★★★★★
Very good builder
Jason is Very nice and easy to communicate. Their job is perfect.
Celia J.15 Aug 2024 · Word of Mouth
About 5J Building Group
Home renovation in Hampton by a registered local builder
We've already renovated in Hampton, as well as in neighbouring Brighton and nearby Mentone, so we know the bayside well. 5J Building Group is a registered domestic builder with more than 20 years of experience, specialising in extensions, kitchens, bathrooms, whole-home renovations and knockdown rebuilds.
Hampton grew from 1840s market gardens into one of Melbourne's favourite bayside suburbs, with Hampton Street's cafés and boutiques, the Sandringham line and the foreshore at Picnic Point all close by. Its streets include homes built for returned First World War soldiers, and many of Hampton's established houses are now ready for more space and a better connection to the garden.
Whether you're extending a character home, updating a kitchen and bathrooms or planning a full bayside renovation, we check Bayside's heritage and vegetation controls early and manage every trade on site. It all begins with a free, detailed quote at your home.
20+ years renovating Melbourne
Registered builder CDB-U 73492
Word of Mouth 2025 Service Award
Why 5J
Why Hampton homeowners choose 5J Building Group
20+ years' experience
Two decades of renovating Melbourne homes means we know which materials suit which rooms, and where projects typically run into trouble.
Registered & licensed
Registered Domestic Builder (Unlimited), CDB-U 73492. You're dealing with an accountable, licensed builder, not a middleman.
Our own trades
We organise all the contractors and they work for us. They're vetted, professional and respectful of your home.
No hidden costs
Every job starts with a free, customised quote built around your budget. What we quote is what you pay for.
On time, on budget
Our project managers monitor every stage so your renovation is delivered on schedule and within the agreed budget.
Weekly updates
You'll hear from us every week on progress. Change your mind on a finish? Tell us and we'll work it in.
Our services
Renovation services in Hampton
Whether it's one room or the whole house, we handle design, approvals and construction under one contract.
Total home renovation
Full-house renovations that modernise layout, finishes and function, including landscaping, driveways and fencing.
Learn more →Home extensions
Ground-floor and second-storey extensions that add space for a growing family without the cost of moving.
Learn more →Kitchen renovations
Classic, modern and French provincial kitchens designed around how your family actually cooks and gathers.
Learn more →Bathroom renovations
Ensuites, family bathrooms and laundries, from waterproofing and tiling through to final fit-off.
Learn more →Knockdown & rebuild
Land selection, feasibility, planning, permits and construction for a brand-new home on your block.
Learn more →Granny flats
Self-contained small second dwellings, prefabricated or built on site, for family, guests or rental income.
Learn more →Recent work
Recent renovation projects
A selection of recent 5J renovations in Hampton and across Melbourne.
Reviews
What our customers say
Real 5-star reviews from 5J Building Group customers on Word of Mouth.
★★★★★
I had a wonderful experience here. The team was very professional, friendly, and attentive to details. Everything was handled smoothly and efficiently, which made the whole process stress-free. I really appreciate their excellent service and would definitely recommend them to others
Xiao D.20 Aug 2025 · Word of Mouth
★★★★★
Thank you for the renovation work Jason and his team have done. His craftsmanship is truly top-notch. We will definitely refer 5J building group to our family and friends.
Dylan S.20 Aug 2024 · Word of Mouth
★★★★★
Fantastic builder! Super reliable, great communication, and excellent quality work. Everything was finished on time and to a really high standard. Highly recommend!
Jessica X.26 Aug 2025 · Word of Mouth
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About the area
Renovating in Hampton
Hampton sits about 14 km south-east of the Melbourne CBD in Bayside, between Brighton and Sandringham. Hampton station on the Sandringham line and more than 50 cafés and restaurants along Hampton Street make it one of the most liveable parts of the bayside strip.
