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Key takeaways
When installing a new faucet, the main cost factor is the purchase price of the faucet itself
Kitchen, bathroom, and bathtub faucets all come with different features and price points
A plumber usually charges by the hour for installation
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.Â
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?Â
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:
Mounting style: There are generally two types of kitchen sink faucet—deck mount (attaches to countertop or sits on the sink) or wall mount. Â
Number of holes in the sink or counter needed for installation: 1 hole, 2 holes, 3 holes, or 4 holes.
Spray nozzle style: Standard (fixed nozzle), pulldown (attached to an extendable tube pulled downward from the spout, usually on taller gooseneck faucets), or pullout faucet (attached to an extendable tube pulled outward from the spout)
Intended location or function: Choices include a standard kitchen faucet, a bar or prep faucet (which is smaller), or a pot filler (installed above the stove, with an arm that swings outward to fill a pot with water).
Materials and finishes: Polished chrome, brushed nickel, stainless steel, black, white, or bronze. Oil-rubbed bronze faucets, which are chemically darkened to look like aged bronze, tend to run at the higher end of the overall price range, up to $600.
High-end kitchen faucets—such as those offered by Kohler, Moen, Delta, and other popular brands—may have special features, including:Â
Advanced spray makes it easy to switch between a solid stream and a wider spray pattern.
Touch activation turns the faucet on and off by touching it anywhere on the surface.
Touchless activation starts water flow with built-in motion sensors.
An LED work light fits in the nozzle and lights up the water, sometimes changing color according to temperature.
Soap and/or lotion dispensers, which usually come in a finish that matches the faucet’s.
Fingerprint/spot-resistant finishes keep the faucet and handles looking clean.
Smart faucets allow you to turn water on and off, and control stream level and temperature, through a phone app or smart speaker. Voice-controlled faucets are currently available in the $700–800 range.
Lavatory faucets are available in a number of different types, configurations, materials, and finishes. The overall range for common bathroom faucets is $50–600.Â
Here’s what you’ll typically pay for different types:
Standard, single- and double-handle bathroom faucets: $100–200.
Single-hole-mounted faucets: $100–300.Â
4-inch center-set and 8-inch widespread faucets: $100–500, with most choices in the $100–300 range.Â
Wall-mount faucets or vessel-filler faucets (designed for a vessel sink, which sits on the countertop): $100–800, with most choices in the $100–300 range.Â
Touchless bathroom lavatory faucets, activated by a motion sensor: $100–300.
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.Â
Bathroom tub and shower faucets come in a variety of configurations, which often include the following:
Faucet valves
1 or 2 handles
Tub-filler spout
Shower head
Diverter valve for switching output between the tub filler spout and shower head Â
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.Â
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:
Compatibility problems. Your new faucet’s configuration should be compatible with the number and spacing of holes in the sink or countertop where it will be installed. Otherwise, a new sink or counter alterations may be necessary.
Ease of removal. When an old faucet is being replaced, you’ll pay more for a plumber’s labor if the supply lines and connectors need repairs.
Alterations to walls, counters, or cabinets. If any of these are required, you’ll need the skilled labor of a carpenter, counter installer, or general contractor. The cost is generally $60–120 per hour, plus materials.
If you’re installing a new faucet on a budget, consider doing the following:
Buy the faucet and plumbing fixtures yourself. Some installers mark up costs 25–100% to cover overhead for pickup and delivery. Homeowners can often find lower prices, especially during sales.
Check for compatibility. If the new faucet replaces an existing one, select a type of faucet that matches the configuration of the sink exactly.
Go for quality where it counts. To delay the need for future repairs, invest in a more durable faucet with all-brass internal construction and ceramic valves.Â
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.Â
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.Â
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