Home Renovations Montmorency
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Complete home renovations in Montmorency and across Melbourne for over 20 years, from a single room to the whole house. Family-run, fixed pricing, no hidden costs.
Your Montmorency 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 Montmorency.
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 Montmorency
Montmorency was orchards, dairies and poultry farms until after the Second World War, then filled with homes from the late 1940s to the 1970s on sloping blocks among eucalypts, including split-levels, weatherboards and some mud brick and architect-designed houses. It was part of the Shire of Eltham until Banyule formed in 1994. Many homes have dark interiors, several levels and poor insulation, and owners want to keep the trees while letting in more light.
Montmorency home renovations usually involve reworking split-level layouts for easier living, adding extensions that step with the slope, upgrading insulation, glazing and heating, and refreshing mud brick and timber homes without losing their character. Vegetation protection and design overlays apply in parts of the suburb, so we confirm planning and building controls with Banyule City Council from the start.
Montmorency at a Glance
- Postcode
- Montmorency VIC 3094
- Council
- Banyule City Council
- From the CBD
- About 18 km north-east
- Typical Homes
- Post-war weatherboards
- 1950s to 1970s brick homes
- Split-level homes on slopes
- Mud brick and timber homes
- Units and townhouses
- Property Market
- Median house price$1,185,000
- Median unit price$763,500
- House rent$700 a week
- Unit rent$600 a week
Source: CoreLogic via Your Investment Property, prices to July 2026, rents to September 2026
Before You Start
What to Know Before Renovating in Montmorency
Trees
Vegetation Protection Overlay
Parts of Montmorency are covered by a Vegetation Protection Overlay (Schedule 1), which generally requires a planning permit to remove, destroy or lop listed vegetation. Banyule’s canopy tree provisions can also apply in residential zones. An extension planned around the existing trees, with an arborist’s input, usually has a smoother path through council.
Planning
Driplines, Fences and Frontages
A Design and Development Overlay (Schedule 8) also applies in parts of Montmorency. Council planning notices show it can be triggered by building within the dripline of protected vegetation, and by fences or retaining walls within 10 metres of the street frontage. These details matter for extensions, carports and front garden works.
Layout
Reworking Split-Level Homes
Montmorency split-levels often have short flights of stairs between every zone, which can be hard work with small children or as you get older. Moving the main bedroom to the living level, opening the kitchen to the lounge, or adding an extension on one level can cut down the stairs you climb each day.
Materials
Mud Brick and Timber Homes
Mud brick and timber homes in Montmorency need renovation methods that suit them: compatible mortars and renders, junctions that let earth walls dry out, and timber details that match the original. New work can be in mud brick, timber or lightweight cladding chosen to sit comfortably beside the old walls.
Slope
Footings on Steep Sites
Extending on Montmorency’s hills often means stumps, piers or a suspended floor instead of a simple slab on the ground. Engineered footings, retaining, stormwater drainage and safe access for machinery all need planning. A soil test is usually needed to set footing depths, and it is worth doing before the design is finalised.
Get a Free Home Estimate in Montmorency
Two quick steps. We’ll be in touch within one business day to arrange a visit to your Montmorency 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 Montmorency
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 Montmorency 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 Montmorency
Montmorency (3094) is about 18 km north-east of the Melbourne CBD, and well within our regular service area. We renovate homes in Montmorency and its neighbouring suburbs, with the same team, the same fixed pricing and the same attention to detail.
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Which council handles planning for Montmorency?
Montmorency is in Banyule City Council. It was part of the Shire of Eltham until 1994, and neighbouring Eltham is now in Nillumbik Shire Council, so older documents and nearby properties can refer to a different council. Your rates notice or a VicPlan property report will confirm the planning scheme for your address.
Is my Montmorency property in a bushfire prone area?
Some Montmorency properties may be, but much of the suburb is not, which surprises people given the bush setting. The Victorian Bushfire Prone Area map is checked through VicPlan and is reviewed regularly. If your property is inside, new building work generally needs a BAL assessment and construction to at least BAL 12.5. We check this before design.
Can I extend a mud brick home in Montmorency?
Yes. Extensions can be built in new mud brick, or in timber or lightweight materials that complement the original. The junction between old and new walls needs care so moisture doesn’t get trapped. A building permit is needed, and if trees are close, the vegetation and design overlays may require a planning permit.
Should I renovate my Montmorency home before I sell?
Many Montmorency buyers are drawn by the trees, the space and the character of post-war and mud brick homes, and some plan their own changes. Repairing obvious defects, treating damp, painting and tidying the garden help the home present well. A larger renovation takes time to design and permit, especially near protected trees, so it suits owners planning to stay a while.
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.