Renovation costs can be complicated, but we use a broad formula which lets us hone in on a ball park figure.

As a general rule of thumb in terms of square meter costing, a renovation in Sydney will range from $750 – 2,500 per square meter.

But depending on the size of your home, the quality of materials used and if we are adding/ removing walls, or building any extensions/ additions the cost per square meter can fall above or below this range.

The cost of extensions also depend on multiple factors such as location, complexity of works, quality of materials and square meterage. 

But again we have a useful formula that we use to get a ballpark figure. In terms of square meter costing for ground floor home extensions, you can expect to pay in the region of:

  • $1200 – $1600 per square meter for brick veneer.
  • $1300 – $1700 per square meter for full brick.
  • $1500 per square meter for timber frame.

If you’re adding another level to your home, you can expect to pay 50% more than a single story extension. So approximately:

  • $1800 – $2400 per square meter for brick veneer.
  • $1950 – $2550 per square meter for full brick.
  • $2250 per square meter for timber frame.

Ideally speaking, a cosmetic renovations budget is around 10% of the current value of a home. So with the average Sydney property currently sitting at around $1,200,000. A full home renovation will cost around $120,000.

Whereas for a structural renovations budget, that number can range from 10% up to 40% of the current property value. So if using the same current median cost of a Sydney home, an extensive structural renovation could cost between $120,000 and $480,000.

This of course is also subject to the quality of materials used, the scope of works and the desired finish (be it a budget, midrange or high-end renovation).

Additionally, an extra 10-20% on top of the renovation cost should always be budgeted for as a contingency plan for any works that are unforeseeable before beginning demolition.

The terms remodelling and renovating are often used interchangeably, while both do refer to making improvements/ alterations to an existing house, technically speaking they refer to 2 different types of construction. The definition of renovation means “to improve or restore to a good state of repair.” While the definition of remodelling is “to change the structure or form of a building or house”.

The average bathroom renovation cost in Sydney is between $18,500 – $30,000 (design, supply and build). Which can skew to the lower or higher end of the scale based on your choice of fittings and products, the necessity of consent and the complexity of the works needed.

Generally bathroom renovations take between 3-4 weeks, from the date of commencing demolition. However this can take longer depending on factors such as supplier delays, unforeseen events and consent.

The average kitchen renovation cost in Sydney is between $20,500 – $35,000 (design, supply and build). This can skew to the lower or higher end of the scale based on your choice of cabinetry, appliances, fittings, products, the necessity for consent and the complexity of the works needed.

Generally kitchen renovations take between 3-6 weeks, from the date of commencing demolition. However this can take longer depending on factors such as supplier delays, unforeseen events and consent.

We organise, direct and supervise all of our licensed tradespeople from start to finish. With 45+ years of combined experience, there is not a design we can’t execute, or a problem we can’t solve.

We provide a 6 year guarantee with every bathroom or kitchen renovation. We comply with all Australian standards and relevant Government legislation. Our waterproofing also comes certified with a 10 year warranty – for maximum peace of mind.

Unlike most other builders, we have an in-house architect on the team. With her help, we can replicate any design you have seen in person or online, or custom design the perfect bathroom or kitchen to suit your specific wants and needs.