Home Renovations Hadfield
Hadfield Homes,
Reimagined
Complete home renovations in Hadfield and across Melbourne for over 20 years, from a single room to the whole house. Family-run, fixed pricing, no hidden costs.
Your Hadfield 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 Hadfield.
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 Hadfield
Hadfield’s housing is mostly postwar weatherboards and brick veneers on wide, flat blocks, with units and new double storey homes slowly filling in. The older houses are usually solid, but they come with separate living and dining rooms, a small kitchen, one bathroom and little insulation in the walls or ceiling.
Common projects here are opening up the living areas, adding a rear extension for a family room or extra bedrooms, updating the kitchen, bathroom and laundry together, and improving insulation, windows and heating so older homes stay comfortable year round. Most interior work doesn’t need a planning permit from Merri-bek City Council, while extensions need a building permit that we organise before work begins.
Hadfield at a Glance
- Postcode
- Hadfield VIC 3046
- Council
- Merri-bek City Council
- From the CBD
- About 12 km north
- Typical Homes
- Postwar weatherboards
- Brick veneer homes
- Units and townhouses
- Newer double storey homes
- Property Market
- Median house price$940,000
- Median unit price$620,000
- House rent$600 a week
- Unit rent$550 a week
Source: CoreLogic via Your Investment Property, prices to July 2026, rents to September 2026
Before You Start
Renovating a Home in Hadfield: What to Plan For
Layout
A Rear Family Room
The classic Hadfield postwar layout has a formal lounge at the front and a small kitchen at the back. A rear extension can add an open kitchen and family room facing the backyard, leaving the front rooms for bedrooms or a study. We plan the connection so you do not end up walking through bedrooms to reach the new space.
Soil
Footings That Match the Old House
Melbourne’s northern suburbs commonly have reactive clay soils, so new footings for a Hadfield extension are designed from a soil test. Where a new slab meets an old stumped house, the two can move differently over time, and the junction needs careful detailing. Restumping the original house at the same time is often worth considering.
Insulation
Insulation in Ceilings and Floors
Most Hadfield houses from the 1950s have little or no insulation. Ceiling batts can be added with access through the roof, underfloor insulation fitted from below on stumped houses, and walls insulated wherever linings are removed. Draught sealing doors, vents and old fireplaces completes the job.
Neighbours
Units and Townhouses Next Door
Many Hadfield blocks have been subdivided, so an extension may sit near a unit or townhouse. Setbacks, wall heights on boundaries, overshadowing and overlooking are regulated, and council consent may be needed if a design does not meet the standard settings. We check these early so a plan does not have to be redrawn.
Windows
Replacing Single Glazed Windows
Original timber or steel windows in Hadfield homes are often single glazed and draughty. Double glazed units in new frames, or secondary glazing on windows you want to keep, reduce heat loss and outside noise. New windows in an extension should be placed for winter sun and cross ventilation.
Flooding
Checking Flood Information
Merri-bek City Council has mapped stormwater overland flow across its local drainage areas, and parts of the municipality are in a Special Building Overlay. If your Hadfield block is affected, an extension may need a planning permit and approved floor levels. We review the property report and council information before design.
Get a Free Home Estimate in Hadfield
Two quick steps. We’ll be in touch within one business day to arrange a visit to your Hadfield 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 Hadfield
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 Hadfield 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 Hadfield
Hadfield (3046) is about 12 km north of the Melbourne CBD, and well within our regular service area. We renovate homes in Hadfield and its neighbouring suburbs, with the same team, the same fixed pricing and the same attention to detail.
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Can I add a second storey to my Hadfield house?
Sometimes, but the original frame and stumps of a postwar Hadfield house were not designed to carry another floor. A second storey usually needs new structure through the house or a separate double storey rear section. A building permit is always needed, and planning requirements depend on the zone and any overlays. We assess the structure before drawing anything.
Do I need a planning permit to extend in Hadfield?
A single storey extension to a single house often doesn’t need a planning permit from Merri-bek City Council, unless an overlay applies or the design falls outside the standard siting rules. A building permit is always required. We check your property report and the design against the rules before you commit.
Will extending take away too much of our Hadfield backyard?
Usually not. Hadfield blocks are typically deep, so a rear extension still leaves room for a garden, clothesline and shed. We plan the extension’s size and position to keep useful outdoor space, retain trees where possible and leave access for future maintenance down the side of the house.
Is renovating our Hadfield house before sale worth the disruption?
For most sellers, a full renovation is not needed. Hadfield’s original homes often appeal to buyers who want to put their own stamp on them. Fixing leaks, uneven floors, damaged plaster and anything a building inspector would report, then painting and tidying the garden, usually presents the home better than a rushed renovation.
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.