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Cost to Install a Microwave Oven
Updated: January 2013
| Item | Quantity | Low | High |
| Microwave Oven Cost Non-discounted retail cost for common, mid-grade microwave oven. | 1 oven | $654.77 | $738.02 |
| Microwave Oven Labor Direct labor expenses to install microwave oven. | 2.0 hours | $106.50 | $106.50 |
| Microwave Oven Job Materials and Supplies Cost of supplies that may be required to install microwave oven including: connectors and fittings. | 1 oven | $25.00 | $25.00 |
| Totals - Cost to Install Microwave Oven | 1 oven | $786.27 | $869.52 |
| | Average cost per oven | $786.27 | $869.52 |
Cost to Install a Microwave Oven - 2013 Cost Calculator
The cost to Install a Microwave Oven averages $786.27 - $869.52 per oven in 2013. This Microwave Oven Installation cost estimate is calculated from average material costs, unit labor producitivity rates and national average hourly labor wages. To refine the estimate for your Microwave Oven Installation project:
1. Set Project Location Enter the location is where labor is hired and materials purchased.
2. Specify Project Size Enter the number of "items" required for the project.
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Microwave Oven Installation - Average Cost Per Oven
Expect to pay in the high end of the $786.27 - $869.52 per oven range for a licensed, bonded and insured contractor and for complex or rush projects. Hire carefully, only after verifying prior work quality.
For the best value on Microwave Oven Installation: combine related projects; get bids from several pros; and be flexible about project scheduling.
Cost to Install a Microwave Oven - Notes and General Information
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 Microwave Oven Installation, including costs to protect existing structure(s), finishes, materials and components.
- Costs for job cleanup and debris removal at project completion.
- Labor setup time, mobilization time and minimum hourly charges that are commonly included for small Microwave Oven Installation jobs.
The cost estimate does not include:
- General contractor fees for organizing and supervising the Microwave Oven Installation. Add 12.1% to 19.3% 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 therof) required by your local building department for your overall project.
Cost to Install a Microwave Oven - References
- NECA Manual of Labor Units (MLU) National Electrical Contractors Association, Mar 2011, Editorial Staff
- NKBA Kitchen Planner the National Kitchen and Bath Association, Jul 2012,
- Appliance Search The Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers, Jul 2012,
- Benchmarking Productivity Indicators for Electrical and Mechanical Projects The Journal of Construction Engineeringa nd Management, Jul 2002,
