Home Renovations Park Orchards
Park Orchards Homes,
Reimagined
Complete home renovations in Park Orchards and across Melbourne for over 20 years, from a single room to the whole house. Family-run, fixed pricing, no hidden costs.
Your Park Orchards 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 Park Orchards.
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 Park Orchards
Park Orchards sits in Manningham’s green wedge, with large bush blocks, horse properties and big family homes, many built from the 1970s onwards in brick and timber. The suburb started as a 1925 country club estate with curving streets and lots of more than 35 by 60 metres, and it has stayed low density. Homes often have several living areas but separated, darker rooms and poor insulation, and sloping sites bring split levels and long driveways.
Common Park Orchards home renovations include opening up separated living spaces, adding extensions or upstairs retreats, upgrading insulation, glazing and heating for the cooler hills climate, and modernising kitchens, bathrooms and finishes. Bushfire, vegetation and landscape controls cover much of the area, and most homes still rely on septic systems, so we confirm with Manningham City Council what is needed before design starts.
Park Orchards at a Glance
- Postcode
- Park Orchards VIC 3114
- Council
- Manningham City Council (a small southern part of Park Orchards is in the City of Maroondah)
- From the CBD
- About 23 km east
- Typical Homes
- Large family homes on big bush blocks
- 1970s and 1980s brick and timber homes
- Split level homes on steep sites
- Contemporary rebuilds
- Hobby farm and horse properties
- Property Market
- Median house price$2,050,000
Source: CoreLogic via Your Investment Property, prices to July 2026
Before You Start
Before You Renovate or Extend in Park Orchards
Bushfire
Bushfire Overlay and BAL
A large share of Park Orchards is in the Bushfire Management Overlay. Extensions above a certain size, new dwellings and some outbuildings need a planning permit with a bushfire management statement, and construction must meet the BAL rating set for the site. Defendable space around the house may also be required. We check the overlay and likely BAL before design.
Plumbing
Wastewater and Sewer Timing
Many Park Orchards homes are unsewered. An extension that adds bedrooms or bathrooms may need the septic system upgraded, and the system and its absorption area take up space that limits where you can build. Yarra Valley Water’s community sewerage program is working to bring sewer to the area, which may change your options.
Trees
Trees and Landscape Controls
Park Orchards includes significant bushland such as The 100 Acres on Knees Road, and landscape and vegetation controls cover much of the suburb, including protection for some older pine and cypress plantings. Removing or lopping trees for an extension may need a permit from Manningham City Council. We site extensions around significant trees wherever possible.
Slope
Building on Steep Lots
Many Park Orchards homes sit on sloping ground, with the house stepping down the block. Extensions here often need deeper or engineered footings, retaining walls and careful stormwater design so runoff doesn’t reach the septic area or the neighbours. A feature survey and soil test early give a realistic picture of the build.
Heating
Heating Large Homes
Big 1970s and 1980s Park Orchards homes with high ceilings, single glazing and little insulation can be expensive to heat in the cooler hills climate. Ceiling and underfloor insulation, double glazing and zoned heating make a large house more comfortable. When an old ducted heater reaches the end of its life, reverse cycle heat pumps are a common replacement.
Get a Free Home Estimate in Park Orchards
Two quick steps. We’ll be in touch within one business day to arrange a visit to your Park Orchards 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 Park Orchards
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 Park Orchards 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 Park Orchards
Home Renovations In and Around Park Orchards
Park Orchards (3114) is about 23 km east of the Melbourne CBD, and well within our regular service area. We renovate homes in Park Orchards and its neighbouring suburbs, with the same team, the same fixed pricing and the same attention to detail.
Home Renovations MelbourneWill an extension in Park Orchards need a planning permit?
Often, yes. A building permit is always needed for an extension, and in Park Orchards bushfire, landscape and vegetation overlays can also require a planning permit, depending on the size of the extension and the trees affected. We check the overlays on your property with Manningham City Council before design, so the plans suit what is allowed.
Can we extend our Park Orchards home while it is still on septic?
Usually, but the septic system must suit the house once it is extended. Extra bedrooms generally mean more wastewater, so the system may need upgrading and the extension must keep clear of the tank and absorption area. If sewer is coming soon, it can be worth planning the new drainage to connect later.
Who is my council in Park Orchards?
Most of Park Orchards is in Manningham City Council, but a small southern part is in the City of Maroondah, and the two have different local planning rules. Your rates notice or a VicPlan property report confirms which applies. We check this at the start, along with the overlays on your land.
How should we prepare a Park Orchards home for sale or lease?
Buyers and tenants in Park Orchards judge the whole property: the house, the garden, the driveway, fencing and any outbuildings. Fixing obvious defects, refreshing paint and floors and clearing vegetation near the house for bushfire safety usually matter more than a major extension. Having the septic serviced and records ready is sensible, as people often ask how the property handles wastewater.
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.