Updated October 2026 · Indicative Perth metro prices, GST included
What a laundry renovation costs in Perth
Ranges assume the same layout, licensed trades and GST included, before a buffer for surprises. Washing machines and dryers are not included.
| Budget | Mid-range | Premium | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laundry, same layout | $4k to $8k | $8k to $14k | $15k to $37k |
A cupboard or European laundry sits at the lower end. A separate room with full tiling and custom joinery sits higher. Relocating the laundry adds plumbing, drainage and electrical work.
An example mid-range laundry, line by line
| Item | Who | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Strip-out and skip bin | DIY possible | $900 |
| Plumbing | Licensed trade | $1,800 |
| Electrical | Licensed trade | $700 |
| Waterproofing | Trade | $600 |
| Tiling | DIY possible | $2,400 |
| Cabinetry and benchtop | Supply | $3,200 |
| Tub and tapware | Supply | $800 |
| Paint and fit-off | DIY possible | $600 |
| Indicative total | $11,000 |
What moves the price most
- Type of laundry. A cupboard laundry needs far less tiling and joinery than a full room.
- Relocating it. Moving a laundry means new water, waste and power, and sometimes a new floor waste.
- Joinery. Basic cabinets, custom joinery and open shelving are very different prices.
- Waterproofing and tiling. Laundries are wet areas, so waterproofing rules apply.
Costs people forget
- A floor waste, if the room doesn't already have one
- Extra power points for a dryer or heat-pump dryer
- Ventilation, especially for an internal laundry
- Skip bin and disposal of old cabinets and tub
WA rules worth knowing
- For home building contracts of $7,500 to $500,000, the deposit can't be more than 6.5% of the contract price, and the contract must be in writing. More on WA deposits.
- If the work needs a building permit and is worth more than $20,000, it must be done by a registered builder (or an approved owner-builder), and home indemnity insurance applies.
- Electrical, gas and plumbing work must be done by licensed trades, who should give you compliance certificates.
General information only. Confirm current rules with Building and Energy (WA Government) or a lawyer.
Common questions
How much does a laundry renovation cost in Perth?
Most mid-range laundries cost $8,000 to $14,000 with licensed trades and the same layout. Budget refreshes start around $4,000 and premium laundries run $15,000 to $37,000.
Is a European laundry cheaper?
Usually yes, because there is less tiling, waterproofing and joinery. Check that the cupboard has enough ventilation and a floor waste where needed.
Which parts can I do myself?
Demolition, painting and sometimes tiling are common DIY jobs. Plumbing and electrical work must be done by licensed trades.
Does moving the laundry cost much more?
Relocating a laundry adds new plumbing, drainage and electrical work and often pushes the job into the higher end of the range.
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