How Much Does a Laundry Room Remodel Cost in 2025?

This article was updated using automation technology and thoroughly reviewed for accuracy by HomeAdvisor Editor Ryan Noonan.

Adding or remodeling a laundry room costs an average of $11,000, with most homeowners paying between $6,000 and $17,000. Your costs will depend on factors like electrical and plumbing labor, finishes, and appliance hookups. By budgeting properly and hiring a professional, you can ensure your laundry room addition or remodel is completed successfully.

Laundry Room Remodel Cost Factors

There are a variety of cost factors that make up your laundry room remodel total—here's a look at the breakdown.

Washer and Dryer Hookup

Plan to spend between $850 and $1,800 to move your washer and dryer hookups. You'll need a washing machine cut-off valve for each line, and if your dryer has a steaming function, it will require a water supply line and valve as well. Building a drain line for your washer costs between $360 and $1,840.

If your washing machine is on the second floor or higher, consider installing a washing machine drain pan to prevent damage from leaks. Also, budget around $200 on average for a dryer vent installation.

Factors like the extent of the required hookups, the location of your laundry room, and any customizations you request will influence your final cost.

Relocating a Washer and Dryer

Basic appliance installation costs $50 to $175 per machine. This service includes moving the washer and dryer and hooking up the water lines, drain lines, and dryer vent tube.

“Before moving your dryer, be sure to plan for venting,” says Bob Tschudi, Angi Expert Review Board member and general contractor in Raleigh, NC. “A straight-through-the-exterior-wall vent is low cost. Once you have to run dryer vent ducting in crawl spaces or attic spaces, the cost goes up rather quickly. And new building codes now prohibit the use of flexible dryer ducts.”

Cabinets and Countertops

The price to install cabinets in a laundry room addition is between $100 and $1,200 per linear foot. Custom cabinets are more expensive, running about $750 per linear foot.

Countertops cost $50 to $150 per square foot, depending on your material of choice. High-end materials like marble can reach $190 for each square foot. “We just built a washer-dryer cabinet with a large granite top,” says Tschudi. “Laundry rooms can now cost as much as a small kitchen remodel.”

Wall Finishing

The cost of wall tiling is about $5 to $17 per square foot. If you choose to paint your laundry room walls, plan on $20 to $80 per gallon of paint and $20 to $50 per hour for professional painting labor.

Lighting and Electrical 

Installing recessed lighting in your laundry room will cost around $800. Electrical outlets cost an average of $215 each, and hiring an electrician costs $50 to $100 per hour.

Permits

Building permits cost $400 to $1,300, depending on the project’s scope and the size of the space. It’s easier and cheaper to source permits for simple remodels than for full-scale additions.

Laundry Room Remodel Cost by Appliance Task

The cost of remodeling your laundry room is influenced by the cost of appliances and their connections. Here’s what to expect in appliance-related tasks.

DIY vs. Hiring a Remodeling Pro

While you might handle minor tasks yourself, adding or remodeling a laundry room is a major undertaking. It requires expertise in general contracting, plumbing, electrical work, and HVAC systems. That's why we recommend hiring a capable contractor in your area who can confidently and safely manage all aspects of your project. Reach out to a local home remodeling contractor to ensure your laundry room addition or remodel is done right.

How HomeAdvisor Gets Its Cost Data

No place is more important than your home, which is why HomeAdvisor connects homeowners with local pros to transform their houses into homes they love. To help homeowners prepare for their next project, HomeAdvisor provides readers with accurate cost data and follows strict editorial guidelines. After a project is complete, we survey real customers about the costs to develop the pricing data you see, so you can make the best decisions for you and your home. We pair this data with research from reputable sources, including the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, academic journals, market studies, and interviews with industry experts—all to ensure our prices reflect real-world projects.