Looking for a trusted renovation company in Lara? Ultimate Renovations provides bathroom renovations, kitchen renovations, laundry renovations, tiling, waterproofing and flooring as part of complete home and commercial renovations throughout Lara and the surrounding 3212 area — with one local Geelong team managing every trade.
A quick look at the suburb we renovate in every week.
Lara is an established township between Geelong and Melbourne — home to older township homes and newer family estates. From the Lara township to the You Yangs, it's an area worth investing in. As a Geelong-based renovation company servicing Lara, we've renovated homes right across the suburb.
Lara's older township homes and newer family estates ask for a considered approach. Many have solid bones but dated, closed-off layouts and ageing wet areas. Our home and commercial renovations in Lara match the work to the home — bathroom renovations, kitchen renovations, laundry renovations, tiling, waterproofing and flooring — while respecting the original structure. Whether it's a single room or a whole-home renovation, we're licensed and fully insured, complete all wet-area work to Australian Standards, and run every job with one team, a written scope and clear timelines, so the result lifts comfort, function and long-term property value.
Seven renovation trades built for Lara's older township homes and newer family estates — all managed in-house by one local Geelong team.
Bathroom remodelling in Lara is our most-requested job — and for good reason. Many homes still have original wet areas that are cramped, dated and built to waterproofing standards that no longer apply. We handle the full bathroom renovation from demolition through to the final finish, sizing the work to the home. It's the same complete service whether you call it a bathroom renovation or bathroom remodeling in Lara. See our full bathroom renovations service →
Specialised work
Complete strip-out and reconfigure — new layout, plumbing, waterproofing, tiling and fixtures.
Compact, efficient ensuite updates that make the most of tight floor space.
Modern walk-in showers with frameless glass, recessed niches and large-format tiling.
Floating vanities, mirror cabinets and smart storage that lift function and feel.
Step-free, easy-access designs for families planning to stay long term.
Improved extraction and lighting to keep wet areas dry, bright and mould-free.
Kitchen remodelling in Lara usually starts with one goal: opening up closed-off kitchens to connect cooking, dining and living into a single light-filled zone — finished with custom cabinetry and quality benchtops. A kitchen renovation is one of the highest-return projects in any Lara home. Call it a kitchen renovation or kitchen remodeling in Lara; either way, every trade is handled in-house. See our full kitchen renovations service →
Specialised work
Removing walls to connect dated, separate kitchens with living and dining.
Made-to-measure cabinetry that maximises storage and suits each home.
Engineered and natural stone benchtops, islands and breakfast bars.
Tiled, glass or stone splashbacks coordinated with the wider kitchen.
Relocating plumbing, gas and power to suit modern appliances.
Task, pendant and under-cabinet lighting plus added power points.
Laundry remodelling in Lara turns cramped, dated laundries into hard-working, well-organised spaces — often completed alongside a bathroom or kitchen renovation. A laundry renovation in Lara is a small project that makes a big difference to everyday function. A laundry makeover in Lara is a small project with a big payoff. See our full laundry renovations service →
Specialised work
Reconfigured layouts that fit more storage, bench space and appliances.
Custom cabinetry, overhead storage and durable benchtops.
Space-saving concealed laundry solutions for smaller homes.
Relocating taps, drainage and power to suit washers and dryers.
Built-in hampers, drying rails and broom storage.
Hard-wearing tiling with proper waterproofing where required.
Tiling in Lara is at the heart of nearly every renovation we complete. Our tilers handle bathroom and laundry wet areas, large-format feature walls and durable living-area floors, with precise setting-out and clean finishes — a key part of any bathroom or kitchen renovation in Lara. Our tiling services in Lara suit wet areas, floors and feature walls alike. See our full tiling service →
Specialised work
Wall and floor tiling over compliant waterproofing.
Big-format tiles and statement walls with crisp alignment.
Durable, easy-care floor tiling for kitchens and living areas.
Mosaic insets, niches and decorative detailing.
Tiled kitchen and laundry splashbacks.
Replacing cracked, dated or failed tiling.
Waterproofing in Lara is the step that protects everything else. In older homes, original waterproofing has often failed or no longer meets current standards. We complete all wet-area waterproofing to Australian Standards, with certification, before any tiling begins — an essential stage of every bathroom renovation in Lara. Our waterproofing services in Lara are certified to current standards. See our full waterproofing service →
Specialised work
Full wet-area membranes to current standards.
Compliant waterproofing for laundry floors and wet zones.
Waterproofing for balconies and external wet areas.
Replacing failed or non-compliant waterproofing.
Identifying the source of damp before rebuilding.
Documented, compliant waterproofing for the long term.
