Laundry Renovations Elwood
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Stylish, practical laundry renovations in Elwood and across Melbourne for over 20 years. Family-run, upfront quotes, zero hidden costs.
Your Elwood Laundry, Done Properly
At Smarter Home Renovations, we’ve been delivering high-quality laundry renovations in Elwood 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 Elwood Homes
Elwood’s interwar and art deco blocks often have a shared laundry at the back of the building, so many flat owners make do with a washing machine in the kitchen or bathroom. In bungalows and Edwardian houses the laundry tends to sit in a rear lean-to or by the back door, and newer apartments generally use a European laundry in a hallway cupboard.
Laundry work in Elwood typically means fitting compact laundries into flat bathrooms or kitchens, creating European laundries behind joinery, rebuilding cramped lean-to laundries with better storage, and adding exhaust fans to manage damp near the coast. Most internal laundry work doesn’t need a planning permit from the City of Port Phillip, and in flats we work with your owners corporation on plumbing and access.
Elwood at a Glance
- Postcode
- Elwood VIC 3184
- Council
- City of Port Phillip
- From the CBD
- About 8 km south
- Typical Homes
- Art deco and interwar flats
- Californian bungalows
- Edwardian and Federation homes
- Apartments and townhouses
- Property Market
- Median house price$1,916,500
- Median unit price$647,000
- House rent$1,100 a week
- Unit rent$600 a week
Source: CoreLogic via Your Investment Property, prices to July 2026, rents to September 2026
Before You Start
Planning a Laundry in an Elwood Home
Flooding
Ground Floor Laundries in Flood Areas
In the parts of Elwood within the Special Building Overlay, a ground floor laundry is often the first room water reaches. Raising machines on a plinth, setting power points well above the floor and using tiles rather than timber or carpet all reduce damage. These choices are simple to include at the design stage and much harder to add later.
Structure
Lean-To Laundries in Bungalows
Elwood bungalows and Edwardian houses often have a laundry in a rear lean-to with a skillion roof, a timber floor and no insulation. These rooms can suffer from damp, rot near the floor and cracked brick. Rebuilding with a waterproofed floor, a floor waste and better ventilation gives a laundry that lasts.
Ventilation
Drying Clothes in Humid Air
Coastal humidity means washing dries slowly in Elwood, especially in winter. A heat pump dryer avoids adding moisture to the house, and an exhaust fan clears steam from the laundry. Where there is a yard, a covered drying area or a fold-down line near the laundry door helps on damp days.
Layout
A Laundry in the Flat Bathroom
In Elwood flats without their own laundry, the bathroom is often the best place for a washing machine. A benchtop over a front loader beside the vanity, or a stacked washer and dryer in a recess, can work if the room has a floor waste and waterproofing. We plan the room so the shower stays comfortable to use.
Storage
Under-Stair Laundries in Townhouses
Elwood’s newer townhouses often put the laundry in a hallway cupboard or under the stairs. Better shelving, a pull-out hamper and a benchtop over front loaders turn it into a working space. Under-stair laundries need careful ventilation and a waterproof floor, as there is little room for damp air to escape.
Get a Free Laundry Estimate in Elwood
Two quick steps. We’ll be in touch within one business day to arrange a visit to your Elwood home.
- 1Tell us about your project
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- 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.
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Your Laundry Renovations in Elwood
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 Elwood 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 Elwood
Elwood (3184) is about 8 km south of the Melbourne CBD, and well within our regular service area. We renovate laundries in Elwood and its neighbouring suburbs, with the same team, the same fixed pricing and the same attention to detail.
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Can I move the laundry out of the back lean-to in my Elwood bungalow?
Yes. Common options are a laundry cupboard in the kitchen or hallway, or a combined bathroom and laundry. The new spot needs water, waste and power, and if the lean-to is then demolished in a heritage overlay area, a planning permit may be needed. We check the City of Port Phillip controls before planning.
Does the flood overlay affect a laundry renovation in Elwood?
Changes inside an existing house are generally less affected by the Special Building Overlay, which covers parts of Elwood, than extensions or new buildings. If the laundry is part of an extension, a planning permit and Melbourne Water’s input may be needed. Either way, we check the overlay for your address and keep electrical fittings higher.
Can my Elwood flat have its own washing machine?
In most cases, if the owners corporation agrees and there is a suitable spot near existing plumbing, usually in the kitchen or bathroom. In older Elwood walk-ups we check the floor and the waste pipes first. We provide plans and compliance certificates for the owners corporation’s records.
Is it worth upgrading the laundry before selling my Elwood home?
A tired laundry rarely stops a sale on its own, but in an Elwood bungalow a damp lean-to with rotting boards can raise questions during a building inspection. Fixing leaks, ventilating properly and replacing worn cabinetry is usually enough. In flats, showing a clear spot for a washing machine helps buyers picture daily life.
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.