Home Renovations Westmeadows
Westmeadows Homes,
Reimagined
Complete home renovations in Westmeadows and across Melbourne for over 20 years, from a single room to the whole house. Family-run, fixed pricing, no hidden costs.
Your Westmeadows 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 Westmeadows.
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 Westmeadows
Westmeadows grew from the original Broadmeadows township beside the Moonee Ponds Creek, and its housing is mostly brick veneer homes from the 1970s and 1980s on generous blocks, with a small historic area around Ardlie Street and some newer double-storey homes. Many houses are solid but have dated finishes, closed layouts and poor insulation, with a formal lounge and dining room at the front that families rarely use.
Common home projects here include opening up internal layouts, rear extensions or second-storey additions, renovating kitchens and bathrooms together, and upgrading insulation, glazing and heating. Some owners convert formal rooms into a study, guest room or second living area. Extensions need a building permit, and heritage, flood or airport-related controls may apply in parts of the suburb, so we confirm requirements with Hume City Council early.
Westmeadows at a Glance
- Postcode
- Westmeadows VIC 3049
- Council
- Hume City Council
- From the CBD
- About 16 km north-west
- Typical Homes
- 1970s and 1980s brick veneer homes
- Post-war homes
- Older buildings near the historic village
- Units and townhouses
- Newer double-storey homes
- Property Market
- Median house price$780,000
- Median unit price$615,000
- House rent$550 a week
- Unit rent$550 a week
Source: CoreLogic via Your Investment Property, prices to July 2026, rents to September 2026
Before You Start
Before You Renovate a Home in Westmeadows
Planning
Airport Environs Overlay
Parts of Westmeadows lie near the Melbourne Airport flight path over Broadmeadows Valley Park, and the Melbourne Airport Environs Overlay may apply to some properties. Where it does, planning rules can limit new dwellings and call for noise attenuation in new habitable rooms. We check your property report before design and allow for acoustic glazing where needed.
Heritage
Heritage Near the Old Village
Westmeadows includes heritage places from the original Broadmeadows township, such as the former shire hall in Ardlie Street and the 1869 bluestone bridge over the Moonee Ponds Creek. Properties covered by a Heritage Overlay may need a planning permit for external changes, extensions or demolition. We check whether your property is affected before design.
Flooding
Living Near the Creek
The Moonee Ponds Creek has a long history of flooding, and properties near the creek and its tributaries may be covered by a Land Subject to Inundation Overlay or a Special Building Overlay. Where these apply, an extension may need Melbourne Water’s consent and a minimum floor level. We check the overlays early so the design allows for them.
Structure
Adding an Upper Floor
Adding a second storey to a 1970s or 80s Westmeadows brick veneer home usually means new footings and steel posts through the ground floor, plus a stair that takes space from existing rooms. Overlooking rules affect where upstairs windows can go. An engineer assesses the existing structure before we commit to a design.
Layout
Using the Formal Rooms
Front lounges and formal dining rooms in Westmeadows homes often sit unused. Turning them into a study, a guest bedroom or a second living area adds usable space without extending. Removing the walls between these rooms and the kitchen may need a beam and a building permit if the walls are load-bearing, which we check on site.
Get a Free Home Estimate in Westmeadows
Two quick steps. We’ll be in touch within one business day to arrange a visit to your Westmeadows 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 Westmeadows
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 Westmeadows 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 Westmeadows
Westmeadows (3049) is about 16 km north-west of the Melbourne CBD, and well within our regular service area. We renovate homes in Westmeadows and its neighbouring suburbs, with the same team, the same fixed pricing and the same attention to detail.
Home Renovations MelbourneNearby suburbs we service
Does the airport affect renovating in Westmeadows?
For some properties it can. The Melbourne Airport Environs Overlay covers land exposed to aircraft noise, and where it applies, planning rules may limit new dwellings and require noise attenuation. Many Westmeadows homes aren’t covered, but it is worth checking your property report before designing an extension or a second dwelling.
Is it better to extend at the back or go up in Westmeadows?
On Westmeadows’ generous blocks, a ground-floor rear extension is often simpler and less disruptive than adding a second storey, because it doesn’t require reinforcing the existing structure. A second storey suits smaller yards or owners wanting views or more separation. We compare both based on your block, your budget and the planning controls.
Will a renovation in Westmeadows need an energy rating?
New extensions generally have to meet current energy efficiency requirements, which the building surveyor checks as part of the building permit. That affects insulation, glazing and sometimes shading. In 1970s and 80s Westmeadows homes, it is also a chance to improve the existing rooms by insulating ceilings and walls and replacing older aluminium windows.
Should we renovate our Westmeadows home before we sell?
Westmeadows homes on large blocks often attract buyers who plan their own improvements. Painting, fixing defects, replacing worn floor coverings and tidying the garden can help a home present well. Extensions and full renovations take permits and months of work, so they suit owners who plan to stay and benefit from the extra space.
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.