Home Renovations Armadale
Armadale Homes,
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Complete home renovations in Armadale and across Melbourne for over 20 years, from a single room to the whole house. Family-run, fixed pricing, no hidden costs.
Your Armadale 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 Armadale.
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 Armadale
Armadale is known for its Victorian and Edwardian villas, Federation homes and leafy streets close to High Street. Many houses have high ceilings, ornate plaster, timber fretwork and original fireplaces, and a large part of the suburb is covered by heritage controls.
Typical projects here restore period features while updating kitchens, bathrooms and services behind them, and replace dated rear additions with living areas that connect to the garden. The City of Stonnington often requires a planning permit for work in heritage areas, so we confirm the requirements early and choose materials that respect the home’s character.
Armadale at a Glance
- Postcode
- Armadale VIC 3143
- Council
- City of Stonnington
- From the CBD
- About 7 km south-east
- Typical Homes
- Victorian villas
- Edwardian and Federation homes
- Interwar homes
- Period apartments
- Property Market
- Median house price$2,185,000
- Median unit price$700,500
- House rent$1,100 a week
- Unit rent$625 a week
Source: CoreLogic via Your Investment Property, prices to July 2026, rents to September 2026
Before You Start
What to Plan For in an Armadale Home Renovation
Heritage
Significant and Contributory Gradings
Stonnington’s heritage studies grade many Armadale houses as significant or contributory to a precinct, and some, such as the 1891 pair at 27 to 29 Wattletree Road, have their own listing. The grading affects how much change council is likely to accept at the front. We look up your property’s overlay and grading before any design work starts.
Planning
Adding Behind Single-Storey Villas
A second storey on a single-storey Armadale villa is often possible in a heritage overlay if it sits well back and is hard to see from the street. Council generally looks at sightlines, materials and how the addition relates to the original roof. We work out a likely setback early, so you know what is realistic before paying for detailed drawings.
Insulation
High Ceilings and Draughts
Victorian and Edwardian rooms with three metre ceilings, open fireplaces and gaps under skirtings lose heat quickly. Ceiling insulation, sealing unused chimneys, draught stripping double-hung windows and secondary glazing make a real difference without changing the look from the street. In Armadale homes these are easiest to do while ceilings and walls are already open.
Electrical
Rewiring a Period Home
Many Armadale homes still have older wiring in the original rooms and newer circuits in the extension. A renovation is the time to rewire, upgrade the switchboard and add circuits for heating, cooling and induction cooking. Our licensed electricians route cables through ceilings and under floors to protect ornate plaster and cornices where possible.
Floors
Baltic Pine and Old Stumps
Many Armadale villas still have Baltic pine floorboards on timber or bluestone stumps. Over a century, stumps can sink and floors can slope towards the back or crack the plaster above. We check the subfloor before quoting so restumping or levelling is in the plan from the start, and match replacement boards where an extension meets the original floor.
Timing
Allowing for Permit Time
Where a planning permit is needed, the approval stage can take longer than a small build itself. Council may want a heritage assessment, notify neighbours or ask for design changes. We check requirements with the City of Stonnington before work starts and set the start date around the permit, so trades aren’t booked for a job that cannot begin.
Get a Free Home Estimate in Armadale
Two quick steps. We’ll be in touch within one business day to arrange a visit to your Armadale 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 Armadale
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 Armadale 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.
Our Work Near Armadale
Home Renovations In and Around Armadale
Armadale (3143) is about 7 km south-east of the Melbourne CBD, and well within our regular service area. We renovate homes in Armadale and its neighbouring suburbs, with the same team, the same fixed pricing and the same attention to detail.
Home Renovations MelbourneHow do I know if my Armadale home is in a heritage overlay?
Your address on VicPlan or the Stonnington planning scheme maps shows any overlay number. The schedule to the overlay then says whether extra controls, such as external paint, internal alterations or trees, apply to that place. Much of Armadale is covered, but not every street. We confirm this for your property before design starts.
Can I demolish the rear addition of my Armadale house?
In a heritage overlay, demolition generally needs a planning permit, even for a later rear addition. Council is usually more flexible with additions that don’t contribute to the heritage value than with original fabric. We work out what is original and what was added later, and check with the City of Stonnington before planning the new work.
Do I need a heritage architect for my Armadale renovation?
Not always. For internal work or small rear changes, a designer familiar with Stonnington’s heritage policies is often enough. For larger extensions or a second storey on a significant graded house, a heritage report or architect can strengthen the planning application. We tell you which applies once we have seen the home and its overlay.
Can we live in our Armadale home while it is renovated?
For work on one part of the house, often yes, especially in larger villas where the front rooms can be closed off. A full renovation that includes rewiring, restumping or a new extension usually means moving out for some or all of the job. We work through the staging with you before the quote is final.
Is it better to renovate my Armadale period home before selling or leave it to the next owner?
Many Armadale buyers want period character and are prepared to plan their own extension, so a full renovation before selling isn’t always the right call. Restoring what is already there, such as repairing cornices, sanding the Baltic pine and fixing the front verandah, often shows the house at its best. Leave work that needs a planning permit unless you have months to spare.
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.