How Much Does Faucet Installation And Replacement Cost In 2024? (2024)

Installing a new faucet or replacing an existing faucet can vary significantly in cost depending on the type of faucet and the room you’re installing it in. Below, we’ve broken down the average cost by room and by types of faucet so you can best estimate your overall costs for this project.

By Room

Kitchen

Two common types of faucets can be found in the kitchen, with a few varieties of each. The standard kitchen sink faucet, sometimes called a “low-arc faucet” can cost as little as $25, but most homeowners know how useless these are for dishwashing, filling large pots or pitchers and even washing hands.

High-arch faucets offer a raised, gooseneck shape, which makes filling pots and dishwashing easier. These cost between $50 and $2,500 depending on the material quality and design. Pull-out or pull-down faucets offer a detachable spray hose which can be pulled out to make filling pitchers or spraying down dishes easier. Pull-out faucets run $35 to $2,000.

Homes with larger sinks or larger kitchens may also install a pot filler, a faucet specifically designed to make filling pots or large pitchers easier and separate from hand and dishwashing. Some homes have these toward the side of a large kitchen sink while others actually feature their own distinct sink. Pot fillers are often near the stove and will cost between $100 and $1,500, with an average of around $250.

Bathroom

Many bathrooms feature three faucets (not including the toilet): the sink, the bathtub and the showerhead. A new bathroom sink is usually one of the most affordable faucets to replace in the bathroom costing between $25 and $250, with luxury material faucets costing up to $2,500. If you also have to replace other parts of the sink’s plumbing, such as the drain pipe, your costs may be much higher.

A new bathtub faucet can cost between $35 and $3,500 and a new shower faucet and shower head averages between $25 and $3,000. Luxury showerheads with numerous spray settings and features may cost up to $6,500.

Outdoor

Many houses with yards feature an outdoor faucet as well. A hose bib, also commonly called a spigot, is the outdoor faucet which you hook a garden hose to. A hose bib averages between $100 to $500 to replace. In areas that freeze, these may need to be higher quality, “frost-proof” spigots.

Utility Room/Laundry Room/Mud Room

Finally, many homes feature an additional faucet in a utility room, laundry room and/or mud room to help with the more industrial parts of cleaning that you don’t want to do in your kitchen or bathroom sinks. Washing pets, cleaning mud off of boots or soaking clothes may all be done with a laundry sink or utility faucet. These faucets are usually quite cheap, as they don’t have to “look good” in the same way a kitchen or bathroom faucet might. Expect to pay between $25 and $200 to install one.

A number of factors will affect the cost of a faucet beyond the location and type of faucet, but none as important as the style you choose.

Faucet Style

The faucet style can include both its functional style, but also its quality and the type of materials it’s made of.

Kitchen Faucets

• Single-handle faucets use one lever to control both temperature by moving left and right and pressure by moving up and down. This style costs between $25 and $1,000.
• Dual-handle faucets use separate handles for hot and cold water. Pressure is controlled by how far you twist the handle. These average between $35 and $1,000.
• Pull-down faucets come with a faucet head that can pull down from the main spout of either a single- or dual-handle faucet, allowing easier dishwashing and sink cleaning. Pull-down faucets will run you $35 to $1,700.
• Pull-out faucets are similar to a pull-down, except they can be fully pulled out from the faucets and maneuvered around your sink to make filling pitchers and pots easier. These will cost $50 to $1,300.
• Touch faucets use capacitive sensing to detect the subtle change in electrical charge caused by the static on a human hand. These faucets are much more expensive and usually still feature a traditional handle. They are convenient because they can be turned on and off with dirty hands. Expect to pay $500 to $2,500 for one.

Bathroom Faucets

Bathroom faucets are usually either single-handle or double-handle, but offer a variety of decorative designs to fit any bathroom design or budget.

• Knob style faucets use two cylindrical knobs, one to control hot and one to control cold. These will cost $35 to $150 on average.
• Lever style faucets use a lever, much like a single-handle kitchen faucet, to control temperature and pressure via side to side and up and down motions respectively. These will cost $50 to $150 on average.
• Cross style faucets are a great choice for a classier and more timeless look. These two knobs are shaped like crosses and exhibit a sense of elegance and luxury. Expect to pay $150 to $250, on average.
• Push button faucets are a rarer choice in residential settings, but are quite popular in commercial properties due to their “automatic off” which is seen as more sanitary. These will cost an average of $200 to $400.
• Joystick style faucets use a ball joint to allow smooth motion in any direction much like a video game console. These expensive faucets will cost you $400 to $600.

