Blog & Guides
Expert renovation tips, property maintenance guides and industry insights from the MTS Group team.
What will you find here?
These are the questions we get asked on site every week, written up properly. Homeowners planning a kitchen or bathroom want to know what it costs, how long it takes and what to sort out before the trades arrive. Property managers and strata committees want a maintenance plan that stops small problems turning into big invoices.
Each guide is written by the team that does the work across Lake Macquarie, so the advice reflects local conditions: salt air near the lake, older fibro homes, and the council approvals that come with them. If you are planning a project, start with our home renovation services. If you look after a building, our facilities maintenance programs cover the scheduled work these checklists describe.
Can't find your question? Check the frequently asked questions or ask us directly.

May 2026
The Benefits of Professional Commercial Property Management for Strata & Body Corporate
Why professional commercial property maintenance protects strata and body corporate asset value across Lake Macquarie and Newcastle — compliance, preventative maintenance and trade coordination.
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March 2026
How to Plan a Bathroom Renovation in Lake Macquarie
A complete step-by-step guide to planning your bathroom renovation — from budgeting and design to choosing the right builder.
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March 2026
Commercial Property Maintenance Checklist for Lake Macquarie Businesses
Essential seasonal maintenance tasks and compliance requirements every property manager, strata manager and facilities manager needs to know.
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March 2026
Kitchen Renovation Trends 2026 — What Lake Macquarie Homeowners Are Choosing
The latest kitchen design trends including shaker cabinetry, stone benchtops and brass fixtures — plus budget guidance for every price range.
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