Kitchen Renovations Preston
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Delivering outstanding kitchen renovations in Preston and across Melbourne for over 20 years. Family-run, fixed pricing, no hidden costs.
Your Preston Kitchen, Done Properly
At Smarter Home Renovations, we’ve been delivering outstanding kitchen renovations in Preston 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
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.”
Kitchen Renovation
“I was very happy with the high quality service provided by Tony and his team. He was professional, skilled and was focused on delivering a high quality result within our budget. Tony was always available to answer my questions and addressed all concerns promptly. The kitchen looks amazing. I highly recommend Smarter Home Renovations.”
Renovating Kitchens in Preston Homes
Preston is a large suburb running along High Street and around the Preston Market, with Edwardian homes and Californian bungalows in many of the older streets and post-war weatherboard and brick houses further north and east. Many blocks are generous, but the original kitchens are usually small separate rooms at the back, with a meals area and a door to the yard, and many have had only a cosmetic update since.
Typical Preston kitchen work includes combining the kitchen, meals and lounge into one open space, building a rear extension where the existing kitchen is too small, adding an island with seating and a proper pantry, and opening up to the backyard with wide doors. Most interior kitchen work doesn’t need a planning permit from Darebin City Council, though some streets are in heritage precincts that affect external changes.
Preston at a Glance
- Postcode
- Preston VIC 3072
- Council
- Darebin City Council
- From the CBD
- About 8 km north-east
- Typical Homes
- Californian bungalows
- Post-war weatherboards and brick homes
- Edwardian homes
- Townhouses and units
- Property Market
- Median house price$1,212,500
- Median unit price$625,000
- 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
Before You Renovate a Kitchen in Preston
Layout
Kitchen, Meals and Lounge
The usual Preston post-war plan has a kitchen, a separate meals room and a lounge at the front. Removing the wall between kitchen and meals is often the simplest change with the biggest effect. Some of those walls carry ceiling or roof loads, so we check the framing from the roof space before promising an opening.
Storage
Cooking for a Crowd
Some households cook for large groups or entertain often. A large pantry, a second sink, wide pot drawers and long runs of bench space can matter more than an island. Some owners also want a second cooking area near the back door, which we plan with proper ventilation and power.
Heritage
Bungalows in the Spencer Street Precinct
The Spencer Street precinct is a group of Californian bungalows built from 1920 to 1926 on a 1915 subdivision. Inside these houses, a new kitchen is generally not controlled by the Heritage Overlay, but a rear extension, new windows or skylights visible from the street can need a planning permit. We check the controls for your address.
Electrical
Old Wiring and Switchboards
Many Preston houses still have early wiring, a small switchboard and few circuits. A kitchen with an induction cooktop, wall oven, dishwasher and microwave needs dedicated circuits and safety switches. Our licensed electricians assess the board at the first visit, include any upgrade in the fixed-price quote and issue a Certificate of Electrical Safety.
Outdoor
Opening to a Deep Backyard
Preston backyards are often long, with lawn, fruit trees and a shed down the end. Wide sliding doors from the kitchen and a deck or paved area at the same level make the yard easy to use. Whether the doors catch winter sun or need shading depends on which way your block faces, so we check that first.
Get a Free Kitchen Estimate in Preston
Two quick steps. We’ll be in touch within one business day to arrange a visit to your Preston 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 Preston
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 Preston 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 Preston
Preston (3072) is about 8 km north-east of the Melbourne CBD, and well within our regular service area. We renovate kitchens in Preston and its neighbouring suburbs, with the same team, the same fixed pricing and the same attention to detail.
Kitchen Renovations MelbourneCan you remove the wall between the kitchen and lounge in our Preston home?
Usually, yes. In many Preston bungalows and post-war houses the internal walls hold up the ceiling and sometimes the roof, so removing one needs a beam sized by an engineer and may need a building permit. We look in the roof space at the first visit and explain what is involved.
Do I need approval from Darebin for a kitchen renovation in Preston?
Inside the existing house, a kitchen renovation generally doesn’t need a planning permit. Structural changes may need a building permit, and extensions or external changes in a Preston heritage precinct may need a planning permit. Darebin City Council’s offices are in Gower Street, Preston, and we handle the enquiries for you.
Should we choose an island or a larger pantry?
It depends on how you cook. In a Preston post-war kitchen opened to the meals area, an island adds seating and bench space but needs about a metre of clear walkway around it. If storage is the bigger problem, a walk-in or butler’s pantry may do more. We draw both options so you can compare.
Before leasing or selling a Preston house, what should we do in the kitchen?
With many new townhouses and apartments around Preston, an original kitchen can look tired beside newer homes. Replacing worn doors, benchtops and appliances often achieves a lot without moving plumbing. Make sure the cooktop, oven and rangehood work properly and the power is safe. Larger layout changes suit owners who plan to stay longer.
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.