Laundry Renovations Chadstone
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Stylish, practical laundry renovations in Chadstone and across Melbourne for over 20 years. Family-run, upfront quotes, zero hidden costs.
Your Chadstone Laundry, Done Properly
At Smarter Home Renovations, we’ve been delivering high-quality laundry renovations in Chadstone 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 Chadstone Homes
In Chadstone’s postwar homes, the laundry is usually a small room at the back of the house or an enclosed corner of the rear porch, with a single trough and often a step down to the yard. Some have been moved into the garage. Townhouses on subdivided blocks commonly have a cupboard laundry under the stairs or off the kitchen.
Typical Chadstone laundry projects include rebuilding back-porch laundries with insulation, proper flooring and drainage, fitting benches over front loaders and tall cupboards for storage, and designing neat European laundries in townhouses where space is short. Most laundry work doesn’t need a planning permit from the City of Monash, but plumbing and electrical changes are done by licensed trades with compliance certificates.
Chadstone at a Glance
- Postcode
- Chadstone VIC 3148
- Council
- City of Monash
- From the CBD
- About 14 km south-east
- Typical Homes
- Postwar Housing Commission concrete houses
- 1950s and 1960s weatherboard homes
- Brick veneer homes
- Dual-occupancy townhouses
- Units
- Property Market
- Median house price$1,330,000
- Median unit price$855,888
- House rent$650 a week
- Unit rent$680 a week
Source: CoreLogic via Your Investment Property, prices to July 2026, rents to September 2026
Before You Start
Planning a Laundry Renovation in Chadstone
Insulation
Enclosed Back Porches
A Chadstone laundry built into an enclosed rear porch is often cold, with a thin lining, louvre windows and a floor that sits lower than the rest of the house. Rebuilding it properly may involve new framing, insulation, a raised floor and better windows. Where the enclosure was never approved, we check what a building permit requires before work begins.
Drainage
Adding a Floor Waste
Many original Chadstone laundries have no floor waste, so a burst hose or an overflowing trough spreads water across the floor and into the timber nearby. Adding a floor waste and a waterproof membrane under the new tiles protects the rest of the house. Our licensed plumbers connect the new drainage and provide a compliance certificate when the work is done.
Layout
Laundries Under the Stairs
Townhouses on split Chadstone blocks often tuck the laundry under the stairs, where the ceiling slopes and a dryer has nowhere to vent. Stacking the washer and dryer at the high end, choosing a condenser or heat pump dryer and fitting a shallow trough can make the space properly usable. We measure clearances around doors before you choose appliances.
Asbestos
Testing Old Linings
Laundries in Chadstone homes built before 1990, especially those in enclosed porches, may have asbestos cement sheeting on the walls or ceiling, or old vinyl over a fibro floor. Testing before strip-out tells us whether a licensed removalist is needed for larger amounts. Building this into the plan from the start avoids delays once demolition begins.
Access
The Path to the Clothesline
Many Chadstone backyards still have a rotary clothesline and a step or two down from the laundry door. Replacing a narrow door, adding a level landing or a small deck at the threshold and planning a firm path to the line make carrying baskets easier. We set the door and landing heights so rainwater drains away from the house.
Get a Free Laundry Estimate in Chadstone
Two quick steps. We’ll be in touch within one business day to arrange a visit to your Chadstone 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 Chadstone
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 Chadstone 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 Chadstone
Chadstone (3148) is about 14 km south-east of the Melbourne CBD, and well within our regular service area. We renovate laundries in Chadstone and its neighbouring suburbs, with the same team, the same fixed pricing and the same attention to detail.
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Can a laundry be moved out of the garage in a Chadstone home?
Often, if there is a cupboard, hallway nook or part of a bathroom that can take it. The new position needs hot and cold water, a drain with enough fall and ventilation, and moving drains under a concrete slab takes more work than under a timber floor. We look at the drain run and the space available before recommending a spot.
Do Chadstone laundry renovations need council approval?
Usually not a planning permit from the City of Monash for work inside the house. If an old porch laundry is rebuilt or enlarged, or walls are moved, a building permit may be needed. Our licensed plumbers and electricians certify their part of the work. We confirm the requirements for your property before any work starts.
How do I stop condensation in my Chadstone laundry?
Laundries in the concrete and weatherboard houses here often have no exhaust fan, and a vented dryer can fill a small room with moisture in minutes. A ducted exhaust fan, a heat pump or condenser dryer and a window that opens all help. We vent fans to the outside so the moisture doesn’t end up in the roof space and damage the ceiling.
Should we fix up the laundry before selling our Chadstone home?
Buyers at inspections do open the laundry door, and a damp porch laundry with a rusted trough or a soft floor raises questions about the rest of a postwar Chadstone house. Replacing the trough and taps, fixing leaks, adding a bench over the machines and painting are usually enough to present it well. Larger works such as rebuilding an enclosed porch make more sense if you are staying.
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.