Blog › Aug 20, 2026
Looking up dishwasher installation cost Miami? Skip the national “$150–$400” ranges. Below is Gold Hands’ 2026 labor menu for Sunny Isles, Aventura, Brickell, and the rest of Miami-Dade — what is included, what adds cost, and how condo kitchens change the job.
Key takeaways
- Existing hookups: $179 labor
- Old unit removal + new install: $219
- First-time install (no prior dishwasher): $299
- Air gap / high-loop drain: $49 · Cabinet trim: $65
- Appliance not included — you buy, or we pick up at cost
Dishwasher install prices — Gold Hands Miami
| Job | Labor |
|---|---|
| Standard dishwasher installation (existing hookups) | $179 |
| Installation with old unit removal | $219 |
| First-time install (no existing hookup) | $299 |
| Air gap / high-loop drain fix (add-on) | $49 |
| Cabinet trim/panel adjustment (add-on) | $65 |
Prices are labor only. Hard-water Miami shutoffs that will not close, rusted brackets, or undersized openings get called out before we force a fit.
What Miami kitchens usually throw at you
- Corroded shutoff valves under older Coral Gables and Miami Beach sinks — we will not open a stuck valve and walk away.
- Condo dishwasher drains — many towers require a high loop or air gap; skipping it can back-siphon into the machine.
- Panel-ready units in modern Brickell kitchens need extra time for trim alignment ($65 add-on when needed).
- Freight elevators — book the dock window before delivery day so the box is in the kitchen when we arrive.
What is included
Disconnect/reconnect water, drain, and power on existing lines; level the unit; test a full fill/drain cycle; haul the old machine when that package is booked. We do not run new electrical circuits or permit-level plumbing — that is outside handyman scope and we say so up front.
Recommendations
- Send cabinet opening width and photos of the shutoff + drain before booking.
- Confirm your HOA allows daytime appliance swaps and whether a COI is required.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does dishwasher installation cost in Miami?
Gold Hands labor starts at $179 for a standard install on existing hookups, $219 when we haul the old unit, and $299 for a first-time install with no existing connection. Air-gap or high-loop drain fixes are $49; cabinet trim/panel work is $65.
Do you supply the dishwasher?
You can buy your own 24-inch built-in, or we can pick one up at cost. We install any standard brand as long as the cabinet opening and hookups match.
Can you install a dishwasher in a Miami condo where there was never one?
Yes if water and drain reach under the sink. New long piping runs beyond handyman scope get flagged and referred for the plumbing portion — we still handle the appliance set and finish work when the lines are ready.
Why does a new dishwasher leak at the door in South Florida?
Usually leveling or a twisted door gasket — both common when the floor is slightly out of level in older Miami kitchens. We level the unit and check the seal before we leave.
How long does the job take?
A swap on existing hookups is typically about an hour. First-time installs take longer and are quoted after a quick photo look at the cabinet and shutoffs.