Luxury Laundry Rooms & Relocation
Move the laundry to where you live. Make it beautiful.
Service Tiers
The Relocation
Moving laundry from a basement to a second-floor bedroom level.
- New plumbing and electrical routing
- Proper venting installation
- Emergency drain pan system
- Standard cabinetry
The Custom Utility
A fully designed laundry space with elevated aesthetics.
- Custom built-in cabinetry
- Quartz folding counters
- Deep utility sink
- Tile backsplash
- Drying racks and rods
The Ultimate Mud-Laundry
A massive combined space for laundry, pets, and gear.
- Dog wash station integration
- Custom mudroom lockers
- Premium stone surfaces
- Hidden ironing boards
- High-end lighting
Key Benefits
- Stop carrying heavy baskets up and down stairs
- Create a beautiful, organized space for a daily chore
- Gain massive storage for cleaning supplies and linens
- Improve home efficiency and daily workflow
- Combine multiple utility needs (pets, gear, laundry) into one zone
Our Process
Routing Assessment
Finding the best path for new plumbing, power, and venting.
Rough-in
Running new lines and installing critical floor drains for safety.
Drywall & Paint
Repairing access holes and prepping the new space.
Cabinetry & Counters
Installing custom storage and folding areas.
Appliance Hookup
Final connections and testing of washers and dryers.
Cost Guide
A laundry relocation or luxury remodel typically runs $8k to $25k or more. The base cost of moving laundry from the basement to a bedroom level is the new plumbing, venting, and a 240v line; from there, custom cabinetry, stone counters, and combined mud-laundry functions build the figure. The estimates below reflect what we commonly see across two-story Utah homes where the goal is to end the basket-hauling routine.
Distance of the relocation
Running new supply, drain, and vent lines a long way from existing plumbing stacks adds labor and drywall repair, often $2k–$6k.
Floor drain pan and leak protection
Upper-floor laundry needs a drain pan and leak-detection to prevent catastrophic water damage — a small cost that avoids a huge one.
Cabinetry and counters
Custom built-ins with quartz folding counters and a utility sink are the biggest discretionary driver, adding $4k–$9k.
Dryer venting path
A code-compliant rigid vent run to the exterior or roof, kept within length limits, can require carpentry and roofing work.
Combined mud-laundry scope
Folding in a dog wash, lockers, and gear storage expands the project into the top of the range but consolidates several utility needs.
Project Timeline
Routing assessment
3–5 daysFinding the best path for new plumbing, power, and dryer venting to the chosen location.
Rough-in
3–5 daysRunning new lines and installing the critical floor drain pan and leak protection.
Drywall & paint
3–5 daysRepairing access holes, prepping and painting the new space.
Cabinetry & counters
1–2 weeksInstalling custom storage, folding areas, and the utility sink.
Appliance hookup
1–2 daysFinal connections and testing of the washer, dryer, and drain.
Materials & Options
Recessed washer drain box
A recessed supply-and-drain box keeps hoses tidy behind the machine and improves the flush look of a finished laundry.
Stainless leak-detection pan
A drain pan piped to a floor drain protects the ceiling below from a burst hose — essential for any upper-floor laundry.
Quartz folding counter
A durable quartz surface over the machines gives a generous, wipeable folding station that anchors the room.
Deep utility sink
A deep basin handles hand-washing, soaking, and pretreating without splashing over the edge.
Rigid metal dryer venting
Smooth rigid duct meets Utah code for lint clearance and moves moist air out far more efficiently than flexible foil.
Permits in Utah
Relocating laundry involves plumbing, electrical, and often mechanical (venting) work, all of which require permits in Utah jurisdictions. Inspectors check the new drain and vent connections, the 240v circuit, the dryer vent length and material, and — importantly — the presence of a drain pan for above-grade installations. Moving a gas dryer line adds a gas inspection. We coordinate the plumbing and electrical permits, ensure the venting meets code, and schedule the rough-in and final inspections.
Maintenance
- Clean the dryer vent duct at least annually to prevent lint buildup and fire risk, especially on longer runs.
- Check the washer supply hoses each year and replace rubber hoses with braided stainless if they show wear.
- Confirm the drain pan is clear and its drain line flows freely so it can do its job in an overflow.
- Reseal the utility sink and counter seams periodically to guard against water intrusion.
- Test any leak-detection shutoff device on the schedule the manufacturer recommends.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Omitting the drain pan upstairs
A single burst supply hose on an upper floor can flood the entire home below; the pan and its drain are non-negotiable protection.
Running an over-length dryer vent
Vents that exceed code length or use flexible foil trap lint and moisture, killing dryer performance and creating a fire hazard.
Forgetting acoustic isolation
A washer's spin cycle transmits vibration and noise into adjacent bedrooms if the floor and walls aren't isolated.
Skimping on folding counter space
A cramped counter forces folding elsewhere in the house, undercutting the workflow benefit that justified the relocation.
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