Laundry Renovations Eltham
Eltham Laundries,
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Stylish, practical laundry renovations in Eltham and across Melbourne for over 20 years. Family-run, upfront quotes, zero hidden costs.
Your Eltham Laundry, Done Properly
At Smarter Home Renovations, we’ve been delivering high-quality laundry renovations in Eltham 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 Eltham Homes
In Eltham’s family homes the laundry is usually a proper room, often near the back door, the garage or the lower level of a split level house. Many are still fitted out with original laminate cupboards and a single trough, and in mud brick houses they can be dim and hard to keep dry. Newer townhouses near the town centre generally have a cupboard laundry.
That shapes most of our Eltham laundry renovations: replacing worn cabinetry with durable benchtops and full height storage, adding a mud room zone for boots and outdoor gear, improving light and ventilation in lower level rooms, and fitting cupboard laundries with stacked appliances in townhouses. Most interior laundry work doesn’t need a planning permit from Nillumbik Shire Council, and all plumbing and electrical work is done by licensed trades.
Eltham at a Glance
- Postcode
- Eltham VIC 3095
- Council
- Nillumbik Shire Council
- From the CBD
- About 20 km north-east
- Typical Homes
- Mud brick and timber homes
- 1970s and 1980s family homes
- Brick veneer houses
- Townhouses near the town centre
- Property Market
- Median house price$1,271,500
- Median unit price$820,000
- House rent$782 a week
- Unit rent$650 a week
Source: CoreLogic via Your Investment Property, prices to July 2026, rents to September 2026
Before You Start
Planning a Laundry Renovation in Eltham
Ventilation
Damp Lower Level Laundries
On sloping Eltham blocks the laundry often sits on the lowest level, partly cut into the hill. These rooms can be cool and damp, with little natural light. An exhaust fan ducted outside, a heat pump or condenser dryer, moisture-resistant cabinetry and better lighting usually make more difference than new cupboards alone.
Waterproofing
Keeping Water Off Mud Brick
In mud brick homes a laundry trough or washing machine against an earth wall is a risk if anything leaks. We line wet walls, add a floor waste and tap tray where possible, and make sure splashbacks and skirtings protect the base of the wall from water getting in.
Storage
Gear for Bush Living
Muddy boots, dogs, gardening clothes and walking gear are part of life on a bush block in Eltham. A laundry with a deep trough, a shower rose or hand spray for washing dogs or boots, open hanging space and tiled floors that can be hosed into a floor waste suits the way many households use the room.
Plumbing
Tank Water and Long Pipe Runs
Some Eltham properties have rainwater tanks connected to the laundry, and split level homes can have long pipe runs between hot water service and laundry. Our licensed plumbers check what is connected where and can tie a new laundry into tank water where it is set up for it.
Apartments
Townhouse Cupboard Laundries
Newer townhouses near Eltham’s town centre and station usually have a cupboard laundry in a hallway or under the stairs. Stacking the washer and dryer, adding a slim bench and a pull-out hamper, and making sure the cupboard is ventilated turns a tight space into a usable one.
Get a Free Laundry Estimate in Eltham
Two quick steps. We’ll be in touch within one business day to arrange a visit to your Eltham 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 Eltham
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 Eltham 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 Eltham
Eltham (3095) is about 20 km north-east of the Melbourne CBD, and well within our regular service area. We renovate laundries in Eltham and its neighbouring suburbs, with the same team, the same fixed pricing and the same attention to detail.
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Our Eltham laundry is downstairs and always damp. What helps?
Start with ventilation: a properly sized exhaust fan ducted outside and a dryer that does not vent into the room. Moisture-resistant board and cabinetry, sealed floors and better lighting then help the room dry out. If water is getting in from the hillside behind the wall, that needs fixing before the new laundry goes in.
Can a laundry be moved upstairs in a split level Eltham home?
Often, if a drain can be reached with enough fall and there is space near a wet area such as the bathroom or kitchen. Moving it upstairs needs a floor waste or safe tray and careful waterproofing because of the rooms below. We check the drainage options during the first visit.
Do I need a permit to renovate a laundry in Eltham?
Usually not for internal work. If the renovation adds an external door, window or extension, bushfire construction rules and Nillumbik’s landscape or heritage overlays may apply, depending on the property. We check the overlays for your address with Nillumbik Shire Council before work starts.
Can I wash the dog in the laundry?
Yes, a raised shower tray or deep tub with a hand spray is a popular addition in Eltham homes. It needs a proper floor waste, waterproofing to the Australian Standard and a tiled or sealed floor around it. We plan its position near the back door so muddy paws do not cross the house.
Is it worth renovating the laundry in an Eltham home before I sell?
Eltham’s larger family homes on big blocks often have a laundry on a lower split level or off the garage, sometimes damp and fitted with old cabinetry. Buyers with families tend to expect a practical laundry with bench space, storage and easy access to the clothesline. A refit within the existing room, with better lighting and ventilation, is usually enough. Moving the laundry between levels is rarely worthwhile just before a sale.
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.