Laundry Renovations Ivanhoe
Ivanhoe Laundries,
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Stylish, practical laundry renovations in Ivanhoe and across Melbourne for over 20 years. Family-run, upfront quotes, zero hidden costs.
Your Ivanhoe Laundry, Done Properly
At Smarter Home Renovations, we’ve been delivering high-quality laundry renovations in Ivanhoe 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 Ivanhoe Homes
In Ivanhoe’s period homes and bungalows, the laundry usually sits at the very back of the house, in a lean-to or an enclosed back porch, sometimes sharing space with a second toilet. On sloping blocks it can end up in the garage or under the house. Newer townhouses tend to have a compact laundry tucked behind sliding doors near the kitchen.
Common Ivanhoe laundry projects include bringing a draughty lean-to laundry inside the insulated part of the house, combining it with a mudroom near the back door, building full-height cabinetry around stacked appliances, and replacing old troughs and pipework. Most internal laundry work doesn’t need a planning permit from Banyule City Council; plumbing and electrical changes are always done by licensed trades, and we work with the owners corporation in strata townhouses.
Ivanhoe at a Glance
- Postcode
- Ivanhoe VIC 3079
- Council
- Banyule City Council
- From the CBD
- About 9 km north-east
- Typical Homes
- Edwardian and Federation villas
- Californian bungalows
- Interwar brick and Spanish Mission homes
- Townhouses and apartments near Upper Heidelberg Road
- Property Market
- Median house price$1,884,500
- Median unit price$777,500
- House rent$798 a week
- Unit rent$625 a week
Source: CoreLogic via Your Investment Property, prices to July 2026, rents to September 2026
Before You Start
Planning a Laundry Renovation in Ivanhoe
Insulation
Enclosed Back Porches
In many Ivanhoe homes the laundry is a back porch that was closed in with weatherboards or fibro sheet decades ago. These rooms are often uninsulated, with single glazing and a draughty door. Lining and insulating the walls and ceiling, and sealing the floor, makes the room usable all year and stops it drawing cold air into the house.
Layout
Laundry and Mudroom Together
Ivanhoe families often come in through the back door from the garden or the car. Combining the laundry with a mudroom, with hooks, a bench seat, shoe storage and a sink for muddy hands, makes the most of a long, narrow rear room. We plan the layout around the door, the trough and the space needed for the machines.
Plumbing
Old Pipes Under the Floor
Laundries in older Ivanhoe homes often have galvanised or copper pipes running under the timber floor, sometimes with a trough draining to an old gully outside. A renovation is a good time to replace these, fit new isolation taps and bring the waste connection up to current rules. Our licensed plumbers issue a compliance certificate for the work.
Access
Garage and Under-House Laundries
On Ivanhoe blocks that drop away at the back, the laundry may be in the garage or under the house, down a flight of steps. Moving it up to the main floor, near the bedrooms, is often possible by using part of a hallway, bathroom or robe. We check where water and waste can run before suggesting a new spot.
Apartments
Strata Townhouse Laundries
Townhouses in Ivanhoe usually have a laundry in a cupboard or a small room beside the kitchen. Replacing it can involve shared walls and an owners corporation with rules on noise, work hours and plumbing changes. We seek the approvals needed and plan a tidy European laundry or cupboard fit-out that suits the space.
Get a Free Laundry Estimate in Ivanhoe
Two quick steps. We’ll be in touch within one business day to arrange a visit to your Ivanhoe 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 Ivanhoe
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 Ivanhoe 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 Ivanhoe
Ivanhoe (3079) is about 9 km north-east of the Melbourne CBD, and well within our regular service area. We renovate laundries in Ivanhoe and its neighbouring suburbs, with the same team, the same fixed pricing and the same attention to detail.
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Can a lean-to laundry be rebuilt in an Ivanhoe heritage precinct?
Usually, yes. Rear lean-tos are often not visible from the street, and Ivanhoe’s Heritage Overlay controls focus on what the public can see. A rebuild that changes the roof, walls or footprint may still need a planning permit as well as a building permit, so we check the overlay for your property with Banyule City Council.
Can I move my laundry inside from the back porch?
Often you can. In Ivanhoe’s period homes, space can come from a large bathroom, a hallway cupboard or part of the kitchen. The main limits are where the waste can drain and whether the floor structure suits a wet area. We look at the subfloor and suggest locations that work for your house.
What storage works best in a narrow Ivanhoe laundry?
In the long, narrow back rooms common in Ivanhoe homes, a single run of benchtop over front-loading machines, with tall cupboards at one end and a hanging rail above, usually works well. Stacking the washer and dryer frees bench space if the room is short. Pull-out baskets and a fold-down drying rack also help.
Should the laundry be renovated before I sell my Ivanhoe home?
In Ivanhoe’s older homes, a cold back-porch laundry with worn lino and an old trough is a common sight at inspections. Buyers notice it, but they rarely expect a showpiece. Fixing leaks, adding storage, fitting a new trough and good lighting may be enough. If the floor or walls are rotting, repairing them first stops the room being flagged in a building inspection report.
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.