Features

Not only can the style of faucet affect the price, but higher end faucets may also come with special features that can add significant costs. Built-in filtration systems, lighting for touch-sensing or touchless technologies which can add an average of $100 to $1,000 to your total price.

Material Prices

The materials your faucet is made out of can also greatly affect the overall cost. Though most faucets are made out of either brass or stainless steel, they usually come in a variety of finishes including stainless steel, brushed nickel, copper, chrome, black, gold and bronze. While a chrome finish faucet will cost $40 on average, expect to pay around $180 for a copper-finish faucet.

Permits

If simply replacing an existing faucet in your home, you won’t need a permit. If you are relocating an existing fixture, installing a new line, or any other major plumbing remodel, you will likely need to have a licensed contractor pull the appropriate permits (or pull them yourself if you know what you’re doing). This can add an additional $50 to $450 to your overall cost.

Additional Costs

Simple faucet replacements or installations are usually inexpensive, other than the cost of the faucet, but if you have to do a larger remodeling job, you may require licensed contractors including plumbers, drywallers, cabinetmakers or even electricians.

A faucet can last between 10 to 20 years on average, depending on the type of faucet, the materials it is made out of, how regularly it is used and the manufacturer. We recommend replacing any faucet over 15 years old, especially if it has any of these problems:

Dripping or Leaking

If your faucet is dripping or leaking, either around the knob or handle or in the cabinet below the sink, it may be time for a new faucet. Sometimes you or a plumber may be able to repair a leaky or dripping faucet, but if your faucet is older than a few years, it may be just as affordable to replace it outright.

Weak Water Flow

The point of a faucet is to control the flow of water, so if it is no longer doing its job, it is time to go. A sink with weak water flow probably means it is time to replace your faucet, as there may be a problem affecting the rate of flow. Weak water flow may be caused by other issues in your plumbing system, so investigate if you have weak flow anywhere else in your home before taking apart the faucet or calling a plumber.

Outdated, Mismatched Design or Rusting

Finally, if the faucet has become outdated, does not match the design of your home or is beginning to show signs of age, such as rust or permanent scratches to the finish, it is likely time to replace it.

A faucet replacement for a kitchen or bathroom sink or utility room can be an excellent project for a DIY-capable homeowner to take on. While plumbing is often complicated for DIY-ers, faucet replacement is one of the easiest tasks you can do, so it’s worth trying it out. A great litmus test involves finding the shut-off valves for your faucet—if you can’t figure out shutting the water off, you’ll probably be better off finding a plumber.

If you don’t have the time or energy, or if you are uncomfortable with working with your home’s plumbing, we recommend hiring a professional for this task. Additionally, if you are replacing more than one faucet in your home it may make sense to hire a plumber. They can typically accomplish more in a few hours than you may be able to in the whole day. The cost of a professional faucet installation will average between $50 and $500 for labor and materials.

If you do plan to take the DIY route, make sure to do the proper research into the tools you will need and the scope of the project. If you don’t already have the necessary tools, it may cost more to purchase them than to just hire a plumber for the work. Here are a few tools you will need and their costs:

• Adjustable wrench – $10 to $40
• Tape measure – $5 to $25
• Channel-locking pliers – $10 to $50
• Plumber’s putty – $5 to $15
• Flexible supply line (if not included with faucet) – $3 to $20

Installing a new kitchen faucet is an easy way to spruce up your kitchen. Find out how to save money, keep the mess to a minimum and install a high-performing faucet:

• Choose a simple design:You don’t need a ton of fancy features on your faucet to get the job done. In fact, simple is often better. Choose a single-handle faucet that’s easy to use and won’t break the bank.
• Purchase a high-quality faucet:Investing in a high-quality faucet the first time will save you money in the long run. A well-made faucet will last longer, require fewer repairs and save you money on water bills.
• Consider alternative brands:It’s not uncommon for big-name brands to have higher prices than smaller brands. While big-name brands may be more well-known, sometimes it’s worth considering alternate faucets that offer the same quality and features as their name-brand counterparts at a lower price.
• Install it yourself:If you have some basic plumbing knowledge and a little time, you can easily install a faucet. Follow your faucet’s installation guide or watch a tutorial to discover tips on installing a new faucet yourself.
• Do your research:Before buying a new faucet, research the different types available and compare prices. Check to see if your local hardware store or online retailer offers any sales or discounts.

To arrive at the average costs in this article, a number of providers and cost databases were surveyed on national and local levels. All averaged figures were correct at the time of publication and may be subject to change.