How Much Does It Cost to Regrout a Shower in 2025?

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If the dingy grout lines in your shower have you showering with the lights off, it’s probably time for a refresh. Regrouting costs $1,500 on average, but can run as low as $560 or as high as $3,100. Regrouting costs rise or fall with your shower’s size, the grout you choose, and where you live. Since grout slowly breaks down under constant moisture, plan on regrouting every 10 to 15 years. Hiring a local grout repair professional ensures the job is done properly, preventing potential damage and costly repairs down the line.

Cost to Regrout Shower Tiles per Square Foot

You can expect to pay between $10 and $25 per square foot to have a local grout repair professional regrout your shower, including materials and labor. Standard square showers in U.S. homes measure 32-by-32 inches, while rectangular showers average 36-by-48 inches.

The prices above include the complete removal of old grout. Ensure that these details are included in the estimate, as some contractors may not remove all the old grout.

Grout Replacement Cost Factors

When you’re pricing a regrout, start with the grout itself and the shape it’s already in. Tile size matters, too—small tiles mean more joints to fill, which drives up both material and labor costs.

Type of Grout

The grout you pick—unsanded, sanded, epoxy, or a specialty antimicrobial mix—plays a major role in what you’ll pay. Specialized grouts, such as antifungal, antibacterial, epoxy, unsanded, and finely sanded options, offer unique properties that can increase the price. Dry grout costs $10 to $65 per 25-pound bag, while premixed grout ranges from $12 to $160 per bag.

Condition and Repairs

If the existing grout is crumbling or shows dark mold spots, moisture may already be lurking behind the tile. In that case, budget for any water-damage repairs before the new grout goes in.

Size of Tile

The size of your tiles impacts the amount of grout required. Smaller tiles result in more grout lines, increasing the overall cost.

DIY vs. Hiring a Regrouting Pro

Scraping out old grout and packing fresh joints sounds simple, but it’s messy, time-consuming, and easy to botch. One slip can chip a tile, and poorly packed joints invite moisture and mold. A seasoned pro can finish the job faster and spare you a second round of repairs.

If you’re unsure at any point, call a trusted tile pro to finish the work. A grout repair professional near you can tackle the job quickly and protect your shower from future leaks.

How HomeAdvisor Gets Its Cost Data

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