Laundry Renovations Bayswater
Bayswater Laundries,
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Stylish, practical laundry renovations in Bayswater and across Melbourne for over 20 years. Family-run, upfront quotes, zero hidden costs.
Your Bayswater Laundry, Done Properly
At Smarter Home Renovations, we’ve been delivering high-quality laundry renovations in Bayswater 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 Bayswater Homes
In Bayswater’s brick veneer and weatherboard homes, the laundry is usually a separate room at the back of the house or off the kitchen, sometimes moved into a garage or carport, with a trough and a door to the yard. Units and townhouses tend to have a cupboard laundry or a small room near the entry.
Typical laundry projects here are rebuilding dated laundries with storage and a proper bench, moving garage laundries back inside, fitting European laundries in units, and replacing old troughs, taps and pipes that are past their best. Most internal laundry work doesn’t need a planning permit from Knox City Council, and plumbing and electrical changes are done by licensed trades.
Bayswater at a Glance
- Postcode
- Bayswater VIC 3153
- Council
- Knox City Council
- From the CBD
- About 27 km east
- Typical Homes
- 1950s to 1970s brick veneer homes
- Postwar weatherboard houses
- Units and townhouses near the station
- Newer dwellings behind older homes
- Property Market
- Median house price$920,514
- Median unit price$704,000
- House rent$650 a week
- Unit rent$580 a week
Source: CoreLogic via Your Investment Property, prices to July 2026, rents to September 2026
Before You Start
Planning a Laundry Upgrade in Bayswater
Plumbing
Moving a Garage Laundry Inside
Bringing a laundry in from a Bayswater garage or carport means new hot and cold water lines, a drain and often a floor waste in the new room. On a slab the drain may need cutting into the concrete; on stumps it can usually run underneath. We check the route to the sewer before choosing the new location.
Heating
Drying Clothes Through Winter
Long, damp winters towards the Dandenong Ranges mean washing hangs inside for months. A heat pump or vented dryer, a ceiling or pull-down airer and a ducted exhaust fan stop moisture building up in the laundry and the rooms beside it. We plan space and a suitable power point for the dryer at the start.
Storage
Bench and Cupboard Space
Original Bayswater laundries often have a freestanding trough, a washing machine and little else. A built-in bench over front loaders, a deeper sink, overhead cupboards and a tall broom cupboard turn the same room into useful space. Where the laundry doubles as the back entry, hooks and a bench seat help as well.
Apartments
Cupboard Laundries in Units
In Bayswater units and townhouses, a cupboard laundry beside the kitchen or in the hallway is common. A stacked washer and dryer, a small sink and shelving can fit behind bi-fold or sliding doors. Ventilation and a safe tray under the washer matter more when the laundry opens straight onto living areas.
Waterproofing
Adding a Floor Waste
Older Bayswater laundries often have no floor waste, so a burst hose runs straight into the hallway or under the floor. Adding a floor waste with waterproofing across the floor and up the walls protects the rest of the house. Where the floor is timber on stumps, we check for rot around the trough first.
Get a Free Laundry Estimate in Bayswater
Two quick steps. We’ll be in touch within one business day to arrange a visit to your Bayswater 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 Bayswater
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 Bayswater 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 Bayswater
Bayswater (3153) is about 27 km east of the Melbourne CBD, and well within our regular service area. We renovate laundries in Bayswater and its neighbouring suburbs, with the same team, the same fixed pricing and the same attention to detail.
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Do I need council approval to move my Bayswater laundry?
Moving a laundry within the house generally does not need a planning permit from Knox City Council. The new plumbing and drainage must be done by a licensed plumber, who issues a compliance certificate, and new circuits come with a Certificate of Electrical Safety. If the work involves structural changes, a building permit may apply.
Can the laundry go into the bathroom in a small Bayswater unit?
Yes, combining them is a common way to free space in compact units and some original homes. Front loaders under the bench, or a stacked pair beside the vanity, work well. The room then needs strong exhaust ventilation and enough power points on suitable circuits. In units, we check owners corporation requirements before starting.
Is it worth replacing old pipes during a laundry renovation?
In Bayswater homes from the 1950s to the 1970s, the water pipes to the laundry may be original galvanised steel, which corrodes inside and reduces pressure. While the walls and floor are open, replacing those sections is easier than doing it later. We look at what is there and tell you what we recommend.
How long does a Bayswater laundry renovation take?
A laundry fitted out in the same position is usually one of the shorter renovation jobs, with cabinetry, plumbing, tiling and fit-off done in sequence. Relocating a laundry from the garage, adding a floor waste or replacing a rotten floor adds time. We give you a written schedule before we start.
Should I renovate the laundry before selling my Bayswater home?
Probably not with a full rebuild. People inspecting older Bayswater homes mostly notice whether the laundry is clean, dry and practical. Replacing a rusted trough, fixing leaking taps, adding a simple bench and cupboards and repainting can make a dated room work again. Moving a garage laundry inside is a bigger decision, best made with your agent’s advice on likely buyers.
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.