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The average mudroom addition costs $12,000, and most homeowners pay between $6,500 and $18,000, depending on the size and customizations.
The size, features, and material quality are the biggest cost factors.
Converting an existing space is half of the cost of building new.
Mudroom addition costs between $100 and $300 per square foot.
You can save 10% to 20% by DIYing the finishing work.
A mudroom addition costs between $6,500 and $18,000, with a national average of $12,000. This cost breaks down to between $100 and $300 per square foot. The total cost of your project will depend on how big the mudroom is and the customizations you choose, as well as the quality of the materials you pick.
The size of your mudroom is the most significant cost factor of the project. You can expect to pay between $100 and $300 per square foot. Since mudrooms are relatively small, coming in around 120 square feet or less, the total cost will be lower than if you were adding a large primary suite or a dining room addition. Converting an existing space to a mudroom could cost between $50 and $100 per square foot.
Size (sq ft) | Conversion | Addition |
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36 | $1,800–$3,600 | $3,600–$10,800 |
49 | $2,500–$4,900 | $4,900–$14,700 |
64 | $3,200–$6,400 | $6,400–$19,200 |
81 | $4,100–$8,100 | $8,1000–$24,300 |
100 | $5,000–$10,000 | $10,000–$30,000 |
120 | $6,000–$12,000 | $12,000–$36,000 |
Unless you’re completing a simple conversion of existing space, you’ll need to hire a home addition contractor near you to handle the work. They’ll be able to put down a foundation, frame the room, install the siding and roofing, and finish the room with insulation, drywall, flooring, and whatever customizations you choose. General contractors charge an additional 10% to 20% of the project's total cost. So, if your mudroom addition costs $12,000, the contractor fees will be between $1,200 and $2,400.
Here are some individual projects your contractor will handle for your mudroom addition, plus average prices
Drywall installation: $1.50–$3 per sq. ft.
Framing: $7–$16 per sq. ft.
Roofing: $4–$11 per sq. ft.
Siding: $3–$12 per sq. ft.
Foundation: $5–$12 per sq. ft.
Flooring: $3–$25 per sq. ft.
Hiring an electrician costs between $50 and $130 per hour, but for larger projects like mudroom installation, your pro may charge a flat fee or set prices based on the number of fixtures and outlets you need them to install.
Cost per outlet: $200–$300
Cost per light fixture: $150–$6,000 (including materials)
Cost per light switch: $85–$200
Cost to install a ceiling fan: $150–$350
You may not need to hire a plumber at all if you just want a dedicated space to leave boots, shoes, keys, and jackets, but adding plumbing to your mudroom may drive up your total. Adding a utility sink, for example, will cost between $200 and $500 and could give you a convenient place to wash off muddy boots. Installing a pet washing station is another high-end option you may want to consider, but this will cost $1,000 to $2,000. A simple hose bib installation will run you $150 to $500.
The location you decide to install your mudroom in your home can have an effect on pricing, too. It’s most affordable to build where there’s already an exterior door and a foundation, like just outside the door leading into your garage or on an existing porch or deck. Pricing will increase if you need to pour a foundation for the bump-out and open up the exterior wall to install a door leading into your home.
Location in Home | Cost Range |
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Basement | $3,000–$10,000 |
Bump-out | $18,000–$36,000 |
Garage | $3,000–$10,000 |
Living room | $3,000–$10,000 |
Porch | $6,000–$18,000 |
Rear deck/patio | $6,000–$18,000 |
Ultimately, how much it costs to build a mudroom will depend on a few factors, so be sure to consider all of the following to get an accurate estimate.
Pouring a new foundation for your mudroom will cost between $1,000 and $5,000, depending on the size, so you’ll see this added line item if you’re building a bump-out for your mudroom. In that case, you’ll also pay an additional $3,000 to $8,000 for exterior building materials and construction, including framing, siding, and roofing. You can skip most of these costs if you convert an existing space, like part of your garage, to a mudroom instead.
Some contractors may not include a clean-up after they complete the construction, so you may need to pay more for this service. This could include removing excess building materials, returning your yard to its former status if you have a new mudroom foundation poured, or creating a smooth transition between your mudroom and your living space.
Depending on the work you need done, a clean-up service could cost between $100 and $1,000. Keep in mind that some contractors may include some of these line items in their original estimates. You can also ask your contractor if you can do the clean up on your own to save some money on the final cost.
What is a mudroom without built-in storage? If you really want to get your space looking professional, clean, and organized, you might want to consider built-in storage, like cabinets, drawers, or shelving.
DIY mudroom lockers could save you some money on labor, but materials will still cost around $500 for a professional-looking set-up. Having the same work done by your mudroom expert could cost between $1,000 and $1,250.