Flooring in Lara ties a renovation together. We lay hybrid, laminate, timber-look and tile flooring seamlessly through open-plan living areas, matching the finish to how each room is used — and it's often the finishing touch on a whole-home renovation in Lara. Our flooring services in Lara tie the whole renovation together. See our full flooring service →
Specialised work
Hard-wearing, water-resistant floors for busy homes.
Warm timber-look finishes for established and modern interiors.
Durable tiled floors for wet areas and high-traffic zones.
Careful setting-out and trims to handle level changes.
Levelling and preparing subfloors so the finish lasts.
One consistent floor carried through living areas.
Caulking is the detail that finishes a renovation properly. Clean, watertight silicone sealing protects the joints and edges of every wet area and stops moisture finding its way into a freshly renovated Lara home. Our caulking services in Lara are the finishing touch on every project. See our full caulking service →
Specialised work
Watertight silicone sealing around showers, baths and sinks.
Quality sealants that stay clean and intact in wet areas.
Neat sealing along benchtops, splashbacks and cabinetry.
Removing old, discoloured caulking and replacing it cleanly.
Sealing gaps and joints to keep moisture out.
The final detailing pass that completes every renovation.
It's not just homes. We also complete commercial renovations and remodeling in Lara — bringing the same licensed, in-house team and Australian-Standards wet-area work to local businesses and shared spaces. From a single shopfront to a full fit-out or remodel, we manage the trades and keep disruption to a minimum.
Retail spaces and shopfront fit-outs — refreshed interiors, flooring, joinery and wet areas built for daily customer traffic.
Hospitality fit-outs and refurbishments, including commercial wet areas, durable tiling and waterproofing built to handle a busy venue.
Office and professional-suite renovations — practical, modern interiors with quality finishes, flooring and amenities.
Clinical and care-facility renovations with hygienic, compliant finishes and accessible, easy-clean wet areas.
Common-area and strata renovations — shared bathrooms, laundries, lobbies and hallways refreshed to a consistent standard.
Lara's older township homes and newer family estates have solid bones but show their age in the wet areas, kitchens and services that were built for a different era. Knowing what to expect — and pricing for it honestly up front — is what keeps a renovation on track.
Original wet areas often have failed or non-compliant waterproofing that must be stripped back and re-done to current standards before tiling.
Compartmentalised 70s–80s kitchens need rethinking — and often a wall removed — to open them to living and dining.
Older pipework and drainage frequently needs upgrading when a bathroom, kitchen or laundry is reconfigured.
Wiring and switchboards in established homes may need bringing up to code as part of a renovation.
Stepped and split-level homes affect flooring, drainage and access, and need careful planning to get level changes right.
Opening up a floor plan means identifying load-bearing walls and engineering proper beams and supports.
Yes. We complete bathroom renovations in Lara, including waterproofing, plumbing, tiling, shower installations, vanities and modern bathroom upgrades. Our team manages the entire renovation process from demolition through to final completion.
Yes. We renovate kitchens throughout Lara, including custom cabinetry, stone benchtops, splashbacks, flooring and lighting upgrades. Many projects focus on improving storage, functionality and open-plan living.
Yes. We regularly renovate established homes in Lara, updating bathrooms, kitchens, flooring and layouts while preserving the character of the property. Our goal is to improve comfort, functionality and long-term value.
Renovation costs vary depending on project size, materials, layout changes and finishes selected. We provide free on-site consultations and detailed quotes outlining the scope of work, timeline and estimated investment.
In many cases, yes. Whether you can remain in your home depends on the renovation scope and affected areas. We carefully plan projects to minimise disruption and keep essential spaces usable whenever possible.
Yes. We coordinate all renovation trades, including demolition, plumbing, waterproofing, tiling, flooring and finishing work. This creates a smoother process, clearer communication and better quality control throughout the project.
Most internal renovations such as bathrooms, kitchens and laundries do not require planning approval. Structural alterations, extensions and major building works may require permits depending on the project.
Renovation timelines depend on the size and complexity of the project. Bathrooms are generally completed faster than kitchens or whole-home renovations. We provide a realistic timeline before work begins.
Yes. We provide waterproofing, tiling and flooring services as part of complete renovation projects. This helps ensure consistent workmanship and quality across all stages of the renovation.
Yes. We complete commercial renovations for offices, retail stores, hospitality venues, medical facilities and strata properties. Services include fit-outs, flooring, tiling, refurbishments and wet-area upgrades.
Yes. Home remodeling and home renovation are often used interchangeably. We undertake everything from room upgrades to complete home transformations that improve layout, functionality and everyday living.
Yes. We offer free on-site renovation quotes in Lara. After assessing the property and discussing your goals, we provide a detailed written quote outlining the recommended work and project timeline.
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