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Bathroom Renovations β€” Canberra ACT

A Bathroom Worth
Waking Up Toβ€”
Built to Last Decades

Ensuite, main bathroom, or full refit β€” every Sync bathroom is personally managed by Fady, your licensed ACT builder, with proper waterproofing, quality trades, and a finish that holds up long after handover.

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Waterproofing GuaranteedAS 3740 compliant, certified
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5.0 Google ReviewsCanberra homeowners
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Builder On Site DailyNot a foreman
3–6 Weeks typical build time
$15k Bathrooms from
AS 3740 Waterproofing standard
5.0β˜… Average Google rating

Builder-Led Bathroom Renovations

Done Right β€” Not Just
Done Quickly

A bathroom renovation isn't just about aesthetics. The work hidden behind the tiles β€” waterproofing, drainage, plumbing, ventilation β€” determines how long your bathroom actually lasts and whether it causes expensive problems further down the track.

Fady manages every Sync bathroom renovation personally, on site every day. That means waterproofing is done correctly and inspected before tiling begins. It means trades are coordinated so work happens in the right order. And it means the finish β€” the part you see β€” is as good as the part you don't.

πŸ’§ Why waterproofing matters more than most builders admit

Bathroom water damage is one of the most costly and disruptive repair jobs a homeowner can face β€” and almost all of it is caused by substandard or incorrectly applied waterproofing. At Sync, waterproofing is not rushed. It is applied correctly, cured properly, and inspected before a single tile is laid. Every time.

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Waterproofing to AS 3740

Australian Standard compliant β€” inspected and certified before tiling.

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All trades coordinated

Plumber, tiler, electrician, waterproofer β€” scheduled in the right order, every time.

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Statutory warranty on all works

Full warranty documentation provided at handover β€” covers workmanship and structural.

[Suburb] Bathroom Renovation β€” [Year] Budget: $[X]k Β· Duration: [X] weeks Β· [Feature detail]

Bathroom Types We Build

Every Kind of Bathroom β€” One Builder

From a compact powder room to a luxury master ensuite with freestanding bath β€” Fady manages every scope with the same attention to detail and the same standard of waterproofing and finish.

Most Popular
Typically $18,000 – $45,000+

Ensuite Renovation

Master bedroom ensuites β€” space-efficient layouts, premium fixtures, frameless screens, and finishes that feel hotel-quality every morning. Designed around how you and your partner actually use the space.

Full waterproofing to AS 3740
Custom shower recess, niche & screen
Floating or wall-hung vanity
Premium tapware & heated towel rail
Large-format tile selection & installation
Get a Free Ensuite Quote
Typically $20,000 – $55,000+

Main Bathroom Renovation

The main bathroom services the whole family β€” it needs to be functional, durable, and look great for years. We design main bathrooms for practical daily use while ensuring they feel fresh and well-finished.

Bath, shower & separate toilet configurations
Durable, easy-clean tile selections
Quality exhaust fan & ventilation
Generous storage β€” built-in or mirrored
Heated floor option available
Get a Free Main Bath Quote
Typically $10,000 – $25,000+

Guest Bathroom & Powder Room

A powder room or guest bathroom makes a strong first impression. We make compact spaces feel considered and quality β€” the right tiles, the right fixtures, nothing wasted.

Space-efficient layout planning
Wall-hung vanity to maximise floor space
Feature tile or accent wall
Quality tapware & accessories
Improved ventilation & lighting
Enquire About This Scope
Premium
Typically $45,000 – $90,000+

Luxury & Spa Bathroom

Freestanding baths, double vanities, full-height feature tiles, underfloor heating, and bespoke joinery β€” built for those who want their bathroom to feel like a genuine retreat.

Freestanding or deep-soak bath
Double vanity with custom cabinetry
Hydronic or electric underfloor heating
Full-height marble or stone look tiling
Architectural shower with rain head
Discuss Your Luxury Bathroom
Typically $18,000 – $40,000+

Accessible & Mobility Bathroom

Designed for ageing-in-place, disability access, or NDIS-funded modifications β€” we build bathrooms that meet AS 1428 accessibility standards without sacrificing style or dignity.

Curbless / step-free shower entry
Grab rail installation to AS 1428
Non-slip tile selection & installation
Wider door and turning radius
NDIS-compliant documentation available
Enquire About Accessibility
Typically $15,000 – $35,000+

Pool & Outdoor Bathroom

Outdoor shower facilities, poolside change rooms, and cabana bathrooms β€” built with materials suited to the ACT climate, weatherproof, slip-resistant, and integrated with your outdoor living space.

