How Much Does Medicine cabinet install Cost?
Medicine cabinet install typically costs $150 to $320 as a national estimate. The biggest price drivers are surface-mount vs. recessed, what's inside the wall, old cabinet removal and patching.
National estimate from the HandymanQuote price book · Prices reviewed August 30, 2026
National average range — your local pro sets their own price after reviewing your details.
Medicine cabinet install price ranges
Estimated tiers within the national range. Your local pro sets the actual price.
Basic
$150 – $201
Straightforward job, easy access, standard materials, nothing unexpected behind the surface.
Standard
$201 – $278
The most common outcome: typical scope, mid-grade materials, a little prep or adjustment along the way.
Extensive
$278 – $320+
Larger scope, premium materials, difficult access, or repairs needed before the main work can start.
Estimated time on site
About 1 hrs – 2.5 hrs for a standard job.
Estimated labor vs. materials
Roughly 65% labor and 35% materials for this type of work.
What affects the cost of medicine cabinet install?
Surface-mount vs. recessed
A surface-mounted cabinet screws to the wall; a recessed unit means cutting the drywall and framing an opening between studs.
What's inside the wall
Wiring, plumbing or a stud in the wrong spot can force the opening to move or the cabinet to be surface-mounted instead.
Old cabinet removal and patching
Pulling an existing recessed cabinet usually leaves drywall damage that needs patching and paint.
Local labor rates
Rates vary market to market. Your quote reflects what the pro in your ZIP actually charges — not a national guess.
What's typically included?
- Shutting off water where needed
- Removing the old item
- Installing and sealing
- Testing for leaks
Scope varies by pro — confirm what your quote covers.
What can increase the price?
- Surface-mount vs. recessed: A surface-mounted cabinet screws to the wall; a recessed unit means cutting the drywall and framing an opening between studs.
- What's inside the wall: Wiring, plumbing or a stud in the wrong spot can force the opening to move or the cabinet to be surface-mounted instead.
- Old cabinet removal and patching: Pulling an existing recessed cabinet usually leaves drywall damage that needs patching and paint.
What can lower the price?
- Clear access to the work area before the pro arrives
- Bundling several projects into one visit to share the trip charge
- Supplying your own fixture or materials when your pro allows it
When should you hire a professional?
Possible if you've done this exact work before, but the margin for error is thin. One bad cut, cracked tile, or slow leak costs more to put right than the original quote — and you still end up paying a pro to finish it.
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How much does medicine cabinet install cost?
Our national estimate for medicine cabinet install is $150 to $320. This is a planning range from the HandymanQuote national price book, not a guaranteed quote or an average of completed jobs. Enter your ZIP for an estimate based on local contractor pricing where available.
How long does medicine cabinet install take?
Plan on roughly 1 hrs – 2.5 hrs on site for a typical job. Larger scope or surprises found once work starts can extend that.
What makes medicine cabinet install cost more?
A surface-mounted cabinet screws to the wall; a recessed unit means cutting the drywall and framing an opening between studs. Wiring, plumbing or a stud in the wrong spot can force the opening to move or the cabinet to be surface-mounted instead. Pulling an existing recessed cabinet usually leaves drywall damage that needs patching and paint.
How we estimate medicine cabinet install prices
The $150–$320 range is a national estimate from the HandymanQuote price book, reviewed August 30, 2026. It is not an average of completed jobs and not a guaranteed quote. The tiers, time on site, and labor split are estimates derived from that range. When you enter your ZIP code and project details, you get an estimate based on local contractor pricing where a vetted pro serves your area, or the national estimate where one doesn't yet.
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