Home Renovations Keilor
Keilor Homes,
Reimagined
Complete home renovations in Keilor and across Melbourne for over 20 years, from a single room to the whole house. Family-run, fixed pricing, no hidden costs.
Your Keilor 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 Keilor.
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 Keilor
Keilor has a semi-rural feel for a suburb this close to the city, with the historic village, river flats and market gardens, and hilly streets of brick family homes, many on large blocks with room to extend. Most homes were built from the 1960s to the 1980s and have separate formal and family rooms, small windows and little insulation.
Common Keilor home renovations open up compartmentalised floor plans, add a rear living extension or second storey, upgrade windows, insulation and heating, and rework dated kitchens and bathrooms in one project. Extensions and second storeys need building permits, and some land near the Maribyrnong River and in Keilor Village has heritage, landscape or flood controls, so we check planning controls with Brimbank City Council early.
Keilor at a Glance
- Postcode
- Keilor VIC 3036
- Council
- Brimbank City Council
- From the CBD
- About 17 km north-west
- Typical Homes
- 1960s to 1980s brick and brick veneer homes
- Large family homes on bigger blocks
- Older homes near Keilor Village
- Units and townhouses
- Property Market
- Median house price$1,206,000
- House rent$622 a week
Source: CoreLogic via Your Investment Property, prices to July 2026, rents to September 2026
Before You Start
What to Know Before Renovating a Keilor Home
Heritage
Keilor Village Heritage Area
The Keilor Village precinct around the Old Calder Highway and Macedon Street is a remnant of the goldfields-era township, with the courthouse and the Keilor Hotel among its key buildings. Properties in or near it can be under a Heritage Overlay, which may require a planning permit for external changes. We check your address before any design starts.
Flooding
River Flats and Flood Controls
Keilor village sits in a basin of the Maribyrnong River. After the October 2022 flood, interim Land Subject to Inundation Overlay controls were applied to a small number of Keilor properties through Amendment GC236. Where a flood overlay applies, an extension may be referred to Melbourne Water and need a minimum floor level. We check the overlay maps for your address.
Planning
Landscape Controls Near the Valley
Parts of Keilor near the Maribyrnong valley are covered by a Significant Landscape Overlay, which aims to protect the river landscape and its vegetation. It can affect where and how high you build, and whether trees can be removed. If your block backs onto the valley or the parklands, we check which schedule applies and design the extension to suit.
Slope
Building on Sloping Blocks
Streets falling towards the river valley mean many Keilor blocks have a noticeable slope. A rear extension may need stepped footings, retaining walls or a level change inside, and stormwater has to be managed so it doesn’t run towards the house. A site survey early on shows the levels so the design can work with them rather than against them.
Insulation
Comfort in 1970s Brick Homes
Keilor homes of this period often have thin ceiling insulation, none in the walls, single-glazed aluminium windows and ageing ducted heating. A renovation is a good time to top up insulation, replace windows on the most exposed sides and update heating and cooling. The brick veneer walls stay, but the house becomes much easier to keep comfortable.
Get a Free Home Estimate in Keilor
Two quick steps. We’ll be in touch within one business day to arrange a visit to your Keilor 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 Keilor
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 Keilor 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 Keilor
Keilor (3036) is about 17 km north-west of the Melbourne CBD, and well within our regular service area. We renovate homes in Keilor and its neighbouring suburbs, with the same team, the same fixed pricing and the same attention to detail.
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Is my Keilor property affected by flood controls?
Most Keilor homes are not, but land near the Maribyrnong River can be. Amendment GC236 applied interim flood controls to a small number of Keilor properties after the 2022 flood, and Melbourne Water is updating its river flood mapping. Check your address on VicPlan, or we can check it for you before planning an extension.
Should we extend out or up on our Keilor block?
Keilor blocks are often big enough to extend at ground level, which is usually simpler than adding a second storey and keeps the house on one level as you get older. Going up suits smaller lots or owners who want to keep the backyard and pool. Slope, setbacks and any landscape overlay all affect the answer, and we compare both.
Can we live at home during a major Keilor renovation?
For a rear extension, usually yes: the new rooms are built first and connected to the house near the end. Bigger internal changes, such as removing walls and replacing the kitchen, can make the house hard to live in for a few weeks. Keilor’s larger homes often have a second living area that helps during that stage.
What updates help when selling or renting out a Keilor family home?
Many Keilor homes are solid brick houses with dated interiors, so cosmetic work often goes further than structural change. Fresh paint, new floor coverings, updated lighting and a tidy garden are a sensible start. Check the roof, gutters and heating too, because a building inspection will. Extensions need permits and time, so they are usually best left unless your timeline allows.
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.