Laundry Room Renovation and Addition for GTA Homes 2026
A well-designed laundry room adds daily convenience and is a top-10 buyer preference in GTA resale surveys. Whether upgrading an existing space or adding laundry to a new floor, this guide covers everything you need to plan.
Best Laundry Room Locations
| Location | Pros | Cons |
|---|---|---|
| Main floor | Most convenient, minimal pipe runs | Requires dedicated space |
| Second floor | Near bedrooms, no laundry hauling | Requires drain stack extension, floor waterproofing |
| Basement | Traditional, good for large setups | Longest trip, less convenient |
| Laundry closet | Space-saving, stacked units | 32x32 ft minimum, limited storage |
Plumbing Requirements
- Hot and cold supply (3/4" main, 1/2" at machine)
- 2-inch standpipe and P-trap, minimum 18" above trap
- Proper venting (AAV or tie-in to stack)
- Flood stop automatic shutoff valves recommended ($150-300)
Electrical Requirements
- Electric dryer: dedicated 240V/30A (NEMA 14-30)
- Gas dryer: 120V/15A + gas line
- HE washer: dedicated 120V/20A
- GFCI within 1.5m of laundry tub
Dryer Exhaust Venting
- Must exhaust to exterior (rigid metal duct — never flexible foil)
- Maximum equivalent length: 7.5m (25 ft)
- Deduct 1.2m per 45-degree elbow, 2.4m per 90-degree elbow
- Clean annually — lint buildup is a fire hazard
Storage Design
- Folding counter above front-loaders at 25" depth
- Overhead cabinets at 42" from counter
- Hanging rod for air-dry items
- Built-in ironing board (space-saver)
Cost Guide
| Scope | Cost |
|---|---|
| Laundry closet (new) | $3,500-8,000 |
| Room renovation (existing space) | $5,000-15,000 |
| New second-floor addition | $12,000-30,000 |
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LF Builders designs and builds laundry rooms across the Greater Toronto Area. lfbuilders.ca