Laundry Renovations Kingsbury
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Stylish, practical laundry renovations in Kingsbury and across Melbourne for over 20 years. Family-run, upfront quotes, zero hidden costs.
Your Kingsbury Laundry, Done Properly
At Smarter Home Renovations, we’ve been delivering high-quality laundry renovations in Kingsbury 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 Kingsbury Homes
In Kingsbury’s late 1950s and 1960s houses the laundry is usually a small room at the back, sometimes in a lean-to or off the kitchen, with a concrete or stainless trough and a door straight out to the clothesline. Units commonly have a hallway cupboard laundry. Most have little storage beyond a single shelf above the washing machine.
Common laundry projects here include replacing the old trough and pipes, fitting a benchtop over front-loading machines, adding overhead and broom cupboards, and reorganising cupboard laundries in units so a dryer can fit. Internal laundry work generally needs no planning permit from Darebin City Council, and plumbing and electrical work is carried out and certified by licensed trades.
Kingsbury at a Glance
- Postcode
- Kingsbury VIC 3083
- Council
- Darebin City Council
- From the CBD
- About 13 km north-east
- Typical Homes
- Late 1950s and 1960s brick veneer homes
- Postwar weatherboard houses
- Units on subdivided blocks
- Newer townhouses near Plenty Road
- Property Market
- Median house price$863,250
- Median unit price$580,000
- House rent$550 a week
- Unit rent$492 a week
Source: CoreLogic via Your Investment Property, prices to July 2026, rents to September 2026
Before You Start
Before You Update a Laundry in Kingsbury
Structure
Lean-To Laundries
Some Kingsbury laundries sit in a lean-to added at the back of the house, with a skillion roof, thin walls and a floor that may be a slab poured lower than the house. These rooms can be cold, damp and poorly sealed. We check the roof, framing and floor level before deciding whether to upgrade the room or rebuild it.
Asbestos
Sheeting in Older Laundries
Laundries and lean-tos in Kingsbury homes built before 1990 commonly have fibre cement sheeting on walls or eaves, and some of it may contain asbestos. It needs testing before anyone cuts or removes it, and larger amounts must go to a licensed removalist. We build the test into our planning so demolition is not held up.
Drainage
Floor Waste and the Trough
Older Kingsbury laundries often have the trough draining to an outside gully with no floor waste inside, so an overflowing machine runs straight across the floor. Where the floor allows, a new floor waste and a properly sealed floor reduce that risk. Our licensed plumbers check the existing drainage and issue a compliance certificate.
Apartments
Cupboard Laundries in Units
Hallway cupboard laundries in Kingsbury units are often too shallow for a front loader and dryer side by side. Stacking the machines, fitting a slim tub and adding a shelf for detergent can make one work, and vented bifold doors help moisture escape. If an owners corporation is involved, we check its rules before changing plumbing.
Outdoor
Door to the Clothesline
The back door from many Kingsbury laundries leads straight to the clothesline and yard, and it is often an old, poorly sealed timber door. A new door with glazing, weather seals and a small covered landing makes the trip outside easier on wet days. We plan the step down and any path to the line at the same time.
Get a Free Laundry Estimate in Kingsbury
Two quick steps. We’ll be in touch within one business day to arrange a visit to your Kingsbury 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 Kingsbury
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 Kingsbury 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 Kingsbury
Kingsbury (3083) is about 13 km north-east of the Melbourne CBD, and well within our regular service area. We renovate laundries in Kingsbury and its neighbouring suburbs, with the same team, the same fixed pricing and the same attention to detail.
Laundry Renovations MelbourneCan my Kingsbury laundry be moved inside the house?
Often. During a kitchen or bathroom renovation, the laundry can move from a back lean-to into a cupboard laundry in the hall or beside the bathroom, freeing the old space for storage or a mudroom. A stumped timber floor usually makes new drainage easier to run than a slab. We check the floor and the sewer route first.
Do I need a permit for a laundry renovation in Kingsbury?
Updating an existing internal laundry generally needs no planning permit from Darebin City Council. Rebuilding a lean-to, changing its roof or adding to the back of the house may need a building permit. All plumbing and electrical work is carried out by licensed trades, and we provide the compliance certificates when the job is done.
How long will a Kingsbury laundry renovation take?
Usually one to two weeks once the cabinetry is made, and longer if a lean-to is rebuilt or asbestos needs removing. We disconnect the washing machine only when we have to and reconnect it as soon as the plumbing is finished. In units with a cupboard laundry, the work is often shorter.
Do we need to update the laundry before leasing our Kingsbury property?
Tenants looking near La Trobe University and the Plenty Road tram often compare several older properties, and a laundry with a rusted trough, a dripping tap or a cold, damp lean-to gets noticed. Fixing leaks, replacing the trough and taps, adding a power point for a dryer and sealing gaps can be enough. A full fit-out suits owners keeping the home long term.
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.