The problem
Same kitchen. Same suburb. $20,000 difference.
01
Most homeowners only get one quote
A friend's recommendation. The first renovator who answers the phone. That's how people overpay tens of thousands of dollars before tiles even arrive.
02
Hipages and Airtasker send 5–10 tradies
Then you waste hours fielding cold calls and chasing quotes. We send a maximum of 3 vetted renovators — quality over quantity.
03
Most platforms don't verify licences
Unlicensed renovators are a major cause of failed projects in Sydney and Melbourne. Every renovator in our network is verified before they reach you.
Real price comparison . Same kitchen . Same Sydney suburb
What happens when you only talk to one renovator
Renovator A . Local specialist
$32,500
Renovator B . Volume operator
$51,800
↑ SAME DESIGN . SAME SUBURB . SAME SPECS
$19,300 difference.
That's your appliance budget, your splashback and your stone benchtop — gone. Before demolition starts.
How it works
Three steps. 24 hours. Done.
No cold calls from 10 random tradies. Just 3 vetted local renovators competing for your project — so you get the best price and the right fit.
01
Tell us about your project
30-second form. Suburb, project type, budget and timeline. That's all we need to match you with the right renovators.
30 SECONDS
02
We match you with 2–3 renovators
Vetted, licensed, local specialists who have completed similar projects in your area. Maximum 3 — no quote-spamming.
SAME DAY
03
Compare 3 quotes in 24 hours
Each renovator contacts you with a detailed proposal. Compare side by side. Pick the right fit. Or pick none — zero obligation.
WITHIN 24HRS
Project types
What we cover
Renovation projects $5,000 and above across Sydney and Melbourne. We don't cover small jobs — only premium renovations.
Kitchen Reno
$28K–$52K
SYDNEY MID-RANGE
Bathroom Reno
$20K–$45K
STANDARD MAIN BATH
Extensions
$2.5K–$6K/m²
GROUND OR SECOND STOREY
Decks & Pergolas
$8K–$30K
QUALITY OUTDOOR LIVING
This is for you if
You qualify ✓
Your project budget is $5,000 or above
Your home is in Sydney or Melbourne metro area
You're planning to start within the next 12 months
You haven't signed with a renovator yet
You want vetted, licensed professionals — not lowball quotes
Not the right fit if
You don't qualify ✗
Your project budget is under $5,000
You're looking for handyman or odd-job tradies
You've already signed a contract with a renovator
Your property is outside Sydney or Melbourne metro
What you get
Everything included. Free for homeowners.
We are paid only when one of our renovators wins your job. Your comparison service costs nothing.
3 vetted renovator quotes
Licensed, insured renovators who specialise in your project type and have completed similar work in your suburb.
Save $5K–$20K on average
24-hour quote guarantee
No more waiting weeks for renovators to call back. Our matched renovators commit to 24-hour response times.
Industry average: 1–3 weeks
Local suburb specialists
Renovators who know your council requirements, heritage rules and typical issues in your area — not generic operators.
Fewer surprises. Fewer delays.
Verified licences only
Every renovator in our network holds a current contractor licence and the right insurance. We verify before they reach you.
Zero unlicensed operators.
Results
What homeowners say
Real renovations across Sydney and Melbourne.
★★★★★
We were about to sign with the first renovator who quoted us $48,000 for our kitchen. The second quote came back at $32,500 — same scope, better materials. Saved us $15,500.
★★★★★
I had been on hipages and got 9 calls in two days. Total chaos. With reno.retentionguy.com I got 3 detailed quotes from professional renovators. Such a different experience.
★★★★★
The renovator we picked had completed three other projects on our street. He knew exactly what our council would approve. Saved us months of back-and-forth.
We are a referral platform connecting homeowners with vetted licensed renovators across Sydney and Melbourne. We do not provide renovation services. All renovators in our network hold current contractor licences and appropriate insurance. Referral arrangements are disclosed to all parties in accordance with Australian Consumer Law.