
Bathroom Waterproofing in Brunswick
Certified bathroom waterproofing across Brunswick. Older victorian workers' cottages in the area often have failed or non-compliant membranes hidden under tiles from the 90s. We strip back, reprime, and lay a certified two-coat system that sits behind every renovation we build.
- 1 – 2 daysTypical duration
- From $2,520Price guide
- 6-yearWarranty
- FixedWritten price
What's included in your Brunswick bathroom waterproofing.
Every line below is written into the fixed-price contract before demolition begins. There are no allowances, no "PC sums" and no vague inclusions.
- Substrate inspection and moisture check
- Primer coat on all wet-area surfaces
- Bond-breaker on internal corners
- Two-coat liquid membrane system
- Falls verified to floor waste
- 72-hour cure before tiling
- Photographic record of every coat
- Signed AS3740-2021 certificate
Certified, insured, warranted.
- AS3740-2021 compliant
- In-house licensed waterproofers (not subcontracted)
- $20M public liability insurance
- Six-year warranty on membrane workmanship
Bathroom Waterproofings we've completed nearby.
Six stages. Three inspections. One accountable team.
Every Vision Line renovation runs the same documented sequence. Nothing is signed off verbally — every stage is photographed, and every certificate is issued to you in writing.
1. Consult & measure
Free on-site inspection. We measure, photograph and diagnose the substrate, plumbing routes and fall issues before quoting.
2. Design & fixed quote
Every tile, tap, vanity and screen specified by product code in a written scope with locked-in start and finish dates.
3. Rough-in & waterproofing
Demolition, plumbing and electrical rough-in with certificates. Substrate correction, screed to 1:80 fall, two-coat AS3740-2021 membrane.
4. Tiling & joinery
Wall and floor tiling, custom joinery, tapware, screen and mirror installation. One project manager on-site daily.
5. Final inspection
Silicone at internal corners, detailed clean, snag list, tap flow tests and final photos.
6. Handover & warranty
Formal handover with warranty pack, care guide, waterproofing certificate and plumbing/electrical Certificates of Compliance.
Three mandatory inspections before you accept the job.
Pre-waterproofing inspection
- Substrate flatness (±3mm over 2m)
- Fall to waste (min 1:80)
- Hob and step-down heights
- Tap and mixer set-out verified
Pre-tiling inspection
- Membrane cured minimum 72 hours
- Adhesion pull test on membrane
- Puddle-flange bond verified
- Set-out lines chalked and photographed
Pre-handover inspection
- Silicone at every internal corner
- Screen alignment within 1mm plumb
- Tap flow rates & mixer temperatures logged
- Snag list closed with client signature
Certified, insured, warranted.
- Registered Domestic Builder (VBA)
- Licensed Victorian plumber & A-Grade electrician on staff
- AS3740-2021 waterproofing certificate on every job
- AS3958.1 tiling installation standard
- $20M public liability insurance
- Six-year workmanship warranty on labour
- Full manufacturer warranty pass-through on all fixtures
Registration numbers, insurance certificates and waterproofing certificates are available on request before you sign a contract.
How your Brunswick bathroom waterproofing runs.
- Day 1–2 · Site protection, demolition and rubbish removal.
- Day 3–5 · Plumbing and electrical rough-in with certificates issued.
- Day 6–8 · Substrate prep, screed to falls, AS3740 waterproofing.
- Day 9–15 · Tiling, joinery, tapware and shower screen fit-off.
- Final day · Silicone, detailed clean, snag list and handover.
Typical on-site duration for Brunswick: 1 – 2 days.
Local considerations we plan for.
- Home styles: victorian workers' cottages and edwardian terraces dominate the streetscape — informs substrate choice and layout options.
- Preferred finishes: local requests skew toward handmade moroccan zellige and terrazzo slabs.
- Site logistics: Access is the single hardest thing about Brunswick jobs — many terraces have no rear lane, no driveway, and street parking is metered. We plan material deliveries on off-peak days and use protective floor coverings from footpath to bathroom door.
Everything under one contract.
Frequently asked.
Do you cover our part of Brunswick?
Yes. We service all of Brunswick (3056) and the surrounding suburbs — Coburg, Pascoe Vale. Free on-site measure across the entire area.
Which bathroom waterproofing style suits Brunswick homes best?
Given the local mix of victorian workers' cottages and edwardian terraces, we most often recommend handmade moroccan zellige, paired with bath removed for architectural walk-in shower. Every recommendation is confirmed against your specific floor plan during the design session.
Do we need to remove tiles for you to waterproof?
Yes — proper waterproofing sits behind the tile bed. Any 'topical' membrane applied over existing tiles is a temporary bandaid, not a compliant fix.
Will insurance accept your certificate?
Yes. Every certificate is issued in the applicator's name with photographic evidence attached, which is what insurers require for future claims.
Ready to book your Brunswick bathroom waterproofing?
Free on-site inspection, fixed-price quote in writing within seven days, and a written start date.