How much does laundry and ironing cost in Ireland?
Laundry and ironing in Dublin costs about €30–€45 for the most common job (iron one basket), labour only, in 2026. Across all laundry and ironing jobs, prices run from €20 to €60, 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
Laundry and ironing prices by job
| Job | Usual time | Dublin | Cork | Galway | Limerick |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iron one basket (each) | 1h 30m | €30–€45 | €30–€40 | €30–€40 | €25–€40 |
| Iron shirts (per 10) (each) | 1h | €25–€40 | €25–€35 | €25–€35 | €20–€35 |
| Wash, dry and fold laundry | 2h | €40–€60 | €35–€55 | €35–€55 | €35–€55 |
| Change and wash bedding (each) | 45 min | €20–€35 | €20–€30 | €20–€30 | €20–€30 |
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.
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- 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
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Questions
How much does laundry and ironing cost in Ireland?
Laundry and ironing in Dublin costs about €30–€45 for the most common job (iron one basket), labour only, in 2026. Across all laundry and ironing jobs, prices run from €20 to €60, 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 iron one basket in Dublin?
Usually €30–€45 each for labour, and it takes about 1h 30m on site.
How much does it cost to iron shirts (per 10) in Dublin?
Usually €25–€40 each for labour, and it takes about 1h on site.
How much does it cost to wash, dry and fold laundry in Dublin?
Usually €40–€60 for labour, and it takes about 2h on site.
Are materials included?
Uses your iron, board and machine.
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