering exceptional bathroom renovations in Thomastown and across Melbourne for over 20 years. Family-run, fixed pricing, no hidden costs.
Your Thomastown Bathroom, Done Properly
At Smarter Home Renovations, we have been delivering exceptional bathroom renovations in Thomastown 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 Thomastown Homes
Original bathrooms in Thomastown’s postwar homes usually have shoulder-height wall tiles, a bath with a shower over it, a separate toilet and a vanity that has seen better days. Many homes still have just one bathroom for the whole family, while units and townhouses in the area often have compact bathrooms with little storage.
Typical Thomastown bathroom projects include full strip-outs with new waterproofing and tiling, replacing baths with walk-in showers, improving storage and ventilation, and adding a second toilet or an ensuite where layouts allow. Many owners also ask for grab rails and step-free showers for older family members. Interior bathroom work in Thomastown rarely needs a planning permit from the City of Whittlesea, but all plumbing, waterproofing and electrical work is done by licensed trades and certified.
Thomastown at a Glance
- Postcode
- Thomastown VIC 3074
- Council
- City of Whittlesea
- From the CBD
- About 15 km north
- Typical Homes
- Postwar brick veneer homes
- 1960s and 1970s triple-fronted homes
- Units and townhouses
- Newer infill homes
- Property Market
- Median house price$789,000
- Median unit price$607,500
- House rent$550 a week
- Unit rent$480 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 Thomastown
Timing
One Bathroom for a Whole Household
Thomastown filled with houses after the war as factories opened nearby, and most homes from the 1950s and 1960s were built with a single bathroom and a separate toilet. If that one room is being stripped, plan how the household will shower for the 2 to 4 weeks the work usually takes, or stage the toilet so it stays usable.
Accessibility
Grab Rails and Step-Free Showers
Many Thomastown homes have been owned by the same family since the 1960s or 1970s, and some now house grandparents as well as children. A level-entry shower, a fold-down seat, slip-resistant tiles and timber noggins in the walls for rails can be built in now, even if the rails themselves go in later.
Asbestos
Cement Sheet Behind the Tiles
Bathrooms in pre-1990 Thomastown homes often have fibre cement sheet behind wall tiles, under the floor or in the ceiling, and some of it contains asbestos. It needs testing before demolition. Small amounts can be handled under strict controls, while larger amounts have to be removed by a licensed removalist, and we allow for this in the quote.
Plumbing
An Ensuite in a Triple-Fronted Home
Triple-fronted homes in Thomastown usually have a generous main bedroom at the front and a hallway bathroom further back. An ensuite can sometimes come from a deep built-in robe or a small third bedroom. The question is where the waste can run, because many of these homes are on stumps and the sewer connection is usually at the rear.
Apartments
Units on Shared Blocks
Older Thomastown lots have often been split for two or three units, many with a compact bathroom against a common wall. Where there is an owners corporation, approval may be needed for noise, work hours or any change to shared pipes. We coordinate with the owners corporation and keep noise to agreed hours for your neighbours.
Get a Free Bathroom Estimate in Thomastown
Two quick steps. We’ll be in touch within one business day to arrange a visit to your Thomastown 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 Thomastown
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 Thomastown 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 Thomastown
Thomastown (3074) is about 15 km north of the Melbourne CBD, and well within our regular service area. We renovate bathrooms in Thomastown and its neighbouring suburbs, with the same team, the same fixed pricing and the same attention to detail.
Bathroom Renovations MelbourneDoes a Thomastown bathroom renovation need council approval?
Rarely. Replacing fixtures, tiles and waterproofing inside an existing bathroom generally needs no planning permit from the City of Whittlesea. Moving walls or extending the house for a new bathroom may need a building permit. Every job finishes with a plumbing compliance certificate and a Certificate of Electrical Safety, and we check any permit questions before work starts.
Can you make our Thomastown bathroom safer for my parents?
Yes. In many Thomastown homes the bath is the hardest thing for older family members to use. Swapping it for a step-free shower, adding grab rails, a raised toilet and brighter lighting makes a big difference. We can keep the look warm and modern rather than clinical, and talk through what will help in years to come.
Our house is on stumps. Does that change how the bathroom is built?
It can. Many postwar Thomastown homes have a timber floor on stumps, so we check the joists and subfloor for rot or movement before tiling. A tiled floor needs a stiff, level base, and waterproofing to the Australian Standard has to suit a timber floor that moves slightly. We tell you what we find before work continues.
We are renting out our Thomastown house. Is the bathroom worth doing first?
Often a tidy, sound bathroom matters more than a new one. In Thomastown’s 1960s homes look for leaks around the bath, loose or drummy tiles, a tired vanity and an exhaust fan that no longer clears steam. Fixing these may be enough for tenants or buyers. A full renovation makes more sense when the waterproofing has failed or the room is in poor shape.
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.