Cost to Replace a Kitchen Faucet
Cost to replace kitchen faucet, installed: $162 to $364 for a typical job (HomeAdvisor, $262 average), rising to $625 to $1,100 for designer-grade models once labor and supplies are added.
Key Takeaways
- HomeAdvisor’s June 2026 data puts the average kitchen faucet replacement at $262, with a normal range of $162 to $364 and a high end near $600.
- Fixr’s national figures run slightly higher, $150 to $400 with a $300 average, and Fixr says DIY saves about $150 in labor.
- Inch Calculator prices the faucet by grade (builder $100 to $250, mid $200 to $450, designer $450 to $750) plus $150 to $300 labor and $25 to $50 in supplies.
- Across the Delta models we checked, list prices span $207 for the Classic 100LF-WF to $1,285 for the Broderick 9690-AR-DST spring-spout pull-down.
- Drilling a new faucet hole in installed quartz runs $100 to $250 per hole, versus $25 to $60 at fabrication, per SlabWise.
How much does it cost to replace a kitchen faucet?
The cost to replace a kitchen faucet averages $262 nationally, with most homeowners paying $162 to $364, according to HomeAdvisor’s cost data updated June 17, 2026. That figure includes the faucet and labor for a like-for-like swap. Jobs start near $91 with a basic faucet and partial DIY, and reach about $600 for a high-end faucet with a complicated install.
Other national guides land in the same band. Fixr’s kitchen faucet installation guide puts the typical job at $150 to $400 with a $300 average. Inch Calculator gives a $250 national average for any faucet install, with a typical range of $150 to $550.
What does the faucet itself cost at each tier?
A basic kitchen faucet starts around $25, a mid-grade pull-down runs $175 to $500, and designer, touchless and commercial-style models run several hundred to over $1,000. HomeAdvisor prices kitchen sink faucets at $25 to $1,800 and pull-down styles at $175 to $500. Finish alone moves the price, from $40 for chrome to $750 for brass or bronze.
The list prices below come from Delta’s product pages in October 2026. Delta notes that the selling retailer sets actual pricing, so street prices can run below list.
| Tier | Example model (Delta) | Delta list price | Install notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic, single handle | Classic 100LF-WF, chrome | $207.00 | 3-hole 6 in or 8 in mount, 1/2 in IPS shanks, so you buy separate faucet connectors |
| Basic with side spray | Classic 400LF-WF, chrome | $249.90 | Uses a 4-hole sink, the extra hole carries the side sprayer |
| Mid pull-down | Leland 9178-AR-DST, Arctic Stainless | $585.00 | 1 or 3-hole 8 in mount, 3/8 in compression fittings, integrated InnoFlex PEX supply lines |
| Touch and touchless | Essa 9113TL-AR-DST | $699.00 | Runs up to 1 year on AA batteries or 3 years on C batteries, or on the EP102157 A/C adapter |
| Premium touchless | Trinsic 9159TL-AR-DST | $1,142.00 | Optional deck plate RP64070 for 3-hole sinks |
| Commercial-style spring | Trinsic 9659-AR-DST | $970.00 | Spring pull-down, 1 or 3-hole, deck plate sold separately |
| Designer spring spout | Broderick 9690-AR-DST | $1,285.00 | Optional 10 in deck plate RP100845AR sold separately |
Every Delta kitchen faucet listed above is rated 1.8 gpm at 60 psi on its spec panel, under the 2.2 gpm federal maximum for kitchen faucets. Still choosing a style? Our guide to kitchen faucet types compares them. Pot fillers are a separate job and are excluded here.
What does a plumber charge to install a kitchen faucet?
A plumber typically charges $150 to $300 in labor to swap a kitchen faucet on existing lines, per Inch Calculator, either as a flat job price or one to two billed hours. HomeAdvisor lists plumber rates of $45 to $200 an hour, with most charging $70 to $120 before trip fees and materials. Many shops also set a one- or two-hour minimum.
A flat rate, which HomeAdvisor says runs $100 to $400 for most simple service calls, protects you when the old faucet fights back. Hourly billing wins only when the swap goes smoothly.
- Apprentice: $45 to $90 an hour, $70 average (HomeAdvisor).
- Journeyperson: $60 to $110 an hour, $90 average (HomeAdvisor).
- Master plumber: $80 to $200 an hour, $120 average (HomeAdvisor).
Time drives the bill. Fixr says most plumbers replace a faucet in under an hour, and HomeAdvisor says a straightforward kitchen swap takes one to two hours. HomeAdvisor’s complex-job scenario, with supply line upgrades and difficult removal, runs seven to eight hours and $320 to $1,600 in labor. For rates on other jobs, see what plumbers charge for common jobs.
