Home Remodeling Projects and Estimated Investment Amounts

The investments listed below are predicated on the following being included:

• Professional project management and coordination
• Registered and insured remodeler or general contractor
• Specialized trade craftspeople for specific project phases
• Licensed professionals for electrical and plumbing work
• Work performed with all the required permits in place
• Licensed architect used for any structure additions or alterations

Projects constructed and/or managed in alternate ways can have lower investment commensurate with sweat equity, DIY, project duration, and certain inherent risks applied.

Quality Scale: BASIC	Project: Basement Remodel	Investment: $38,855
Finish 500 square feet of the lower level of a house to create an entertaining area; construct 48 linear feet of finished partition to enclose mechanical area and create closet storage. Walls and ceilings are painted drywall throughout; exterior walls are insulated; painted trim throughout. Include five six-panel factory-painted hardboard doors with passage locksets. Electrical wiring to code.Main room: Include 8 recessed ceiling light fixtures and Berber carpeting.
Quality Scale: UPSCALE	Project: Basement Remodel	Investment: $84,158
Finish 800 square feet of the lower level of a house to create an entertaining area with wet bar and a 5-by-8-foot full bathroom; construct 60 linear feet of finished partition to enclose mechanical area and create closet storage. Walls and ceilings are painted drywall throughout; exterior walls are insulated; painted trim throughout. Include five six-panel factory-painted hardboard doors with passage locksets. Electrical wiring to code.Bar area: Include 10 linear feet of raised-panel oak cabinets with stone countertops, stainless steel bar sink, single-lever bar faucet, under counter refrigerator, and ceramic floor tile.Main room: Include 15 recessed ceiling light fixtures and three surface-mounted light fixtures, column wraps, new open railing on side of stairs, and a snap-together laminate flooring system.Bathroom: Include standard white toilet with ejector pump, pedestal sink, tile flooring, tiled shower, a light/fan combination, vanity light fixture, medicine cabinet, towel and paper-holder hardware.

Quality Scale: BASIC	Project: Kitchen Remodel	Investment: $45,199
Update an outmoded 200-square-foot kitchen with a functional layout of 30 linear feet of average quality semi-custom oak cabinets, including a 3-by-5-foot island; laminate countertops; and standard double-tub stainless-steel sink with standard single-lever faucet. Include energy-efficient wall oven, cooktop, ventilation system, built-in microwave, dishwasher, garbage disposal, and custom lighting. Standard trim package. Add new 12” x 12” ceramic tile flooring in standard pattern. Finish with painted walls, trim, and ceiling.
Quality Scale: UPSCALE	Project: Kitchen Remodel	Investment: $96,441
Update outmoded 200-square-foot kitchen with 30 linear feet of quality semi-custom cherry cabinets or painted cabinets with built-in sliding shelves and other interior accessories. Remove an interior wall. Include stone countertops with imported ceramic- or glass -tile backsplash; built-in refrigerator, cooktop, and 36-inch commercial grade range and vent hood, and built-in combination microwave and convection oven. Install high-end undermount sink with designer faucets. Add new general and task lighting including low-voltage under cabinet lights. Install upgraded trim package for windows, doors, and base. Add new large porcelain tile flooring in block or diagonal pattern. Finish with painted walls, trim, and ceiling.

Quality Scale: BASIC	Project: Bathroom Remodel	Investment: $18,603
Update an existing 5-by-8-foot bathroom. Replace all fixtures to include 30-by-60-inch fiberglass tub with 4-by-4-inch ceramic tile surround; new single-lever temperature and pressure-balanced shower control; standard white toilet; solid-surface vanity counter with integral sink; flush mounted medicine cabinet with light; ceramic tile floor; paint walls and ceiling. Shower curtain rod and chrome faucets/hardware. New exhaust fan and updated electric to code.
Quality Scale: UPSCALE	Project: Bathroom Remodel	Investment: $29,929
Update an existing 5-by-8-foot bathroom. Replace all fixtures to include 30-by-60-inch fiberglass tub with recessed ceiling light, decorative ceramic tile with accents or feature strip as a surround; new single-lever temperature and pressure-balanced shower control; standard white toilet; vanity with granite countertop and undermounted sink; recessed medicine cabinet with light; ceramic tile floor; decorative tile for non-wet walls to 4 foot high; paint uncovered walls and ceiling. Frameless shower door and brushed nickel faucets/hardware. New exhaust fan and updated electric to code.

