Cost Guides · Updated March 2026
Renovation Cost Guides for Australian Homeowners
Everything you need to know about renovation costs before requesting formal quotes. Each guide covers real pricing for your city, what drives costs up, and how to budget with confidence. All figures are built from current HIA, hipages and industry benchmark data, reviewed March 2026.
Kitchen · Sydney
How Much Does a Kitchen Renovation Cost in Sydney in 2026?
Budget to luxury tier breakdown, what drives cost up, and how Sydney compares to the national median. Includes 2026 HBCF insurance and copper loading.
Bathroom · Melbourne
How Much Does a Bathroom Renovation Cost in Melbourne in 2026?
Full cost breakdown with Victorian compliance requirements including 7-Star NatHERS, tier-by-tier pricing and what actually drives cost.
Kitchen · All Cities
Kitchen Renovation Cost per m² in Australia 2026: Are You Overpaying?
Per-linear-metre benchmarks by tier and city so you can sanity-check any builder quote before you sign.
Bathroom · ROI
Spa Bathroom vs Standard Renovation: Is the Wellness Upgrade Worth It in 2026?
What the $15,000–$25,000 price gap between a standard and spa bathroom actually buys you, and when it makes financial sense.
Bathroom · All Cities
Bathroom Renovation Costs Across Australia in 2026: City-by-City Breakdown
Why Brisbane now costs more than Sydney, what drives Adelaide's advantage, and what a mid-range bathroom costs in each capital.
Extensions · All Cities
Building Up vs Building Out: Which Home Extension Adds More Value in 2026?
Second storey or ground floor extension? Honest cost comparison, what drives the price gap, and when each option makes sense.
Deck · Brisbane
How Much Does a Deck Cost in Brisbane in 2026?
Treated pine, hardwood and composite pricing per m², plus what drives costs up in Queensland's high-demand post-Olympics market.
Laundry · All Cities
How Much Does a Laundry Renovation Cost in Australia in 2026?
Budget to premium tier pricing with waterproofing, plumbing and city-adjusted estimates for all five capitals.
Flooring · All Cities
How Much Does New Flooring Cost in Australia in 2026?
Per m² pricing for laminate, vinyl, hybrid, engineered timber and solid hardwood, fully installed with city adjustments.
Budget Guide
What Can You Renovate for $30,000 in Australia in 2026?
Room-by-room breakdown of what $30,000 actually buys, what is realistic, what is a stretch and what to prioritise for maximum value.
Kitchen · Perth
How Much Does a Kitchen Renovation Cost in Perth in 2026?
WA-specific pricing for budget, mid-range and premium kitchen renovations, including the engineered stone ban and Perth trades market.
Bathroom · Perth
How Much Does a Bathroom Renovation Cost in Perth in 2026?
Perth bathroom costs from $12,000 to $45,000+, with WA waterproofing compliance, trades availability and city-adjusted benchmarks.
Deck · Perth
How Much Does a Deck Cost in Perth in 2026?
Jarrah, treated pine and composite deck pricing for Perth, including council permit requirements and WA building regulations.
Extension · Perth
How Much Does a Home Extension Cost in Perth in 2026?
Ground floor and second storey extension costs in Perth, with WA building permit requirements and HII insurance obligations.
Granny Flat · Perth
How Much Does a Granny Flat Cost in Perth in 2026?
Prefab, modular and custom-built granny flat costs in Perth, with WA R-Code rules, council approval and ROI analysis for rental income.
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