Home Renovations Airport West
Airport West Homes,
Reimagined
Complete home renovations in Airport West and across Melbourne for over 20 years, from a single room to the whole house. Family-run, fixed pricing, no hidden costs.
Your Airport West Home, Done Properly
Hi, I’m Tony Simonovski, owner and founder of our family-run business, Smarter Home Renovations. Established in early 2002, we have over 20 years of professional experience in carpentry, construction, design and home renovations in Airport West.
What Our Clients Say
5.0 out of 5 stars, based on 25 reviews
Exceptional service at reasonable prices!
“We can't recommend Tony and his team enough and we're very grateful for their service. From the onset of the quote, Tony was very professional and clear about what was included. The team were prompt, tidy and the quality of the workmanship was excellent. We will definitely be using Tony and the team again for future renovations.”
Great Experience
“I really can't say enough good things about Smarter Home Renovations! Tony and Milan were wonderful to deal with. They explained every detail of the process and were very responsive with the questions I had along the way. Their attention to detail was outstanding and they really worked hard to make it a great experience for me. Workmanship was great quality, their work ethic was solid and presentation was very professional. I'm extremely pleased with my renovations and would not hesitate to recommend their workmanship. Thanks again.”
Professional all the way
“We initially talked to Smarter Home Renovations due to their reputation and experience. Plus we were referred to them through someone who had already updated their laundry and they were rapt. Tony was personable, a good listener and made sure he understood our needs. He was very flexible in negotiations, ensuring a win-win outcome. The team were highly professional and excellent communicators making sure the work was completed on schedule and to budget. We now have an attractive and spacious family home which we have no intention of leaving! My wife and I would not hesitate to recommend Tony from Smarter Home Renovations.”
Renovating Homes in Airport West
Airport West is a practical family suburb beside the Tullamarine Freeway and Westfield Airport West, with Steele Creek and its linear park running through it. Housing began in the mid-1950s, and the original houses are usually single-storey brick veneer or weatherboard with three bedrooms, one bathroom and a closed layout, mixed with villa units and townhouses on subdivided blocks.
Common projects here are rear extensions with open kitchen and living areas, adding a second bathroom and a main bedroom suite, reworking layouts to bring light into the middle of the house, and improving insulation, glazing and heating. Extensions need a building permit, and we check early with the City of Moonee Valley whether a planning permit or an overlay applies to your block.
Airport West at a Glance
- Postcode
- Airport West VIC 3042
- Council
- City of Moonee Valley
- From the CBD
- About 12 km north-west
- Typical Homes
- 1950s and 1960s brick veneer homes
- Older weatherboard houses
- Villa units on subdivided blocks
- Newer townhouses
- Property Market
- Median house price$1,050,000
- Median unit price$716,500
- House rent$630 a week
- Unit rent$620 a week
Source: CoreLogic via Your Investment Property, prices to July 2026, rents to September 2026
Before You Start
What to Plan For When Renovating in Airport West
Flooding
Overland Flow in Parts of the Suburb
Parts of Airport West are covered by a Special Building Overlay, which identifies land that can be affected by overland flooding when the drainage system overflows. An extension on affected land generally needs a planning permit, and Melbourne Water may set a minimum floor level. We check your address on VicPlan before design, so floor heights are planned from the start.
Windows
Aircraft Noise and Glazing
Some properties in Airport West may be affected by aircraft noise from Melbourne Airport, and parts of Moonee Valley are covered by the Melbourne Airport Environs Overlay. Existing homes don’t have to change, but an extension is a good chance to add thicker glazing, wall and ceiling insulation and well-sealed doors. We check whether the overlay applies to your address.
Structure
Restumping Before Extending
Many of Airport West’s older houses sit on concrete or timber stumps that have moved over the decades, leaving sloping floors, sticking doors and cracked plaster. Joining a new extension to a house that is out of level causes problems at the junction. We check the stumps and floor levels first and include restumping or packing in the quote where it is needed.
Neighbours
Extending on a Subdivided Block
Where an Airport West block has had a unit built behind it, the remaining yard can be tight, with a shared driveway close to the house. An extension still has to meet setback, site coverage and overshadowing rules, and a smaller lot may need a planning permit. We measure the site and check the rules before you commit to a design.
Asbestos
Asbestos in Postwar Houses
Airport West homes built before 1990 may contain asbestos cement sheeting in the eaves, wet areas, external cladding or an old laundry, and demolition for an extension often disturbs these areas. Larger amounts must be removed by a licensed removalist under strict controls. We arrange testing before work starts, so any removal is planned into the program rather than discovered halfway through.
Get a Free Home Estimate in Airport West
Two quick steps. We’ll be in touch within one business day to arrange a visit to your Airport West 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 Home Renovations in Airport West
Living Areas & Open Plan
Knock out walls, open up floor plans, upgrade flooring and lighting, transforming how your family uses the heart of your home.
Extensions & Additions
Need more space? We design and build home extensions that integrate seamlessly with your existing structure, inside and out.
Flooring & Finishes
Timber, tiles, polished concrete or carpet; we supply and install quality flooring, paired with painting and plastering to match.
Built-In Joinery
Custom wardrobes, entertainment units, bookshelves and storage walls, built to your exact dimensions and finished to a high standard.
Electrical & Lighting
Updated power points, new light fittings, downlights, dimmer switches and data cabling, all by licensed electricians.
Painting & Plastering
Interior and exterior painting, skim coating, patching and full repaint, finished with precision and cleaned up completely.
Your Airport West Home 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.
Home Renovations In and Around Airport West
Airport West (3042) is about 12 km north-west of the Melbourne CBD, and well within our regular service area. We renovate homes in Airport West and its neighbouring suburbs, with the same team, the same fixed pricing and the same attention to detail.
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Do I need a planning permit to extend my Airport West home?
It depends on your block. A single-storey rear extension on a standard lot often needs only a building permit, but a planning permit can be required on smaller lots or where an overlay such as the Special Building Overlay applies. We check your property’s zone and overlays with the City of Moonee Valley before design starts.
Will aircraft noise affect an extension in Airport West?
Some Airport West properties may be affected by aircraft noise, and the Melbourne Airport Environs Overlay applies to some properties in Moonee Valley. It mainly limits new dwellings and other sensitive uses rather than extensions to an existing home, though noise attenuation can be required in some cases. We check your address and suggest glazing and insulation that reduce noise indoors.
Can we add a second storey to our Airport West house?
Sometimes. A brick veneer house on stumps can often take a second storey with new footings and a lightweight frame, but it is a major project that needs engineering, a building permit and possibly a planning permit. On many Airport West blocks a single-storey rear extension is simpler and quicker. We help you compare both before you decide.
Can we stay at home during the renovation?
Often, for a rear extension, because most of the work happens at the back until the new rooms are joined to the old. Kitchen and bathroom work, rewiring or restumping may need short periods away. With a driveway down one side, many Airport West homes let trades reach the backyard without walking through the house.
Should we renovate before selling our Airport West home or sell it as it is?
Airport West buyers range from families wanting a finished home to people looking at the land for units, so the right answer depends on your block and the house. Painting, fixing leaks, sanding floors and tidying the garden usually help either way. A major extension involves months of design, permits and building, so it generally makes sense only if you intend to stay.
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.