Old Home Restoration Services in Hamilton, Waikato

Retrofitting old homes for modern living requires time, patience, skills, and expertise. Fortunately, that’s exactly what you’ll get from Refresh Renovations® Waikato, specialising in home restoration and renovation ideas for old homes. Whether you’re wanting to undertake a bungalow renovation or make your old villa renovation ideas reality, when it comes to creating a contemporary vibe in your old home, your local Waikato Renovation Consultant can help.

Get in touch today to arrange a free, no-obligation consultation, and discuss the goals you have for adding a modern touch to your old villa building.

What old home renovation services does Refresh Renovations® provide?

At Refresh®, our Renovation Consultants have a trusted network of historic home restoration contractors, restoration builders and other trades professionals they call upon to undertake heritage home renovations. 

Our old home renovation and restoration services include:

• Old home renovation builders
• Villa renovations
• Historic home restoration contractors
• Heritage home renovation specialists
• Vintage home remodelling services
• Old house renovation experts
• Renovating old home kitchens and bathrooms
• Repairing and replacing historic building materials
• Retrofitting old homes for modern living
• Interior renovations for old houses
• Renovations for old character homes 
• Old home restoration

...and anything else you can think of!

Are you planning to restore your old home in Waikato? Check out our guide on the 5 things to consider when restoring an old home or villa.

Adding value to your old home renovation

The first step to any successful renovation is to first assess what is needed and where the most value could be added to your home. With older houses and villas, a little TLC can go a long way in areas like the kitchen, bathrooms, and outdoor spaces. 

The effort that you put towards these renovations is rewarded with not only a better quality of life for you, but also a higher return on investment when it comes to selling your home down the line. Read on to get inspired by ideas and recent renovation projects brought to you by the team at Refresh Waikato.

Old home renovation ideas

These ideas for a villa renovation will breathe new life into your older home:

Redo your kitchen

It’s true that a kitchen is the heart of a home. Replace appliances, change up the colour palette, freshen up the cabinetry, or add new sources of lighting to elevate the look and feel of your kitchen. 

Renovate the bathrooms

Bathrooms see plenty of wear and tear over the years, so focusing on bathroom renovations is a great way to add years to your older home.

Spruce up the exterior

A fresh coat of paint or some new timber cladding can go a long way! A new, water-tight roof can also add another lifetime to your home.

Lead with lighting

One of the smaller and less invasive ways to add value is by simply replacing the lighting elements in your home. Picking new, modern or sculptural pendant lights is a quick and relatively easy way to change the entire ambience of your home.

Why choose Refresh Renovations®?

There’s many reasons why you should choose Refresh to manage your villa renovation or old home transformation. It’s because Refresh Renovations in Hamilton, and the rest of Waikato, is committed to ensuring you have a stress-free, enjoyable, renovation experience that ends with a successful outcome.

Do you have an old home or villa and are looking to give it a modern makeover? Check out our completed old home villa restorations in the Hamilton and Waikato areas!

Our 5 easy steps approach

This experience is underpinned by our 5 step process. It all starts with a free, no-obligation consultation, during which you can discuss your renovation ideas for your old home with your local Waikato Renovation Consultant. 

If you want to proceed and embark on a historic home renovation, your local Renovation Consultant will prepare plans for your old home’s transformation, determine a timeline for the project, and of course, confirm a budget too! If you’re happy to proceed with the discussed home remodelling ideas, work can begin.

For any heritage home renovations or character home renovations, consent may be required. Your Renovation Consultant will sort this for you. They’ll also oversee and manage your renovation project, calling upon their network of trusted trades professionals to get your job done to the highest of quality.

Along the way, they’ll remain your single point of contact so any questions you have about your old home renovation, they’ll know the answer. Book your free consultation with your local Waikato Renovation Consultant to find out how our 5-step process could help you achieve a great renovation result.

What renovation ideas for old homes are currently popular in Waikato?

Preserving the character and heritage of an old home is currently one of the most popular renovation ideas in Waikato. Many homeowners are recognising the value and beauty of a historic home and embarking on renovation projects that bring new life into an old home.

