OTB_Building_Services_Sydney_Renovation
                     OTB BUILDING SERVICES SYDNEY, NSW
THE PRACTICAL SYDNEY RENOVATION GUIDE
Thoughtful spaces.
Made for real life.
A straightforward guide to planning bathroom and kitchen upgrades, managing the details
that matter, and making confident decisions before work begins.
Bathrooms Kitchens Property care
Comfort + durability Function + flow Strata + maintenance
OUTSIDE THE BOX
Founded in 2010 by Anthony Kairouz and Paul Kayrouz. Residential, commercial and strata building services,
with more than 30 years of combined experience.
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01  /  THE PEOPLE AND THE PROCESS
A renovation is more than
a change of finishes.
It is a chance to make a room feel more comfortable, work harder and suit the way people actually
live. OTB Building Services helps homeowners and property managers bring together the design
decisions, trades and practical details behind that result.
ESTABLISHED FOUNDERS
2010 Anthony Kairouz
& Paul Kayrouz
Services connected by one common goal
01 02 03
RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL STRATA + CARE
Bathrooms, kitchens, laundries, Building work and fit-outs that Maintenance, repairs and
storage, repairs and outdoor respond to practical business renovation work for strata and
areas. needs. property partners.
How to make the project easier from day one
Listen first Set priorities
1 Identify what is not working in the room, who 2 Separate essentials from wish-list upgrades
uses it and what needs to improve. before selecting materials and fixtures.
Coordinate early Check the details
3 Confirm trades, lead times, access, waste 4 Discuss warranties, variations and handover
removal and decisions requiring approval. documents before works are signed off.
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02  /  BETTER BATHROOMS
Design for the day-to-day.
The best bathroom is the one that still works on a busy Monday morning. Comfort comes from good
circulation, sensible storage, lighting that serves different tasks, and careful attention to moisture.
THINK BEYOND THE TILES
The quality you cannot see matters just as much.
01 Make space feel generous
Look at door clearances, shower access and where the vanity sits before enlarging a fixture.
02 Choose durable finishes
Ask about slip resistance, surface care, grout maintenance and ventilation.
03 Plan the waterproofing
Discuss appropriate trades, substrate preparation, drainage and required documentation.
04 Prepare for disruption
Know when the bathroom will be out of use and whether there is an alternative facility.
EXPLORE BATHROOM SERVICES BY AREA
Bathroom renovations in Earlwood
Bathroom renovations in Dulwich Hill
Bathroom renovations in Revesby
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03  /  BETTER KITCHENS
A kitchen that earns
its place every day.
A practical kitchen is not defined by its size or price tag. It works because storage, movement,
preparation space and materials were considered together - long before the first cabinet was ordered.
01 Start with the routine
Notice where food is prepared, where people gather and which paths feel cramped. A layout should
respond to real habits, not just a showroom photograph.
02 Invest in what is touched most
Cabinet hinges, drawers, benchtops and frequently used fittings take daily wear. Maintenance
requirements are just as important as appearance.
03 Coordinate the hidden work
Appliance clearances, electrical outlets, plumbing positions and ventilation should be resolved before
joinery dimensions are finalised.
Four decisions worth settling early
Layout + work zones Cabinetry + storage
Appliance specifications Lighting + ventilation
KITCHEN RENOVATIONS IN SYDNEY
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Kitchen renovations in Marrickville
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04  /  SAVE THIS CHECKLIST
Before the first day
on site.
Better questions often lead to better renovation decisions. Keep this checklist nearby when
comparing proposals and preparing for construction.
What problem must the renovated room solve? Will the project need strata or other approvals?
What is included - and excluded - from the quote? How will unexpected work and variations be
agreed?
Who is the primary contact throughout the project? What are the access, noise and waste
arrangements?
Are fixtures and finishes chosen before ordering? What is the proposed payment and work schedule?
Are the relevant trades and licences confirmed? What documentation is supplied at handover?
A QUICK NOTE ON NSW REQUIREMENTS
NSW generally requires a written contract for residential building work over $5,000 (including GST). Strata
kitchen and bathroom works may require approval, depending on their scope; work involving waterproofing
is generally treated as a major renovation.
NSW home building contracts NSW strata renovation rules
READY TO START A CONVERSATION?
Let us talk about your space.
OTB Building Services  |  Outside the Box
48-50 Canterbury Road, Bankstown NSW 2200
Phone  0404 869 655
Email  [email protected]
Visit otbbuildingservices.com.au
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