Quality Scale: BASIC	Project: Master Bathroom	Investment: $34,119
Update an existing 10 x 10 master bathroom. Includes replacing five fixtures in same location. 60” vanity with double sink integrated in a solid surface countertop, two mirrors with vanity lights above, standard toilet, 32” shower with molded solid base and shower door, and standard garden tub in deck. Ceramic tile for floor, base, shower walls, and tub deck all in standard pattern. New exhaust fan and updated electric to code.
Quality Scale: UPSCALE	Project: Master Bathroom	Investment: $59,239
Update an existing 12 x 12 master bathroom. Includes replacing five fixtures, repositioning tub and shower locations. 72” vanity with a center top section plus a stone countertop and undermounted sinks, two custom mirrors with vanity lights above, toilet in a separate water closet, enlarged (to 15 square feet) shower with custom tiled floor, bench seat, frameless glass door, and a free-standing deluxe tub. Decorative ceramic tile for floor, shower walls, and non-wet walls to 4 foot high. Two exhaust fans, heated floor, three recessed lights, and updated electric to code.

Quality Scale: BASIC	Project: Family Room Addition	Investment: $89,224
In a style appropriate to the existing house, add a 16-by-25-foot room on a crawlspace foundation with vinyl siding and fiberglass shingle roof. Include drywall interior with fiberglass insulation, pre-finished hardwood floor, and 180 square feet of glazing including windows, atrium-style exterior doors, and two operable skylights. Tie into existing HVAC. Add electrical system to code, including 12 recessed ceiling lights.

Quality Scale: BASIC	Project: Two-Story Addition	Investment: $166,561
Add a first-floor family room and a second-floor bedroom with full bathroom in a 24-by-16-foot two-story wing over a crawlspace. Add new HVAC system to handle addition; electrical wiring to code.Family room: Include six large Andersen windows; a 6’ sliding patio door to a 50 square foot treated wood landing and steps; carpeted floors; painted drywall on walls and ceiling; and painted trim.Bathroom: 30-by-60-inch fiberglass tub with 4-by-4-inch ceramic tile surround; standard white toilet; solid-surface vanity counter with integral sink; flush mounted medicine cabinet with light; ceramic tile floor; paint walls and ceiling. Shower curtain rod and chrome faucets/hardware. Bedroom: Include walk-in closet/dressing area; carpet; painted walls, ceiling, and trim; and basic ceiling lighting.

Quality Scale: BASIC	Project: Master Suite Addition	Investment: $108,536
Add a 24-by-16-foot master bedroom suite over a crawlspace. Include walk-in closet/dressing area, whirlpool tub in ceramic tile platform, separate 3-by-4-foot ceramic tile shower, and double-bowl vanity with solid-surface countertop. Bedroom floor is carpet; bathroom floor is ceramic tile. Painted walls, ceiling, and trim. General and spot lighting, exhaust fan; electrical wiring to code.
Quality Scale: UPSCALE	Project: Master Suite Addition	Investment: $230,013
Add a 32-by-20-foot master bedroom suite over a crawlspace.Bedroom: Add a spacious sleeping area with lounging/sitting area adjacent to large master bathroom. Include custom bookcases and built-in storage with millwork details; high-end gas fireplace with stone hearth and custom mantle; and large walk-in closet/dressing area with natural light, mirrors, and linen storage. Add French doors to exterior.Bathroom: Include a large walk-in shower with dual-shower system, stone shower walls and floor, and custom frameless glass enclosure. Add corner-design jetted tub bordered on two sides by windows and built into granite or marble platform with custom cabinet front. Include two sinks in separate vanities with stone countertops and large mirrors. Create partitioned area for luxury one-piece toilet.General: Add 5-foot-long hospitality center with bar sink, under counter refrigerator, custom cabinetry, granite or marble countertop, and microwave. Include soundproofing, in-floor heating, custom wall finishes and hardware, general and spot lighting, and lighting controls.

Quality Scale: BASIC	Project: Add-A-Level	Investment: $198,971
Build an 800 square foot add-a-level addition including 3 bedrooms with closets, 1 bathroom, hallway, and staircase. Project includes a new heating and air conditioning zone, carpeting, paint, basic lighting and electric to code.Bathroom: 30-by-60-inch fiberglass tub with 4-by-4-inch ceramic tile surround; standard white toilet; solid-surface vanity counter with integral sink; flush mounted medicine cabinet with light; ceramic tile floor; paint walls and ceiling. Shower curtain rod and chrome faucets/hardware.
Quality Scale: UPSCALE	Project: Add-A-Level	Investment: $299,712
Build a 1,200 square foot add-a-level addition including 3 bedrooms with closets, 1 master bedroom with walk-in closet, 1 hall bathroom, 1 five-fixture master bathroom, hallway with linen closet, and staircase with open railing. Project includes a new heating and air conditioning zone, new vinyl siding exterior for entire home, hardwood floors, paint, lighting and electric to code with a service upgrade.Bathroom: 30-by-60-inch fiberglass tub with 4-by-4-inch ceramic tile surround; standard white toilet; solid-surface vanity counter with integral sink; flush mounted medicine cabinet with light; ceramic tile floor; paint walls and ceiling. Shower curtain rod and chrome faucets/hardware.Master Bathroom: 72” vanity with a center top section plus a stone countertop and undermounted sinks, two custom mirrors with vanity lights above, toilet in a separate water closet, 15 square foot shower with custom tiled floor, frameless glass door, and a free-standing tub. Decorative ceramic tile for floor, shower walls, and non-wet walls to 4 foot high.

