Pricing & how we quote
Renovation work from $250 per m² — with a fixed written quote before we start.
Starting rate applies to cosmetic and light-scope work such as flooring, painting and surface refresh in accessible areas. Wet areas, structural work and full renovations are priced higher because of waterproofing, plumbing, electrical and compliance requirements. Every project is quoted individually after a free on-site inspection.
Indicative rate card
Ranges, not quotes. Every project gets a fixed written price after a free on-site inspection.
| Scope | Indicative rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Cosmetic refresh — painting, flooring, surface tidy-up | See starting price ↑ | Accessible rooms, no structural or wet-area work. The advertised entry point — see the qualifier above. |
| General internal renovation — living areas, bedrooms | $900–$2,000/m² | Includes finishes, joinery, lighting, minor electrical. |
| Kitchen renovation | $1,800–$4,500/m² | Driven by cabinetry, benchtop material and appliance spec. |
| Bathroom / wet area | $2,500–$5,000/m² | Waterproofing, plumbing, tiling and compliance concentrate cost in a small area. |
| Whole-home renovation | $1,500–$3,500/m² | Standard scope; premium and structural work runs higher. |
| Insurance / make-good work | Scope-based | Priced to insurer scope of works with documented variations. |
Worked example
Illustrative — not a real client quote
A 6m² main bathroom, full strip-out, mid-range tile and fittings, sits in the $2,500–$5,000/m² band — roughly $15,000–$30,000 before the on-site inspection narrows it down. The exact figure depends on layout changes, waterproofing condition, and finish selections, and it's confirmed in writing before any deposit is taken.
What's included
- Demolition and waste removal
- Waterproofing (wet areas)
- Materials specified in your quote
- Labour
- Site protection during works
- Clean-up on completion
- Certification where required
What's not included
- Structural surprises found once walls/floors are opened up
- Council or strata application fees
- Furniture, appliances or fixtures not listed in your quote
- Changes you make after the quote is signed (priced as a variation)
Payment schedule
For work over $20,000, NSW law caps the deposit at 10% of the contract price. Progress payments are tied to completed stages of work, not to dates on a calendar.
We recommend holding an extra 10–15% in reserve for unknowns that only show up once walls or floors are opened — it's common, and it's better to plan for it than be surprised by it.
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Free on-site inspection, written quote, no obligation.