Home Renovations Epping
Epping Homes,
Reimagined
Complete home renovations in Epping and across Melbourne for over 20 years, from a single room to the whole house. Family-run, fixed pricing, no hidden costs.
Your Epping 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 Epping.
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 Epping
Epping is a growing northern suburb where established streets of single storey brick veneer homes sit alongside newer estates and townhouse developments. Many older homes are solid but have small rooms, dated finishes and poor insulation, while newer houses on smaller lots tend to need more space or better use of the space they have.
That shapes most of our Epping home renovations: opening up older layouts for open plan family living, adding rear extensions or a second storey, updating kitchens, bathrooms and laundries together, and upgrading insulation, windows and heating for comfort and running costs. Most interior work doesn’t need a planning permit from the City of Whittlesea, but extensions usually need a building permit, which we organise before work starts.
Epping at a Glance
- Postcode
- Epping VIC 3076
- Council
- City of Whittlesea
- From the CBD
- About 20 km north
- Typical Homes
- Brick veneer family homes
- Newer estate houses
- Townhouses and units
- Double storey homes
- Property Market
- Median house price$750,000
- Median unit price$545,000
- House rent$560 a week
- Unit rent$490 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 Epping
Planning
Older South, Newer North
Epping was a dairy farming area until suburban growth began in the 1970s. The southern and central streets around High Street and the station hold most of the older brick veneer homes, while Epping North and Aurora were developed from the 2000s. The age of your home shapes everything from asbestos checks to estate rules.
Budget
Updating a Dated Home in One Go
Many older Epping homes have original kitchens, bathrooms, floors and heating. Doing them together saves time and money. Our Findon Road Epping project, for example, combined a new kitchen and bathroom with timber-look flooring, split-system air conditioning, a new front door and a full interior repaint.
Estates
Estate Guidelines in Aurora
The Aurora estate, which straddles Epping and Wollert, was planned under development plans endorsed by the City of Whittlesea, and homes were built under design guidelines. If you live in Epping North or Aurora, extensions or front changes may need to meet those guidelines as well as planning and building rules.
Soil
Reactive Clay and Extensions
Epping sits on the basalt plains north of Melbourne, where clay soils move as they wet and dry. A rear extension needs footings designed for the soil classification and a careful junction with the existing house. A soil test is normally part of the building permit, and we organise it.
Heritage
Heritage Places Around the Old Township
The City of Whittlesea protects a number of individual historic places with a Heritage Overlay, and the historic Epping township area is around High Street. Most Epping homes are not affected, but if yours is, external changes may need a planning permit. We check your address first.
Get a Free Home Estimate in Epping
Two quick steps. We’ll be in touch within one business day to arrange a visit to your Epping 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 Epping
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 Epping 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 Epping
Epping (3076) is about 20 km north of the Melbourne CBD, and well within our regular service area. We renovate homes in Epping 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 permit to extend my house in Epping?
An extension generally needs a building permit, and a planning permit from the City of Whittlesea may be needed depending on the zone, site coverage and any overlays. In Aurora and newer Epping North estates, design guidelines can also apply. We check everything for your address before plans are finalised.
Have you done whole-home renovations in Epping?
Yes. Our Findon Road Epping Home Renovation refreshed a dated home from front door to back, with a new kitchen and bathroom, timber-look floors, split-system air conditioning and a full repaint. The project page has photos. Your home will be designed around your own needs and budget.
Should we extend or renovate within the existing footprint?
Many older Epping homes have more space than it seems, just poorly arranged. Opening the kitchen to the living area or converting a formal lounge can be cheaper than extending. On blocks with room at the back, a rear extension adds a family room or bedroom. We look at both at the first visit.
Can we live in the house while it is being renovated?
Usually, yes. We stage the work so a bathroom and part of the kitchen stay usable for as long as possible, contain dust and clean up daily. For larger jobs in older Epping homes where the only bathroom is being redone, some families stay elsewhere for a short period.
What should Epping owners fix first before selling or leasing?
For the older homes in central and southern Epping, priorities are usually condition items: roof tiles and gutters, stumps and floors, old wiring and switchboards, then paint and floor coverings. Pre-1990 homes may contain asbestos, so it is worth knowing where before any work starts. In the newer Aurora estate homes it is more about presentation. Leave major layout changes for owners who plan 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.