Budget roughly $150 to $900 to have a plumber swap a faucet, per one national cost guide that lumps faucets, sinks and toilets together. That guide puts labor alone at $50 to $200 an hour, with the fixture bought on top. A garbage disposal install is priced on its own and usually comes in under $300 in labor. This page breaks the bill into parts for Burbank homes, and sits inside our hub for faucet, sink, shower and disposal work.
How much does a plumber charge to replace a faucet?
Plan on $150 to $900 per fixture for a replacement, with the faucet bought separately. The range is wide because it spans simple swaps and fixtures that need new valves or pipe. A plain swap with working shutoff valves lands at the low end. A corroded valve or a hard-to-reach sink pushes the cost up.
Faucet work is billed in three ways: a flat price for the swap, an hourly rate, or a service call fee plus time. Published hourly rates range from $45 to $200, apprentice to master plumber, and service call fees of $100 to $350 often include the first hour. Some plumbers apply a one-to-two-hour minimum instead of a trip fee. Ask which structure applies before booking.
What is a typical plumber price in Burbank?
For Burbank, take the published national ranges as a guide and expect the upper half. Cities generally cost more than suburbs or rural areas, and one cost guide shows San Francisco labor near $140 an hour. No guide can state a Burbank figure, so only the plumber, after a visit, can name the real price.
| Job | Typical range (national guide) |
|---|---|
| Replace a faucet or fixture, labor | $150 to $900 per fixture, shared range |
| Plumber hourly rate | $45 to $200 |
| Service call or trip fee | $50 to $350 |
| Flat fee for a basic job in range | $100 to $400 |
| Garbage disposal install, labor and basics | $138 to $272 typical |
| New outlet for a disposal, if needed | about $120 to $165 |
A kitchen faucet generally takes longer than a bathroom one, thanks to the sprayer hose and the cramped space under the sink.
What pushes the faucet price up or down?
Your choice of fixture, the state of the old shutoff valves, access under the sink and whether the visit lands after hours move the price most. A faucet with a pull-down sprayer or a separate soap dispenser takes longer. Old stop valves that will not close add a valve replacement. Emergency calls carry a premium.
More line items to watch on the bill:
- Supply lines. New braided hoses are cheap and should go in with the faucet instead of being reused.
- Old valves. Homes from the 1940s to 1960s can still have original valves under the sink that crumble when turned. Replacing them adds a part and some labor.
- Counter holes. A new faucet that does not fit the existing hole layout may need a deck plate or a new sink.
- Disposal and dishwasher connections. These add extra steps beneath the kitchen sink.
How much does it cost to replace or install a garbage disposal?
One national guide says installing a garbage disposal typically costs $138 to $272 in labor and basics, with most people paying about $194. A wider guide prices the whole job, unit included, at $150 to $950, averaging near $400. Replacing an old disposal costs less than a first-time install. The unit is a separate cost.
Units range from about $75 to $1,100 depending on motor size and continuous or batch feed, so the model you pick moves the total more than labor does. If there is no outlet under the sink, an electrician's outlet adds about $120 to $165. A jammed disposal is often worth freeing before you replace it, and the hub page explains when.
Who has the best prices on bathroom faucets?
No one seller is cheapest across every model, so compare a single model number at a few places instead of hunting for a bargain. Home centers, plumbing supply showrooms and manufacturers' own stores all sell faucets, with different prices and finishes. Before buying, check the warranty, parts availability and whether the faucet fits your sink's holes.
A plumber can buy the faucet for you, and some like to bring their own, but then the price carries a markup, so ask. A WaterSense labeled bathroom faucet is capped at 1.5 gallons per minute, which cuts flow by 30 percent or more against the standard 2.2, and EPA estimates an average family saves about 700 gallons a year by replacing old faucets and aerators. California sets its own flow rules too, so look for the compliance mark on the box.
What does a plumber charge to fix a shower or a sink?
Nationally, shower repairs run about $238 to $595, and a leaky faucet or valve about $150 to $500. Sink work falls in the same range as faucet work. The leak, not the room, sets the price. A cartridge swap is cheap, while a leak inside a wall is not.
On the shower side, our shower leak and burst pipe guide covers causes and prices, and the leaking pipe under the sink guide handles the cabinet. The leak repair cost page gives a view across all leak work.
Should I replace the faucet myself?
You can swap a faucet yourself if the shutoff valves work, you can reach with a basin wrench and the new faucet matches the holes. A first attempt takes a couple of hours. Call a plumber when the valves are corroded, the pipes are galvanized and brittle, or you cannot tell which supply line is hot.
The danger in a first attempt is a valve that will not shut completely, and a small job becomes a flooded cabinet. If a valve does not seal when turned, stop and close the main. A plumber also tests the drain connection for leaks before leaving. For a written price, use our quote page, and for other services visit the Lankershim Plumbing home page.
Questions people ask
How long is a faucet replacement visit?
A bathroom faucet normally needs an hour or two. A kitchen faucet with a sprayer takes one to three hours, depending on access and valve condition. Corroded valves and surprise pipe problems add time. When you book, mention the faucet type and whether the shutoff valves under the sink work, so the visit is scheduled for the right length.
What should I verify before hiring a faucet installer?
Learn whether the quote is flat or hourly, whether the faucet and supply lines are covered and who supplies the parts. Ask what happens if the shutoff valves fail when turned. Verify the contractor's California license number on the state's License Check page. Have the price in writing prior to the visit.
Should I be home during a faucet replacement?
Yes, at the beginning and the end. You confirm the faucet model, point out the main shutoff and inspect the result. In between, the plumber can work alone. Clear out the cabinet below the sink so the valves are reachable and your belongings stay put.
Is it cheaper to buy the faucet myself?
Often, yes, provided the faucet suits your sink. A plumber who supplies it adds a markup for sourcing. Buying it yourself lets you choose style and finish and skips that markup. Confirm the faucet is a standard size and that the plumber will install a part you supply.
Does a new faucet need a permit in Burbank?
Swapping one faucet for the same kind generally needs no permit, though rules vary by city and by what changes. Moving pipes, adding fixtures or altering gas or drain lines usually does. Burbank's Building Division, Glendale Building and Safety and LADBS, for the Los Angeles city parts of the Valley, can each confirm for your address.
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