What does kitchen tap replacement cost in Ireland?
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A replacement kitchen tap looks like a small purchase, but the fitted bill depends on access, the existing plumbing and the tap you choose. Ask separately about the product and installation rather than assuming an online fitting price includes the tap.
Only Tools and Plumbers, a Dublin-based business advertising coverage including Meath, lists kitchen tap replacement from €150 plus VAT. Its short price list does not clearly establish which tap, if any, is supplied. Treat this as one provider's starting example, not an all-in national rate.[1]
Published example checked 2 October 2026
| Job | Advertised price |
|---|---|
| Kitchen tap replacement: Only Tools and PlumbersConfirm product supply, access assumptions and the final VAT-inclusive total. | From €150 + VAT[1] |
| New tap supplied by homeownerHave the plumber confirm compatibility before buying. | Chosen product price |
| Additional valve or pipe repairsAsk how unexpected work is authorised. | Quoted after assessment |
Prices are typical 2026 estimates and vary by job, condition and location.
Repair the fault or replace the whole tap?
Describe whether the problem is dripping at the outlet, water around the base, a loose body or leakage inside the cupboard. These observations help a plumber decide what to inspect; they do not establish the diagnosis. A serviceable part may be worth considering before replacing a sound tap.
Ask for the repair option and replacement option where both are practical. Supply a brand or model number if available and say whether the sink will remain. Replacing a sink at the same time changes the scope and may make a simple tap-only estimate unsuitable.
Choose compatibility before appearance
Have the installer check the product's pressure requirements, fixing arrangement and space below the sink. A pull-out hose needs a suitable path; a tall spout needs appropriate clearance above. Share the specification of the exact tap, not just a photograph of a similar model.
Boiling-water taps, filtered-water systems and appliances with an undersink tank are separate projects. Ask for the plumbing, electrical requirements and ongoing consumables to be included in their own assessment. Their installation should not be budgeted from the ordinary mixer-tap example in this guide.
What changes the fitting quote?
- Whether the existing fixings are accessible or the sink needs additional work to release them.
- The condition and accessibility of the existing isolation arrangements.
- Whether the replacement is supplied by the plumber or purchased independently.
- Any separate waste-pipe leak, cupboard damage or sink resealing included in the request.
- Travel, attendance, urgent scheduling and the VAT-inclusive final price.
Avoid paying twice for an incomplete visit
Photograph the tap and the accessible space below the sink after removing stored items. Do not disconnect pipework to get a clearer picture. Tell the plumber if a dishwasher or cupboard panel restricts access, and ask whether the proposed product should be delivered before the appointment.
If supplying the tap yourself, agree who handles a faulty or unsuitable item and whether a return visit would be chargeable. Keep the product receipt, specification and installation invoice. At handover, ask the installer to demonstrate operation and explain any follow-up concerns.
Request a tap replacement in your area
Example brief: 'Replace the kitchen mixer tap, keeping the existing sink. Current tap leaks at the base. Photos and proposed model attached. Please quote for fitting, any small connection parts and testing, with tap supply shown separately.' Do not describe the leak as a confirmed cartridge failure unless it has been assessed.
For work in the county, compare plumbers in Meath
Frequently asked questions
Is €150 the complete cost?+
No. The cited provider advertises a starting price plus VAT. Confirm the tap supply, any extra work and total payable for your property.[1]
Can I buy the tap myself?+
Yes, but ask the installer to confirm the exact model suits your setup and agree responsibility for unsuitable or faulty customer-supplied products.
Should I replace the sink too?+
Not automatically. Ask whether the sink and mounting area can be retained; price a sink replacement separately if you want one.
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