Laundry Renovations South Yarra
South Yarra Laundries,
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Stylish, practical laundry renovations in South Yarra and across Melbourne for over 20 years. Family-run, upfront quotes, zero hidden costs.
Your South Yarra Laundry, Done Properly
At Smarter Home Renovations, we’ve been delivering high-quality laundry renovations in South Yarra 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 South Yarra Homes
In South Yarra’s terraces and period homes, the laundry is often in a rear wing, a cellar or a converted outbuilding, with old plumbing and little storage. The suburb’s many apartments usually have European laundries hidden in cupboards or bathrooms, and some older blocks of flats still rely on shared laundries on the ground floor.
That shapes most of our South Yarra laundry renovations: moving period home laundries closer to the living areas, creating European laundries in custom joinery, stacking appliances to save space, and improving ventilation to manage moisture in older buildings. Internal laundry work rarely needs a planning permit from either the City of Stonnington or the City of Melbourne, and every plumbing and electrical change is made by licensed trades with compliance certificates.
South Yarra at a Glance
- Postcode
- South Yarra VIC 3141
- Council
- City of Stonnington / City of Melbourne
- From the CBD
- About 3 km south-east
- Typical Homes
- Victorian terraces and villas
- Grand period homes
- Interwar flats
- Modern apartments
- Property Market
- Median house price$1,960,000
- Median unit price$515,000
- House rent$900 a week
- Unit rent$630 a week
Source: CoreLogic via Your Investment Property, prices to July 2026, rents to September 2026
Before You Start
Planning a Laundry Renovation in South Yarra
Plumbing
Adding a Laundry to a Flat
Some of South Yarra’s older blocks of flats were built with a shared laundry, so individual apartments have no washing machine connection. Adding one means finding a drain and water supply nearby, usually in the bathroom or kitchen, and getting owners corporation approval. We check what’s possible before you commit.
Layout
Laundries in Period Homes
In larger South Yarra period homes the laundry may be down a hallway in a rear wing or in an outbuilding. Moving it closer to the bedrooms or kitchen saves steps every day. Where the drains run decides what is practical, so our plumbers check this at the first visit.
Apartments
European Laundries in Joinery
In South Yarra apartments the laundry is usually a cupboard. A stacked washer and dryer, a slim tub, shelving and doors that match the surrounding joinery can make it work well. A heat pump dryer helps where there’s no external vent, which is common in apartments.
Ventilation
Ventilation in Older Buildings
Laundries in South Yarra’s period homes and interwar flats often have no window or only a small one, and moisture can damage old plaster. An exhaust fan ducted outside is the usual fix. In apartment buildings, a new vent through the external wall may need owners corporation approval.
Access
Getting Materials In
Terraces in South Yarra often have no side access, and many flats are walk-ups with no lift. We plan deliveries and rubbish removal through the house or stairwell, protect floors and common areas, and arrange parking near busy streets such as Toorak Road and Chapel Street.
Get a Free Laundry Estimate in South Yarra
Two quick steps. We’ll be in touch within one business day to arrange a visit to your South Yarra 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 South Yarra
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 South Yarra 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 South Yarra
South Yarra (3141) is about 3 km south-east of the Melbourne CBD, and well within our regular service area. We renovate laundries in South Yarra and its neighbouring suburbs, with the same team, the same fixed pricing and the same attention to detail.
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Can I add a washing machine to my South Yarra flat that uses a shared laundry?
Often, yes, if there is a drain and water supply nearby and the owners corporation approves. The usual spots are the bathroom, the kitchen or a hallway cupboard. We check the plumbing, the power supply and the building rules before quoting, so you know it can be done.
Do I need a permit for a laundry renovation in South Yarra?
Internal laundry work generally doesn’t need a planning permit from the City of Stonnington or the City of Melbourne. Apartments need owners corporation approval, and plumbing and electrical work is done by licensed trades and certified. If the work adds an external vent or door in a heritage area, we check with the relevant council.
Can a laundry be moved upstairs in my terrace?
Sometimes. In double-storey South Yarra terraces, an upstairs laundry near the bedrooms is handy, but it needs a drain path down through the house and careful waterproofing over timber floors and plaster ceilings. We assess the options at the first visit.
What’s the best dryer for an apartment laundry with no vent?
A heat pump dryer is usually the best choice for South Yarra apartments without external venting, as it doesn’t push moist air into the room the way a vented dryer does. Pairing it with an exhaust fan, where the building allows, keeps the laundry cupboard dry.
Is a laundry upgrade worth it before leasing a South Yarra property?
In many South Yarra terraces the laundry is squeezed into the back of the house or shares space with the bathroom, while some older flats rely on a shared building laundry. Tenants usually want their own machine space with a tap and drain. Adding a concealed laundry in a cupboard can make a terrace more practical without extending. In a flat, check owners corporation rules first, as new plumbing and venting may need approval.
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.