Laundry Renovations Kingsville
Kingsville Laundries,
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Stylish, practical laundry renovations in Kingsville and across Melbourne for over 20 years. Family-run, upfront quotes, zero hidden costs.
Your Kingsville Laundry, Done Properly
At Smarter Home Renovations, we’ve been delivering high-quality laundry renovations in Kingsville 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 Kingsville Homes
In Kingsville’s single-storey timber homes, the laundry is usually part of the rear lean-to, shares a room with the bathroom or sits in a small outbuilding beside the back door. Many have a concrete trough, old pipework and no exhaust fan, while newer townhouses built on subdivided lots tend to use a cupboard laundry in a hallway.
Laundry projects here usually involve bringing the laundry fully inside, combining it with a renovated bathroom, adding storage and bench space over front loaders, and fitting proper drainage and ventilation. Most internal laundry work doesn’t need a planning permit from the City of Maribyrnong, and our licensed plumbers and electricians provide compliance certificates for all service changes.
Kingsville at a Glance
- Postcode
- Kingsville VIC 3012
- Council
- City of Maribyrnong
- From the CBD
- About 7 km west
- Typical Homes
- Edwardian timber houses
- Post First World War Californian bungalows
- Single-storey homes on narrow lots
- Townhouses and units
- Property Market
- Median house price$1,078,000
- Median unit price$520,000
- House rent$740 a week
- Unit rent$435 a week
Source: CoreLogic via Your Investment Property, prices to July 2026, rents to September 2026
Before You Start
What to Plan For in a Kingsville Laundry
Layout
Sharing Space With the Bathroom
With limited room at the rear, many Kingsville homes combine the laundry and bathroom. Separating them with a sliding door, or setting the machines into a cupboard within the bathroom, keeps both rooms usable. Where the house is being extended, a separate laundry near the back door is often easier. We draw options so you can compare them on your own floor plan.
Plumbing
Old Pipes and Outdoor Gullies
Laundries in Kingsville houses built around the First World War may still have old galvanised or patched copper pipes, with waste water running to an outdoor gully. A renovation lets our licensed plumbers replace them, set correct falls to the drain and fit a floor waste where the floor construction allows. You receive a plumbing compliance certificate when the work is finished.
Outdoor
Drying on a Narrow Block
A Kingsville backyard is long rather than wide, so the clothesline often sits at the far end beside a shed. Placing the laundry door close to the line, or adding a covered drying spot by the back step, saves trips in wet weather. Inside, a hanging rail over the bench and a heat pump dryer help through a Melbourne winter.
Ventilation
Moisture in a Timber House
A dryer or washing machine in an unventilated lean-to adds a lot of moisture to a timber house, which can lead to mould, swollen linings and rotting window frames. A ducted exhaust fan, a condenser or heat pump dryer and a window that opens properly keep the room dry. We check where ducting can run before finalising the layout.
Storage
Cupboard Laundries in Townhouses
Newer Kingsville townhouses built on subdivided lots usually have a European laundry in a hallway or beside the kitchen. Stacking the washer and dryer, adding a slim trough and putting shelves above the machines makes the most of a narrow cupboard. Allow enough clearance at the doors for the machines to be pulled out later for servicing or replacement.
Get a Free Laundry Estimate in Kingsville
Two quick steps. We’ll be in touch within one business day to arrange a visit to your Kingsville 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 Kingsville
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 Kingsville 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.
Our Work Near Kingsville
Laundry Renovations In and Around Kingsville
Kingsville (3012) is about 7 km west of the Melbourne CBD, and well within our regular service area. We renovate laundries in Kingsville and its neighbouring suburbs, with the same team, the same fixed pricing and the same attention to detail.
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Can you move my Kingsville laundry out of the back shed?
Yes. Bringing an outside laundry into the house usually means using part of the lean-to, the bathroom or a new extension, plus new water, drainage and power. In most cases no planning permit is needed for internal work, but a building permit may apply if the structure changes. We check this as part of the quote.
Does a laundry renovation need council approval in Kingsville?
Internal laundry work generally doesn’t need a planning permit from the City of Maribyrnong. If the work adds a window or door, changes the outside of a house in the Queensville Estate heritage area, or alters the structure, approvals may be needed. All plumbing and electrical work is carried out by licensed trades with compliance certificates.
How long does a laundry renovation take in Kingsville?
A laundry on the same footprint is usually a shorter job than a bathroom, with most of the time spent on plumbing, tiling and cabinetry. Moving the laundry, replacing a rotten floor or rebuilding the lean-to adds time. We give you a written schedule, and you can usually keep using the rest of your Kingsville home while we work.
What does a rented Kingsville home need in the laundry?
Under Victoria’s rental minimum standards, a laundry, if the property has one, must be connected to hot and cold water. Beyond that, Kingsville landlords often find the trough cabinet is worn, the taps drip or the floor drain is blocked. Replacing those parts, adding an exhaust fan and checking the power points gives tenants a laundry that works without a major rebuild.
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.