Projects for restoring period homes in Waikato have seen wooden floors polished, retro-inspired tiles fitted, vintage-look wallpaper hung, and heritage-esque fixtures and fittings added, which give a nod to an old home’s era while providing modern convenience. 

Old home transformations in Hamilton

The Refresh team in Waikato have had the chance to work on a number of old home renovations in the area:

This rejuvenated 1930s property in Maeroa, Hamilton features a mixture of playful, vintage-inspired and modern wallpapers throughout the home. The old villa now breathes contemporary design while keeping its historic spirit. 

A fresh take on this 1970’s home in Riverlea, Hamilton left the home with a brand new modern kitchen and flooring. This budget-driven renovation kept costs low while exuding the high-end look and feel that the owners wanted.

This Hamilton East villa was treated to a new laundry, bathroom, and exterior to reinvigorate the charm of this older home. The homeowner was pleased with the end result being a perfect blend of modern elements in a traditional villa. 

Blending the old with the new is a popular renovation idea for old homes in the Waikato. If you’d like to discuss old house design and your ideas for your character home renovation, book your free consultation with your local Waikato Renovation Consultant today.

How much does an old home renovation cost in Waikato?

When it comes to renovating an old home in Waikato, the extent of the renovation you wish to embark on will determine the cost*. That’s why it’s important to work with a Renovation Consultant who has an understanding of the renovation process and where any hidden costs may lie. At Refresh®, our Consultants prepare a quote for your old villa house project to avoid unforeseen surprises appearing at any stage of your renovation.

Depending on the spaces you renovate, consent needed, and materials used, you’re looking at it costing $20,000 - $200,000+* for an old home renovation. 

See how we renovated this 1920’s villa’s bathroom in Waikato for $21,792.

This 1950’s home was renovated for $145,000 including a bathroom, laundry and functional upgrades.

When renovating an old home, you should also be aware that there may be additional costs that appear once you start renovating. Sometimes an old home turns up surprises, such as rotten floor boards, which could impact on the next stage of your renovation. It’s all part and parcel of owning a beautiful old home.

Working with your local Renovation Consultant in Waikato will help to reduce these costs and ensure your project progresses without too many hiccups along the way.

*For a fixed-quote accurate to your specific project, please consult your local Refresh® Renovation Consultant. 

How to make an old home more energy efficient 

New home vs old home? Why not make an old home like a new! From double glazing to underfloor heating, an upgraded HVAC system to added insulation, there are many ways you can make an old home more energy efficient without losing its heritage appeal.

This is where the expertise of a Renovation Consultant can be of great value. They will be able to advise you on smart ways to retrofit your old home for modern living, making it a comfortable, cosy, and efficient home without losing any of its heritage, history, or vintage aesthetic. 

Do you need council consent to renovate or restore an old house? 

If you’re embarking on a villa renovation, bungalow renovation, or historic home restoration project, expect to need council consent. This is something your local Waikato Renovation Consultant can check for you and advise you on. 

If council consent is required to renovate or restore your old house, your Renovation Consultant will prepare all the necessary paperwork and information as well as oversee the application.

Hear from some satisfied Refresh customers across Waikato

Don’t just take our word for it, hear testimonials from our Waikato customers about our previous home renovations: 

“The advice I was given was helpful and I was not put under any pressure to make decisions. The timeline and costs for the project were 100% accurate. The work was completed to a high standard and with no time wasted. I am very happy with the result.” - Janet, Refresh Waikato client.

“Nothing was too much trouble and we were given everything we wanted. The different trades persons employed did a very good job and were pleasant to have in our home.” - Bill and Heather, Refresh Waikato clients.

Want to know why customers are happy to build new, old-style homes in Waikato with Refresh Renovations? Check out our satisfied customers!

Give your old home some TLC

Are there any old home renovation contractors near me? The answer is yes. If the time has come to give your old home some love, our Waikato Renovation Consultants operate all over the region, from Bombay Hills in the north, to Mt Ruapehu in the south, to Mokau in the west, and Coromandel in the east - simply book your free consultation with your local Waikato Renovation Consultant. By starting with a free consultation, you’ll have the opportunity to discuss your old villa renovation ideas, plans and get expert advice on how best to proceed with bringing your beautiful old home into the modern era.