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Laundry Room Remodel Cost

Laundry rooms are small but utility-dense. Cabinets, counters, plumbing, venting, electrical work, durable flooring and appliance moves can make the budget larger than the square footage suggests.

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PROJECTCOSTWISE PLANNING EXAMPLE

80 sq ft laundry room remodel

$4,000–$11,200

Based on the estimator’s editable assumption of $50–$140 per sq ft before complexity adjustments. This is a planning example, not a contractor quote.

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How much does a laundry room remodel cost?

Quick answer: using the current ProjectCostWise starting assumption, an 80 sq ft laundry room at standard complexity produces a $4,000–$11,200 planning range. Appliance moves, cabinetry and utility work can shift the result. See how the calculation works.

What affects laundry room remodel cost?

  • Cabinetry, shelving and countertops
  • Washer water supply, drain and shutoff upgrades
  • Dryer vent, gas or electrical changes
  • Flooring and water-resistant finishes
  • Utility sink, backsplash and lighting
  • Space constraints and appliance access

Three scope levels

Lighter scope

Paint, shelving, lighting and simple surface upgrades with appliances staying in place can remain relatively modest.

Standard scope

New cabinets, counter, flooring, utility sink and routine plumbing or electrical updates create a fuller remodel.

Higher-complexity scope

Relocating appliances, changing drains or venting, adding custom storage and correcting moisture problems can push costs higher.

How to compare laundry-room bids

Confirm whether the bid includes cabinets, counters, appliance hookups, drain work, dryer venting, electrical circuits, flooring, paint and appliance moving. Because the room is compact, trade coordination is especially important.

Decide whether the appliances stay in place

A laundry room can be a cosmetic refresh or a relocation of water, drain, power and ventilation. Draw the current and proposed appliance locations. Mark the washer supply and drain, dryer vent route, outlets, doors and usable clearance. If the equipment stays in place, request a price for that scope first. Ask for a separate alternate to move hookups; that makes the cost of the layout change visible instead of hiding it inside one total.

Compare the same laundry scope in every bid

  • Moisture: Is any known leak or damaged subfloor assessed before new finishes?
  • Plumbing and electrical: Are new connections, permits and any required capacity changes itemized?
  • Ventilation: Does the proposed dryer vent route and termination fit the equipment and local rules?
  • Storage and finishes: Are cabinet dimensions, countertop material, flooring and paint allowances specified?
  • Use during work: How long will the washer and dryer be unavailable?

Put the line items side by side in the free bid comparison worksheet. Treat the cost-per-square-foot output as a planning range; appliance and utility changes can matter more than the room's floor area.

Questions to ask contractors

  • Are washer hookups and shutoffs being replaced or reused?
  • Is the dryer vent route included and code-compliant?
  • Are cabinetry and countertop allowances clearly stated?
  • Is flooring suitable for a laundry area?
  • Who disconnects and reconnects appliances?
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Frequently asked questions

How much does a laundry room remodel cost?

ProjectCostWise currently uses an editable $50–$140 per-square-foot starting assumption before complexity adjustments.

Does moving laundry equipment add cost?

Usually yes because plumbing, venting, electrical or gas service may need to move too.

What finishes work best?

Durable, moisture-tolerant flooring and easy-to-clean surfaces are often practical choices for laundry areas.