Average plumber costs: hourly rates, common job prices, and what affects pricing in the US, Poland, the Netherlands, and Spain.
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Real price ranges for the trades we cover — by job type, by country, and what actually drives the bill up.
Cost is usually the deciding factor when you hire a tradesperson — but the headline rate on a contractor's flyer rarely matches what you'll actually pay. Hourly labor is only one piece of the bill: parts, permits, hauling, after-hours premiums, and access surcharges all stack on top. Our cost guides break down each trade so you can see what a job typically costs, what swings the price, and where you can reasonably negotiate.
Every guide is built from three sources: real provider quotes collected through HireLocal, public industry data (BLS, HomeAdvisor, Angi), and direct input from licensed pros in our network. Prices are broken out by country — the United States, Poland, the Netherlands, Spain, and Cyprus — because labor markets and licensing rules swing the bill more than most homeowners realize. A panel upgrade that runs $1,500 in the US can land closer to €800 in Spain; an emergency plumber in Poland will not bill the same as one in the Netherlands.
This hub covers 50+ cost guides across 15+ trades, from common repairs (clogged drain, leaky faucet) to multi-day projects (roof replacement, kitchen remodel). Each guide includes an itemized table of job-by-job prices, factors that affect the cost, and country-specific ranges. When you're ready to act, every guide links straight to local pros — so you can go from research to a free quote in two clicks.
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Average electrician costs: hourly rates, common job prices, and what affects pricing in the US, Poland, the Netherlands, and Spain.
View guideAverage HVAC repair and installation costs: hourly rates, common job prices in the US, Poland, the Netherlands, and Spain.
View guideAverage roofing costs: repair vs replacement, per square, and what affects pricing in the US, Poland, the Netherlands, and Spain.
View guideAverage house cleaning costs: per visit, per square foot, deep cleaning vs regular pricing in the US, Poland, the Netherlands, and Spain.
View guideAverage moving costs: local vs long-distance, by home size, and what affects pricing in the US, Poland, the Netherlands, and Spain.
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Every guide, grouped by trade
Plumbing
5 guides- How Much Does a Plumber Cost?$50–$150/hr
Average plumber costs: hourly rates, common job prices, and what affects pricing in the US, Poland, the Netherlands, and Spain.
- How Much Does a Tankless Water Heater Cost?$2,500–$5,000/job
Tankless (on-demand) water heater costs by type, fuel, and capacity — plus what affects total install cost.
- How Much Does an Emergency Plumber Cost?$100–$250/hr
Average emergency plumber costs: after-hours rates, common emergency scenarios, and pricing in the US, Poland, the Netherlands, and Spain.
- How Much Does Drain Cleaning Cost?$150–$400/job
Average drain cleaning costs: snaking, hydro-jetting, camera inspection, and pricing in the US, Poland, the Netherlands, and Spain.
- How Much Does Water Heater Installation Cost?$800–$2,500/job
Average water heater installation costs: tank vs tankless, gas vs electric, and pricing in the US, Poland, the Netherlands, and Spain.
Electrical
6 guides- How Much Does an Electrical Panel Upgrade Cost?$1,500–$4,000/job
Average panel upgrade costs: 100-amp to 200-amp upgrades, subpanel installation, and pricing in the US, Poland, and the Netherlands.
- How Much Does an Electrician Cost?$50–$150/hr
Average electrician costs: hourly rates, common job prices, and what affects pricing in the US, Poland, the Netherlands, and Spain.
- How Much Does Electrical Wiring Cost?$4,000–$10,000/job
Average electrical wiring costs: rewiring a house, adding circuits, and what affects pricing in the US, Poland, and the Netherlands.
- How Much Does EV Charger Installation Cost?$800–$2,000/job
Average cost to install a Level 2 home EV charger: equipment, electrical work, permits, and what affects the final price in the US, Poland, and the Netherlands.
- How Much Does Solar Panel Installation Cost?
Average solar panel installation costs: system sizes, per-watt pricing, incentives, and what affects pricing in the US, Poland, the Netherlands, and Spain.
- How Much Does Whole-Home Generator Installation Cost?$5,000–$15,000/system
Standby generator costs by kW size, fuel type (natural gas vs propane), and what affects the install in the US, Poland, and the Netherlands.
HVAC
8 guides- How Much Does AC Installation Cost?$3,000–$7,000/system
Average AC installation costs: central air, mini-split, and window units with pricing in the US, Poland, the Netherlands, and Spain.
- How Much Does Air Duct Cleaning Cost?
Average air duct cleaning costs: whole-house pricing, per-vent rates, and what affects pricing in the US, Poland, the Netherlands, and Spain.
- How Much Does Dryer Vent Cleaning Cost?$100–$200/job
Dryer vent cleaning costs, why it matters for fire prevention, and how often you should book a service.