If there’s one area you don’t want to skimp on when building an entryway into your home, it’s the mudroom flooring. The floors in your mudroom will see a lot of foot traffic, rain, snow, leaves, dirt, sand, and more. You could spend $100 installing simple vinyl tiles, but it’s best to go with a more durable ceramic tile or luxury vinyl plank floor. These will cost between $300 and $2,400 for a standard 120-square-foot mudroom.
Higher-quality, waterproof floors that are easy to clean will stand up to the use they’re sure to see in a mudroom, and they’ll make your cleaning protocol a whole lot easier.
The cost to paint a mudroom will depend on the size of the space and the complexity of the work, but the average costs sit between $250 and $750 for an average mudroom. You can expect to spend between $2 and $6 per square foot you need painted. Keep in mind that this total can be a bit lower than your total square footage, as built-in lockers and shiplap are common in mudrooms and can cover up portions that would otherwise need painting.
The finishing touches you want after the primary construction of your mudroom will play a major role in your costs. If you want to build custom mudroom lockers and built-in storage and fit the space with waterproof flooring and decor, your price will be much higher than if you just go with the basics.
Depending on your mudroom ideas and who does the work, you could pay as little as $300 or as much as $7,500 to finish your mudroom according to your storage needs and personalized preferences.
Finish Type | Average Cost |
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Accent wall painting | $1–$40 per square foot |
Crown molding | $4–23 per linear foot |
Dutch door | $3,000 |
Recessed lighting | $180 per fixture |
Shiplap | $300–$800 |
Mudrooms are utilitarian in nature, serving as storage areas and a place to take off and put on shoes, boots, coats, and other outdoor wear without getting your living space dirty. However, lots of homeowners deck out their mudrooms to make them more visually appealing and add additional utility to the areas, making them the perfect drop zone for the house.
Customizations are, of course, custom, so pricing will vary widely, depending on what you want to add to your new space.
Option | Cost |
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Mudroom lockers | $500–$1,250 |
Mudroom cubbies | $150–$500 |
Shelving units | $100–$300 each |
Built-in shelves | $300–$600+ |
Laundry connections | $500–$750 |
Folding station | $100–$400 |
Finally, you’ll likely need building permits if you’re framing out a new mudroom in an existing living space, and you’ll definitely need them if you’re having a professional build a mudroom bump-out on your home.
Building permits vary widely depending on your location and your local building department, but permits for mudrooms will cost between $125 and $1,000, with an average cost of $250.
Building a mudroom addition is always going to be more expensive because you’ll be paying to pour a new foundation, erect walls, and “dry-in” the space with siding and roofing. On average, building a new structure to house a mudroom will cost between $18,000 and $36,000, while converting an existing space to a mudroom will cost just $3,000 to $10,000. Just keep in mind that converting an area in your living room or entryway will take away from your usable living space.
You can save between $1,000 and $7,000 by building your mudroom yourself over hiring a pro. However, a DIY mudroom is only feasible if you’re converting an existing closet or cabinet and don’t need to make changes to your plumbing or electrical systems to meet your needs. Most homeowners can tackle building custom shelving and organizational equipment. Experienced DIYers could even frame out an area of their homes for a mudroom.
However, if you want a dedicated home bump-out built for your mudroom or you want new plumbing connections, outlets, or light fixtures in the space, you’ll need to hire a professional who builds home additions and can tackle changes to utilities. They have the skills and tools to do the job to your liking—and on schedule.
[For a home addition], we charge piece-by-piece for the project, then we add our profit and overhead. For example, lumber for the project, permits, demolition, electrical, plumbing, and drywall. I add them up and then add our profit and overhead. On smaller jobs, we work by the hour and then add the material on top of that.
There are a few ways besides DIYing to save money on your mudroom addition costs.
Build inside an existing space. Building a mudroom in a garage, a screened-in porch, or an existing closet will cost around 50% less than building a bump-out.
Go small. Avoid oversizing your mudroom, as mudroom additions can cost up to $300 per additional square foot.
Consider future expansions. If you want plumbing or electrical hookups for a laundry area, utility sink, or dog shower station, have the utilities roughed in now. You’ll spend money upfront but will save down the road by not having to demo and rebuild to add square footage.
Don’t cut corners on flooring. It’s better to pay a premium for a high-quality, durable, waterproof floor. You’ll spend more upfront, but you won’t have to take the time or money to replace flooring that wears down more quickly over time in your high-traffic mudroom.
Adding a mudroom often increases the value of your home, but there are some exceptions. For the most part, adding a mudroom adds some additional utility to your property and helps protect building materials in your living area, especially your flooring, which can add value.
Building a mudroom yields an average ROI of about 50%.
However, taking away living space to build a mudroom might not be beneficial from a property value perspective. If you build a mudroom in a garage, an existing closet, or a screened-in porch, though, your home value will almost certainly go up, and home additions will almost always increase property value, too.
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