How much does furniture assembly cost in Ireland?
Furniture assembly in Dublin costs about €50–€90 for the most common job (build a small wardrobe (1 to 2 doors)), labour only, in 2026. Across all furniture assembly jobs, prices run from €15 to €200, a little less in Cork, Galway and Limerick.
Updated November 2026 · Guide prices from Irish price guides and typical local rates.
Typical labour cost in Dublin
Furniture assembly prices by job
| Job | Usual time | Dublin | Cork | Galway | Limerick |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Build a small wardrobe (1 to 2 doors) (each) | 1h 30m | €50–€90 | €45–€85 | €45–€85 | €45–€80 |
| Build a large or PAX wardrobe (3+ doors, sliding) (each) | 3h 30m | €110–€200 | €100–€185 | €100–€185 | €95–€175 |
| Build a bed frame (each) | 1h 15m | €45–€85 | €40–€80 | €40–€80 | €40–€75 |
| Build a chest of drawers (each) | 1h 10m | €40–€75 | €35–€70 | €35–€70 | €35–€65 |
| Build a bedside table or small unit (each) | 25 min | €20–€35 | €20–€30 | €20–€30 | €20–€30 |
| Build a desk (each) | 1h | €35–€70 | €30–€65 | €30–€65 | €30–€60 |
| Build a table and chairs (each) | 1h | €35–€70 | €30–€65 | €30–€65 | €30–€60 |
| Build a bookcase or shelving unit (each) | 45 min | €30–€60 | €30–€55 | €30–€55 | €25–€55 |
| Build a TV unit or sideboard (each) | 1h | €35–€70 | €30–€65 | €30–€65 | €30–€60 |
| Assemble a sofa or sofa bed (each) | 1h | €40–€80 | €35–€75 | €35–€75 | €35–€70 |
| Assemble garden furniture (each) | 1h | €35–€75 | €30–€70 | €30–€70 | €30–€65 |
| Assemble an office chair (each) | 20 min | €15–€30 | €15–€30 | €15–€30 | €15–€25 |
| Assemble gym equipment (treadmill, bike) (each) | 1h 30m | €60–€120 | €55–€110 | €55–€110 | €55–€105 |
| Build kids furniture or a play set (each) | 1h 15m | €45–€90 | €40–€85 | €40–€85 | €40–€80 |
| Take furniture apart for a move (each) | 40 min | €30–€60 | €30–€55 | €30–€55 | €25–€55 |
| Anchor a tall unit to the wall (each) | 15 min | €15–€30 | €15–€30 | €15–€30 | €15–€25 |
Labour only, before materials and Helpsii’s €1.50 booking fee. Extra items of the same kind usually cost about 25% less each. Helpers set their own prices, and you approve the price before anyone is booked.
What changes the price
- How many items or rooms
- Size and condition
- Stairs, parking and access
- Materials or parts needed
- Same-day or evening bookings
- The helper’s level: Go, Pro or Elite
Helper brings tools. Wall fixings for tall units usually included.
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Questions
How much does furniture assembly cost in Ireland?
Furniture assembly in Dublin costs about €50–€90 for the most common job (build a small wardrobe (1 to 2 doors)), labour only, in 2026. Across all furniture assembly jobs, prices run from €15 to €200, a little less in Cork, Galway and Limerick. The price depends on size, access and whether materials are needed.
How much does it cost to build a small wardrobe (1 to 2 doors) in Dublin?
Usually €50–€90 each for labour, and it takes about 1h 30m on site.
How much does it cost to build a large or PAX wardrobe (3+ doors, sliding) in Dublin?
Usually €110–€200 each for labour, and it takes about 3h 30m on site.
How much does it cost to build a bed frame in Dublin?
Usually €45–€85 each for labour, and it takes about 1h 15m on site.
Are materials included?
Helper brings tools. Wall fixings for tall units usually included.
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