- How Much Does Furnace Repair Cost?$150–$650/job
Average furnace repair costs: common repairs, replacement pricing, and what to expect in the US, Poland, the Netherlands, and Spain.
- How Much Does Heat Pump Installation Cost?$5,000–$18,000/system
Whole-home heat pump installation costs in the US, Poland, and the Netherlands — including IRA tax credits and rebates.
- How Much Does HVAC Installation Cost?$7,000–$15,000/system
Average HVAC installation costs: full heating and cooling systems, ductwork, heat pumps, and combo systems with pricing in the US, Poland, and the Netherlands.
- How Much Does HVAC Repair Cost?$150–$650/job
Average HVAC repair and installation costs: hourly rates, common job prices in the US, Poland, the Netherlands, and Spain.
- How Much Does Mini-Split Installation Cost?$3,000–$8,000/zone
Ductless mini-split AC and heat pump installation costs by zone count, including IRA credits and what affects the total price.
Roofing
5 guides- How Much Does a Roofer Cost?$5,000–$15,000/job
Average roofing costs: repair vs replacement, per square, and what affects pricing in the US, Poland, the Netherlands, and Spain.
- How Much Does Attic Insulation Cost?
Average attic insulation costs: blown-in, batt, spray foam pricing, R-value guide, and costs in the US, Poland, the Netherlands, and Spain.
- How Much Does Gutter Installation Cost?$4–$9/lin ft
Average gutter installation costs: seamless vs sectional, materials, and pricing in the US, Poland, the Netherlands, and Spain.
- How Much Does Roof Repair Cost?$400–$1,500/job
Average roof repair costs: patching, partial and full replacement pricing in the US, Poland, and the Netherlands.
- How Much Does Skylight Installation Cost?
Average skylight installation costs: fixed, vented, tubular skylight pricing, and costs in the US, Poland, the Netherlands, and Spain.
Carpentry
7 guides- How Much Does a Carpenter Cost?$35–$100/hr
Average carpentry costs: hourly rates, common project prices, and what affects pricing in the US, Poland, the Netherlands, and Spain.
- How Much Does Cabinet Installation Cost?$200–$500/lin ft
Average cabinet installation costs: per linear foot pricing, stock vs custom options, and what affects pricing in the US, Poland, and the Netherlands.
- How Much Does Deck Building Cost?$15–$35/sq ft
Average deck building costs: wood vs composite, size, and pricing in the US, Poland, and the Netherlands.
- How Much Does Fence Installation Cost?$10–$35/lin ft
Average fence installation costs: wood, vinyl, chain-link, and metal fencing prices per linear foot in the US, Poland, and the Netherlands.
- How Much Does Flooring Installation Cost?$3–$22/sq ft
Average flooring installation costs by material: hardwood, laminate, tile, vinyl, and carpet, plus labor rates and pricing factors in the US, Poland, and the Netherlands.
- How Much Does Sauna Installation Cost?
Average sauna installation costs: indoor, outdoor, infrared, and traditional Finnish sauna pricing in the US, Poland, the Netherlands, and Spain.
- How Much Does Window Installation Cost?$300–$1,200/job
Average window installation and replacement costs: by window type, material, and size, plus what affects pricing in the US, Poland, and the Netherlands.
Painting
3 guides- How Much Does a Painter Cost?$25–$70/hr
Average painting costs: per room, per square foot, interior vs exterior pricing in the US, Poland, the Netherlands, and Spain.
- How Much Does Exterior Painting Cost?$3,000–$8,000/job
Average exterior painting costs for homes: per square foot pricing, siding types, and costs in the US, Poland, and the Netherlands.
- How Much Does Interior Painting Cost?$300–$800/room
Average interior painting costs per room and square foot, plus pricing in the US, Poland, and the Netherlands.
Landscaping
6 guides- How Much Does a Landscaper Cost?$1,000–$30,000/job
Average landscaping costs: lawn care, garden design, hardscaping prices in the US, Poland, the Netherlands, and Spain.
- How Much Does Artificial Turf Installation Cost?$8–$20/sq ft
Artificial turf installation costs per square foot, what affects the price, and how it compares to a natural lawn over time.
- How Much Does Holiday Light Installation Cost?$300–$1,500/job
Professional Christmas and holiday light installation costs, including install, takedown, and storage — what affects the final price.
- How Much Does Lawn Aeration Cost?$100–$300/job
Core lawn aeration costs by lawn size, when to aerate, and how to combine with overseeding for maximum effect.
- How Much Does Lawn Care Cost?$30–$80/job
Average lawn care costs for mowing, fertilizing, aeration, and full-service maintenance in the US, Poland, and the Netherlands.