Weather-rated materials throughout
Anti-slip tile selection for outdoor use
Proper drainage & sloping
Outdoor-rated fixtures & fittings
Integration with pool or alfresco area
Enquire About Outdoor Bathroom

What's Covered

Everything Coordinated β€”
Nothing Left to Chance

A Sync bathroom renovation covers every element from demo to handover. Every trade is coordinated by Fady β€” in the right order, to the right standard.

βœ“ Always Included

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Full demolition & waste removal
All existing fixtures, tiles, linings, and plumbing removed cleanly and disposed of correctly.
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Waterproofing to AS 3740
Applied by a licensed waterproofer, inspected before any tiling begins. Compliant with Australian Standard β€” essential for warranty validity.
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Wall preparation & sheeting
Correct moisture-resistant wall substrate installed β€” no shortcuts that cause problems later.
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Full tiling β€” floors, walls & shower recess
Your tile selection supplied and installed. Grout colour chosen with you for the best result.
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Vanity, basin & tapware supply & install
Wall-hung, floor-mounted, or freestanding β€” fitted by our licensed plumber with proper isolation valves.
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Toilet supply & installation
Back-to-wall, in-wall cistern, or standard β€” installed with correct rough-in and waste connections.
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Shower screen or bath screen
Frameless, semi-frameless, or framed β€” templated on site and installed with proper water sealing.
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Electrical β€” lighting, exhaust & power points
New LED downlights, compliant exhaust fan with external ducting, and shaver/USB outlets.
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Plastering, painting & sealing
All wall repairs, full repaint of bathroom and ceiling. Water-resistant paint used throughout.
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Builder on site daily β€” quality control
Every stage inspected by Fady before the next begins. Waterproofing, tiling, plumbing β€” all checked personally.

+ Available to Include

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Freestanding bath supply & installation
Acrylic, stone resin, or cast iron β€” positioned, levelled, and plumbed with freestanding floor mixer.
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Hydronic underfloor heating
Heated tile floor β€” warmer underfoot in Canberra winters. Includes thermostat and programmable timer.
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Heated towel rail
Hardwired electric or hydronic β€” standard in most mid-range and premium Sync bathrooms.
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Shaving cabinet or custom mirror
Recessed or surface-mounted shaving cabinet, or frameless custom mirror to your specification.
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Custom joinery / built-in storage
Linen storage, recessed niche shelving, or full vanity unit with custom door fronts.
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Skylights or window upgrade
Improved natural light can transform a bathroom. We handle the structural work and weatherproofing.
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Grab rails & accessibility modifications
AS 1428-compliant grab rails, fold-down seats, and step-free shower entries where required.
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Layout reconfiguration
Moving plumbing, changing window positions, or altering the floor plan β€” we manage the engineering and approvals.
πŸ’§ Critical β€” Read This

The Hidden Work That Determines Whether Your Bathroom Lasts 5 Years or 30

Most bathroom renovation complaints come down to one thing: poor waterproofing. Water finds its way through incorrectly applied membranes, incorrect fall on floors, or missed junctions β€” and by the time you see the damage (efflorescence, cracked tiles, rotting framing), the repair bill dwarfs the cost of doing it right in the first place.

At Sync, waterproofing is never rushed, never cut, and always inspected by the builder personally before any tiling begins. We comply with AS 3740 β€” and we document it.

Our waterproofing commitment:

Licensed waterproofer applies membrane to shower recess, bath surrounds, floor, and all junctions. Full cure time observed. Fady inspects before tiling commences. Documentation provided at handover. Covered under statutory warranty.

How Sync Waterproofs Your Bathroom

1

Surface preparation

All surfaces are checked for levelness, correctly profiled, and treated with primer where required to ensure membrane adhesion.

2

Membrane application

Liquid membrane applied to floor, all four shower walls to correct height, bath surrounds, and all junctions β€” including wall-floor joints and penetrations.

3

Full cure β€” no shortcuts

Correct cure time observed between coats and before tiling begins. Temperature and humidity conditions are considered. No rushing this stage.

4

Builder inspection & sign-off

Fady personally inspects every waterproofed surface before authorising tiling to commence. This is non-negotiable on every Sync project.

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Certification at handover

Waterproofing certificate provided at handover along with all other warranty documentation. You have proof of compliance β€” permanently.

