Laundry Renovations Gowanbrae
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Stylish, practical laundry renovations in Gowanbrae and across Melbourne for over 20 years. Family-run, upfront quotes, zero hidden costs.
Your Gowanbrae Laundry, Done Properly
At Smarter Home Renovations, we’ve been delivering high-quality laundry renovations in Gowanbrae 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 Gowanbrae Homes
Gowanbrae’s homes usually have a dedicated laundry near the garage or kitchen, often with a single trough, limited overhead cupboards and space for one appliance. In double-storey homes the laundry can be a long walk from the bedrooms, and in townhouses it is often just a cupboard off the hallway or kitchen.
Typical laundry projects here include adding full-length benches and tall storage, stacking or integrating the washer and dryer, creating a mudroom zone between the garage and house, and improving lighting and ventilation. Merri-bek City Council rarely needs to approve internal laundry work, so the focus is on licensed plumbing and electrics, and on owners corporation approval for townhouses.
Gowanbrae at a Glance
- Postcode
- Gowanbrae VIC 3043
- Council
- Merri-bek City Council
- From the CBD
- About 13 km north-west
- Typical Homes
- Late 1990s and 2000s brick family homes
- Double-storey houses
- Townhouses
- Homes on sloping blocks
- Property Market
- Median house price$1,000,000
- House rent$655 a week
Source: CoreLogic via Your Investment Property, prices to July 2026, rents to September 2026
Before You Start
Planning a Laundry in Gowanbrae
Storage
A Mudroom From the Garage
Many Gowanbrae homes have an internal door from the double garage that opens near the laundry. Adding bench seating, hooks, shoe storage and a tall cupboard turns that path into a mudroom where school bags and sports gear are dropped. We plan it so the laundry keeps enough bench space for folding and sorting.
Layout
A Second Laundry Upstairs
In Gowanbrae’s double-storey homes, carrying baskets up and down the stairs is a daily chore. Some owners add a stacked washer and dryer in an upstairs cupboard near the bedrooms. That depends on drainage, a waterproofed floor with a safe tray and suitable power. We check what is practical in your floor plan before suggesting it.
Design
Integrated Appliances
Many original Gowanbrae laundries have the washing machine standing beside the trough with an open gap above. Building the washer and dryer into cabinetry under a bench, or stacking them in a tall unit, frees up a long benchtop for folding. We confirm appliance sizes, door swings and venting before the cabinetry is made.
Ventilation
Internal Laundries Without Windows
Laundries in the middle of Gowanbrae’s larger homes often have no window at all. An exhaust fan ducted outside and a heat pump or condenser dryer stop moisture building up on walls and spreading into the adjoining rooms. We plan the fan’s duct run through the ceiling and its switching before the cabinetry goes in.
Apartments
Townhouse Laundry Cupboards
Gowanbrae townhouses often have a laundry behind doors in a hallway or beside the kitchen. A slim trough, stacked machines and shelving can make it far more usable. If the townhouse is part of an owners corporation, plumbing changes that affect shared services may need approval, which we help you arrange with the drawings it needs.
Get a Free Laundry Estimate in Gowanbrae
Two quick steps. We’ll be in touch within one business day to arrange a visit to your Gowanbrae 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 Gowanbrae
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 Gowanbrae 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 Gowanbrae
Gowanbrae (3043) is about 13 km north-west of the Melbourne CBD, and well within our regular service area. We renovate laundries in Gowanbrae and its neighbouring suburbs, with the same team, the same fixed pricing and the same attention to detail.
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Does a laundry renovation in Gowanbrae need council approval?
Generally not a planning permit from Merri-bek City Council for internal work. A building permit may be needed if walls move or the structure changes. Licensed plumbers and electricians carry out the services and issue compliance certificates. For a townhouse, check whether your owners corporation needs to approve any changes.
Can the laundry be moved closer to the bedrooms?
Sometimes. In a double-storey Gowanbrae home, a stacked washer and dryer in an upstairs cupboard is possible if drainage can connect and the floor is waterproofed with a safe tray. Moving the main laundry is a larger job. We look at your floor plan and plumbing before suggesting the best option.
What benchtop works best in a laundry?
Laminate is durable and easy to clean, while porcelain or natural stone suits a laundry designed to match the kitchen. Many Gowanbrae laundries have room for a continuous bench over front-loading machines, which gives far more folding space. We help you choose based on how the room is used and your budget.
Is updating the laundry worthwhile before leasing my Gowanbrae home?
Under Victoria’s rental minimum standards, a laundry, where there is one, must be connected to hot and cold water. Tenants in Gowanbrae’s family homes also expect room for both machines and somewhere to fold. Fixing leaks, replacing a rusted trough, adding a bench and cupboards and checking the exhaust fan are usually more useful than a full renovation.
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.