- How Much Does Tree Service Cost?$300–$2,000/job
Average tree service costs for trimming, removal, stump grinding, and emergency work in the US, Poland, and the Netherlands.
Cleaning
5 guides- How Much Does a Chimney Sweep Cost?
Average chimney sweep costs: inspection and cleaning prices, repair costs, and what affects pricing in the US, Poland, the Netherlands, and Spain.
- How Much Does Carpet Cleaning Cost?$25–$75/room
Average carpet cleaning costs: per room, per square foot, and whole-house pricing in the US, Poland, and the Netherlands.
- How Much Does Deep Cleaning Cost?$250–$600/job
Average deep cleaning costs: per room, per hour, and flat-rate pricing in the US, Poland, and the Netherlands.
- How Much Does House Cleaning Cost?$150–$400/job
Average house cleaning costs: per visit, per square foot, deep cleaning vs regular pricing in the US, Poland, the Netherlands, and Spain.
- How Much Does Pressure Washing Cost?$150–$500/job
Average pressure washing costs: by surface type, square footage, and pricing in the US, Poland, and the Netherlands.
Moving
3 guides- How Much Do Movers Cost?$80–$150/hr
Average moving costs: local vs long-distance, by home size, and what affects pricing in the US, Poland, the Netherlands, and Spain.
- How Much Does a Moving Company Cost?$400–$2,500/job
Average moving company costs: local vs long-distance, by home size, and pricing in the US, Poland, and the Netherlands.
- How Much Does Junk Removal Cost?$150–$600/job
Average junk removal costs: by truck load, item type, and full-service pricing in the US, Poland, and the Netherlands.
Handyman
7 guides- How Much Does a Bathroom Remodel Cost?$3,000–$22,000/job
Average bathroom remodel costs: budget vs mid-range vs luxury, by project scope, and what affects pricing in the US, Poland, and the Netherlands.
- How Much Does a Handyman Cost?$50–$125/hr
Average handyman costs: hourly rates, common job prices, and what affects pricing in the US, Poland, the Netherlands, and Spain.
- How Much Does a Kitchen Remodel Cost?$5,000–$50,000/job
Average kitchen remodel costs: minor refresh vs mid-range vs major renovation, by project scope, and what affects pricing in the US, Poland, and the Netherlands.
- How Much Does Door Installation Cost?$200–$600/job
Average door installation costs: interior vs exterior, pre-hung vs slab, and pricing in the US, Poland, and the Netherlands.
- How Much Does Drywall Repair Cost?$50–$400/job
Average drywall repair costs: patch sizes, full wall replacement, and pricing in the US, Poland, and the Netherlands.
- How Much Does Garage Door Installation Cost?$800–$4,000/job
Average garage door installation and replacement costs: by door type, material, and size, plus opener costs and pricing factors in the US, Poland, and the Netherlands.
- How Much Does TV Mounting Cost?$100–$300/job
Professional TV mounting costs by TV size, mount type, and whether you need in-wall cable concealment.
Pest Control
1 guideAppliance Repair
2 guides- How Much Does Appliance Repair Cost?
Average appliance repair costs: refrigerator, washer, dryer, dishwasher, oven repair pricing and when to repair vs. replace in the US, Poland, the Netherlands, and Spain.
- How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Average refrigerator repair costs by issue: compressor, thermostat, ice maker, and when to repair vs. replace in the US, Poland, the Netherlands, and Spain.
Pool & Spa
1 guideSmart Home & Security
1 guideFoundation & Waterproofing
2 guides- How Much Does Basement Waterproofing Cost?
Average basement waterproofing costs: interior vs. exterior methods, French drains, sump pumps, and pricing in the US, Poland, the Netherlands, and Spain.
- How Much Does Foundation Repair Cost?
Average foundation repair costs: crack sealing, pier installation, and full stabilization pricing in the US, Poland, the Netherlands, and Spain.
Concrete & Masonry
1 guidePricing questions
How accurate are these price ranges?
Each range is built from real provider quotes, public BLS / industry pricing data, and updates from licensed pros on our network. Expect the low end for simple jobs in low-cost regions and the high end for complex work, emergency calls, or premium materials.Why do prices differ so much between countries?
Labor markets, licensing rules, permit costs, and material availability all swing the bill. Every guide breaks out the price range by country and explains the local factors driving it.How much extra is an emergency call?
Expect 1.5×–2× the standard rate for nights, weekends, and holidays — sometimes a flat after-hours fee on top of labor. Each guide flags the typical premium for that specific trade.What's not included in a quote?
Permits, disposal, hauling, parts mark-ups, and access surcharges (e.g. multi-story walk-ups) are often line items rather than part of the headline rate. Ask for an itemized quote when in doubt.Is requesting a quote free?
Yes. Browsing cost guides and asking local pros for quotes is free. You only pay for work you actually agree to.
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