Your Bathroom Renovation Process

Step by Step β€” Clear From
Day One to Handover

Every Sync bathroom renovation follows a structured sequence β€” the right work, in the right order, with Fady managing every stage personally.

1

Free Consultation β€” On Site or by Phone

Fady discusses your bathroom goals, looks at the existing space, and gives you an honest picture of what your budget will deliver. No obligation, no sales pitch.

⏱ 30–60 minutes
2

Design, Tile & Fixture Selections

We work through your layout, tile choices, fixtures, tapware, and vanity together β€” Fady guides you with options across price points. A detailed itemised quote is produced from these decisions.

⏱ 1–2 weeks
3

Approval & Trade Scheduling

Any required building approvals are lodged. Plumber, waterproofer, tiler, and electrician are scheduled and briefed β€” in the correct sequence.

⏱ 1–3 weeks
4

Construction β€” Fady On Site Daily

Demolition, waterproofing (inspected before tiling), tiling, plumbing, electrical, and finishing β€” every stage coordinated and checked by the builder. You receive regular updates throughout.

⏱ 3–6 weeks depending on scope
5

Handover, Walkthrough & Warranty

Full walkthrough with Fady, waterproofing certificate, statutory warranty documentation, and a direct line to call if anything needs attention post-handover.

βœ“ Certificate + warranty + builder contact

Before & After

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Before
After
[Suburb] Ensuite β€” Full Refit
Budget: $[X]k
Duration: [X] weeks
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After
[Suburb] Main Bathroom β€” Luxury Upgrade
Budget: $[X]k
Duration: [X] weeks
Before
After
[Suburb] Guest Bathroom β€” Full Reno
Budget: $[X]k
Duration: [X] weeks
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After
[Suburb] Bathroom β€” Freestanding Bath Addition
Budget: $[X]k
Duration: [X] weeks

Investment Guide

What Does a Bathroom Renovation
Cost in Canberra?

Honest, indicative ranges for the Canberra ACT market in 2025. Your actual quote depends on the scope, materials chosen, and any required plumbing or structural changes.

Entry

Refresh & Update

$15,000 – $25,000

Best for: Cosmetic update β€” keep layout, replace fixtures and tiles

New vanity, toilet & tapware
Retile floor & shower recess
New shower screen
Updated lighting & exhaust
Waterproofing to AS 3740
Paint & final finish

Suitable where the existing layout is functional and the bathroom is structurally sound.

β˜… Most Popular

Full Renovation

$25,000 – $55,000

Best for: Complete refit β€” everything replaced, layout adjusted

Full demolition & preparation
Waterproofing to AS 3740
Full tiling β€” floor, walls & shower
Premium vanity, basin & tapware
Frameless or semi-frameless screen
Toilet, accessories & mirrors
Heated towel rail
LED lighting & quality exhaust

The most common scope for Canberra homes β€” complete transformation at a realistic price.

Premium

Luxury & Custom

$55,000 – $90,000+

Best for: Freestanding bath, double vanity, feature tiles, spa finish

Everything in Full Renovation
Freestanding bath supply & install
Double vanity with custom cabinetry
Underfloor heating (hydronic or electric)
Full-height feature tiling
Architectural shower system
Custom joinery & recessed niche
Premium tapware & accessories

For those who want a bathroom that feels like a genuine daily luxury β€” built to last decades.

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The best way to understand your bathroom's cost is a 30-minute conversation with Fady.

Costs vary widely depending on tile selections, plumbing changes, access, and your existing bathroom's condition. Fady will give you a straight answer β€” and flag anything that might affect your budget before you commit.

Book your free consultation β†’

Why Builder-Led Matters in Bathrooms

Common Bathroom Renovation
Problems β€” And How We Prevent Them

Bathrooms are the most technically demanding renovation. Here's what goes wrong when they're not managed properly β€” and exactly how Sync handles each.

