Erect new Washing line

How much should it cost to erect a new washing line in concrete?

Asked by Sinead on 3rd Aug 2026
Expert Trade Answers
"What I'd include
Mark out position
Dig holes for posts
Set posts securely in concrete
Install washing line and fittings
Level and tension the line
Clean up and remove excess waste

A good quote: £125 fixed price, assuming normal access and no unexpected ground conditions. Any additional work such as removing an existing post, breaking through hardstanding, or dealing with unusually difficult ground can be charged separately."
Answered on 12th Aug 2026 - Member since Aug 2026 - report
"£100 to £180 it's depending on the ground conditions and materials."
Answered on 4th Aug 2026 - Member since Aug 2026 - report
"The cost will depend on the type of washing line, the size and how much concrete work is required. For a straightforward installation with new concrete posts, I’d expect the cost to be roughly £100–£200 including materials and labour. It’s best to have the area checked first to make sure the ground conditions and access are suitable."
Answered on 15th Aug 2026 - Member since Aug 2026 - report
"£40 including materials thats the concrete and waste taken away and digging the hole"
Answered on 3rd Aug 2026 - Member since Mar 2024 - report
"£80 with materials it's just your job. Also dependent the distance because you have to make sure that the washing line left straight Otherwise, you will have to come back and fix it more when it's concrete."
Answered on 3rd Aug 2026 - Member since Apr 2025 - report
"Something like this would cost all be around £50."
Answered on 5th Aug 2026 - Member since Jun 2026 - report
"it depends on the existing pipe works, if there are no pipe work in it will cast around 450 pounds"
Answered on 5th Aug 2026 - Member since Nov 2025 - report
"I’d probably charge around £50 - £75 plus materials"
Answered on 10th Aug 2026 - Member since Aug 2026 - report
"Depending on where you live allow £40 for materials and installation assuming the washing line has been purchased. And maybe allow £20/ 30 for travelling/ getting materials"
Answered on 3rd Aug 2026 - Member since Jan 2021 - report
"For two good quality galvanized poles and an installation that will last you're looking at around £50-80 in material and about £50 in labour assuming no site complications."
Answered on 3rd Aug 2026 - Member since Nov 2025 - report
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