Alexandria’s homes have character. Federation terraces, converted warehouses, narrow inner-city blocks, they’re beautiful, but renovating them takes real expertise. At Sydney Home Renovation, we’ve built our reputation on delivering exceptional results in exactly these kinds of properties. Whether you’re transforming a single bathroom or undertaking a complete whole home renovation, our licensed team brings the skill, local knowledge, and project management discipline that Alexandria homeowners deserve.
At Sydney Home Renovation, we deliver quality renovations across every room and every property type. From heritage terraces in Balmain to modern homes in Parramatta, we’ve built a reputation for craftsmanship, transparency, and results that last.
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Not all renovation builders are the same. Here’s why Alexandria homeowners choose Sydney Home Renovation:
Fully licensed under NSW Fair Trading, insured, and compliant
We navigate City of Sydney Council approvals so you don't have to
We've worked on dozens of Federation terraces and heritage-listed homes
No surprise bills. Your quote is your price.
We coordinate every trade, from structural engineers to tilers
One point of contact from first call to final walkthrough
Our clients are as diverse as Alexandria itself. We work with:
Whatever your situation, we’ll listen first and build a solution that fits your property, your timeline, and your budget.
A whole home renovation is one of the most significant investments you'll make, and one of the most rewarding. We manage every element of your project, from structural changes and new flooring to kitchen, bathroom, and electrical upgrades. Most whole home renovations in Alexandria take between 12 and 24 weeks depending on scope. We handle all trades, all council requirements, and all coordination, so you experience a smooth process from demolition to delivery. The result is a home that feels completely new while retaining the character that made you love it in the first place.
Running out of space? A home extension adds the square metres you need without the cost and disruption of moving. We design and build rear extensions, side extensions, and open-plan living additions that integrate seamlessly with your existing home. In Alexandria, narrow block widths and heritage overlays require careful planning, we've navigated these constraints many times and know exactly how to maximise your footprint within council requirements. Extensions typically take 10–20 weeks from approval to completion.
A granny flat is one of the smartest investments an Alexandria property owner can make. Under NSW SEPP (Complying Development) provisions, many properties qualify for a granny flat without a full Development Application, significantly reducing approval time. We assess your block, confirm eligibility, and deliver a fully self-contained dwelling that can house family members or generate strong rental income. Granny flat builds typically take 12–16 weeks from approval.
Your bathroom should be a space you actually enjoy. We handle complete bathroom renovations, from waterproofing and tiling to vanities, fixtures, and ventilation. We work with you to choose finishes that suit your style and your budget, and we complete every wet area to Australian Standards for waterproofing compliance. Most bathroom renovations in Alexandria take 2–4 weeks. Call us on 61 2 9072 1905 to discuss your bathroom transformation.
The kitchen is the heart of your home, and a well-designed renovation adds both daily enjoyment and significant property value. We manage custom joinery, benchtop installation, splashbacks, appliance integration, plumbing, and electrical, everything under one roof. We've renovated kitchens in tight Federation terrace layouts and open-plan warehouse apartments, and we know how to make every centimetre count. Kitchen renovations typically take 3–5 weeks.
A laundry renovation is often overlooked, but it makes a real difference to daily life. We reconfigure layouts, install new cabinetry and benchtops, upgrade plumbing, and add smart storage solutions that turn a cramped utility space into something genuinely functional. Laundry renovations are also one of the most cost-effective upgrades for rental properties. Most laundry renovations complete within 1–2 weeks.
Adding a second storey is the most dramatic way to transform your Alexandria home. It doubles your living space without reducing your backyard, and it can unlock stunning views across the inner city. Second-storey additions require structural engineering assessment, council approval, and careful integration with your existing structure. We manage the entire process, engineering, DA or CDC, construction, and finishing, delivering a seamless result that looks like it was always part of the original design. Allow 20–30 weeks for a full second-storey addition.
A restaurant renovation demands precision, speed, and an understanding of commercial requirements. We've completed restaurant fit-outs and refurbishments across inner Sydney, working with commercial kitchen requirements, health and safety compliance, acoustic treatment, and front-of-house design. We know that every day your restaurant is closed costs you revenue, so we plan and execute with efficiency. Restaurant renovations typically take 6–14 weeks depending on scope.
Restaurant renovations demand precision, speed, and an understanding of commercial kitchen requirements. We work with Sydney hospitality operators to deliver front-of-house fitouts, commercial kitchen upgrades, bar installations, and full venue transformations. We understand the importance of minimising downtime and meeting council health and safety requirements. Whether you're refreshing an existing venue or building a new concept from scratch, we deliver on time and on budget.
Alexandria sits within the City of Sydney Council area, and many of its streets fall under heritage conservation area controls. This means renovation work, particularly on facades, rooflines, and external materials, requires careful compliance with heritage guidelines. A Development Application for a heritage-affected property involves additional documentation, heritage impact statements, and longer assessment timeframes. We've worked through this process many times and know how to prepare applications that get approved efficiently.
Many Alexandria properties are terraces or semi-detached homes on blocks as narrow as 7–8 metres. This creates real challenges for extensions, material delivery, and construction access. We've seen projects on other sites stall because builders underestimated these constraints. We assess access, structural implications, and neighbour considerations before we quote, so there are no surprises during construction.
Alexandria's Federation and Edwardian homes are beautiful, but their plumbing, electrical, and structural systems are often 80–120 years old. A renovation that doesn't account for this can uncover costly surprises mid-project. We build contingency planning into our scopes of work and communicate clearly when we encounter ageing infrastructure, so you stay informed and in control throughout.
Alexandria's industrial heritage means a significant number of properties are converted warehouses, now used as residential lofts, creative studios, or mixed commercial-residential spaces. These buildings present unique renovation challenges: high ceilings, concrete structures, acoustic requirements, and thermal performance considerations. We've worked in these spaces extensively and understand what it takes to make them both beautiful and liveable.