❌ What homeowners complain about
βœ— Waterproofing applied incorrectly or rushed β€” causes tile failure, water damage, mould within years
βœ— Trades not coordinated β€” plumber finishes before waterproofer arrives, work has to be redone
βœ— Tiles laid with uneven falls β€” water pools instead of draining, leading to chronic wet floors
βœ— Grout joints inconsistent β€” visible gaps and poor alignment on feature tile work
βœ— Fixtures not centred or aligned properly β€” small errors that are visible every day
βœ— No documentation at handover β€” can't prove waterproofing compliance when selling the home
βœ“ How Sync prevents it
βœ“ Waterproofing applied to AS 3740, full cure time observed, inspected by builder before tiling β€” every project
βœ“ All trades scheduled in the correct sequence by the builder β€” no wasted days, no rework
βœ“ Falls checked during waterproofing and tiling stages β€” drain points correct before any tile is set
βœ“ Fady checks tiling as it goes β€” alignment, grout joints, and pattern consistency reviewed daily
βœ“ Fixture layouts marked and approved by client before installation commences β€” zero guesswork
βœ“ Waterproofing certificate and full warranty documentation provided at handover β€” you're protected

Canberra Bathroom Clients

What Homeowners Say After Their
Bathroom Renovation

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"[REPLACE β€” Ideal review: mentions bathroom or ensuite specifically, waterproofing or quality of finish, direct contact with Fady, no surprises on cost, or the finished result. Source from Google My Business. 80–140 words preferred.]"

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[First Name + Last Initial] [Suburb], ACT Β· Bathroom Renovation Β· [Year] β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… Β Google Review
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"[REPLACE β€” Ensuite or main bathroom review. Source from Google My Business.]"

[First Name L.] [Suburb] Β· [Year]
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"[REPLACE β€” Different renovation review β€” communication, quality, or timeline. Source from Google.]"

[First Name L.] [Suburb] Β· [Year]
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…

"[REPLACE β€” Third review. Variety of sentiment β€” budget, builder presence, or post-handover service.]"

[First Name L.] [Suburb] Β· [Year]

Where We Renovate

All ACT Suburbs

Including Queanbeyan region

Braddon Deakin Yarralumla Campbell Downer Narrabundah Hawker Kambah Gungahlin Belconnen Woden Tuggeranong Manuka Kingston Griffith Curtin Lyons Garran Ainslie O'Connor Turner Queanbeyan + All ACT Suburbs

Bathroom Renovation FAQs

Common Questions
Before You Reach Out

Questions Canberra homeowners ask before booking a bathroom consultation. Prefer to speak directly? Call Fady on 0452 394 567.

Call Fady Directly

0452 394 567

Direct to the builder. No reception, no delays.

Book Free Bathroom Consultation
How long does a bathroom renovation take?

A standard bathroom renovation takes 3–6 weeks for construction, depending on the scope. This excludes the design/planning phase (1–2 weeks) and any required approvals (1–3 weeks). Larger bathrooms with structural changes take longer. We give you a specific timeline before you commit β€” and we stick to it.

If your home has more than one bathroom, yes β€” and we plan around that. If the bathroom being renovated is the only one, we discuss your options honestly during the consultation. We schedule work as efficiently as possible to minimise the period you're without bathroom access. This is a real consideration and we treat it seriously.

AS 3740 is the Australian Standard for waterproofing in wet areas. It specifies where waterproofing must be applied, how high it must extend, and what materials are compliant. Non-compliant waterproofing voids warranty, can fail building inspections on sale, and is the leading cause of costly bathroom water damage. All Sync bathrooms are waterproofed to this standard and documented at handover.

Both options work. You can source your own fixtures and tiles β€” we'll advise on specifications to ensure compatibility β€” or we can supply through our trade accounts. We guide you through selections with showrooms and samples, and advise on what works well for your specific space. Tiles in particular: we advise on format, finish, and fall before any order is placed.

Yes β€” bathrooms consistently rank alongside kitchens as the highest-return renovation in the Australian property market. A well-executed main bathroom or ensuite renovation in Canberra typically returns strong value, particularly in inner suburbs and owner-occupier markets. An outdated bathroom is also consistently cited by buyers as a reason to reduce their offer.

Yes. We can reconfigure bathroom layouts, including moving toilet waste points, relocating shower recesses, and changing drain positions. This involves licensed plumbing work and may require a building approval depending on the extent of changes. Fady will advise on the cost and approval requirements for your specific layout change during the consultation.

Free Bathroom Consultation

Let's Plan Your
New Bathroom Together

Describe your project and Fady will call you within 24 hours to arrange a free, no-obligation consultation β€” on site at your home or over the phone.

βœ“ Free β€” no obligation, no pressure
βœ“ You speak directly with Fady β€” the licensed builder
βœ“ Honest advice on waterproofing, layout & budget
βœ“ Response within 24 hours

Prefer to call now?

0452 394 567

Straight to Fady β€” no call centre, no reception.

    We respond to all enquiries within 24 hours. Your details are kept private.

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