Established homes, heritage places and mature gardens are a big part of Hampton's character. For renovators, that means checking Bayside's Heritage Overlay and tree controls early and designing extensions that suit the streetscape.
| Postcode | VIC 3188 |
|---|---|
| Council | Bayside City Council |
| Distance to CBD | Approx. 14 km south-east |
| Area | 4.0 km² |
| Population | 13,518 (2021 Census) |
| State electorate | Brighton and Sandringham |
| Federal division | Goldstein |
| Neighbouring suburbs | Brighton, Brighton East, Hampton East, Highett, Sandringham |
We also renovate across nearby suburbs including Brighton, Sandringham, Moorabbin and Bentleigh. See all suburbs we service.
Local planning
Planning and permits in Hampton
Hampton is in the Bayside City Council, so renovations are assessed under the Bayside Planning Scheme and Victoria's building regulations. These are the controls we check most often before designing a Hampton renovation.
Check your zone and overlays
Your zone and any overlays decide which rules apply. Bayside Council points homeowners to its online planning maps, and to the Heritage Overlay schedule in the Bayside Planning Scheme for heritage places. We check this before design starts.
When an extension needs a permit
Under the standard residential zone rules, extending a single house often doesn't need a planning permit unless the lot is under 300 m² or an overlay applies, such as a Heritage Overlay or Vegetation Protection Overlay. Structural work also needs a building permit from a registered building surveyor, which we arrange.
Bayside's heritage controls
If your home is in a Heritage Overlay, Bayside requires a planning permit for demolition, and extensions, alterations and fences should be sympathetic to the valued heritage elements. External paint controls apply only to some properties, and internal changes usually don't need a permit unless the property has internal controls.
Bayside's tree rules
Bayside's local law protects trees with a single or combined trunk circumference over 155 cm measured 1 m above ground. In the Vegetation Protection Overlay (VPO3) area, a permit is also needed to remove native vegetation over 2 m high with a trunk circumference over 0.5 m at 1 m. Qualified arborists can prune protected trees to the Australian Standard without a permit.
Planning rules change and every property is different, so treat this as a general guide rather than planning advice. We confirm the controls for your address as part of your free quote.
FAQs
Hampton renovation FAQs
Do I need a permit to renovate my home in Hampton?
It depends on the work and your property. Extending a house usually only needs a planning permit if the lot is under 300 m² or an overlay applies, such as a Heritage Overlay or Vegetation Protection Overlay. Structural work also needs a building permit. We check your property's controls early and manage the permits as part of the job.
Is my Hampton home heritage-listed, and what does that mean?
You can check the Heritage Overlay schedule in the Bayside Planning Scheme, or we can check it for you. If it applies, demolition and most external changes need a planning permit, and extensions should be sympathetic to the home's heritage elements. Internal renovations usually don't need one unless internal controls apply.
Do I need a permit to remove a tree before renovating in Hampton?
Often, yes. Bayside's local law protects trees with a trunk circumference over 155 cm measured 1 m above ground, and the Vegetation Protection Overlay (VPO3) protects native vegetation over 2 m high in some areas. We check your trees at the design stage and build any permit into your timeline.
How much does a renovation in Hampton cost?
Every home is different, so we quote each job individually after an on-site visit. As a general guide, many homeowners aim to spend around 5–10% of their property's value on a renovation. Our quotes are free, tailored to your budget and have no hidden costs.
How long does a home renovation take?
It depends on the scope. A kitchen and two bathrooms typically take 4–8 weeks, larger renovations usually take 2–4 months, and extensions or new builds can take up to 10 months. We give you a clear timeline with your quote.
Do you also renovate in suburbs near Hampton?
Yes. We renovate across Bayside and the surrounding suburbs, including Brighton, Sandringham, Moorabbin and Bentleigh. You get the same team, the same trades and the same free on-site quote wherever you are.
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Renovation ideas and advice
Ready to renovate your Hampton home?
Book a free on-site quote. We'll come to your Hampton home, check any heritage or tree controls and give you a renovation plan built around your budget.