Brighton East is family territory: interwar and post-war homes on generous blocks, many extended over the years as households have grown. The most common conversations we have here are about capacity, whether that means finally renovating a hard-working main bathroom or adding the ensuite the house has always lacked.

Renovating and adding bathrooms in Brighton East

For main bathrooms, a full renovation replaces worn services and dated finishes with a room built to current standards, from waterproofing to ventilation, with layout changes where the original arrangement no longer suits the household.

For ensuites and second bathrooms, the questions are about space and services: where the new room can go, how drainage and water get to it, and what approvals the work needs. As a licensed builder and licensed plumber, Peter can assess feasibility honestly at the quote stage and then deliver the whole job, structural work, plumbing and finishes included.

Why Peter Conlan Bathrooms

Peter Conlan is a true bathroom expert: a licensed plumber (No. 36230) and licensed builder (VBA DB-L 69674) with more than 30 years in the trade and a portfolio of over 650 bespoke bathrooms across Melbourne’s Bayside.

The service is personal from start to finish. When you call, you speak to Peter, not a salesperson. Peter comes to your door to measure and quote, and during the build he is on site himself, working alongside and overseeing his small team of skilled Bayside tradespeople. Custom vanities are crafted by our own master cabinet maker, so storage is built for your bathroom rather than bought off the shelf.

Quotes are free and without obligation, and can be arranged on weekends to suit your household.

Frequently asked questions

Can we add an ensuite to our Brighton East home?

Often, yes. The usual candidates are a corner of a large main bedroom, a walk-in robe, or space borrowed from an adjacent room or hallway. Feasibility comes down to floor area and drainage runs, and Peter will give you a clear answer when he sees the house.

Does moving plumbing cost a lot?

Moving fixtures costs more than keeping them where they are, but it is often what makes a renovation worthwhile. The quote itemises the difference, so you can weigh a better layout against the cost of achieving it.

Do we need permits for this work?

Some bathroom work requires permits and some does not, depending on whether structural changes are involved. Because Peter is a licensed builder, compliance is handled as part of the project rather than left to you.

How long does an ensuite addition take?

Longer than a like-for-like renovation because of the structural and services work, but the schedule is set out in your quote so you know the sequence and the finish date before work begins.