What does a remodel cost?
Use these sample budgets to compare scopes and prepare for an estimate.
Sample budget ranges
Sample demo pricing. Actual contractor pricing varies.
- Bathroom refresh
- $12k–$25k
- Keep the layout and update the vanity, fixtures and finishes.
- Full bathroom remodel
- $25k–$45k+
- Rebuild the shower, replace tile and update lighting and ventilation.
- Kitchen remodel
- $30k–$80k+
- Replace cabinets and counters. Layout, appliances and structural work can widen the range.
- Basement finishing
- $25k–$70k+
- Frame and finish living space. A bathroom or moisture repairs add scope.
What moves the price
Square footage matters, but so do the number of fixtures, how much of the layout changes and what’s behind the walls. Moving a plumbing stack or removing a bearing wall adds work that a finish update can avoid.
What an estimate can cover
Look for separate lines for removal, disposal, installation, labor and finishes. Ask about permits, design, appliances and allowances so you can see which costs to budget for yourself.
Keep a reserve
Set aside a contingency for repairs you can’t see at a site visit. A soft subfloor, old wiring or moisture can change what needs to happen before new finishes go in.
Price the room you have
A visit gives the contractor dimensions, access and existing conditions. Bring photos, a list of must-haves and any items you plan to buy. Ask how changing one item affects the rest of the estimate.
What needs to change at your house?
Start with the room, the city and what you want to change.
Request an estimate