Laundry Renovations Aberfeldie
Aberfeldie Laundries,
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Stylish, practical laundry renovations in Aberfeldie and across Melbourne for over 20 years. Family-run, upfront quotes, zero hidden costs.
Your Aberfeldie Laundry, Done Properly
At Smarter Home Renovations, we’ve been delivering high-quality laundry renovations in Aberfeldie and across Melbourne for more than 20 years. Since launching in early 2002, our family-owned business has earned a reputation for fast, fair and reliable renovation services with a personal touch.
What Our Clients Say
5.0 out of 5 stars, based on 25 reviews
Powder room & laundry into a small bathroom
“We are delighted with our new bathroom. Tony made the entire process very easy for us, which is what you want when renovating. Nothing was too much trouble and he was very patient with all our questions and provided great advice on the design and installation. The workmanship was of high quality and the quote was highly competitive. Highly recommend Tony and his team!”
Laundry fix and touch up
“The customer service from Smarter Home Renovations is amazing! They could not have been more helpful in fixing and remodelling our laundry. Highly recommend them for any renovation work.”
Laundry Renovation
“Tony and his team did an outstanding job on my laundry renovation. Great workmanship, very professional and knows his stuff. Tony was very easy to deal with throughout the whole process. He was helpful, prompt and on time. I will definitely use them again and highly recommend them.”
Renovating Laundries in Aberfeldie Homes
In Aberfeldie’s older homes the laundry is usually its own small room off the kitchen or back porch, sometimes in a separate outbuilding, with a concrete trough, open shelving and a door out to the clothesline. Newer double-storey houses tend to put the laundry near the garage or under the stairs, where it often ends up doubling as a storeroom.
Common laundry projects are refitting an original laundry with full-height cupboards and a proper bench, adding a mudroom zone near the back or garage door, moving the laundry into a rear extension and improving drainage and ventilation. Internal laundry work generally doesn’t need a planning permit from the City of Moonee Valley, and plumbing and electrical changes are made by licensed trades.
Aberfeldie at a Glance
- Postcode
- Aberfeldie VIC 3040
- Council
- City of Moonee Valley
- From the CBD
- About 8 km north-west
- Typical Homes
- Victorian and Federation houses from the Aberfeldie Estate
- Interwar Californian bungalows
- Postwar brick homes
- New double-storey homes
- Property Market
- Median house price$1,756,500
- Median unit price$740,000
- House rent$720 a week
- Unit rent$545 a week
Source: CoreLogic via Your Investment Property, prices to July 2026, rents to September 2026
Before You Start
Planning a Laundry Renovation in Aberfeldie
Layout
Outbuilding Laundries
Some older Aberfeldie homes still have the laundry in a separate wash house or outbuilding in the backyard. Moving it into the house, often as part of a rear extension, means new drainage, water and power connections. The old outbuilding can then become a garden store or studio. If it falls within a heritage control, we check before changing it.
Storage
Under-Stair Laundries
In newer double-storey Aberfeldie homes, the laundry is often tucked under the stairs or next to the garage, where storage is awkward. Custom cupboards that follow the stair angle, pull-out shelving and a bench above the machines make the most of the space. We also plan where the vacuum, ironing board and brooms will live.
Access
Mudroom by the Back Door
With Aberfeldie Park and the river trail close by, muddy shoes, bikes and sports gear often come in through the back door. A laundry with a bench seat, hooks, shoe storage and a hard-wearing floor can catch them before they reach the rest of the house. We plan the space so the washing still has room to happen.
Ventilation
Drying Clothes in a Shaded Yard
Large trees in Aberfeldie gardens can shade the clothesline for much of the day in winter. A heat pump dryer, a drying rail above the trough and a ducted exhaust fan let clothes dry indoors without leaving the room damp. We plan the power and ventilation for these as part of the laundry layout, not after the cabinetry is in.
Waterproofing
Timber Floors and Laundry Water
A laundry on a suspended timber floor needs waterproofing and a floor waste just as a bathroom does, because a burst hose or overflowing trough can soak the floor framing. We waterproof the floor, install a waste and seal the junctions with the walls. Older Aberfeldie laundries often have none of these protections in place.
