Laundry Renovations Armadale
Armadale Laundries,
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Stylish, practical laundry renovations in Armadale and across Melbourne for over 20 years. Family-run, upfront quotes, zero hidden costs.
Your Armadale Laundry, Done Properly
At Smarter Home Renovations, we’ve been delivering high-quality laundry renovations in Armadale 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 Armadale Homes
In Armadale’s villas and terraces the laundry has usually landed in a rear lean-to, a corner of the kitchen addition or a cupboard under the stairs, often cramped and poorly ventilated. Some interwar apartment blocks still have a shared laundry, while newer townhouses tend to put a European laundry in the hallway or a small room by the garage.
Owners here often want a properly organised laundry with bench space, hanging rails and tall cupboards, a European laundry in custom joinery, or a laundry moved during a rear renovation, along with exhaust to protect old plaster. Internal laundry work generally doesn’t need a planning permit from the City of Stonnington, and in apartments we work with your owners corporation.
Armadale at a Glance
- Postcode
- Armadale VIC 3143
- Council
- City of Stonnington
- From the CBD
- About 7 km south-east
- Typical Homes
- Victorian and Edwardian villas
- Victorian terraces
- Interwar apartments
- Townhouses
- Property Market
- Median house price$2,185,000
- Median unit price$700,500
- House rent$1,100 a week
- Unit rent$625 a week
Source: CoreLogic via Your Investment Property, prices to July 2026, rents to September 2026
Before You Start
Planning a Laundry in an Armadale Home
Layout
Moving the Laundry Indoors
In many Armadale villas the laundry is still in a lean-to off the back verandah, a step down and a few degrees colder than the house. A rear renovation is the moment to bring it inside next to the kitchen or a back entry. We look at where the drainage runs before suggesting a spot, since moving it far can mean new pipes under the floor.
Storage
Under the Stairs in Terraces
Two-storey Victorian terraces in Armadale often have a void under the stair that can take a stacked washer and dryer with a small bench. It needs a waste, taps, power and a way for moisture to escape. We check the headroom and the stair structure, and use sliding or bi-fold doors where a swinging door would block the hallway.
Ventilation
Damp in Solid Brick Walls
Older brick walls in Armadale homes often have a failed damp course, and a laundry that releases moisture into the room can make paint peel and plaster crumble. A ducted exhaust fan, a heat pump dryer and keeping water away from the base of the walls all help. We check for rising damp before new finishes go on.
Apartments
Shared Laundries in Interwar Blocks
Some interwar apartment blocks in Armadale still have a shared laundry in the garden or basement. Adding a machine inside your flat needs owners corporation approval, a water supply, a waste connection and enough electrical capacity. We check whether a waste pipe can be reached from the kitchen or bathroom before suggesting where it can go.
Design
Laundry and Mudroom Combined
Families in Armadale’s larger villas with a side or rear entry often want the laundry to double as a mudroom, with hooks for school bags, a bench to sit on and a cupboard for sports gear. Hard wearing floor tiles and a floor waste near the door help in wet weather. We plan it so the rear entry still feels like part of the house.
Get a Free Laundry Estimate in Armadale
Two quick steps. We’ll be in touch within one business day to arrange a visit to your Armadale 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 Armadale
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 Armadale 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 Armadale
Armadale (3143) is about 7 km south-east of the Melbourne CBD, and well within our regular service area. We renovate laundries in Armadale and its neighbouring suburbs, with the same team, the same fixed pricing and the same attention to detail.
Laundry Renovations MelbourneDo I need a permit to move the laundry in my Armadale villa?
A laundry moved within the house generally doesn’t need a planning permit from the City of Stonnington. If it moves into a new extension, or needs a new external vent or door, the heritage overlay may apply. Plumbing work is done by our licensed plumbers, and you receive a compliance certificate when it is finished.
Can a European laundry fit in an Armadale townhouse hallway?
Usually. A European laundry needs a cupboard about the width of two machines side by side, or one stacked pair, with a waste and taps behind. In townhouses near High Street the hallway is often the only spot. We choose doors that fold right back and specify moisture resistant board for the joinery.
Will a new laundry help with damp in my Armadale period home?
It can. A laundry with a ducted exhaust fan and a heat pump or condenser dryer puts far less moisture into the house than an old vented dryer in a lean-to. If the walls are already damp from below, the cause needs fixing too, often drainage or a failed damp course. We look at both before quoting.
How long does a laundry renovation take in Armadale?
A refit of an existing laundry is usually quicker than a bathroom, because there is less tiling and waterproofing. Moving the laundry, adding drainage under a timber floor or working in an interwar block with restricted hours adds time. Joinery is often the longest lead item, so we order it early and give you a written timeline with the quote.
Is a laundry worth fixing up before I lease out my Armadale flat?
Renters looking at interwar flats in Armadale often check whether there is a private laundry or at least space for a washing machine. Where the building allows, adding taps, a waste and power for a machine is worth considering. If the flat relies on a shared laundry, make sure it is clean and working. Any change to building plumbing needs owners corporation approval.
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.