Overall, the cost of installing a dishwasher depends on whether you're replacing an old one or installing a brand new one and the specifications. 

If you have a sufficient area and all of the necessary utilities, delivery and installation of a brand new dishwasher might be included in the purchase price for $200, depending on the company. 

And the cost of replacing an old dishwasher can start anywhere from $30-$200 per job depending on the type of job to be done. 

A simple installation replacement is an average of $149 and $176 for a semi integrated dishwasher. 

For example, the cost of installing a Built-in Dishwasher is more expensive because it requires expertise. Typically, the fees range from $100 to $300.

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Factors to Consider When Installing a Dishwasher ​

Here are a few important things to consider before installing a dishwasher. 

• Cabinetry; You'll need a place for the unit, which you may create by removing a cabinet beneath a counter. 
• Plumbing; You're taping a water line and connecting a drain line to the unit's position. 
• The electrical outlet; To power the device, you'll need access to a circuit.
• The type of dishwasher; You'll also require the machine itself. (Of course!)​​​

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Why Installing a Dishwasher is Expensive

Unfortunately, installing a dishwasher isn't a one man job. You'll require services of different people which sums up to a generally higher price. 
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​Electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and flooring repairs costs are not done by an installer. If any repairs are required, get them made prior to the arrival of the installer. If the technician needs to come back another day to finish the installation, there will be extra costs.

You might need to hire: 

• An electrician- this is around $80-$150 per hour depending on the area you live in. 
• A plumber- the average rate is $70-90 but the fixed rate per service is $150-$180 
• Cabinet makers- the price varies according to the complexity of the job, location and experience. But on average the price is about $50-$70 an hour

Let's break this down even further; 

Plumbing

Quite often, there is always a concern with the plumbing. Either, the water cutoff hasn't been used in years since the previous dishwasher was installed, and it's rusted and welded together. Or, it will not spin without cracking, and pipes are leaky. 

More time is sometimes required to turn off the water and to fix any leaks. And an installer is not a plumber, and some circumstances necessitate the assistance of a professional plumber. A plumber's hourly charges alone can reach up to $90.

Learn more about the Plumbing Code of Australia here.​

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Legal Requirements 

The cost of having a dishwasher installed depends on the retailer or plumber you choose, as well as what business needs to be done in your kitchen to accommodate it. It entails a lot more than simply plugging it in. The installer must first get a license. 

A license for anything is costly. It also takes a significant amount of study time to pass the requisite examinations, not to mention any additional restrictions imposed by the municipal, state or other authorities.

Electrical

The electrical system is relatively simple. They are hardwired into a dedicated breaker, in most cases. The time required to identify the breaker box and the suitable breaker is the only significant difficulty. 
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An electrician will have to do the necessary modifications if the electrical supply isn't grounded or connected to other equipment.

Learn more about the Home Electrical Safety Regulations of Australia here.

Cabinet Makers

If you're designing a kitchen from scratch, it is easier to leave space for cabinets. But when accommodating a dishwasher in a fully designed kitchen you may need to remodel your cabinets.
 
The cost of a basic kitchen renovation in Australia is $20,000-$30,000! Don't worry, that's the cost of an entire kitchen renovation. 
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Cabinet makers can charge anywhere from $50-$70 exclusive of the materials costs. This varies according to the type of wood you want. 
For instance laminated timber is anywhere around $450 per square metre.

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Flooring

Many layers of flooring/linoleum laud are laid down on top of one other, particularly in vintage kitchens. To get an old dishwasher out, these layers must be cut down. This is not the installer's area of expertise or duty.

You might hire a carpenter to do this ahead of time. 

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How to Install a Dishwasher

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There are four parts to a dishwasher installation:

1. The Dishwasher's Actual Placement Beneath a Counter

The number one consideration is that the dishwasher fits in the usual tight space allocated for the dishwasher. If not, so adjust the tilt so that it slides into the area but is as level as possible.

2. Electricity Supplies

When it comes to connecting it to your electricity, you should have your supplies ready.

3. The Drain Lines

A dishwasher drain must be fitted before the trap; simply inquire at your local home shop for a dishwasher drain adapter.

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• To ensure that the dishwasher works, the fit must be perfectly fitted
• You'll need a carpenter, a plumber, and an electrician
• There must be electricity and a power point connected to the dishwasher.
• A few holes need to be bored into the cabinet, one for the water supply and one for the drain out.
• The kitchen sink drainage has to be changed to accommodate the dishwasher draining into it, and everything had to be linked.
• The water supply has to be changed to include a valve and a pipe leading to the dishwasher.
• The dishwasher must be leveled/lifted to the proper height, and fastened to the side cabinets or the countertop.

Conclusion

When it comes to installing a dishwasher, there are numerous factors to consider, and you must be informed about all of them and prepared for the worst. You're tinkering with the home's electrical and water systems.

You'll be working with cabinets, floors, and countertops as well. 

You'll have twice as much work to perform if you're removing the old dishwasher and installing the new one. For double the job, the labor price will be doubled.