Updated: January 2021
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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 | $187.04 | $282.15 | |
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 | $187.04 | $282.15 | |
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 | $187.04 | $282.15 | |
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 | $187.04 | $282.15 | |
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 | $187.04 | $282.15 | |
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 $5.96 - $9.28 per linear foot. Actual costs will depend on job size, conditions, and options.
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