Get a Free Laundry Estimate in Aberfeldie
Two quick steps. We’ll be in touch within one business day to arrange a visit to your Aberfeldie home.
- 1Tell us about your project
Two quick steps. It takes about two minutes.
- 2We call you back
Tony will be in touch within one business day to talk through your ideas.
- 3Free on-site consultation
We visit, measure up and listen to how you want the space to work.
- 4Fixed-price quote
A detailed, itemised quote. What we quote is what you pay.
No obligation, no pressure
Family-run since 2002. Your estimate is free and your details are never shared with third parties.
Your Laundry Renovations in Aberfeldie
Custom Cabinetry
Built-in storage designed around your space: overhead cabinets, under-bench drawers, broom cupboards, and hidden ironing board solutions.
Trough & Tapware
Laundry trough, basin, and tapware selection and installation. We'll help you choose practical fittings that hold up to daily use.
Tiling & Waterproofing
Professional floor and wall tiling with full wet-area waterproofing, done to Australian Standards so your renovation is protected for the long term.
Appliance Integration
Purpose-built spaces for your washer, dryer, and ironing station, with the right height, ventilation, and access clearance built in from the start.
Electrical & Plumbing
Licensed plumbers and electricians handle all service connections: power points, hot/cold water, waste lines, and dryer ducting.
Ventilation & Lighting
Good ventilation prevents mould and condensation. We install exhaust fans, LED lighting, and ensure the space is bright, fresh, and functional.
Your Aberfeldie Laundry in 5 Steps
Meet & Greet
We get to know you and your specific needs. And you find out more about us to make sure we are a good fit.
Consult & Design
We ask lots of questions to understand your ideal outcome for your project. We discuss layout, budget, colours and more.
Quote
A comprehensive quotation outlining all the details, costs and timelines to complete your project.
Construct & Manage
Time to get to work with all our suppliers and trades to construct your project and deliver it as promised.
Deliver
We strive to deliver your project on time and on budget. We believe in 100% customer satisfaction from start to finish.
Laundry Renovations In and Around Aberfeldie
Aberfeldie (3040) is about 8 km north-west of the Melbourne CBD, and well within our regular service area. We renovate laundries in Aberfeldie and its neighbouring suburbs, with the same team, the same fixed pricing and the same attention to detail.
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Can our Aberfeldie laundry be moved into the house?
Yes. A laundry in a backyard wash house or rear porch can be moved inside, either into an existing room or as part of an extension. It needs drainage with enough fall to the sewer, which a timber floor makes easier to run. We check the drainage route and whether any heritage control affects the old outbuilding before you decide.
Does a laundry renovation in Aberfeldie need a permit?
Internal laundry work generally doesn’t need a planning permit from the City of Moonee Valley. If the work is part of an extension, or changes the outside of a house in a heritage precinct, a planning permit may be needed. Plumbing and electrical work is done by licensed trades, who provide compliance certificates when the job is finished.
Can a laundry and powder room be combined in an Aberfeldie bungalow?
Often, yes. A powder room beside or within the laundry gives guests and family a second toilet near the living areas, which many Aberfeldie bungalows lack. It needs its own door or enclosure, ventilation and a drainage connection. We check room sizes and the layout before recommending it.
How do I fit more storage in a small laundry?
Overhead cupboards, a tall cupboard for brooms and the vacuum, a pull-out hamper and a shelf over the machines all add space. In an Aberfeldie bungalow with high ceilings, cupboards can go higher than in a modern home, with a step stool for the top shelf. We plan cupboard depths to suit your appliances.
Should we update the laundry before selling our Aberfeldie home?
A laundry doesn’t usually decide a sale, but a damp, leaking or cramped one can raise questions. Replacing a rusted trough, fixing taps and drains, adding cupboards and repainting can all be done quickly. If the laundry is in an old wash house in the yard, tidying it is generally more practical than moving it inside before an Aberfeldie sale.
Ready to Start Your Renovation?
No matter the project, our team has the right solution. Get in touch today for a free, no-obligation quote, and let's get your renovation underway.