Are you looking to how much a small bathroom renovation in Australia is going to cost you in 2025 and 2026 you have come to the right place. The average small bathroom renovation is going to cost you between $18,000 to $28,000 with the biggest variance cost of items and plumbing.

In 2025, the Housing Industry Association (HIA) released the bathroom renovation report. Their survey found that the average cost of a bathroom renovation in Australia was $25,000 in 2025.

Compared that to 2018 where the cost of a small bathroom renovation was around the $13,000 mark.

The average bathroom in Australia is hard to breakdown due to a number of reasons but CLICK HERE for a better breakdown you can renovate your bathroom for UNDER $5000

How much your bathroom renovation is going to cost you comes down to many factors and variables, and because of this, the true cost of a bathroom renovation will fluctuate depending on your style, needs and circumstances.

Let me break this down further below

Cost Of A Labour Only Small Bathroom Renovation

The cost of a labour-only small bathroom which is you supplying everything including drains in 2025 and 2026 will be $14k at the lowest levels.

This is mainly due to the high cost of plumbers and the influx of what would be builder trades moving into the domestic market causing high demand.

Labour-only small bathroom renovations will save you a fortune in the fact you can control that part.

When you leave it to a renovator to supply materials in this high market they have to charge more to cover the changes. I break that down HERE

Breaking down the cost of a 2025 bathroom renovation?

Some of the major reasons why one bathroom might cost $15,000 – $20,000 to renovate while another bathroom renovation might cost $20,000 – $50,000 include the biggest factors below

• Any wall removal
• Bathroom window work
• Ceiling removal and replacment
• Additions such as skylights
• The size of the bathroom 2.5m x 1.8m is considered a small to medium bathroom.
• Whether you’re moving plumbing and fixtures
• House is built before 1990 (Click HERE)
• Luxury elements like underfloor heating
• Revamping your bathroom lighting and how much electrical work you need

Below are the three types of tiers of bathroom renovation generally speaking:

• A budget renovation costs between $14k and $20,000
• A standard renovation costs between $20,000 and $32,000
• A premium or luxury renovation costs over $35,000

Australia Cities Breakdown On Average Bathroom Renovation Cost

Australia is a massive place and the rules/regulations are different each state changing what is charged per bathroom renovation.

Below are quick hits for the average cost of bathroom renovations in each state.

• Average cost of a bathroom renovation in Perth WA is $25k
• For Sydney and Melboure the average cost of bathroom renovation is $30k
• For Adelide and Brisbane the average cost of a bathroom renovation is $24k

Some areas in Australia like NSW and Queensland require you to be a builder for a bathroom renovation so that cost is always going to be higher.

What tradespeople will I need for a bathroom renovation?

For a typical small bathroom makeover you’ll need a tiler, plumber, electrician, carpenter and maybe a handyman to handle demolitions or other odd jobs. Tilers or Plumber can take on more than one of these roles though

• Plumbers will be needed for moving or adding plumbing and can also do bath, shower and toilet installations etc.
• An electrician may be needed if you are installing new lighting, underfloor heating, exhaust fans, heated towel rails and hot water heaters.
• A tiler will be needed for waterproofing and wall and floor tiling
• You may need a carpenter for bespoke bathroom cabinetry or shelving.
• Plumbers, Tilers, and Carpenters can install screens, cabinets, mirrors and fittings during a renovation.

How much do bathroom renovation trades cost?

Tradies will charge different rates for different services, but can also charge in different ways. For example, some tradies will charge an hourly rate, while others will charge per job, if they’re a tiler, they may charge per square metre.

To cut the confusion of all the trade costs below are an overall break down of what each trade will charge you for a bathroom in Australia in 2025 and 2026 :

This is an average 2.5m x 1.8m size bathroom

• Demo $1500 – $2500
• Electrical: $1000 – $3000
• Plumbing: $3000 – $7000
• Tiling: $6,000 – $11,000

How to find the best tradies for a bathroom renovation

Word of mouth is 80 percent of my business and it will be for most other bathroom renovators in Australia. Its important and creates a trust barrier.

Failing that social media, online presence and honestly vibes are super important.

This way you’re more likely to get a tradie who provides quality workmanship, is easy to work with and displays a sense of integrity. The last thing you’ll want to encounter is sloppy handiwork and bad work ethic. Try and get more than one recommendation from your network so you can find the right tradie for you.

Look online for social media presence, you want them to be at least tagged in other projects. Ideally you’re renovate is in a community of other trades and suppliers it shows they are involved and still doing projects

At the very least, you’ll want to get three quotes.

How can you renovate a small bathroom on a budget?

You can renovate a small bathroom on a budget. My advice and tips are all over the website but the biggest control you have is the items you install in the space.

Below I did a massive breakdown on how to renovate on the cheap or on a budget.

Read: Renovate Your Bathroom Under $5000

How much should you spend on a small bathroom renovation if you’re selling your home?

If you’re renovating to sell, your bathroom will be one of your important selling points. However, it is easy to spend more or less on your bathroom renovation than you need to.

My rule of thumb for doing a small bathroom renovation for resale is ask yourself what a potential buyer is going to say to themselves.

Are they looking at your bathroom and saying that it will cost $40k to do that when I buy the place so I should take that off.

Are “groutless bathroom” cheaper to create.

Often people will ask me if using microcement or no tiles will be cheaper in the bathroom renovation market.

The answer is yes and yes it can look cheaper.

Groutless bathroom I love them I have written a ton on them. They are perfect for someone willing to put in the work to create them. They should never be done on the cheap though and really should cost in the $30,000 range on the bespoke level

If done inconrecoltey especially using microcement or venetiain plastering it can be disaster so get quality tradesman for it please.

So How Much Does A Small Bathroom Renovation In Australia Cost?

Well after reading that long article I will tell you they are not cheap in 2025 and 2026. Small renovations are cheaper because they have less material but the labour part isn’t that far off in comparison to larger bathrooms.

You are looking at probably $5000 to $10k less in comparison to a larger bathroom with the average small bathroom renovation in Australia costing you $25k supply and install.

It’s important to note that all our advice is general in nature and all bathrooms are unique so always speak to your local qualified tradesman for the best advice. If you are looking for a bathroom renovation quote and live in Perth, Western Australia just email us at smallbathroomrenovations@gmail.com

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