Approval support
Scope descriptions, insurance details and methodology to support your body corporate application.
Approvals, access and quiet delivery
Apartment & Body Corporate Bathroom Renovations Brisbane
Apartment and body corporate bathroom renovations in Brisbane. Approval documentation, quiet work practices and lift access planning. Call (07) 8590 6941.
- QBCC licensed builder
- Fixed written scope
- Waterproofing certificate
- One accountable team
Apartment & Body Corporate Renovation across Brisbane. Call (07) 8590 6941 or request an on-site measure and written quote.
QBCC licensedBuilder restricted to kitchen, bathroom and laundry
AS 3740 waterproofingCertified membrane and compliance documentation
One accountable teamEvery trade coordinated from strip-out to handover
Fixed written scopeClear inclusions, allowances and variations
Approvals, access and quiet delivery
Apartment & Body Corporate Renovation in Brisbane, scoped properly
Typical room size3–6 sqm
On-site time10–15 working days
Planning range$17,000 – $40,000
Best forStrata apartments and townhouses
Apartment bathrooms come with constraints that houses do not: a fixed slab, shared walls, a lift or stair access, limited parking, body corporate rules and neighbours on every side. The construction itself is similar, but the planning is not. We assess access, noise, waterproofing responsibility and approval requirements before quoting so the project does not stall at the building manager's door.
Many Brisbane apartment bathrooms are original to buildings from the 1970s to 2000s. They often have a shower over a bath, a small vanity, limited storage and an exhaust fan that vents into the ceiling cavity. Upgrading them usually means replacing the waterproofing, improving ventilation and reworking the layout within the existing slab and service shaft.
We work with owners, tenants (with owner approval), body corporate managers and building managers. Our documentation can support a renovation application, and our site practices are set up for occupied buildings: protected common areas, agreed work hours, dust control and daily clean-up.
What is included in our apartment & body corporate renovation scope
Every project is different, but the following scope is the foundation we price and manage. Your written quote confirms exactly what applies to your room, including any exclusions and provisional allowances.
Access protection
Common-area protection, lift booking coordination and agreed delivery routes.
Noise and hours management
Work scheduled within building hours, with noisy tasks grouped and communicated in advance.
Compact layout design
Vanity, shower, toilet and storage planned around the service shaft and slab penetrations.
Waterproofing and membrane
AS 3740 system with certificate and records suitable for the body corporate file.
Ventilation upgrades
Exhaust fans ducted to an approved discharge point rather than the ceiling cavity.
Tiling and fit-off
Large-format tiles, frameless screens, wall-hung vanities and space-efficient fixtures.
Reinstatement
Common areas cleaned and reinstated, with waste removed through the approved route.
How we approach apartment & body corporate renovation
Read the by-laws before you design
Approval requirements differ between buildings. Some require only a renovation application; others need plumbing, waterproofing and acoustic details. We help you assemble the information the committee will ask for, which reduces the chance of a deferred decision.
Protect what is shared
Lifts, lobbies, corridors and fire stairs are common property. We protect floor coverings, control dust at the door, avoid blocking egress and clean the route daily. Neighbours notice the difference.
Work within the slab
Moving a toilet or shower in an apartment often means core-drilling or working around existing penetrations. We confirm what is feasible and obtain the necessary approvals before cutting. Structural alteration is never assumed.
Ventilate properly
Recirculating fans and ceiling-cavity discharge are common in older apartments and contribute to mould. We duct to an approved external or shaft connection, subject to building rules, and specify a fan sized for the room.
Apartment & Body Corporate Renovation cost guide
Apartment costs include access, protection and approval coordination that houses often do not. These bands assume a standard 3–6 sqm room with reasonable lift access.
| Scope | Indicative range |
|---|---|
| Compact apartment refresh | $17,000 – $23,000 |
| Full rebuild with new layout | $23,000 – $31,000 |
| Premium finishes and custom joinery | $31,000 – $40,000 |
| High-rise access or complex approvals | Quoted after inspection |
Indicative only. Body corporate fees, lift bookings, after-hours access and structural approvals are excluded unless stated. For a fuller breakdown, read our Brisbane bathroom renovation cost guide or use the cost calculator.
Our apartment & body corporate renovation process
One project lead manages the sequence, checks each trade's work and keeps you informed. The programme is agreed before demolition so you know when to expect each stage.
Call and brief
Discuss the building, access, approval status and timing.
Inspect and document
We inspect the room, services and access route, and prepare scope information for approval.
Approval and quote
A fixed written quote is issued once the scope and building requirements are clear.
Protect and prepare
Common areas are protected, deliveries booked and neighbours notified where required.
Build
Strip-out, plumbing, waterproofing, tiling and fit-off within agreed hours.
Handover
Testing, clean, reinstatement and certificate for the body corporate file.
Why homeowners choose our team
We are the builder. The team who quotes your project is accountable for the waterproofing, tiling, trade coordination and handover. That direct responsibility is why our scope can be specific and our programme realistic.
- QBCC licensed for kitchen, bathroom and laundry work, with Certificate III qualifications in tiling and waterproofing.
- AS 3740 waterproofing with flood testing and a compliance certificate.
- Externally ducted ventilation and moisture-aware detailing for Brisbane's climate.
- Written variations, agreed before the work proceeds.
- A formal handover with testing, care instructions and documentation.
If you are comparing quotes, read our guide to choosing a bathroom contractor and our contractor standards so you know what to ask.
Apartment & Body Corporate Renovation across Brisbane
We work across Greater Brisbane, including the northside, southside, eastside, westside and inner city. Local housing conditions affect the scope: older Queenslanders may need floor levelling and substrate repair, while apartments need body corporate approval and careful access planning.
ChermsideAspleyGeebungCoorparooCarindaleMorningsideYerongaSunnybank HillsForest LakeIndooroopillyToowongThe GapSpring Hill
Not sure which page applies to you? Call us with your suburb and we will point you to the right local information and confirm service availability.
Practical answers
Apartment & Body Corporate Renovation questions
The questions Brisbane homeowners ask most often about apartment & body corporate renovation, costs and timing.
Do I need body corporate approval for a bathroom renovation?
Usually yes, even when the work is inside your lot, because waterproofing, plumbing and noise can affect common property. The approval process varies by building. We provide a scope and methodology to support your application.
Can you work in an occupied apartment building?
Yes. We protect common areas, work within approved hours, control dust and noise, and remove waste through the agreed route. We can also provide certificates of currency for the building manager.
How do you get materials into a high-rise apartment?
We plan deliveries around lift availability and corridor dimensions, protect the lift and use appropriate trolleys. For large items, we confirm whether they fit the lift or need to be carried by stair.
Can I move the toilet in an apartment bathroom?
It depends on the slab, existing penetrations and building approval. Core-drilling and new waste connections may be possible but require engineering and body corporate consent. We assess feasibility before quoting.
Who is responsible for waterproofing in an apartment?
Responsibility depends on the building's by-laws and whether the wet area affects common property. We provide waterproofing documentation and can work with the body corporate to ensure the correct scope is covered.
How long does an apartment bathroom take?
Most take 10–15 working days on site, subject to lift access and building hours. Approval time before construction can add several weeks, so it is worth starting that process early.
Get started
Ready to price your apartment & body corporate renovation?
Call (07) 8590 6941 for a straightforward conversation, or send your details and we will arrange an on-site measure and written quote.