How much does Faucet installation cost?

If a faucet is leaking or damaged from years of hard use, there’s no question that it’s time to install a new one. But with the wide variety of styles and features available today, you may decide to replace an existing faucet anyway. 

Wouldn’t it be nice to have, say, a modern single-handle gooseneck kitchen faucet, with a pull-down spout that allows you to clean a spaghetti pot with ease? Or a touchless bathroom faucet, which turns the water flow on with a wave of your hand? 

In this guide, you’ll learn about the typical cost to purchase and install a new faucet for your kitchen sink, bathroom sink, or bathtub and shower.

The national average cost for installing a new faucet is about $195. But the cost of a specific faucet job can range from $100 to more than $1,000, depending on faucet price, labor cost for installation, and whether or not existing plumbing supply lines need to be altered.

In most cases, the price of a new faucet has the greatest impact on total cost. Here’s what you’ll pay for different kinds, followed by labor costs for installation.

Overall, most new kitchen faucets range in price from $50–1,000. You’ll usually pay $100–250 for the major types, which are defined by the following:

High-end kitchen faucets—such as those offered by Kohler, Moen, Delta, and other popular brands—may have special features, including: 

Lavatory faucets are available in a number of different types, configurations, materials, and finishes. The overall range for common bathroom faucets is $50–600. 

Here’s what you’ll typically pay for different types:

Among material and finish options for bathroom faucets, prices for chrome, nickel, white, and black are typically similar. But as with kitchen faucets, bronze styles are priced at the higher end of the range. 

Bathroom tub and shower faucets come in a variety of configurations, which often include the following:

Complete sets range in price from $50–900, but not every installation requires all of those components. For a stall shower without a bathtub, you may need only the valve, handles and shower head. 

If existing valves are in good shape and you’re planning only a cosmetic makeover, all you may need are matching handles, spout, and shower head. For tub/shower setups, you’ll find good choices in the $100–200 range.

In addition to faucet price, total cost of faucet installation includes hiring a plumber, at an average hourly rate of $60–120. A simple, straightforward installation, regardless of the faucet type, takes 1 hour or less. If the existing plumbing needs alteration, the job could take up to 4 hours.

Installation costs for a smart faucet might include electrical parts and the labor of a licensed electrician (at $100–250), because an unswitched electrical outlet below the sink is required.

Certain conditions can make faucet installation more expensive, because the project will require extra time and skill:

If you’re installing a new faucet on a budget, consider doing the following:

How much does it cost to install a faucet?

Bathroom or kitchen faucet installation costs depend on the price of the faucet itself, plus the installer’s charge for other parts and labor. The most popular kitchen- or bathroom-sink faucets range in price from $100–250. A typical, straightforward faucet installation takes a professional plumber 1 hour or less. You’ll pay up to $120 per hour for plumbing work in large cities; plumbers in rural and suburban areas tend to charge about $60–90 per hour.

How much does a plumber charge to install a bathroom faucet?

Most bathroom-sink faucets cost $100–200. Tub and shower faucets, which can include valves, handles, and a shower head, can cost $100–900. Plumbers charge about $60–120 per hour, and installation will typically take 1–4 hours. 

Can a handyperson install a faucet?

It depends on their experience and skill level. Your best bet for faucet replacement would be a licensed plumber, especially if the installation requires altering water supply lines. Depending on the extent of alterations and repairs needed, a plumber’s license may be legally required for your project. 

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