How much should it cost to repair or remodel your home?

CostHelper.com has cost estimates for many aspects of homeownership. This is an extensive database and valuable resource.

Below are estimates from Freddie Mac. Actual cost may be different depending on quality and location.

Building
Build addition $70 - 120 /sq ft
Enclose porch $5,500 - 15,000
Drywall ceiling over plaster $1.50 - 2.00/sq ft
Build double car garage $8,000 - 12,000

Kitchen
Remodel kitchen $8,000 and up

Bathroom
Remodel bathroom $7,000 - 12,000
Add half bathroom $3,500 - 5,000
Add full bathroom $7,000 - 12,000

Basement
Convert basement - legal rental unit $30,000 - 50,000

Windows
Install small room windows $60 - 100 each
Replace existing windows $250 - 500 each

Fireplaces
Build masonry fireplace $3,300 - 4,800 Install prefabricated fireplace $1,800 - 2,300
Reline chimney with terra cotta $2,000

Electrical Service
Increase service - 200 amps $700 - 1,200
Run separate electrical lines $150 - 300
Install connectors on outlets (of aluminum wired homes) $15 - 20 per connection/$2,000 - 3,000 (whole house)

Roofs
Asphalt / fiberglass shingles-
Install over existing shingles $1-1.20/sqft
Remove existing shingles and install new $1.30 - 1.75 /sq ft

Flooring
Sand and finish wood floors $1.50 - 3.30/sq ft
Install ceramic tile floor $11 - 22/sq ft
Install vinyl tile floor $2.64 - 5.34/sq ft
Install wall---wall carpet $3.38 - 6.61/sq ft

Heating and Air Conditioning
Replace warm air furnace $1,500 - 3,800
Replace electric heat pump $2,200 - 3,600
Replace central air conditioning system (electric) $1,500 - 3,000
Replace central air conditioning system (gas) $2,600 - 3,500
Install humidifier $300 - 550 Install electrostatic air cleaner $500 - 750
Replace boiler $2,500 - 3,500
Install attic ventilation $250 - 450

Insulation
Insulate attic / basement $.75 - 1.20 /sq ft
Exterior Costs
Regrade lawn $500 - 1,500
New gutters and downspouts $2.50 - 3.50/lin ft

Plumbing
Water heater
Gas (40-gallon capacity) $300 - 550
Electric (40-gallon capacity) $400 - 650
New well $3,000 - 5,000
New septic system $3,000 - 5,000
Install sump pump $400 - 500
Install French drain and sump pump $2,000 - 3,500

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