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How Long Do Renovations Take? Melbourne Benchmarks by Project Type
Ask how long a renovation takes and you will get two very different answers depending on what is being counted. The on-site construction weeks are the number...
Financing a Renovation: Options for Melbourne Homeowners
How you fund a renovation shapes the project as much as any design decision. It determines how much you can commit, how progress payments flow, how much buff...
Apartment Renovations and Owners Corporation Rules in Melbourne
Renovating an apartment in Melbourne involves a layer of approval that house renovators never encounter: the owners corporation. Get it right and the process...
Northcote Kitchen Renovations: Character Homes, Modern Kitchens
Northcote's kitchens live inside one of Melbourne's most consistent character housing belts. The streets running off High Street and through the Westgarth en...
Double-Storey Additions in Melbourne: Planning and Cost Reality
When a Melbourne family outgrows its home but cannot or will not give up the backyard, the conversation turns upward. A double-storey addition promises more...
Extension or Renovation? Comparing Paths for Melbourne Homes
At some point most Melbourne homeowners hit the same fork in the road: the house no longer works, and the choice is between renovating within the existing wa...
Californian Bungalow Renovation Ideas for Melbourne Blocks
The Californian bungalow is arguably the most renovation-friendly period home in Melbourne. Built in huge numbers between roughly 1915 and 1940 across suburb...
Full Home Renovation vs Knockdown-Rebuild in Melbourne
At a certain scope, every Melbourne renovation conversation arrives at the same fork: keep working with the existing house, or clear the block and start agai...
Ensuite Renovation Timelines: Why Small Rooms Still Take Weeks
The most common timeline question we get about ensuites goes something like this: the room is barely three square metres, so surely it is a one-week job? It...
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From start to finish, the process was smooth and professional. The crew was punctual, respectful of my space, and incredibly skilled. The quality of work exceeded my expectations.
One of the best decisions we made choosing Steve and Ray to renovate our house. Such an amazing and dedicated team. Would recommend them to anyone looking for renovators around Victoria.
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It was an absolute pleasure dealing with Steve and his guys at VicWide Renovations. Fast, efficient, good quality work and addressed any issues we had along the way without any fuss.
Steve and Kevin did an outstanding job at my parents' old place—highly recommend them!
Great work from a friendly bunch of tradies. Am totally over the moon with the quality and finishes. Once I've saved up some additional funds more work coming their way.
