Bathroom renovation pricing in Geelong — 2026 cost guide
Bathroom renovations in Geelong sit between $12,000 (basic refresh, same layout, builder-grade fixtures) and $45,000+ (bespoke vanity, full-height tile, custom shower, frameless screen, in-slab heating). Waterproofing is the make-or-break — AS 3740 compliance is mandatory and the #1 insurance claim cause on home renos post-handover.
Below are typical Geelong ranges by scope. Every job comes with an AS 3740 waterproofing certificate. Call (03) 9003 0108 for a site-specific quote.
Typical 2026 prices for bathroom renovations in Geelong
Real ranges from our books, not made-up averages. Every quote we issue is itemised against the work below.
| Service | Typical range (AU 2026) | What's included |
|---|---|---|
| Refresh-only (paint + new tap-ware + new toilet) | $3,500 – $6,500 | No tiling, no waterproofing. Keep existing layout and tile. |
| Standard reno — same layout (2-3sqm bathroom) | $12,000 – $22,000 | New tile (floor + walls), new vanity, new shower screen, new toilet, basic in-wall plumbing. |
| Mid-spec reno — same layout (3sqm+) | $18,000 – $32,000 | Better fixtures, frameless screen, niche, recessed mirror cabinet, LED lighting. |
| Premium reno — same layout (3sqm+) | $28,000 – $48,000 | Bespoke vanity, full-height tile, in-slab heating, heated towel rail, smart toilet, custom joinery. |
| Layout change — move toilet/shower within 1.5m | +$3,500 – $6,500 | On top of base reno. Drainage re-route within slab tolerance. |
| Layout change — slab chase / new drainage | +$5,500 – $12,500 | On top of base reno. Concrete cut + new drainage + repour. |
| Waterproofing certificate (AS 3740) | $580 – $1,200 | Mandatory; included in every quote we issue. |
| Tiling (floor + walls, per sqm fitted) | $120 – $220 per sqm | Tile cost separate; large-format on top. |
| Vanity supply + install (builder-grade) | $1,200 – $2,400 | Floor-standing or wall-hung 900mm with stone top. |
| Vanity — bespoke joinery (per linear m) | $2,800 – $5,500 | Australian-made bespoke; with stone top. |
| Shower screen — frameless | $1,200 – $2,400 | Toughened 10mm glass, channel-fixed. |
| In-slab heating (electric wire mat, per sqm) | $220 – $380 | Plus thermostat ($280) + electrician install ($380). |
| Heated towel rail (incl. install) | $580 – $1,200 | Dedicated GPO behind the wall. |
| Smart toilet (Toto, Geberit AquaClean) | $3,500 – $6,500 | Includes water + GPO install. |
| Demolition + skip | $1,400 – $2,800 | Strip-out + waste removal. |
Prices indicative for Geelong in 2026. Final quote depends on your site — call (03) 9003 0108 for an exact number.
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What changes the price on your job
The ranges above are the starting point. These five factors are what move a quote up or down within (or sometimes outside) those bands.
- Layout change is the biggest cost driver — keeping fixtures within 1.5m of existing waste keeps you in 'same layout' territory.
- Tile choice — $30/sqm builder-tile vs $180/sqm large-format porcelain is a real $2,500–$6,500 difference on a 25sqm wall+floor.
- Fixture brand — Caroma / Phoenix / Methven mid-range vs Gessi / Brodware / Fantini premium is a $3,000–$8,000 spread.
- Slab condition — slab-on-ground homes from 1995-2015 have the waste set in the slab; chase-out adds materially.
- Waterproofing detail — full-height tile means full-height waterproofing, not just to splashback height.
Red flags — what to watch for in quotes
We see these patterns every week from operators we'd never recommend. If a quote you've received contains one of these, ask before signing.
- Quotes that don't include the AS 3740 waterproofing certificate — illegal and uninsurable.
- Tilers doing their own waterproofing without a registered waterproofer's certificate — the #1 cause of failed bathrooms in year 2.
- Quotes without DBI insurance over $16,000 (VIC) — illegal; verify on the VBA register.
- Vague 'tiling included' lines — get the sqm rate and the tile allowance separately.
- Cheap shower screens (6mm framed) — flex over time, leak at the channel. Frameless 10mm is the modern standard.
How to get an accurate quote in 5 minutes
Have the following ready when you call (03) 9003 0108 (or jot it on the quote form) and we can give you a real number in one call, not five.
- Photos of the existing bathroom from 3 angles + a rough sketch of any layout change.
- Approximate budget band.
- Approximate floor area (in sqm or LxW in metres).
- Single-storey vs upstairs (affects waterproofing + access).
- Heritage overlay or body-corp restrictions.
Frequently asked questions
How long does a bathroom reno take?
Are you DBI-insured?
Can I use the bathroom during the reno?
Do you supply tiles?
Is the waterproofing warrantied?
Can I keep the existing toilet/vanity?
Engineered stone benchtops — can I have one?
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