The price of a sauna house is one of the first things a buyer looks at. Comparing the prices of two sauna houses is difficult, however, if you do not know exactly what you get for the money. In this post we explain what the price of a sauna house is made up of, which costs are added to the purchase price and how to compare offers fairly.
What makes up the price of a sauna house?
The price of a sauna house is shaped mainly by five factors. The more of them already included in the price, the less you will spend on extra work later.
- Size and layout: a larger floor area means more materials and work. The most popular sauna houses are 18 to 20 m², with room for a steam room, a washroom and a spacious lounge.
- Insulation: a summer sauna and a fully insulated sauna house differ both in price and in how they can be used. Insulating the walls, ceiling and floor with PUR foam raises the price but lets you use the sauna all year round.
- Level of completion: a turnkey sauna house is finished inside and out, while with a building kit you have to do the finishing yourself or hire someone.
- Stove and washroom: the type of stove, the shower cabin and the water heater are significant parts of the price and may be optional extras in some offers.
- Materials and roof: natural wood cladding, a quality metal roof and careful finishing affect both the price and the lifespan of the building.
Which costs are added to the purchase price?
When you buy a ready-made sauna house, most of the costs are known at the time of purchase, but some depend on your plot and location.
- Transport: the cost depends on the distance and on access to the plot. A ready-made sauna house is delivered in one piece, so check in advance that a truck can reach the installation site.
- Base or foundation: a sauna house needs a level, load-bearing base, for example one built on blocks.
- Electrical connection: electricity is needed for the lighting and the water heater.
- Water and wastewater: depending on the plot, you may need a water supply and a wastewater solution.
- Permits: a sauna house with a building footprint under 20 m² does not need a building permit in Estonia. You will find the detailed rules in our post on sauna houses and building permits.
How to compare sauna house prices?
When comparing offers, ask every manufacturer the same questions. That way you can see whether a lower price actually means less is included.
- Is the sauna house fully or only partly insulated?
- Are the stove, shower cabin and water heater included in the price?
- Is the building finished inside and out?
- Are transport and installation included in the price or charged separately?
- Is the house in stock or made to order? How long is the delivery time?
The price of sauna house Sume
Our insulated sauna house Sume is an 18 m² (3 × 6 m) ready-made sauna house that is in stock and available immediately. Its sale price is €15,900 (regular price €17,900), with transport added.
The price includes:
- walls, ceiling and floor fully insulated with PUR foam;
- a durable metal roof;
- a wood-burning stove with a glass door, fired from the lounge;
- a separate shower cabin and a 50-litre water heater;
- rooms finished inside and out, ready to use straight away.
As the building footprint of Sume is under 20 m², no building permit is needed to install it.
A cheaper summer sauna or an insulated sauna house?
A summer sauna is cheaper at first, but it often stands unused in the cold months. If you want to enjoy the sauna in autumn, winter and spring as well, an insulated sauna house is the better investment: it heats up faster and uses less firewood. Insulation can also make the building more comfortable and reduce temperature fluctuations.
Read more in our post on the benefits of an insulated sauna house.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an insulated sauna house cost?
The price depends mainly on the size, the type of insulation and the finish. For example, the fully insulated 18 m² sauna house Sume has a sale price of €15,900 (regular price €17,900), with transport added.
Is transport included in the price of a sauna house?
Usually not, because the cost of transport depends on the distance and on access to the plot. For an Allikoja sauna house, transport is added to the price and the cost is agreed before the order is placed.
What additional costs come with a sauna house?
Allow for transport, a base or foundation, an electrical connection and, if needed, water supply and wastewater costs. A sauna house with a building footprint under 20 m² does not need a building permit, which can keep the paperwork simple.
Is an insulated sauna house more expensive than a summer sauna?
The initial investment is higher, but an insulated sauna house can be used all year round. It heats up faster and can use less firewood. In the long run, the higher initial investment can pay for itself.
Ready for your own sauna house?
Sauna house Sume is in stock and available immediately. Take a closer look at sauna house Sume or ask for personal advice to find the solution that suits your needs.
