Project Description
Bathroom & Shower Retiling Specialists Melbourne
Is your shower leaking? Tiles cracked or lifting? Grout constantly failing?
At SCR Melbourne, we specialise in bathroom and shower retiling across Melbourne, helping homeowners fix leaks, replace damaged tiles and restore their bathrooms without the cost of a full renovation.
We don’t do temporary patch repairs. If tiles are damaged or the substrate has been compromised, the affected wall or floor sections must be properly removed and rebuilt. Replacing just a few tiles can break the waterproofing system and lead to ongoing moisture damage. In most cases, this involves retiling full return walls or the entire bathroom floor to ensure the waterproof membrane remains continuous, compliant and watertight.
Done properly, retiling protects your home, prevents further structural damage and gives your bathroom a clean, modern finish that lasts.
When Does a Shower Need Retiling Instead of Regrouting?
Regrouting is effective when:
- Grout is cracked, but the tiles are sound
- Waterproofing membrane is intact
- No structural movement
Retiling is necessary when:
- The shower is leaking into the walls or floors
- Tiles are loose, drummy or lifting
- Waterproofing has failed
- There is mould behind the tiles
- Previous patch repairs haven’t worked
Many Melbourne homes, especially those 10+ years old, develop waterproofing failure behind the tiles. In these cases, regrouting is only a temporary fix. We assess your shower properly and recommend the right solution.
Our Bathroom & Shower Retiling Services
Shower Tile Removal & Replacement
We safely remove damaged tiles without unnecessary demolition. This includes:
- Tile strip-out
- Adhesive removal
- Substrate repair
- Surface preparation
We then install new tiles with precision alignment and professional finishes.
Leaking Shower Retile & Waterproofing
If your shower is leaking, we:
- Remove tiles and screed
- Repair structural damage
- Install a new compliant waterproof membrane
- Retile and grout with mould-resistant products
This ensures the problem is fixed at the source, not just covered up.
Partial Bathroom Tile Renovations
You don’t always need a full bathroom renovation.
We can retile:
- Shower recess only
- Bathroom floors
- Feature walls
- Splashbacks
- Sections with cracked or outdated tiles
This is a cost-effective way to modernise your bathroom without ripping everything out.
Tile Removal & Surface Preparation
Proper preparation is critical.
We ensure:
- Level substrates
- Proper falls to waste
- Waterproof compliance
- High-bond tile adhesion
This prevents future failures.
Our Proven Retiling Process
- Comprehensive Inspection & Leak Diagnosis – We begin with a detailed assessment of your shower or bathroom to identify failing grout, movement cracks, moisture intrusion and any signs of waterproofing issues. This ensures we recommend the right solution — regrouting if suitable, or retiling if required.
- Precision Removal of Deteriorated Grout – Using specialised tools, we carefully remove damaged, mouldy or crumbling grout without chipping or damaging surrounding tiles. This step is critical to ensure proper adhesion of new grout.
- Deep Cleaning & Surface Preparation – All joints are thoroughly cleaned, sanitised and dried to eliminate mould, soap residue and contaminants. Proper preparation ensures maximum bonding strength and a longer-lasting finish.
- Application of Premium, Water-Resistant Grout – We apply high-quality, mould-resistant grout designed for wet areas. Joints are filled evenly and finished cleanly for a durable, uniform appearance.
- Protective Sealing for Long-Term Performance – Where required, we apply a penetrating sealer to enhance water resistance, reduce staining and extend the lifespan of your grout — helping protect your shower against future moisture damage.
Why Melbourne Homeowners Choose SCR Melbourne
Specialists in shower repairs and retiling
Licensed & fully insured
Waterproofing compliant
High-quality workmanship
Transparent pricing
Local Melbourne team
We focus specifically on showers and bathrooms — not general handyman work.
That means better finishes and longer-lasting results.
Call Us Today
If your bathroom & shower needs retiling, SCR’s Melbourne-based team can help
Testimonials
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Bathroom & Shower Retiling FAQs
Costs vary depending on tile size, waterproofing damage and scope. Partial shower retiling typically costs less than a full renovation. We provide detailed fixed quotes after inspection.
Most shower retiling projects take 3–5 days, depending on drying times for waterproofing and complexity.
In some cases yes — but if there is waterproofing failure or loose tiles, full removal is recommended for a long-term fix.
Yes. All waterproofing is completed to Australian Standards and certification can be provided.
Regrouting replaces grout only.
Retiling removes tiles, repairs substrate and installs new waterproofing.
If there is a leak behind tiles, retiling is usually required.
Not always. In many cases we can carefully remove and reinstall existing screens.
We Service the Melbourne Metro Area Including
| Toorak | Hawthorn |
| Camberwell | Brighton |
| St Kilda | Sandringham |