When it comes to water and electricity, it is always worth going down the safer route to pay a professional plumber for the installation or removal of a washing machine, whether it’s a freestanding or integrated washing machine. 

So how much does washing machine installation cost? We’ll go through it in this guide.

How much will it cost to install a washing machine?

How much it costs a plumber to install a washing machine depends on whether it’s freestanding or integrated and whether you want it fitted in the same place as your old one or whether you need additional pipework. 

On average, a simple installation of a freestanding washing machine in place of the old one is £70.

These prices are just estimates based on our database of hourly and daily rates of plumbers in the UK. Where you live has a big impact on plumber rates, with London and the south east usually having the highest rates. Check your nearest town or city on our washing machine installation cost table to get a more accurate idea of the price in your area. 

Cost of washing machines

Image	Name	Cost
	Russell Hobbs RH914W116 9kg	£339.00
	Hisense 5S Series WF5S1245BW 12kg	£469.00
	AEG 7000 LFR71864B 8kg	£579.00
	Samsung Series 8 AI Energy 11kg	£729.00
	ASKO W2086C.W 8kg	£1199.00
	Miele W1 Excellence WEI865 9kg	£1335.51

Do I need special plumbing for a washing machine?

For a washing machine to run efficiently, it has four basic needs: a level base to sit on, an electric socket for power, a waste pipe and a water feed. As a washing machine is usually fitted indoors on a kitchen, bathroom or utility floor, this means the floor should be even to begin with. If there is a slight ‘wobble’ on your washing machine, you can adjust the feet to ensure a steady smoothness so that during the spin cycle there will not be any movement that could put stress on the washing machine drum.

The need for an electricity socket is an obvious ‘power-up’ need for any appliance. When moving into a home, most homes have an allocated spot for the washing machine to be installed where there is the water feed pipe as well as access to the waste pipe. Usually, the cold water is connected to the machine to save money and be more energy efficient. Washing machines come with a built-in heating element so the machine can warm the water rather than your boiler.

To dispel the waste water, the washing machine will be supplied with a flexi-hose and this will either need a waste pipe standing upright to be ‘hooked’ over to it or it will need to be fitted to join the waste pipework under the kitchen sink.

Can I have my washing machine installed in a new location?

Yes, you can have a washing machine relocated and installed in a new area of your home. It should sit on a hard floor incase of any water leaks and to make it easier to empty the filter. Water leaking out could destroy a carpet and or make it smell as you can’t dry it out effectively. 

There will need to be a water pipe near for the plumber to ‘tap into’ for the cold feed and the plumber may have to extend pipework to reach the waste pipework for draining water from the machine. If you’re planning to install your new washing machine in a bathroom, just remember that any plug sockets have to be a few metres away from a bath or shower and do check with the manufacturer of your machine that it is safe to fit in the bathroom.

How much will it cost to repair my washing machine?

If your washing machine stops working, perhaps it is not draining, not bringing in water, is extremely noisy or making a burning smell on the spin cycle, then before getting into the expense of replacing your machine, you could call an appliance repair specialist to repair it. 

It generally costs around £65 for a call-out fee to diagnose a washing machine fault. A small job like motor brushes could cost £85 to fix, while a new drum could be as much as £260.

Common issues with washing machines include limescale blockages in the pipework, dog hair blocking the filter or deteriorated seals. If it is a faulty part, for example the heating element is broken or the pump is burnt out, most appliance repair specialists will be able to source the parts and replace any worn out components without charging you more than an hour’s call-out and the cost of the materials ordered (generic parts mostly are cheaper than the brand manufacturer).

Can I install a washing machine myself?

You certainly can install a washing machine yourself if you are confident and able to connect up the pipework. However, if your machine is integrated or in a tight spot, it can be more difficult to access the pipes and power supply.

If you’re unsure, we’d always recommend asking a plumber to install it for you so you have peace of mind that it’s done correctly.

Ready to get quotes to have your washing machine installed? Post your job with HaMuch now and we’ll put you in touch with plumbers in your area. 

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