Upgrading laundry taps and mixers is one of the smallest renovation tasks—yet it has one of the biggest impacts. In Sydney, where many homes (especially in suburbs like Ashfield, Marrickville, Turramurra, Ryde, Burwood, and Parramatta) have laundry spaces that haven’t been updated for decades, simply replacing tired tapware instantly modernises the room and improves water efficiency.

Whether you’re giving your laundry a quick facelift or doing a full renovation as part of a kitchen, bathroom or whole-house upgrade, the big question every homeowner asks is:

“How much does it actually cost to install new taps and mixers?”

Let’s break it down clearly, realistically, and in plain language.

1. Typical Cost Range for Installing New Laundry Taps & Mixers in Sydney

In most Sydney homes, the cost to install new laundry taps or mixers ranges from:

👉 $180 – $550 for labour only (standard installation)

and

👉 $60 – $600+ for the tapware itself depending on design and brand.

So the total cost typically falls between $250 and $1,200, depending on:

• The type of tapware you choose

• Whether plumbing needs adjustment

• How accessible your existing pipework is

• Whether you're renovating the entire laundry simultaneously

More complex jobs (e.g. concealed mixers, wall mixers, or moving plumbing points) can increase labour costs to $350–$900.

2. Breakdown of Costs (Simple, Realistic & Transparent)

A. Cost of Tapware

Laundry tapware comes in several styles, and your choice affects the final price:

1. Standard Laundry Taps

Typical price: $60–$150
These include classic dual taps or a gooseneck spout. Perfect for rental properties or budget renovations.

2. Single Mixer Taps

Typical price: $150–$350
Great for modern laundries in Sydney townhouses, terraces, and apartments in areas like Zetland, Waterloo, and Wolli Creek.

3. Pull-Out or Flexible Sprayer Mixers

Typical price: $250–$600+
Popular in premium suburbs like Northbridge, Pymble, Mosman, and Hunters Hill, especially when the laundry doubles as a mudroom or dog-wash zone.

4. Designer or Architectural Tapware

Typical price: $400–$900+
Brands like ABI, Meir, Phoenix, and Franke offer brushed gold, gunmetal, stainless steel, and matte black finishes.

B. Plumbing Labour Costs

Sydney plumbing rates vary slightly by region, but the majority of licensed plumbers charge:

💧 Standard install: $180–$350

(for straightforward “remove and replace”)

💧 Complex install: $350–$550+

(if new holes, new mixer bodies, wall plumbing, relocation, or pipe reconfiguration is required)

💧 Major relocation: $550–$900+

Like moving taps to a new wall or shifting the laundry tub across the room.

In older suburbs—Balmain, Newtown, Paddington, Surry Hills—plumbing can be trickier due to old copper pipes or restricted access in terrace houses. This can bump up labour slightly.

3. Factors That Influence the Final Cost

1. Type of Tapware Chosen

High-end designer mixers cost more to purchase and sometimes more to install (especially wall mixers).

2. Existing Plumbing Condition

Older homes may require:

• new isolating valves

• pipe repairs

• adjusting water pressure

• removing non-compliant plumbing

These add-on tasks can increase cost by $50–$200.

3. Laundry Location

Tight and awkward spaces—common in inner west terraces and CBD apartments—may take longer to work in.

4. Integration With Other Renovation Work

If you're renovating the whole laundry (cabinetry, benchtops, tiling), new tapware installation often becomes cheaper because the plumber has easy access.

5. Compliance Requirements

All plumbing work in NSW must comply with:

• NSW Fair Trading standards

• National Construction Code (NCC)

• AS/NZS 3500 plumbing regulations

Using licensed contractors prevents warranty issues and protects your property value.

4. Should You Choose Wall-Mounted or Bench-Mounted Taps?

This question comes up a lot, especially in suburbs like Chatswood, Epping, and Strathfield, where homeowners are aiming for a clean, contemporary look.

Wall-Mounted Mixer

• Stylish and modern

• Requires new plumbing inside the wall

• More expensive to install

• Best done during a full renovation

Added cost: $200–$400 extra for labour.

Bench-Mounted Mixer

• More cost-effective

• Easier to access for repairs

• Installation is quicker

• Works well with all laundry tub types

Most Sydney families choose this option because of practicality and cost-efficiency.

5. Should You Upgrade Your Taps During a Laundry Renovation?

Absolutely—upgrading tapware is one of the easiest ways to get a “premium feel” without overspending.

Benefits homeowners love:

• Better water efficiency (lower Sydney Water bills)

• Improved pressure and flow control

• More convenient mixer operation

• Cleaner, sleeker aesthetics

• Increased property value

• Better functionality for hand-washing clothes and cleaning

In suburbs like Kellyville, Castle Hill, North Ryde, and Five Dock, many renovators are choosing brushed nickel or gunmetal mixers as part of a modern laundry makeover.

6. Can You DIY Tap Installation?

Technically you can remove a spout or change a washer—but installing a mixer, altering plumbing or moving tap points must be done by a licensed plumber in NSW.

DIY plumbing can:

• void insurance

• breach NSW Fair Trading rules

• cause water damage

• lead to fines

• reduce resale value

So for compliance and safety, always use a licensed professional.

7. How to Budget for Tap Installation in a Laundry Renovation

Here’s a simple budgeting shortcut you can use:

✔ Tapware allowance: $120–$400

(choose a reliable brand with good warranty)

✔ Installation: $180–$350

(for standard replacement)

✔ Contingency: $50–$150

(older homes may need valves or pipe tweaks)

Budget $350–$900 total, and you’ll be covered for 95% of Sydney laundry tap upgrades.

8. How MB9 Helps Sydney Homeowners Save Money & Avoid Headaches

When MB9 renovates a laundry, we plan the plumbing early so there are:

• No hidden costs

• No surprises after cabinetry is installed

• No messy patch-ups

• No wasted time coordinating trades

Since MB9 works across kitchen, bathroom and full home renovations, we schedule tilers, electricians, waterproofers, painters, and plumbers in the most efficient order—saving clients thousands in unnecessary labour.

We’ve delivered laundry renovations across:

• Northern Beaches: Dee Why, Collaroy, Manly

• Inner West: Dulwich Hill, Summer Hill, Leichhardt

• North Shore: Killara, Lindfield, Gordon

• Western Sydney: Wentworth Point, Lidcombe, Blacktown

Every project includes detailed tapware recommendations to match your style, budget and workflow.

9. Final Takeaway

Installing new taps and mixers in your laundry is a small investment that delivers big functional and aesthetic benefits.
Most Sydney homeowners spend $250–$1,200, depending on tapware style and whether plumbing needs upgrading.

If you’re renovating your laundry, kitchen, bathroom or entire home, integrating tap replacement into a full MB9 renovation is often the most cost-effective choice—faster, cleaner and better value.

To explore more options for laundry, kitchen and bathroom renovations in Sydney, visit www.mb9.com.au for expert guidance and renovation services from MB9 Australia Pty Ltd.