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Greater Melbourne
Renovators based across the regions of Greater Melbourne.
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Renovators in Inner Melbourne
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Regional VIC
Renovators based in the regions outside Greater Melbourne.
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Renovators in Barwon
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What to expect when hiring renovators in Victoria
What the job should cost, what a good quote includes and which licence to check.
What renovation costs
Across Australia, renovation typically runs $12,205 – $54,005 for bathroom renovation, and $25,000 – $80,000 for kitchen renovation.
Local prices vary, so these are typical Australia-wide ranges, not a quote for Victoria. What you'll pay comes down to the size of the job, the condition of what's being worked on, and the finish you choose. Get a few quotes to see your exact number. It's free.
Things to consider before you book
The local conditions that shape the job, the best time of year to book, and what to sort out before you choose a renovator.
Fire Safety Assessment May Apply
Most of Victoria is designated bushfire prone land. A fire safety assessment may be needed for building works — check with your builder or council before starting. Vegetation management rules may apply for landscaping.
Cooler Months Give Better Results
Summers in most of Victoria are warm enough to affect outdoor renovator work — materials can dry or cure too quickly on the hottest days. Your tradie will plan their work around the temperature — prep and shade-side work in the heat, application when conditions are right.
What's in a good Renovation quote?
A good quote spells out how the job is priced and what's covered (labour, materials, prep and clean-up), so you're comparing like for like. Check what each renovator's quote covers before you choose.
Worth knowing: getting two or three quotes is the simplest way to land a fair price, and it costs you nothing.
- 01Scope of works
Each stage a separate item, demolition to finishing.
- 02Materials specified
Specific brands and models, not 'mid-range tiles'.
- 03Exclusions
Waste, skip bins, scaffolding and making good, often left out.
- 04Provisional sums
Hidden plumbing, subfloor or asbestos, given a dollar estimate.
- 05Licence and insurance
ABN, licence and public liability on the quote.
- 06Payment schedule
Deposit and payments tied to completed stages, not dates.
Cheapest isn't always the best. Check these before you hire anybody.
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Hiring a renovator in VIC
What the law requires before and after you sign.
Renovators need a licence in VIC for jobs over $10,000.
The price is the full amount you pay the renovator, including labour, materials and GST.
- Licence
- Domestic builder registration (limited to bathroom, kitchen and laundry renovation)
- Categories
- Domestic builder (limited to bathroom, kitchen and laundry renovation), Domestic builder (limited to carpentry), Domestic builder (unlimited)
- Regulator
- Building and Plumbing Commission
- Written contractover$10,000
The contract must be in writing and set out all its terms. The price includes labour, materials and GST.
Applies to renovation jobs.
- Deposit cap
The cap is 5% of a contract price of $20,000 or more. It is 10% of a price under $20,000.
Applies to all renovation jobs.
- Home warranty insuranceover$20,000
Home Warranty from the Building and Plumbing Commission covers contracts signed on or after 1 July 2026.
Applies to renovation jobs.
- Cooling-off period5 business dayson contracts over $10,000
You can withdraw at any time in that period. It starts when you receive a copy of the signed contract.
Applies to renovation jobs.
Sources: consumer.vic.gov.au, Building Regulations 2018, bpc.vic.gov.au, Domestic Building Contracts Act 1995, Building Act 1993. Checked 16 Oct 2026.
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Questions about renovation in VIC
Do renovators need a licence in VIC?
Renovators need a licence in VIC for jobs over $10,000.
The price is the full amount you pay the renovator, including labour, materials and GST.
The licence is the Domestic builder registration (limited to bathroom, kitchen and laundry renovation).
How do I check a renovator's licence in VIC?
Ask the renovator for their licence number, then look them up on the Building and Plumbing Commission public register.
Check a licenceWho regulates renovators in VIC?
Renovators are regulated by Building and Plumbing Commission.
Are there exceptions to the licence rule for renovators in VIC?
A contract for one trade only, such as painting or tiling, needs no registered builder.
Do I need a written contract with a renovator in VIC?
Renovation jobs over $10,000 need a written contract.
The contract must be in writing and set out all its terms. The price includes labour, materials and GST.
How much deposit can a renovator ask for in VIC?
The cap is 5% of a contract price of $20,000 or more. It is 10% of a price under $20,000.
Applies to all renovation jobs.
Does a renovator have to give me home warranty insurance in VIC?
Renovation jobs over $20,000 need home warranty insurance.
Home Warranty from the Building and Plumbing Commission covers contracts signed on or after 1 July 2026.
Is there a cooling-off period for a contract with a renovator in VIC?
You have 5 business days to cool off on contracts over $10,000.
You can withdraw at any time in that period. It starts when you receive a copy of the signed contract.
Sources: consumer.vic.gov.au, Building Regulations 2018, bpc.vic.gov.au, Domestic Building Contracts Regulations 2017, Domestic Building Contracts Act 1995, Building Act 1993. Checked 16 Oct 2026.
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