Laundry Renovations Flemington
Flemington Laundries,
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Stylish, practical laundry renovations in Flemington and across Melbourne for over 20 years. Family-run, upfront quotes, zero hidden costs.
Your Flemington Laundry, Done Properly
At Smarter Home Renovations, we’ve been delivering high-quality laundry renovations in Flemington 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 Flemington Homes
Flemington’s cottages and terraces rarely have a dedicated laundry. It is usually combined with the bathroom, squeezed into a cupboard in the lean-to or set up in a small outbuilding in the courtyard. Apartments and townhouses near Racecourse Road and Mount Alexander Road usually have a cupboard or European laundry.
Common laundry projects here are compact European laundries behind doors, separating laundry and bathroom spaces, stacking appliances and adding shelving in tight rooms, and fitting ventilation to protect old brick and timber walls from damp. Internal laundry work in Flemington rarely needs a planning permit from either the City of Moonee Valley or the City of Melbourne, and every plumbing and electrical change is made by licensed trades with compliance certificates.
Flemington at a Glance
- Postcode
- Flemington VIC 3031
- Council
- City of Moonee Valley and City of Melbourne
- From the CBD
- About 5 km north-west
- Typical Homes
- Victorian weatherboard cottages
- Single and double storey brick terraces
- Edwardian homes
- Apartments and townhouses
- Property Market
- Median house price$1,150,000
- Median unit price$530,000
- House rent$685 a week
- Unit rent$530 a week
Source: CoreLogic via Your Investment Property, prices to July 2026, rents to September 2026
Before You Start
Before You Renovate a Laundry in Flemington
Storage
A Laundry Behind Doors
Where a Flemington home has no spare room, a European laundry in a hallway or kitchen cupboard can hold a washer, a dryer above it, a small trough and a shelf for detergents. The cupboard needs a waterproof base, a floor waste where possible and doors that close over the appliances, so it looks like joinery when not in use.
Outdoor
The Old Laundry in the Courtyard
Some Flemington cottages still have a laundry in a small brick or timber outbuilding across the courtyard. It may be worth keeping as storage or a workshop, but carrying washing outside in winter soon gets tiresome. Bringing the laundry inside usually means new water, waste and power runs, which we plan alongside any kitchen or bathroom changes.
Ventilation
Damp in Old Brick Walls
Steam from a dryer in a closed room can soak into the soft bricks and lime mortar of Flemington terraces, causing peeling paint and mould. A heat pump or vented dryer and an exhaust fan ducted outside keep moisture out of the walls. We also look for rising damp at the base of the walls before relining them.
Plumbing
Old Pipes and Drains
Flemington homes may still have old galvanised water pipes or earthenware drains under the lean-to. Moving a trough or washing machine is a good time to check them, as tree roots and cracked joints are common in older drains. Our licensed plumbers replace what is needed and issue a plumbing compliance certificate when the work is finished.
Apartments
Apartment Laundry Limits
Laundries in Flemington’s apartment buildings are often a cupboard with no outside wall, so a condenser or heat pump dryer suits better than a vented one. Changes to plumbing or the floor waste may need owners corporation approval, and building rules can limit noisy work hours. We prepare the details the committee needs and work within its rules.
Get a Free Laundry Estimate in Flemington
Two quick steps. We’ll be in touch within one business day to arrange a visit to your Flemington 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 Flemington
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 Flemington 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 Flemington
Flemington (3031) is about 5 km north-west of the Melbourne CBD, and well within our regular service area. We renovate laundries in Flemington and its neighbouring suburbs, with the same team, the same fixed pricing and the same attention to detail.
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Can the laundry move out of my Flemington bathroom?
Usually, yes. In many Flemington cottages the washing machine sits in the bathroom simply because there was nowhere else for it. A cupboard laundry in the hallway or a new rear extension can take it, with fresh water and drainage connections. We check the drain falls under the floor so the new position drains properly.
Do I need a permit to renovate a laundry in Flemington?
An internal laundry generally needs no planning permit, even in the parts of Flemington with heritage controls, because these mostly apply to the outside of the house. A new external door, window or outbuilding may be different. Plumbing and electrical work must be done by licensed trades, and we provide the compliance certificates when it is finished.
Will a stacked washer and dryer fit in my Flemington cupboard?
In many cases a front-loading washer with a dryer stacked above it on a kit will fit, but depth, the door swing and the height of an old ceiling all matter. We measure the space in your Flemington home, check the floor is level and strong enough, and allow room behind the machines for the taps and waste.
We are leasing out our Flemington house. What should the laundry have?
If a rented Flemington home has a laundry, Victoria’s rental minimum standards require it to have hot and cold water connected. In a Flemington cottage where the laundry shares the bathroom, fixing leaking taps, replacing a cracked trough and fitting an exhaust fan are often enough before a lease or sale. Moving the laundry is a bigger job best done when you plan other work.
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.