Repair Damaged Photos
Melbourne’s trusted specialists with over 20 years of experience reviving damaged photos, videos, and documents.
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Breathe new life into your cherished memories.
Photo restoration isn’t just about repair—it’s about bringing back the stories they hold. Imagine faded faces regaining their sharpness, and scenes from yesteryear bursting with vibrant color once again.
By restoring them, we don’t just preserve memories; we create a bridge for future generations to connect with their family legacy. These photos become vibrant testaments to the lives lived before us.
We love restoring photos, and it shows in our work.
The Artisan StandardBefore & After: The Art of Restoration
Slide to reveal the transformation. Experience the difference that precision, care, and 20+ years of expertise can make.
Complimentary Print
With Every Restoration Project
Revive your cherished memories and hold them in your hands once more. Every professional restoration now includes a premium physical print at no additional cost.
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From Faded to Fantastic
A Peek Behind the Archival Curtain
The Careful Capture
Your original photo undergoes a museum-grade, high-resolution scan. This creates a non-destructive digital master, ensuring your original physical copy remains safely untouched.
Color Comeback
We analyze the underlying pigment data to reverse decades of UV fading. Our technicians breathe vibrancy back into the scene, matching the original intended palette.
The Scratch Busters
Using precision digital retouching tools, we meticulously remove scratches, dust, and silverfish damage, revealing the intricate details that have been hidden for years.
Structural Defense
Tears, heavy creases, and missing corners are reconstructed. We bridge the gaps in your family history, bringing even the most heavily damaged photos back to life.
Best Photo Restoration Service In Melbourne
Be Amazed By Our Photo Restorations
Step into our galleries and experience the art of restoration. Each image reveals the precision of our craft and the tenderness of our touch.
We restore more than photos — we rekindle stories, renew moments, and honour memory.
Every work is a testament to our passion for preserving what matters most to you.
View GalleryHow Much Does It Cost to Restore Photos?
Transparent pricing for every project. From minor touch-ups to complex reconstructions, we provide clear estimates based on the care your photo requires.
Photo & Document Scanning
Preserve your fragile memories with our premium digitisation services. All media is carefully processed right here in Melbourne.
- Minimum 600 DPI Quality
- Standard & Large Photos
- Fragile Documents
- Film Negatives
- 35mm Slides
Price is a starting point only.
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Restoration Packages
Choose the level of restoration your memories need. Every project is handled with meticulous care here in Melbourne.
Basic Photo Restoration
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- Scanning
- Dust and Scratch Removal
- Colour Correction
- Photo Enlargement
Standard Photo Restoration
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- Everything in Basic Photo Restoration
- Restoration Of Rips, Tears & Heavy Scratches
- Sharpening Blurred Photos
Advanced Photo Restoration
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- Everything in Standard Photo Restoration
- Restoration Of Missing Parts Of The Photo
- Object Removal
Video Converting Services
Rescue your fragile videotapes and film reels before they degrade. Digitise your memories to modern formats with premium quality upscaling.
VHS/VHS-C Converting Service
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- VHS to DVD/MP4/AVI etc.
- VHS-C to DVD/MP4/AVI etc.
- Upscale to 1080p
Mini-DV/Hi8 Converting Service
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- MiniDV to DVD/MP4/AVI etc.
- Video8, Hi8, Digital8 to DVD/MP4/AVI etc.
- Upscale to 1080p
8mm/Super 8mm Converting Service
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- 8mm, Super 8 to DVD/MP4/AVI etc.
Photo restoration made simple.
Allow our experts to restore your damaged photos with precision and care - satisfaction guaranteed! Proofs and tweaks included — no surprises, just satisfaction.
01. Get Your Quote
Upload a photo for a free price estimate.
02. Review Proofs
See our work before you finalise your order.
03. Digital Delivery
Download your high‑res restored image.
How to Send Us Your Photos
For the absolute best results, we recommend letting Photo Restoration Rescue scan your original images. Choose your preferred method below.
Local Drop-Off & Pick-Up
If you are in Melbourne, delivering your original photos directly to us ensures we have full control over the scanning process for the highest quality restoration.
We also offer a premium pick-up and drop-off service. Please call or email us for more details and availability.
Mail Us Your Originals
Ideal for interstate or international clients. Mailing originals gives the best possible results because we control the entire scanning process.
Pack single photos securely between thick cardboard, or send multiple photos in a hardcover album to prevent damage. Always use Registered Post.
Mailing Address
Attention: Theo
Parcel Collect 10092 11692
Shop 35, 39 Hanover Street
Oakleigh, VIC 3166
Scan & Upload (Photos Only)
Prefer to keep your originals? You can scan the photos yourself or utilize a counter service like Officeworks, who can scan at high DPI and email them directly to us.
Required Scanning Quality
- TIFF format (Preferred) or JPEG format
- Minimum 1200 DPI resolution
- Strictly NO auto-adjustments
Once scanned, simply upload them securely directly to us, or upload them to a cloud service (Google Drive, Dropbox) and send us the link.
Upload PhotosMobile Phone Capture
We do not recommend this method as it results in the lowest quality starting point. If you must use a mobile phone, please follow these strict guidelines:
Capture Guidelines
- Avoid overhead reflections and glare
- Keep the original photo perfectly flat
- Keep your phone perfectly straight and parallel
- Do not skew or angle the shot
Once captured, simply upload the image securely directly to us.
Upload PhotosClient Testimonials: Photo Restoration That Matters
Real stories from real families. We take pride in the trust our clients place in us. Read how we’ve helped people across Melbourne preserve their most precious family legacies.
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Common Questions
The timeframe depends on the TLC your memories need. Minor touch-ups are often completed within a few days, while complex archival restorations may take a couple of weeks. We’ll provide a clear timeframe after our initial assessment.
We are experts at fixing scratches, heavy fading, and tears. However, the severity of the damage does play a role. Think of it like a doctor’s visit—we will examine your photo and recommend the best "treatment" to achieve the best possible outcome.
Absolutely. We cherish your originals as much as you do. We handle them with archival care and return them safely to you alongside your beautifully restored digital copies.
We can certainly enlarge your restored photos. Our high-tech scanning and restoration techniques allow your memories to be enjoyed in high resolution, whether you want them displayed big or small.
Of course. If you already have a digital version of your damaged photo, we can use that for the restoration process. Just send the file our way and we’ll get started on breathing new life into it.
Cost depends on the level of restoration required. We provide a detailed, obligation-free quote after assessing your photos, so there are never any hidden surprises.