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How Much Does Faucet Replacement Cost?

Replacing a leaking or faulty faucet is often necessary. Find out how much faucet replacement costs and how to find the best contractors for the job.

How Much Does Faucet Replacement Cost?
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James ThompsonPlumbing Editor · 3 min readFormer licensed contractor turned writer, covering roofing, HVAC, and the trades with a builder's eye for quality.

Are you in need of faucet replacement? Maybe your bathroom faucet is leaking and you feel that it’s time for something new? Perhaps you have an outdoor faucet that is showing signs of wear and tear due to the elements, or an outdated kitchen faucet that may not provide enough water pressure and you are looking for an upgrade? 

All modern homes come equipped with at least one faucet, and many have several more. Replacing your faucets might be a home improvement requirement for you every couple of years. If you are in need of faucet replacement in your home, you should hire the services of a knowledgeable professional to ensure that your job is done to your satisfaction.

How Much Does It Cost To Replace a Faucet?

Regardless of the reason why you are in need of professional faucet replacement services, consider that, although it may seem like a small component in relation to the overall aesthetic of a room, a high-end faucet has the potential to really tie a room together. So you want to make sure you choose the right faucet for your replacement project.

A modern faucet with impressive features can create a spa-like environment in an otherwise ordinary bathroom. Or, you could really make your kitchen pop with the right faucet to accompany your farmhouse sink. Given the fact that there is a large range of faucet types, styles, sizes and finishes, it’s also true that there is a wide range of costs compared to the average cost a homeowner pays for the typical faucet replacement job.

If your faucet is in need of some serious attention, you should hire a professional plumber. It's definitely a smart idea to compare quotes and evaluate the various costs of faucet replacement before hiring just anyone to do the job. This way, you get the best value and service for your money.

What Affects The Cost?

Faucet replacement jobs will usually involve the following factors in one way or another. Keep these influential price points in mind when budgeting for the cost to replace a faucet:

  • physical faucet itself
  • any labor associated with the project
  • equipment
  • mounting hardware and potentially even the sink that accompanies the faucet

Additionally, the cost could also include expenses like extra manpower, specialty equipment, possible plumbing work or anything else related to other unforeseen circumstances.

Cost Breakdown

With all of the given variables involved, the cost of the average faucet replacement job in the U.S. is roughly $300. Looking at the low end of the scale, a typical homeowner can pay as little as $100 for this job if it requires the minimum amount time and effort. At the high end of the scale, some faucet replacement jobs can run up to $600! This will usually cover multiple faucets being replaced.

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