Home Renovations Ashwood
Ashwood Homes,
Reimagined
Complete home renovations in Ashwood and across Melbourne for over 20 years, from a single room to the whole house. Family-run, fixed pricing, no hidden costs.
Your Ashwood 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 Ashwood.
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 Ashwood
Ashwood takes its name from neighbouring Ashburton and Burwood, and most of it was built in the 1950s and 1960s, from Housing Commission estates near the Glen Waverley line to private brick veneer and weatherboard family homes. Units and townhouses now fill in older blocks. The original houses are often small by today’s standards, with closed-off rooms, a single bathroom and dated kitchens.
Common home projects here include opening up living areas, renovating kitchens and bathrooms, adding an ensuite or second bathroom, updating weatherboards and windows, and refreshing units and townhouses before a sale or a move in. We confirm any permit requirements with the City of Monash before work starts.
Ashwood at a Glance
- Postcode
- Ashwood VIC 3147
- Council
- City of Monash
- From the CBD
- About 13 km south-east
- Typical Homes
- 1950s and 1960s brick veneer homes
- Postwar weatherboard homes
- Housing Commission houses near the railway
- Units
- Townhouses
- Property Market
- Median house price$1,400,000
- Median unit price$1,050,000
- House rent$685 a week
- Unit rent$710 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 Ashwood
Heritage
Heritage Places in Ashwood
Ashwood has a place on the Victorian Heritage Register, the concrete Ctesiphon supermarket and residence designed by Robin Boyd on Cleveland Road. Most Ashwood houses are not heritage listed, but your property report will show any overlay that applies. We check this before design starts so a heritage control doesn’t surprise you late in the project.
Flooding
Flood Overlays Near the Creek
The SES lists Ashwood among the Monash areas with some flood risk, and Gardiners Creek along the northern edge of the suburb can rise quickly in intense rain. Parts of Ashwood may be in a flood overlay that sets minimum floor levels for an extension. We check your property early, because this can change the design and the floor height.
Layout
Adding to a Small House
Many original Ashwood homes have three bedrooms and one bathroom on a flat block with a decent backyard. A single-storey rear extension with a family room, kitchen and ensuite is a common approach, keeping plenty of garden while reorganising the house. We plan the link carefully so the old hallway doesn’t become a long, dark corridor.
Trees
Monash Tree Controls
Established trees are part of Ashwood’s streets and gardens. Monash has controls on removing or lopping larger canopy trees on residential land, particularly near the front and rear boundaries, so an extension near a big tree may need a permit or a change of design. We check the controls and root zones before siting the extension.
Materials
Weatherboard Upkeep
Ashwood’s postwar weatherboards often have original boards that need repair, flaking paint and gaps around the window frames. Replacing damaged boards, sealing joints and repainting with good preparation protect the frame behind. Where you are extending, we match the board profile so the new part blends with the original house.
Asbestos
Testing Before Demolition
Ashwood homes built before 1990 may have asbestos cement sheeting in the eaves, wet areas, sheds and garages, and around old heaters. Testing before any demolition confirms what is there, and larger amounts are removed by a licensed removalist. We build it into the program so the start of the job isn’t held up.
Get a Free Home Estimate in Ashwood
Two quick steps. We’ll be in touch within one business day to arrange a visit to your Ashwood 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 Ashwood
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 Ashwood 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 Ashwood
Home Renovations In and Around Ashwood
Ashwood (3147) is about 13 km south-east of the Melbourne CBD, and well within our regular service area. We renovate homes in Ashwood and its neighbouring suburbs, with the same team, the same fixed pricing and the same attention to detail.
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Is my Ashwood home affected by heritage controls?
Most Ashwood homes are not. The suburb does have heritage places, such as Robin Boyd’s Ctesiphon building on Cleveland Road, which is on the Victorian Heritage Register. A VicPlan property report for your address lists any overlays. We check this, along with flood and tree controls, before design starts so the plans suit the approvals.
Should we extend or build up in Ashwood?
On Ashwood’s flat blocks with good backyards, a ground floor extension is often simpler and keeps everything on one level. A second storey keeps more of the garden but needs more structural work, and it is more likely to need a planning permit. We compare both against your needs, your block and the planning controls.
Can we live in our Ashwood house during a renovation?
Often, for much of the work. A rear extension can be built while you use the front rooms, but when the kitchen or the only bathroom is replaced, or the new part is joined to the old, you may need to move out briefly. We plan the stages with you and keep work areas sealed and cleaned up.
We’re preparing our Ashwood house to lease. What should we prioritise?
Start with safety and reliability: working smoke alarms, sound decks and steps, a heater that works and no roof or plumbing leaks. In Ashwood’s 1950s and 1960s homes, worn floor coverings, dated light fittings and tired paint are common and fairly quick to refresh. A full renovation is a separate decision, best made if you plan to live there later.
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.