Kitchen Renovations Avondale Heights
Avondale Heights Kitchens,
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Delivering outstanding kitchen renovations in Avondale Heights and across Melbourne for over 20 years. Family-run, fixed pricing, no hidden costs.
Your Avondale Heights Kitchen, Done Properly
At Smarter Home Renovations, we’ve been delivering outstanding kitchen renovations in Avondale Heights for over 20 years. Established in early 2002, our family-run business is proud to provide friendly, fast, fair, and efficient home renovation services across metropolitan Melbourne.
What Our Clients Say
5.0 out of 5 stars, based on 25 reviews
Bathroom Renovation: broken pipe, no stress
“I contacted Smarter Home Renovations as my bathroom in Avondale Heights required a renovation due to a broken pipe within the slab. Tony was so helpful and was prompt to coordinate a quote. The communication between himself, the real estate and tenant was outstanding. Tony sent photos of the renovation through each stage as I was interstate. The bathroom was kept clean and safe during the entire renovation. The renovation looks modern and neat, the broken pipe fixed, as it should have been plumbed in the first place! Thank you Tony and your team of tradies.”
Outstanding Service
“Tony and Milan redid my tired old-looking floor and skirting in the whole kitchen area. Their attention to detail, prompt, friendly, value for money and service is A+. It's good to see that they take your job as if it's their own home they are renovating. LOVE YOUR WORK GUYS AND THANK YOU. I highly recommend.”
Kitchen and outdoor renovations
“Fantastic service and fantastic price. We had our outdoor area fully tiled and our kitchen renovated. They talked me through the process step by step, did what they promised in the time they promised, were always on time and so very friendly. They even went out of their way with additional extras, running around Melbourne buying everything I needed to take the pressure off me. Would recommend you give them a try. The pricing is very reasonable and affordable, and nothing was too big for them to do. Father and son service, fantastic team.”
Renovating Kitchens in Avondale Heights Homes
Avondale Heights sits on a plateau above a wide bend of the Maribyrnong River, and much of it was subdivided from the late 1950s onwards, with solid brick family homes on good-sized blocks. Kitchens are usually separate rooms with a formal dining room beside them, and some homes also have a second kitchen in the garage or on the lower level.
Common Avondale Heights kitchen projects join kitchen and dining into one open area, replace original cabinetry and benchtops, add a walk-in pantry, and renovate or remove a second kitchen downstairs. Most interior work doesn’t need a planning permit from the City of Moonee Valley, though plumbing, gas and electrical changes are always done by licensed trades.
Avondale Heights at a Glance
- Postcode
- Avondale Heights VIC 3034
- Council
- City of Moonee Valley
- From the CBD
- About 11 km north-west
- Typical Homes
- 1960s and 1970s brick homes
- Postwar brick veneer homes
- Double-storey family homes
- Units and townhouses
- Property Market
- Median house price$1,110,000
- Median unit price$794,500
- House rent$592 a week
- Unit rent$650 a week
Source: CoreLogic via Your Investment Property, prices to July 2026, rents to September 2026
Before You Start
Planning a Kitchen in Avondale Heights
Structure
Opening to the Dining Room
In many 1960s and 1970s Avondale Heights homes, the wall between kitchen and formal dining is load-bearing, supporting the roof or an upper floor. Removing it usually needs an engineer’s beam design and a building permit. We check the structure before promising an open plan layout.
Windows
Taking in the Valley Views
Avondale Heights homes near the edge of the plateau may have views across the Maribyrnong valley that the original kitchen window barely uses. Moving the kitchen or replacing a small window with wide glazing can bring those views into the room. We look at orientation too, as west-facing glass may need shading.
Design
The Second Kitchen Downstairs
Some Avondale Heights homes have a second kitchen on the lower level or in the garage, used for preserving, large gatherings or extra cooking. It can be updated, turned into a laundry or bar, or removed. Gas and plumbing changes are done by licensed trades, and we plan both kitchens together if you keep them.
Storage
A Walk-In Pantry
Avondale Heights homes built on generous blocks often have room for a walk-in or butler’s pantry, sometimes by absorbing a hallway cupboard or part of the old dining room. It keeps appliances and bulk food off the main bench, but needs good lighting, power points for appliances and sometimes ventilation. We plan shelving depths around what you store.
Electrical
Power for Modern Appliances
Kitchens in original Avondale Heights homes often have few power points and wiring that cannot support an induction cooktop, oven and dishwasher on separate circuits. Upgrading the switchboard and adding circuits is usually part of a new kitchen. Our licensed electricians issue a Certificate of Electrical Safety.
Get a Free Kitchen Estimate in Avondale Heights
Two quick steps. We’ll be in touch within one business day to arrange a visit to your Avondale Heights 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 Kitchen Renovations in Avondale Heights
Custom Cabinetry
Designed and built to your exact dimensions, with a finish and hardware selection that suits your taste.
Benchtops & Splashbacks
Stone, engineered quartz, or laminate, paired with tiled or glass splashbacks that tie the room together.
Appliance Integration
We source and install quality appliances that fit seamlessly into your cabinetry for a clean, cohesive look.
Plumbing & Fixtures
Sink, tap, and under-bench plumbing handled by licensed plumbers. We also install dishwashers and filtration systems.
Electrical & Lighting
Pendant lights, under-cabinet LEDs, and power point placement designed around how you actually use your kitchen.
Design & Planning
A dedicated designer works with you to finalise the layout, finishes, and timeline before a single tradesperson arrives.
Your Avondale Heights Kitchen 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.
Kitchen Renovations In and Around Avondale Heights
Avondale Heights (3034) is about 11 km north-west of the Melbourne CBD, and well within our regular service area. We renovate kitchens in Avondale Heights and its neighbouring suburbs, with the same team, the same fixed pricing and the same attention to detail.
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Can I remove the wall between my kitchen and dining room in Avondale Heights?
Usually, yes, but if it is load-bearing it will need a beam designed by an engineer and a building permit. A non-structural wall can often come out more simply. We look at the roof space or upper floor to confirm the type of wall before quoting.
Should we keep the downstairs kitchen?
It depends on how you use it in your Avondale Heights home. Some families still use a second kitchen for big gatherings or preserving, while others prefer to turn it into a laundry, bar or living space. Keeping it may mean updating gas, plumbing and ventilation. We can plan both kitchens or a conversion.
Does a new kitchen in Avondale Heights need council approval?
Most internal kitchen work does not need a planning permit from the City of Moonee Valley. Structural changes may need a building permit, and plumbing, gas and electrical work must be done by licensed trades. We confirm what is needed for your home before work starts.
Will a new kitchen help us sell our Avondale Heights home?
Original kitchens are common in Avondale Heights, so a fresh, practical kitchen can help a home stand out. Updating benchtops, cabinet doors, appliances and lighting often makes a big difference without moving walls. Opening up to the dining room is a bigger project that suits owners staying for some time.
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.