The cost of a renovation depends mainly on scope: whether the existing plumbing and walls stay where they are, the cabinetry and benchtop you choose, the tiling and wet-area work, and what's found once the old laundry is removed. Keeping services in place generally involves less work than reconfiguring the room. Simple updates start from around $5,000, and larger renovations typically cost $13,500 to $17,000.
That's why two laundries of the same size can be priced very differently, and why "how much does a renovation cost?" has no single answer. The better question is which parts of your laundry are driving the price.
An accurate figure for your own room comes from a site measure, which is where any professional laundry renovation in Geelong should start.
What decides the cost of a renovation
The biggest drivers of the cost are plumbing changes, cabinetry type, benchtop material, the extent of tiling and wet-area work, electrical changes, and the condition of what's behind the existing finishes.
| Cost driver | Why it changes the price | How to find out for your laundry |
|---|---|---|
| Plumbing position | Moving taps, waste or the trough adds plumbing work and can involve the floor | On-site check of waste route and floor type |
| Electrical | New power points, lighting or an exhaust fan need a licensed electrician | List every appliance and light you want |
| Cabinetry | Flat-pack, semi-custom and custom joinery differ in cost and in how closely they fit the room | Compare the same layout in two cabinetry types |
| Benchtop | Material and length set the price; cut-outs for a trough add work | Price the same length in two materials |
| Tiling and wet-area work | Floor area, splashback height and the level of water protection all add labour and materials | Confirm what the wet-area treatment includes |
| Demolition and disposal | Removing old cabinetry, tiles and fixtures takes time and tip fees | Ask whether removal is included |
| Hidden conditions | Water damage or problems behind old finishes are only visible once they're removed | Ask how the quote handles unknowns |
Laundry renovation cost in Geelong by scope
Simple updates in the existing layout start from around $5,000, smaller renovations are typically around $7,000, and larger renovations with new cabinetry, tiling and plumbing or layout changes typically cost $13,500 to $17,000. There's no fixed price, because it depends on what each job involves.
| Scope | Typical cost | What's typically involved | Trades usually needed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh | From around $5,000 | Cosmetic updates and minor fixture changes; existing layout kept | Installer, plumber to disconnect and reconnect, painter |
| Mid-range renovation | Around $7,000 and up | New cabinetry, benchtop, sink, flooring, lighting; plumbing kept in place where possible | Cabinetmaker, plumber, electrician, tiler |
| Full renovation or relocation | Typically $13,500 – $17,000 | Layout changes, relocated plumbing or drainage, more custom joinery | Plumber, electrician, tiler, cabinetmaker, possibly a builder |
That's why every laundry is priced after a site visit: the floor type, where the waste runs, the condition behind the old finishes and the joinery you choose all change the figure.
Plumbing and electrical: usually the biggest variable
Whether services move is often the single decision that changes the price most, because it affects the floor, walls, wet-area work and cabinetry at the same time.
In Victoria, plumbing must be done by a licensed plumber (or a registered plumber supervised by one), and a licensed plumber must issue a compliance certificate for plumbing work valued at $750 or more (Building and Plumbing Commission). Electrical work needs a licensed electrician. Both should appear as separate items in a detailed quote.
If you're weighing up a new layout, decide whether to move the plumbing before comparing quotes.
What a written quote should include in Victoria
A useful quote lists the scope item by item, states what's excluded, identifies who does each licensed task, and explains how unknowns are handled.
When you compare quotes from laundry renovators, line them up against the same scope. A lower price can simply mean something has been left out.
- Each part of the work: demolition, plumbing, electrical, wet-area treatment, tiling, cabinetry, benchtop, fit-off
- Materials and fixtures included, and anything you're supplying yourself
- Provisional sums or allowances, and what they cover
- Plumbing compliance certificate and electrical certificate
- Whether rubbish removal and cleaning are included
If the total is over $10,000, domestic building work in Victoria must be done by a registered builder, and contracts over $20,000 need Home Warranty insurance, which replaced domestic building insurance for contracts signed from 1 July 2026, before the builder can ask for payment (registered builders, Home Warranty insurance).
How to get an accurate figure for your laundry
An accurate figure needs someone to see the room: the floor type, the waste route, the condition of the walls and the power supply all affect the price, so any reno cost given without seeing the room is only a guess.
Before a site visit, it helps to have a list of the problems you want fixed, a rough idea of the machines you'll use, and any photos of laundries you like. If you'd like the room assessed and the scope priced properly, that's the first step in our Geelong laundry renovation services.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a laundry renovation cost in Australia?
It depends on the job. In Geelong, simple updates start from around $5,000 and larger renovations typically cost $13,500 to $17,000, so every job is quoted after a site visit.
What is the average cost to redo a laundry room?
There isn't a reliable average, because scope varies so much. A smaller renovation is typically around $7,000, while a larger one with new cabinetry and plumbing changes is typically $13,500 to $17,000.
How much do laundry cabinets cost?
It depends on the length of the run, full-height cupboards and whether it's flat-pack, semi-custom or custom joinery. Cabinetry is priced as part of your itemised quote.
Want a price for your own laundry?
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- Building and Plumbing Commission: engaging a builder
- Building and Plumbing Commission: domestic building and Home Warranty insurance
- Building and Plumbing Commission: plumbing insurance and compliance certificates
General information, not advice for a specific property. Requirements depend on the building, the work and the current NCC edition.