Home Renovations Toongabbie - Mitro Team Projects

Toongabbie is one of Sydney’s oldest suburbs, and a lot of the homes here show it. Many properties were built in the 1950s and 60s, and while they’re solid and well-located, they weren’t designed for how families live today. Closed-off rooms, narrow kitchens, outdated bathrooms, and limited storage are common complaints we hear from Toongabbie homeowners.

We’re Mitroteam Projects, a local Sydney building team with over 20 years of hands-on construction experience. Founded in 2012 by brothers Marin and Goran Mitrovic, we work with homeowners across Toongabbie on everything from kitchen and bathroom renovations through to home extensions, open-plan conversions, and second storey additions.

If your home isn’t working as well as it should, we can help you fix that without the stress, and without any surprise costs along the way.

Book a Site Visit

Home Renovations in Toongabbie

Toongabbie sits about 30km west of the Sydney CBD and around 8.5km from Parramatta. It’s a suburb that appeals to families and long-term homeowners, and with median house prices sitting well above $1 million, it makes a lot of sense to improve what you’ve already got rather than trying to upsize in the current market.

The housing stock across Toongabbie is a mix of single-level homes, older duplexes, villas, and two-storey properties. A good portion of these were built in the mid-twentieth century and haven’t had much done to them since. That makes renovation a very worthwhile investment for homeowners who want to modernise without moving.

We regularly work on:

Full home renovations
Kitchen renovations
Bathroom renovations
Laundry renovations
Home extensions
Second storey additions
Open-plan living conversions
Outdoor entertaining areas

Book a Site Visit

How Much Does a Home Renovation Cost in Toongabbie?

Renovation costs depend on the condition of the property, the scope of work, the materials you choose, and how much structural work is involved. Here’s a rough guide to get you started:

Renovation Type	Typical Cost Range
Kitchen Renovation	$25,000 to $60,000+
Bathroom Renovation	$18,000 to $40,000+
Full Home Renovation	$100,000 to $400,000+
Ground Floor Extension	$150,000 to $350,000+
Second Storey Addition	$250,000 to $500,000+

Older Toongabbie homes can come with some additional costs that are worth planning for, including:

Asbestos testing and removal
Electrical rewiring
Plumbing upgrades
Structural reinforcement
Drainage improvements

If you want a realistic picture of what your renovation is likely to cost, we can inspect the property and give you an honest quote based on what we find.

Why More and More Homeowners Want to Renovate

With property prices where they are across Western Sydney, moving is expensive and disruptive. Most homeowners we work with in Toongabbie would rather put that money into improving their current home than spend it on stamp duty and relocation costs.

The most common reasons we hear for renovating in Toongabbie:

The layout doesn’t suit how the family lives
The kitchen and bathrooms are well overdue for an update
There’s not enough space for a growing household
The home feels closed off and lacks natural light
Homeowners want to increase the property’s value before selling
Outdoor entertaining space is limited or run-down

Toongabbie also has good-sized blocks in many parts of the suburb, which makes rear extensions and alfresco additions a genuinely practical option for a lot of homeowners.

Types of Homes We Renovate

The housing mix in Toongabbie is varied, and each type comes with its own set of renovation requirements.

1950s and 60s Homes

These are the most common homes we work on in Toongabbie. They tend to have solid construction but are let down by cramped kitchens, small bathrooms, poor flow between rooms, and outdated finishes throughout. A well-planned renovation can completely change how these homes feel and function.

Single-Level Brick Homes

Many of Toongabbie’s older single-level homes are brick construction. These are great candidates for rear extensions, open-plan conversions, and kitchen and bathroom upgrades. The structure is generally sound, but internal layouts often need rethinking.

Fibro Homes

Some older fibro properties remain in parts of Toongabbie. These may contain asbestos in walls, ceilings, or eaves, and proper testing and removal needs to happen before any demolition or structural work begins. We manage this as part of the project.

Duplexes and Villas

Duplexes and villas in Toongabbie commonly need work on storage, kitchens, bathrooms, and flooring. We work with the constraints of strata and duplex arrangements to find practical solutions for each property.

Two-Storey and Modern Homes

Newer two-storey homes often need updates to kitchens and bathrooms, outdoor areas, or internal reconfiguration as family needs change.

Things We Consider

Every suburb has its own building conditions and planning requirements. Here are the key things we factor in when working on renovations in Toongabbie.