How much does Home Depot charge to install a faucet?
Home Depot does not publish a single national faucet installation price that we could verify. Its install service is quoted by location and performed by local pros, so the price depends on your ZIP code and the job. Several cost blogs repeat a $119 to $195 labor figure for a faucet swap, but none of the pages we reviewed named a source, so we treat it as unconfirmed.
Whoever installs it, get these answers in writing before you book.
- Is removal and haul-away of the old faucet included?
- Are new supply lines or faucet connectors included, or billed as parts?
- What happens if the shutoff valves leak or will not close?
- Will the installer drill a new hole in the countertop? If not, a stone top needs a separate fabricator visit.
- Is there a minimum charge or a trip fee on top of the labor?
Delta’s product pages also carry a “Find local Delta installers” link for quotes. Compare at least two written quotes, since one that excludes parts can look cheaper than it is.
Which extras raise the cost to replace a kitchen faucet?
The extras that raise the cost to replace a kitchen faucet are new supply lines and shutoff valves, drilling a hole in stone, a deck plate to cover unused holes, a seized old faucet, and add-ons like a soap dispenser or disposal. Inch Calculator adds $25 to $50 for supplies and $150 to $300 for under-sink plumbing repair. A new hole in installed quartz costs $100 to $250.
| Item | Typical cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Faucet supplies (connectors, fittings, putty) | $25 to $50 | Inch Calculator. Faucets with integrated PEX lines, like Delta’s InnoFlex models, need fewer parts. |
| Under-sink repair (valves, fittings, trap) | $150 to $300 | Inch Calculator option for dated plumbing below the sink. |
| Faucet hole drilled at fabrication | $25 to $60 per hole | SlabWise. Cheapest when a new countertop is being templated. |
| Faucet hole drilled in installed stone | $100 to $250 per hole | SlabWise. Standard faucet hole is 1-3/8 in. With the top removed, a fabricator charges $75 to $150. |
| Deck plate or escutcheon | Often included, or $163.20 to $210.40 list | Delta’s 9113TV includes a 10-1/4 in deck plate. Broderick’s escutcheon lists at $163.20 to $210.40. |
| Touchless power adapter | $81.00 list | Delta EP102157 A/C power supply, sold separately for the Essa 9113TL and Trinsic 9159TL. |
| Soap dispenser | About $40, or $50 to $100 without a hole | Fixr. HomeAdvisor puts built-in dispensers at $25 to $50. |
| Garbage disposal (if replaced at the same visit) | $300 to $600 | Fixr. |
| Relocating the faucet | $600 to $800 | Fixr. Moving to an island adds $500 or more. |
| Permit (relocation or new line only) | $50 to $500 | HomeAdvisor. A same-location swap usually needs none. |
Hole count and deck plates
Older sinks often have three or four holes, while most modern pull-downs mount through one. A deck plate covers the unused holes, and a fourth hole can take a soap dispenser.
Keeping a separate sprayer? Our walk-through on how to replace a kitchen sink sprayer covers that part. A dishwasher air gap or disposal button may also fill a deck hole, so count holes in use before buying a single-hole faucet.
The seized old faucet
Removal is the slowest part of most swaps. Inch Calculator warns that rusted pipes or faucets may need to be cut off, and HomeAdvisor’s seven- to eight-hour scenario includes careful removal of the old unit.
When should you replace the shutoff valves at the same time?
Replace the under-sink shutoff valves during the faucet swap if they do not stop the water fully, weep at the stem, or are crusted with corrosion. The water is already off and the cabinet is empty, so adding the valves costs less than a second visit. Inch Calculator prices under-sink valve, fitting and trap repair at $150 to $300.
Test them first. Close each valve, open the old faucet, and watch for any trickle after a minute.
- Keep the valves if they shut off cleanly and turn without forcing.
- Replace the valves if water still trickles with the handle closed, the stem leaks, or the handle will not turn.
- Check the connection size. Delta’s newer pull-downs, such as the Leland 9178-AR-DST, connect with 3/8 in compression fittings. The Classic 100LF-WF uses 1/2 in IPS shanks, which need faucet connectors between the valve and the faucet.
Can you replace a kitchen faucet yourself, and what does DIY cost?
Yes, most homeowners can replace a kitchen faucet themselves when the shutoffs work and the new faucet fits the existing holes. Fixr estimates DIY saves about $150 in labor. Your cost is then the faucet, $25 to $50 in supplies per Inch Calculator, and any tools you lack. Pros take one to two hours, so plan longer for a first attempt.
