Laundry Renovations Balwyn
Balwyn Laundries,
Built to Work
Stylish, practical laundry renovations in Balwyn and across Melbourne for over 20 years. Family-run, upfront quotes, zero hidden costs.
Your Balwyn Laundry, Done Properly
At Smarter Home Renovations, we’ve been delivering high-quality laundry renovations in Balwyn 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 Balwyn Homes
In Balwyn’s older homes the laundry is usually a separate room at the back, near the kitchen or rear entry, often with a door to the garden and dated cabinetry. Newer double-storey houses tend to have larger laundries near the garage, which families increasingly want to double as a mudroom and storage area.
That shapes how we approach laundries in Balwyn: refitting them with full-height cupboards, hanging space and a generous bench, combining laundry and mudroom near the garage entry, relocating the laundry during a rear extension, and improving ventilation. Most internal laundry work doesn’t need a planning permit from the City of Boroondara, and plumbing and electrical work is done by licensed trades.
Balwyn at a Glance
- Postcode
- Balwyn VIC 3103
- Council
- City of Boroondara
- From the CBD
- About 10 km east
- Typical Homes
- Californian bungalows
- Interwar brick homes
- Postwar homes
- New double-storey homes
- Property Market
- Median house price$2,650,000
- Median unit price$860,000
- House rent$1,125 a week
- Unit rent$645 a week
Source: CoreLogic via Your Investment Property, prices to July 2026, rents to September 2026
Before You Start
Planning a Laundry Renovation in Balwyn
Design
Rear Laundries With Garden Doors
Interwar and postwar Balwyn homes often have the laundry beside the kitchen with a door to the backyard. These rooms can be small and cold, with an old trough and little storage. A full-height cupboard wall, a benchtop over the machines and a better external door make a big difference without moving any plumbing.
Layout
Mudroom by the Garage
In Balwyn’s newer double-storey homes, the laundry is often next to the internal garage door. Adding lockers, hooks, a bench seat and a place for school bags and sports gear turns it into a mudroom. We plan the layout so washing and storage each have their own space and the room doesn’t become a corridor.
Plumbing
Moving the Laundry in an Extension
When the back of an older Balwyn home is opened up for a new kitchen and family room, the laundry often has to move. A cupboard laundry near the kitchen, a room off the hallway or a space beside the garage are common options. We check drainage and ventilation for each before the design is set.
Storage
Storage for Larger Households
Family homes on Balwyn’s generous blocks often need more linen, cleaning and household storage than the original laundry provides. Tall cupboards, pull-out baskets, a broom cupboard and a hanging rail make the most of the space. We design joinery around your machines and the way your household actually uses the room.
Ventilation
Ventilation and Drying
Many older laundries have no exhaust fan, and the brick walls of interwar homes can hold moisture. A ducted exhaust fan, a heat pump dryer and a drying cupboard or rack reduce condensation and mould. Our licensed electricians install the power and ventilation, and you receive a Certificate of Electrical Safety.
Get a Free Laundry Estimate in Balwyn
Two quick steps. We’ll be in touch within one business day to arrange a visit to your Balwyn 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 Balwyn
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 Balwyn 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 Balwyn
Balwyn (3103) is about 10 km east of the Melbourne CBD, and well within our regular service area. We renovate laundries in Balwyn and its neighbouring suburbs, with the same team, the same fixed pricing and the same attention to detail.
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Can our Balwyn laundry become a mudroom as well?
Often, yes, especially where it is next to the garage or back door. A bench seat, hooks, lockers and a hard-wearing floor can be fitted alongside the washer and dryer. In larger Balwyn homes there may be room to separate the two zones, which keeps the laundry tidy.
Where should the laundry go if we extend at the back?
It depends on the new layout. Common choices are a European laundry in a cupboard off the kitchen, a separate room near the bathroom, or space beside the garage. The new spot needs to drain to the sewer and vent moisture outside, which we check before finalising the design.
Do I need a permit to renovate a laundry in Balwyn?
Usually not. Internal laundry work generally doesn’t need a planning permit from the City of Boroondara, even in a heritage area. A new external door or window, or structural changes, may need a building permit or a planning check, and we confirm this before work starts.
How long does a laundry renovation take?
A laundry refit with new cabinetry, tiling and plumbing in the same position is usually quicker than a bathroom renovation. Moving the laundry, or combining it with a mudroom, takes longer because of new drainage and electrical work. Your fixed-price quote sets out the scope and the expected timing.
Do buyers in Balwyn care about the laundry?
For family buyers in Balwyn, a laundry that works matters more than it might seem. Many interwar and postwar homes here still have a laundry in an enclosed back verandah or a separate outbuilding, which can feel cold and makeshift. Bringing it up to a clean, well-lit room with cabinetry and space for a dryer usually does enough. Keep any new external doors or windows in keeping with the house if it is in a heritage area.
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.