Three Council Areas

Toongabbie is split across three local government areas: the City of Parramatta, the City of Blacktown, and Cumberland Council. Which council applies to your property depends on exactly where you are in the suburb, and each has its own planning rules and approval processes. We check this early so there are no surprises down the track.

Asbestos

Many homes in Toongabbie were built before the late 1980s, which means asbestos materials may be present in walls, ceilings, eaves, or floor coverings. Testing and safe removal needs to happen before any demolition or building work can start. We take care of this as part of the renovation process.

Older Plumbing and Electrical

Homes from the 1950s and 60s often have plumbing and electrical systems that don’t meet current standards. These typically need to be upgraded as part of a renovation, and we factor this into the planning and quoting stage.

Structural Wall Removal

Open-plan renovations usually mean taking out internal load-bearing walls, which requires structural engineering and properly installed support beams. This is standard for us, but it’s something that needs to be done right.

Drainage and Stormwater

Older properties across Toongabbie can have stormwater systems that need attention during renovations or extensions. We check drainage early and factor in any upgrade work that’s needed.

Renovation Approvals in Toongabbie

Because Toongabbie spans three council areas, the approval pathway for your renovation will depend on which part of the suburb your property sits in. Some projects can go through a Complying Development Certificate, while others require a Development Application through the relevant council.

Factors that affect what approval you need include:

Which council area your property falls under
Property zoning
Heritage overlays
Building size and footprint
Setbacks and site coverage
Structural changes involved

Projects that commonly need approvals include extensions, second storey additions, structural renovations, granny flats, and significant changes to the exterior of the home.

We help homeowners work out what’s required and manage the approval process as part of the overall project.

Kitchen Renovations Toongabbie

Kitchen renovations are one of the most popular projects we take on in Toongabbie. Older kitchens across the suburb tend to be compact, cut off from the living areas, and short on bench space and storage.

Common kitchen renovation work includes new cabinetry, stone benchtops, island benches, appliance upgrades, better lighting, and flooring replacement. A lot of homeowners also choose to remove the wall between the kitchen and living areas to get a more open feel and better natural light through the home.

Bathroom Renovations Toongabbie

Bathrooms in older Toongabbie homes often have ageing waterproofing, dated fittings, and very limited storage. A bathroom renovation done properly makes a real difference to how the home functions and what it’s worth.

We cater to Toongabbie bathroom renovations from start to finish, including demolition, waterproofing, tiling, plumbing, custom vanities, fixtures, and ventilation. Everything is done to a standard that’s built to last.

Home Extensions Toongabbie

For homeowners who need more space, a home extension is often a better option than moving. A rear ground floor extension can add a larger kitchen, open living areas, extra bedrooms, a home office, or a covered alfresco area. Second storey additions are also a good option in Toongabbie, particularly for homeowners on smaller blocks who want more space without losing the backyard. We design and build extensions that sit well with the existing home rather than looking like an obvious add-on.

How We Renovate

We keep the process straightforward so you know what to expect at every stage.

Consultation. We start by talking through what you want to achieve, your budget, and what the property needs.
Site inspection. We come out to look at the property in detail, including any structural or site-specific considerations.
Planning and design. We develop layouts, inclusions, and construction plans based on the scope of the project.
Approvals. Where needed, we submit plans for CDC or DA approval through the relevant council.
Construction. Our team manages the build from start to finish, including all trades.
Final handover. We do a full walkthrough with you before calling the job done.

You’ll deal directly with our team throughout the whole process. No going through a middleman, no chasing people down for updates.

Why Clients Choose Us

Homeowners across Sydney choose us because we’re straightforward to deal with and we do quality work.

Here’s what we bring to every project:

Founded in 2012 by brothers Marin and Goran Mitrovic
Over 20 years of combined building experience
Focused on residential renovations across Sydney
Fully licensed and insured builders
Direct communication throughout every project
Experience with extensions, second storey additions, and full home renovations

Suburbs We Also Work In Near Toongabbie

We’re based in Western Sydney and regularly take on projects in suburbs close to Toongabbie, including Pendle Hill, Girraween, Seven Hills, Wentworthville, and Old Toongabbie.

Talk to Us and Let’s Plan Your Renovation

If you’re planning a renovation, extension, kitchen upgrade, bathroom renovation, or second storey addition in Toongabbie, we’d love to hear from you. We can arrange a time to come out, take a look at your property, and talk through what’s possible.

Schedule A Consultation