ProjectEstimates

Home Improvement Cost Guide

Electrical Services

Service	Estimated Cost
Hire an Electrician	$50 – $150 per hour
Install a Backup Generator	$3,000 – $10,000+
Install a Ceiling Fan	$100 – $300 (incl. fan and labor)
Install a GFCI Circuit Breaker	$150 – $300 (+ electrician’s labor fees)
Install a GFCI Outlet	$75 – $200 per outlet
Install a Light Fixture	$50 – $200 per fixture (+ cost of fixture)
Install a Light Switch	$75 – $200 (incl. labor and materials)
Install a Smart House System	Several hundred to several thousand dollars
Install an Electrical Outlet	$100 – $200 per outlet
Install Outdoor Lighting	$300 – $1,500+ (depending on scope)

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Plumbing Services

Service	Estimated Cost
Hire a Plumber	$45 – $200 per hour
Install a Bathtub	$1,000 – $4,000
Install a Shower	$800 – $3,000
Install a Water Heater	$800 – $3,000
Re-Pipe a House	$4,000 – $10,000+
Repair a Clogged Drain	$100 – $250+
Repair a Plumbing Leak	$150 – $450+
Repair a Water Heater	$150 – $800

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Flooring Installation & Repair

Flooring Type	Installation	Materials
Ceramic Tile	$5 – $15/sq. ft.	$1 – $20/sq. ft.
Hardwood	$8 – $20/sq. ft.	$3 – $15+/sq. ft.
Bamboo	$7 – $12/sq. ft.	$2 – $8/sq. ft.
Laminate	$2 – $8/sq. ft.	$1 – $4/sq. ft.
Vinyl	$2 – $6/sq. ft.	$0.50 – $5/sq. ft.
Carpet	$2 – $5/sq. ft.	$2 – $10+/sq. ft.

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Tile & Floor Finishing

Service	Estimated Cost
Tile Backsplash Installation	$10 – $40/sq. ft.
Backsplash Material	$5 – $30+/sq. ft.
Floor Refinishing	$3 – $8/sq. ft.
Sanding	$3 – $5/sq. ft.
Staining	$2 – $4/sq. ft.
Floor Repair	A few hundred – $1,000+

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HVAC & Heating Systems

Service	Estimated Cost
New Gas Furnace	$2,500 – $7,500+
Oil Furnace	$3,500 – $10,000+
Air-Source Heat Pump	$3,000 – $10,000+
Geothermal Heat Pump	$10,000 – $25,000+

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HVAC Services

Service	Estimated Cost
Central AC Installation	$2,500 – $7,500
Ductless Mini-Split	$2,000 – $7,000/unit
HVAC Repair	$100 – Several thousand
Maintenance Contract	$150 – $300/year
Thermostat Installation	$100 – $300
Air Duct Cleaning	$300 – $600
HVAC System Replacement	$5,000 – $15,000+
Emergency Services	Premium pricing applies

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Home Remodeling & Additions

Project	Cost Range
Kitchen Remodel	Minor: $10k–$20k / Mid: $20k–$50k / High-End: $50k+
Bathroom Remodel	Basic: $5k–$15k / Mid: $15k–$30k / High-End: $30k+
Basement Remodel	Basic: $10k–$30k / Mid: $30k–$60k / High-End: $60k+
Room Additions	Bedroom: $20k–$50k+ / Bathroom: $15k–$30k+ / Sunroom: $15k–$40k+ / Garage: $20k–$50k+ / Second-Story: $100k+
Whole House Remodel	$100,000 – $300,000+
Exterior Remodel	Roof: $5k–$20k+ / Siding: $6k–$20k+ / Windows: $3k–$10k+ / Deck: $2k–$15k+

Consider: DIY vs Pro, regional labor, permits, material choice, add 10–20% for surprises.

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Painting, Pest Control & Carpentry

Painting

Service	Estimated Cost
Interior Painting	$1,500 – $6,000
Per Room	$300 – $800
Exterior Painting	$2,500 – $7,000+
Ceiling/Trim	$1 – $3/linear ft.
Cabinet Painting	$1,500 – $5,000+
Touch-Ups	$100 – $500

Pest Control

Service	Estimated Cost
One-Time Treatment	$150 – $300
Quarterly Plan	$300 – $600/year
Termite Treatment	$500 – $3,000
Bed Bug Treatment	$1,000 – $2,500+
Rodent Removal	$150 – $500+
Mosquito Control	$70 – $100/treatment

Carpentry

Service	Estimated Cost
Custom Shelving	$200 – $1,000+
Crown Molding	$4 – $15/linear ft.
Baseboards	$2 – $7/linear ft.
Framing	$10 – $25/sq. ft.
Door Installation	$100 – $400
Window Trim	$75 – $200
Built-In Cabinets	$2,000 – $10,000+

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Landscaping, Fencing & Windows

Landscaping

Service	Estimated Cost
Lawn Mowing	$30 – $80/visit
Lawn Care Plan	$100 – $400+/mo
Design Consult	$300 – $2,500+
Sod Installation	$1,000 – $3,000
Mulching	$100 – $300/cubic yd
Tree Trimming	$200 – $1,000+
Seasonal Cleanup	$200 – $600+

Fencing

Type	Cost per Linear Foot
Wood Fence	$15 – $35
Vinyl Fence	$20 – $40
Chain Link Fence	$10 – $25
Wrought Iron Fence	$30 – $60+
Fence Repair	$150 – $600+
Gate Installation	$300 – $1,500

Windows

Service	Estimated Cost
Standard Replacement	$300 – $1,000/window
Bay/Bow Windows	$1,000 – $5,000+
Energy-Efficient Upgrade	$500 – $1,500/window
Storm Windows	$200 – $600 each
Skylights	$1,000 – $2,500+
Window Repairs	$100 – $400/window