Laundry Renovations Coburg
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Stylish, practical laundry renovations in Coburg and across Melbourne for over 20 years. Family-run, upfront quotes, zero hidden costs.
Your Coburg Laundry, Done Properly
At Smarter Home Renovations, we’ve been delivering high-quality laundry renovations in Coburg 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 Coburg Homes
Coburg’s housing ranges from Victorian and Edwardian homes near Sydney Road to interwar bungalows and post-war weatherboards further from the shops. In the older homes, the laundry is often in a lean-to or a sleepout added at the back, while post-war houses usually have a small laundry beside the back door. Townhouses and apartments near the train line use cupboard laundries.
That shapes most Coburg laundry renovations: rebuilding lean-to laundries with proper floors, insulation and ventilation, moving the laundry closer to the kitchen during larger renovations, adding storage and bench space, and fitting European laundries in townhouses and apartments. Most laundry work doesn’t need a planning permit from Merri-bek City Council, though licensed plumbers and electricians complete every service change, and apartment work is coordinated with the owners corporation.
Coburg at a Glance
- Postcode
- Coburg VIC 3058
- Council
- Merri-bek City Council
- From the CBD
- About 8 km north
- Typical Homes
- Victorian and Edwardian homes
- Interwar Californian bungalows
- Post-war brick and weatherboard homes
- Townhouses and apartments
- Property Market
- Median house price$1,255,000
- Median unit price$600,000
- House rent$750 a week
- Unit rent$580 a week
Source: CoreLogic via Your Investment Property, prices to July 2026, rents to September 2026
Before You Start
Getting a Coburg Laundry Right
Insulation
Lean-to and Sleepout Laundries
Laundries in the back lean-tos and sleepouts of Coburg’s older homes often have thin walls, no insulation and a floor that has dropped over time. Rebuilding the space properly, with a level floor, waterproofing, insulation and a ducted exhaust fan, turns it into a room that stays warm and dry instead of the coldest part of the house.
Storage
A Back Entry for Garden Families
Many Coburg backyards are working gardens, with vegetable beds, fruit trees and a shed. A laundry by the back door can double as a mud room, with a bench for boots, hooks for coats and a deep trough for washing produce or garden tools. It keeps dirt out of the kitchen and makes the back door work harder.
Electrical
Garage and Carport Laundries
In some Coburg post-war homes and townhouses the washing machine lives in the garage. Turning a corner of the garage into a proper laundry means adding a floor waste, wall linings, ventilation and power points in the right places. Our licensed plumbers and electricians complete the services and provide compliance certificates.
Layout
Moving the Laundry During an Extension
When a Coburg home gets a new rear living area, the old laundry is often in the way. Common solutions are a laundry beside the kitchen behind sliding doors, or one combined with a new bathroom. Planning the laundry with the rest of the extension keeps plumbing runs short and avoids a cramped afterthought.
Apartments
Apartment Laundries
Apartments in Coburg, including the Pentridge redevelopment and newer buildings along Sydney Road, usually have a cupboard laundry. Upgrades such as stacking appliances or new joinery may need owners corporation approval, especially where plumbing or waterproofing changes. We coordinate access and approvals with the building’s management.
Get a Free Laundry Estimate in Coburg
Two quick steps. We’ll be in touch within one business day to arrange a visit to your Coburg 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 Coburg
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 Coburg 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 Coburg
Coburg (3058) is about 8 km north of the Melbourne CBD, and well within our regular service area. We renovate laundries in Coburg and its neighbouring suburbs, with the same team, the same fixed pricing and the same attention to detail.
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Can I turn my old sleepout into a laundry?
Often, yes. Sleepouts in Coburg bungalows are usually close to the existing plumbing, which helps. The floor, walls and roof are checked first, since many were built quickly and may need reframing. The room is then waterproofed to the Australian Standard and fitted with an exhaust fan, power and lighting.
Do I need approval from Merri-bek to move my laundry?
Generally not a planning permit for work inside the house. A building permit is usually only needed if the work changes the structure, for example removing a load-bearing wall. All plumbing and electrical work is done by licensed trades, and you receive a plumbing compliance certificate and a Certificate of Electrical Safety.
Can the laundry share space with a second toilet?
Yes, this is a popular option in Coburg homes with a single bathroom. A compact toilet and hand basin beside the laundry uses the same drains and gives the household a second toilet without a full extension. The layout needs to meet ventilation and privacy requirements, which we plan into the design.
Will a laundry fit in a townhouse hallway cupboard?
In most of Coburg’s newer townhouses, yes. A cupboard about the width of a standard washing machine can take a stacked washer and dryer, with a slim trough or overhead shelving beside it if there is a little more room. We measure the space and check ventilation, power and drainage before recommending a layout.
Is it worth updating the laundry in a Coburg house before putting it on the market?
In Coburg’s bungalows and post-war homes the laundry is often a separate room at the back with a concrete trough, an old copper outlet or exposed pipes. Buyers rarely choose a home for its laundry, but a damp, run-down one raises questions about the rest of the house. Repairing leaks, sealing the floor, adding a bench over the machines and good lighting is usually enough. Leave relocating the laundry to the next owner.
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.