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Average Replacement/Remodeling Costs

(Based on an 1800-square foot home)

NOTE: These prices are rough estimates only and should not be considered as fact since many conditions affect actual costs. Your actual cost may be below or above these average estimates. Always obtain a written estimate before starting any work and/or if you desire a firmer cost projection.

Additions 

Build addition $70 to 120 per square foot
Enclose porch  $5,500 to 15,000
Drywall ceiling over plaster $1.50 to 2.00 per square foot
Family-room addition $36,400
Two-story addition $66,300

Bathrooms 

Remodel bathroom $7,000 to 12,000
Add half bathroom  $3,500 to 5,000
Add full bathroom $7,000 to 12,000
Bathroom addition $13,540 and up

Bedrooms 

Master suite include bath 

and dressing area

$42,200

Attic bedroom includes dormer 

and bath

$27,500

Driveway 

Asphalt driveway 20’ x 50’ $1,600
Cement driveway 20’ x 50’ $2,900
Plus removal of blacktop $4,500

Electrical Service 

Increase service to 200 amps $700 to 1,200
Upgrade from 60 amp to 100 amp $1,500
Upgrade from fuses to breakers $500
Raise service lines that are too low $900
Run separate electrical lines $150 to 300
Install connectors on outlets $15 to 20 per connection/
(Of aluminum wired homes) $2,000 to 3,000 (whole house)

Exterior 

Re-grade lawn $500 to 1,500
Lawn sprinkler system $2,500
Replace siding $5,700
New gutters and downspouts $2.50 to 3.50 per linear foot
12-by-16-foot deck $3,200
16-by-20-foot deck $6,900

Fireplaces 

Build masonry fireplace $3,300 to 4,800
Install prefabricated fireplace $1,800 to 2,300
Reline chimney with terra cotta $2,000
Tuck point chimney $300 to 600
Chimney sweep, 1 flue $170
Gas fireplace insert $1,000
Gas freestanding fireplace $1,500
Wood burning fireplace $3,500

Floors 

Sand and finish wood floors $1.50 to 3.30 per square foot

Install ceramic tile floor $11 to 22 per spare foot

Install vinyl tile floor $2.64 to 5.34 per square foot

Install wall-to-wall carpet $3.38 to 6.61 per square foot

Garage 

Install single garage door $350

Install double garage door $550

Install garage door opener $325

Build single car garage $6,000 to 9,500

Build double car garage $8,000 to 12,000

Remove old garage $1000

Heating & Air Conditioning 

Replace warm air furnace $1,500 to 3,800

Replace electric heat pump $2,200 to 3,600

Replace central air-conditioning system (electric) $1,500 to 3,000

Replace central air-conditioning system (gas) $2,600 to 3,500

Install humidifier $300 to 550

Install electrostatic air cleaner $500 to 750

Replace hot water boiler $2,500 to 3,500

Remove boiler $300

Remove boiler w/asbestos $1,200

Install attic ventilation $250 to 450

Insulation 

Insulate attic / basement $.75 to 1.20 per square foot

Kitchen 

Minor kitchen remodel $10,059 and up

Major kitchen remodel $27,600 and up

Plumbing 

Hot water heater

(40-gallon electric) $400 to 650

(40-gallon gas) $300 to 550

Water test $125

Cap off well $450

Install new well $3,000 to 5,000

Inspect septic system $150

Install new septic system $3,000 to 5,000

Install new sump pump $400 to 500

Install French drain and sump pump $2,000 to 3,500

Water softener $900

Roof 

Asphalt / fiberglass shingles--

Install over existing shingles $1 to 1.20 per square foot

Tear off existing shingles and install new $1.30 to 1.75 per square foot

Tear off existing shingles and install “rough type”

Windows & Doors 

Install storm windows $60 to 100 each

Install 3-by-5-foot aluminum-clad window, includes trim $690

Remove existing windows $250 to 500 each

Repair broken window seal $125

Basement bedroom egress and retaining wall $1,700


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