The tool list is short.
- Basin wrench, for the mounting nuts behind the sink bowl.
- Two adjustable wrenches, one to hold and one to turn on compression nuts.
- Bucket, towels and a flashlight for the cabinet.
- New faucet connectors, if the faucet does not include integrated supply lines.
Our step-by-step guide to replacing a faucet covers shutoff, removal, mounting and leak testing in order. Stop and call a plumber if a shutoff valve will not close, the old supply piping is corroded, or the new faucet needs a hole drilled in stone.
Register the faucet either way. Delta backs its faucets with a Lifetime Limited Warranty and touchless electronics for 5 years.
What is the total cost to replace a kitchen faucet by tier?
Total installed cost to replace a kitchen faucet runs about $275 to $600 for builder-grade, $375 to $800 for mid-grade and $625 to $1,100 for designer-grade, adding Inch Calculator’s faucet, labor and supply ranges. Inch Calculator separately puts touchless or motion-sensor faucets at $500 to $750 installed. HomeAdvisor’s $262 average reflects mostly basic swaps.
Bars show range midpoints. Builder, mid and designer totals add Inch Calculator’s faucet price to its labor and supply ranges. The touchless bar is Inch Calculator’s installed range.
Add extras on top. A designer faucet that needs a new hole in installed quartz and two new shutoff valves can pass $1,400, while a builder-grade swap on working valves can come in under $400.
How we sourced this
We searched “cost to replace kitchen faucet” and the Home Depot install question in October 2026. Cited figures come from HomeAdvisor (June 2026), Fixr (February 2025), Inch Calculator (2026 price data), two SlabWise drilling guides (July 2026) and ten Delta product pages (October 2026). Angi, HomeGuide and Home Depot pages blocked access and are not cited. We excluded template sites with conflicting figures and an unsourced Home Depot labor price. HomeAdvisor’s labor line ($260 to $480) exceeds its own $162 to $364 total, so we cite its total and hourly rates. Chart tier totals are our sum of Inch Calculator line items.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a plumber charge to install a kitchen faucet?
Most plumbers charge $150 to $300 in labor for a straight swap on existing lines, per Inch Calculator, or bill by the hour. HomeAdvisor puts typical plumber rates at $70 to $120 an hour, with journeypersons averaging $90. A simple swap takes one to two hours. Expect more if the old faucet is seized, the shutoffs leak or the countertop needs a new hole.
How much does Home Depot charge to install a faucet?
Home Depot does not publish one national faucet installation price that we could verify. Its installs are quoted by location and booked with local pros, so the number changes by ZIP code. Blogs often repeat $119 to $195 for labor, but none we found named a source. Get the written quote and confirm whether old faucet removal, haul-away and new supply lines are included.
How long does it take to replace a kitchen faucet?
Fixr says most plumbers replace a faucet in under an hour, and HomeAdvisor says a licensed plumber finishes a straightforward kitchen swap in one to two hours. Complex jobs with seized mounting nuts, supply line upgrades or first-time installs can stretch to seven or eight hours. Relocating the faucet takes two to four hours, and moving it to an island takes three to six.
Is it cheaper to replace a kitchen faucet yourself?
Yes. Fixr estimates DIY saves about $150 in labor on an average faucet replacement. You still buy the faucet, and you may need a basin wrench, two adjustable wrenches, a bucket and a flashlight. DIY makes sense when the shutoff valves close fully and the new faucet fits the existing holes. Call a plumber if the valves leak or the old faucet is corroded in place.
Do I need a permit to replace a kitchen faucet?
Usually not. HomeAdvisor says replacing an existing faucet in the same location generally needs no permit. Relocating the faucet, adding a new water line or moving plumbing can be treated as remodeling work that needs a licensed contractor and a permit, which HomeAdvisor says costs $50 to $500 depending on local rules. Check with your local building department before moving any lines.
How long does a kitchen faucet last?
HomeAdvisor puts kitchen faucet life at 15 to 20 years with good materials, proper installation and routine cleaning. Hard water, worn cartridges and rough handling shorten it. HomeAdvisor suggests repairing a faucet under five years old with minor drips, and replacing one older than 10 years or when repair costs pass 50 percent of the price of a new faucet.
Should I replace the shutoff valves when I replace my kitchen faucet?
Replace them if they do not stop the water completely, weep at the stem, or are crusted with corrosion. A faucet swap is the cheapest time to do it because the cabinet is already emptied and the water is already off. Inch Calculator prices under-sink plumbing repair, including valves, fittings and traps, at $150 to $300 on top of the faucet install.