Quality Scale: BASIC	Project: Vinyl Siding	Investment: $21,284
Install 2,500 square feet of vinyl siding with 3/8” fanfold insulation over existing wood siding. Includes four pair of new shutters, louvered gable vents, standard corner posts, vented soffit, vinyl coated aluminum trim for fascia boards and window/door trim, and reinstall existing light fixtures.

Quality Scale: UPSCALE	Project: Insulated Vinyl Siding	Investment: $29,731
Install 2,500 square feet of deluxe insulated vinyl siding (contoured insulation laminated to back of siding panels) over sheathing after removing existing wood siding. Includes four pair of new shutters, louvered gable vents, decorative corner posts, hidden-vent soffit, vinyl coated aluminum trim for fascia boards and window/door trim, and reinstall existing light fixtures on deluxe mounting blocks.

Quality Scale: UPSCALE	Project: Fiber Cement or Cedar	Investment: $49,892
Install 2,500 square feet of fiber cement siding or pre-finished cedar over sheathing after removing existing wood siding. Material is factory finished and seal with a 15-year warranty. Includes four pair of new shutters, louvered gable vents, hidden-vent soffit, all trim replaced with cellular PVC boards, new seamless gutters with leaders, and reinstall existing light fixtures on deluxe mounting blocks.

Quality Scale: UPSCALE	Project: Stone and Stucco	Investment: $67,100
Install 650 square feet of Coronado manufactured stone and 1,900 square feet of insulated stucco over sheathing after removing existing wood siding. Includes louvered gable vents, hidden-vent soffit, all trim replaced with cellular PVC boards, new seamless gutters with leaders, and reinstall existing light fixtures on deluxe mounting blocks.

Quality Scale: UPSCALE	Project: Entry Portico	Investment: $18,839
Build a gable entry portico with a 6’ projection from the house and 8’ across from architect’s plans. Two 8’ high round structural columns set on existing masonry landing; beaded arched ceiling, dimensional roof shingles with flashing at house wall; ceiling light fixture with interior wall switch.

Quality Scale: UPSCALE	Project: Patio Portico	Investment: $72,745
Build a shed patio portico 14’ projection from the house and 36’ across with clipped corners from architect’s plans. Five 8’ high square structural columns set on concrete pier footings; outdoor porcelain tile over a Ditra underlayment on a concrete slab, composite board-batten ceiling, rubberized membrane roof for low pitch with flashing at house wall; center ceiling light fixture, three wall fixtures, 6 recessed lights with 2 interior wall switches and 1 dimmer.

Quality Scale: BASIC	Project: Wood Deck	Investment: $12,886
Add a 16-by-20-foot deck using pressure-treated joists supported by 4×4 posts anchored to concrete piers from architect’s plans. Install pressure-treated deck boards in a simple linear pattern. Include stairs, assuming three steps to grade, with a 3’ x 4’ concrete pad at bottom. Provide a complete railing system using pressure-treated wood posts, railings, and balusters.

Quality Scale: BASIC	Project: Composite Deck	Investment: $19,739
Add a 16-by-20-foot deck using pressure-treated joists supported by 4×4 posts anchored to concrete piers from architect’s plans. Install composite deck boards in a simple linear pattern. Include stairs, assuming three steps to grade, with a 3’ x 4’ concrete pad at bottom. Provide a complete railing system using matching composite wood posts, railings, and balusters.

Quality Scale: UPSCALE	Project: Composite Deck	Investment: $36,036
Add a 16-by-20-foot deck using pressure-treated joists supported by 4×4 posts anchored to concrete piers from architect’s plans. At one corner, add a second, 10-foot-diameter six-sided platform one step down from the main deck. Include stairs on the smaller deck, assuming three steps to grade. Install composite deck material in a simple linear pattern. Trim the perimeter joists and wrap the 4×4 posts with composite materials to match the decking. Using the same decking material, include a built-in bench and planter along one 16-foot side. On the remaining perimeter, provide a railing system using composite material of contrasting or complementary colors that includes decorative balusters, post caps, and lighting. Railing and trim should provide for overall curb appeal to the outdoor living space by integrating the deck with the home’s color and architecture, creating a custom look.

Quality Scale: UPSCALE	Project: Masonry Patio	Investment: $29,297
Add a 420 square foot patio using bluestone set in a concrete base with a drainage system. Build 120 square feet perimeter stacking stone walls with bluestone tops at 2’ high and 5 columns at 4’ high with bluestone and light fixtures on top.

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