Cost to Install a Baseboard
Updated: April 2021
| Item details | Qty | Low | High | |
| Baseboard Cost Non-discounted retail pricing for: 2.25" x 0.594"oak ranch style base molding. Basic profile. Length to 16 ft. Quantity includes typical waste overage, material for repair and local delivery. | 132 linear feet | $327.92 | $494.67 | |
| Baseboard Installation Labor, Basic Basic labor to install baseboard with favorable site conditions. Measure, cut (1 miter and 1 coped end per section) base molding and finish nail molding. Patch and smooth nail holes and if painting caulk edge gaps. Includes planning, equipment and material acquisition, area preparation and protection, setup and cleanup. | 132 linear feet | $327.92 | $494.67 | |
| Baseboard Installation Job Supplies Cost of related materials and supplies typically required to install baseboard including: fasteners, connectors, surface preparation and finishing materials. | 132 linear feet | $327.92 | $494.67 | |
| Baseboard Installation Equipment Allowance Job related costs of specialty equipment used for job quality and efficiency, including: Pneumatic finish nailer, 12" compound miter saw, biscuit joiner, detail sander. Daily rental. Consumables extra. | 132 linear feet | $327.92 | $494.67 | |
| Option: Remove Molding Score perimeter of trim, where trim is bonded to adjacent surface(s). Pry trim away from surface without damaging adjacent surfaces, finishes or hardware. Remove trim millwork from premises. | 132 linear feet | $327.92 | $494.67 | |
| Baseboard Debris Disposal Costs to load and haul away old materials, installation waste and associated debris. | 132 linear feet | 0.118125 | 0.134375 | |
| Unused Minimum Labor Balance of 2 hr(s) minimum labor charge that can be applied to other tasks. | ||||
| Totals - Cost To Install Baseboard | ||||
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For a basic project in zip code 47474 with 125 linear feet, the cost to Install a Baseboard starts at $7.50 - $11.65 per linear foot. Actual costs will depend on job size, conditions, and options.
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Cost to Install a Baseboard - Notes and General Information
These estimates are for BASIC work performed in serviceable conditions by qualified trade professionals using MID GRADE materials. Work not mentioned on this page and/or work using master craftsman, premium materials and project supervision will result in HIGHER COSTS! Explore the full range of wood baseboard new installation labor options and material prices here.
These estimates are NOT substitutes for written quotes from trade professionals. Homewyse strongly recommends that you contact reputable professionals for accurate assessments of work required and costs for your project - before making any decisions or commitments.
The cost estimate includes:
- Costs for local material / equipment delivery to and service provider transportation to and from the job site.
- Costs to prepare the worksite for Baseboard Installation, including costs to protect existing structure(s), finishes, materials and components.
- Labor setup time, mobilization time and minimum hourly charges that are commonly included for small Baseboard Installation jobs.
The cost estimate does NOT include:
- Costs for removing, relocating, repairing, or modifying existing framing, surfacing, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems - or bringing those systems into compliance with current building codes.
- Costs for testing and remediation of hazardous materials (asbestos, lead, etc).
- General contractor overhead and markup for organizing and supervising the Baseboard Installation. Add 13% to 22% to the total cost above if a general contractor will supervise this project.
- Sales tax on materials and supplies.
- Permit or inspection fees (or portion thereof) required by your local building department for your overall project.
References - Baseboard Installation
- Product and Supplies Data: Lowes Cabinets Lowes , Apr 2021, Website
- Product and Supplies Data: Home Depot Cabinets Home Depot, Apr 2021, Website
- Product and Supplies Data: Lowes Moulding and Millwork Products Reeb Millwork, Apr 2021, Website
- Product and Supplies Data: Home Depot Moulding and Millwork Products Home Depot, Apr 2021, Website
- Carpentry,4th Edition Amer Technical Pub; 4th edition, Sep 2003, Leonard Koel, ISBN 826907385
- The Building Estimator's Reference Book , Mar 2012,
- Carpentry and Building Construction, Student Text Glencoe/McGraw-Hill; 6th edition, Jan 2003, Mark Feirer, John Feirer, ISBN 007822702X
- Cabinetmaking and Millwork MacMillan Publishing Company; 5 Revised edition, Jul 1989, John Feirer, ISBN 25373552
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