Home Improvement Cost Guides
Real 2026 cost ranges for 28 common home projects — from a bathroom remodel to a new roof, HVAC system, or concrete slab. Every dollar figure is computed at build time from a centralized cost model and reviewed annually, and each guide comes with a free interactive estimator so you can price your own job before you call for bids.
Grouped by trade — follow a heading to its full topic hub for the calculators, guides, and diagrams that go with it.
Cabinets & Countertops
All cabinets & countertopsCountertop Cost
Real 2026 countertop cost ranges by material — quartz, granite, marble, laminate — installed per square foot and per kitchen, plus a free estimator.
See cost ranges →Kitchen Cabinet Cost
Real 2026 kitchen cabinet cost ranges by tier — stock, semi-custom, and custom — per linear foot and for a 10×10 kitchen, plus a free interactive estimator.
See cost ranges →Concrete & Rebar
All concrete & rebarConcrete Cost
Real 2026 concrete cost — ready-mix per cubic yard and installed slab & flatwork per square foot by type, thickness, and finish, with a free estimator.
See cost ranges →Decks & Fences
All decks & fencesDeck Building Cost
Real 2026 deck building cost ranges by material — pressure-treated, cedar, composite, and PVC — per square foot and per project, plus a free estimator.
See cost ranges →Deck Staining Cost
Real 2026 deck staining cost ranges — recoat, clean-and-stain, and strip-and-stain per sq ft and whole-deck, plus a DIY budget and free estimator.
See cost ranges →Fence Cost
Real 2026 fence cost ranges by material and height — wood, vinyl, chain-link, aluminum, and composite — per linear foot and per project, with a free estimator.
See cost ranges →Doors, Windows & Trim
All doors, windows & trimGarage Door Replacement Cost
Real 2026 garage door replacement cost ranges by size, material, and opener — from basic steel to glass and wood carriage — plus a free interactive estimator.
See cost ranges →Window Replacement Cost
Real 2026 window replacement cost ranges by frame material and insert vs. full-frame — per window and whole-house — plus egress, energy, and a free estimator.
See cost ranges →Flooring
All flooringCarpet Installation Cost
Real 2026 carpet installation cost ranges by fiber — polyester, nylon, triexta, and wool — per square foot, per room, and per stair, plus a free estimator.
See cost ranges →Flooring Cost
Real 2026 flooring cost ranges by material — hardwood, engineered, LVP, laminate, and vinyl — installed per sq ft and per project, plus refinish-vs-replace.
See cost ranges →Foundations & Drainage
All foundations & drainageRetaining Wall Cost
Real 2026 retaining wall cost ranges by material — SRW block, poured concrete, stone, and timber — per sq ft of face and per project, with a free estimator.
See cost ranges →Insulation & Climate
All insulation & climateInsulation Cost
Real 2026 insulation cost ranges by material — blown-in, batts, and spray foam — per sq ft and by attic size, plus air sealing, R-values, and a free tool.
See cost ranges →HVAC & Ventilation
All hvac & ventilationHVAC Replacement Cost
Real 2026 HVAC replacement cost ranges by system — furnace, AC, heat pump, mini-split, and full swap — by home size, with add-ons and a free estimator.
See cost ranges →Masonry, Stucco & Hardscape
All masonry, stucco & hardscapeDriveway Cost
Real 2026 driveway cost ranges by material — gravel, asphalt, concrete, and pavers — per sq ft, whole-driveway, and cost-per-year, plus a free estimator.
See cost ranges →Patio Cost
Real 2026 patio cost ranges by material — pavers, concrete, stamped, flagstone, and gravel — per sq ft, whole-patio, and cost-per-year, plus a free estimator.
See cost ranges →Stucco Cost
Real 2026 stucco cost ranges — traditional 3-coat, EIFS, and re-stucco installed per sq ft and whole-house, plus repair economics and a free estimator.
See cost ranges →Paint & Wallpaper
All paint & wallpaperExterior Painting Cost
Real 2026 exterior house painting cost — whole-house totals and per-square-foot ranges by siding, prep, and size, plus a DIY budget and free estimator.
See cost ranges →Interior Painting Cost
Real 2026 interior house painting cost — per-square-foot and whole-home ranges by size, scope, and prep, plus per-room costs, a DIY budget, and free estimator.
See cost ranges →Plumbing
All plumbingWater Heater Replacement Cost
Real 2026 water heater replacement cost by type — gas & electric tank, tankless, and heat-pump — by household size, with add-ons and a free estimator.
See cost ranges →Remodel Planning
All remodel planningAttic Conversion Cost
How much an attic conversion costs in 2026 — real ranges for a bonus room, bedroom, or ADU by size and finish, plus stairs, dormers, and HVAC adds.
See cost ranges →Basement Finishing Cost
How much it costs to finish a basement in 2026 — real ranges by square footage, scope, and finish level, plus what egress, a bath, or a wet bar adds.
See cost ranges →Bathroom Remodel Cost
Real bathroom remodel cost ranges for 2026 by size, scope, and finish — refresh, pull-and-replace, or full gut — plus a free interactive estimator.
See cost ranges →Garage Conversion Cost
How much a garage conversion costs in 2026 — real ranges for a bonus room, bedroom, or ADU by garage size and finish, with every big add priced.
See cost ranges →Home Addition Cost
Home addition cost for 2026 — real per-square-foot and all-in ranges by addition type, size, and finish, including design, permits, and contingency.
See cost ranges →Kitchen Remodel Cost
Real kitchen remodel cost ranges for 2026 by size, scope, and finish level — from a refresh to a full gut — with a free interactive estimator.
See cost ranges →Laundry Room Remodel Cost
What a laundry room remodel costs in 2026 — real ranges for closet, small, full, and mudroom-combo layouts, plus plumbing and electrical add-ons.
See cost ranges →Roofing & Gutters
All roofing & guttersRoof Replacement Cost
Real 2026 roof replacement cost ranges by material — architectural asphalt, standing-seam metal, and more — per square foot and whole-roof, with a free tool.
See cost ranges →Siding & Exterior
All siding & exteriorSiding Cost
Real 2026 siding cost ranges by material — vinyl, LP SmartSide, and James Hardie fiber-cement — installed per sq ft and whole-house, with a free estimator.
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