We start with a conversation. You tell us what you want to achieve, and we visit your Alexandria property to assess what’s possible. We look at your block, your existing structure, your council zone, and any heritage considerations. This is a no-obligation conversation, we want you to feel informed before you commit to anything.
Based on your brief and our site assessment, we develop a detailed scope of works and a fixed-price quote. We work with architects and designers where needed, or we can work from your existing plans. Our quotes are transparent, you’ll see exactly what’s included and why.
We manage the approval process on your behalf. Whether your project requires a Development Application through City of Sydney Council, a Complying Development Certificate, or a Construction Certificate, we handle the paperwork and liaise with council. We also schedule trades and order materials so construction starts on time.
Your dedicated project manager oversees every aspect of construction. We coordinate all subcontractors, structural engineers, concreters, carpenters, plumbers, electricians, tilers, and painters, and we keep you updated throughout. You’ll always know what’s happening on your site.
Before we hand over your renovated home, we conduct a thorough quality inspection against your scope of works. We walk through the completed project with you, address any items on the defects list, and ensure you’re completely satisfied before we consider the job done.
Our relationship doesn’t end at practical completion. We provide a defects liability period and remain available to address any issues that arise after handover. We build homes we’re proud of, and we stand behind our work.
We believe in pricing transparency. Renovation costs in Alexandria and inner Sydney are influenced by several factors, and we want you to understand what shapes your investment before we meet.
| Renovation Type | Typical Sydney Investment |
|---|---|
| Whole Home Renovation | $200,000 – $800,000+ |
| Home Extension | $150,000 – $400,000+ |
| Granny Flat | $120,000 – $200,000+ |
| Second-Storey Addition | $200,000 – $500,000+ |
| Kitchen Renovation | $20,000 – $60,000+ |
| Bathroom Renovation | $15,000 – $45,000+ |
| Laundry Renovation | $8,000 – $18,000 |
| Office Renovation | $30,000 – $150,000+ |
| Restaurant Renovation | $80,000 – $300,000+ |
What affects your final cost: Scope and complexity structural changes cost more than cosmetic upgrades. Heritage requirements conservation area compliance adds documentation and material costs. Finishes and fixtures your choice of materials significantly influences the budget. Council approval type DA processes take longer and cost more than CDC pathways. Site access narrow terrace blocks can increase labour time and logistics costs
We provide fixed-price contracts, so once we’ve agreed on your scope, your price doesn’t change unless you request variations. No hidden costs. No surprises.
To get an accurate quote for your Alexandria renovation, call us on 61 2 9072 1905 or reach out online. We’ll arrange a free site assessment and provide a detailed, itemised proposal.
It depends on the scope of work and your property's zoning and heritage status. Minor internal renovations often don't require council approval. Extensions, second-storey additions, and granny flats may qualify as Complying Development (CDC) — a faster approval pathway — or may require a full Development Application (DA) through City of Sydney Council. Heritage-affected properties almost always require DA approval for external changes. We assess your specific situation during our initial consultation and advise you on the most efficient approval pathway.
Timelines vary significantly by project type. A bathroom renovation typically takes 2–4 weeks. A kitchen renovation takes 3–5 weeks. A home extension or second-storey addition takes 10–30 weeks including approvals. A whole home renovation can take 12–24 weeks or more. We provide a detailed project schedule with your quote so you know exactly what to expect before work begins.
Yes. Sydney Home Renovation holds a current NSW Fair Trading builder's licence. We're fully insured, including home building compensation cover for eligible residential projects. We're happy to provide our licence details on request — we encourage every homeowner to verify their builder's credentials before signing a contract.
Absolutely. Many of the properties we work on in Alexandria, Erskineville, Paddington, and Surry Hills are within heritage conservation areas or are individually heritage-listed. We understand the City of Sydney Council's heritage guidelines, work with heritage consultants where required, and prepare thorough heritage impact statements to support DA applications. Heritage properties require more careful planning, but the results are always worth it.
A whole home renovation typically includes structural changes (wall removal, new openings), new flooring throughout, complete kitchen and bathroom renovations, updated electrical and plumbing, new joinery and built-ins, painting, and finishing. The exact scope is tailored to your home and your goals. We develop a detailed scope of works with you before any work begins, so you know precisely what's included in your fixed-price contract.
Yes — completely. We coordinate all trades required for your project, including structural engineers, concreters, carpenters, plumbers, electricians, waterproofers, tilers, plasterers, and painters. You deal with one project manager, not a dozen different tradespeople. This is one of the most significant advantages of working with Sydney Home Renovation — seamless coordination means fewer delays and a smoother experience for you.
Possibly, yes. Many properties in Alexandria and surrounding suburbs meet the criteria for a granny flat under NSW Complying Development provisions — typically a minimum lot size of 450m² and compliance with setback and height requirements. We assess your block during our initial consultation and confirm eligibility before you commit to anything. If your property qualifies for CDC approval, we can often begin construction significantly faster than a DA pathway.
Simply call us on 61 2 9072 1905 or reach out through our website. We'll have a brief conversation about your project, arrange a free site assessment at your Alexandria property, and provide a detailed, fixed-price proposal. There's no obligation — just an honest conversation about what's possible.
Your Alexandria property has real potential. Whether you’re planning a bathroom refresh, a full home transformation, a granny flat, or a commercial fit-out, Sydney Home Renovation has the expertise, the licences, and the local knowledge to deliver results you’ll love.
We work across Alexandria, Erskineville, Newtown, Redfern, Waterloo, Zetland, Rosebery, Surry Hills, Paddington, Glebe, Randwick, and throughout inner Sydney.
