Roofing – Flashings – Chimneys |
Install conventional asphalt shingles over existing shingles | $1.25 – $2 / sq. ft. |
Strip and re-shingle with conventional shingles | $2 – $3 / sq. ft |
Strip and re-roof with cedar shingles | $5 – $7 per sq. ft. |
Strip and replace built-up tar and gravel roof | $4 – $6 / sq. ft. |
Strip and replace single-ply membrane | $4 – 6 / sq. ft. |
Reflash typical chimney | $300 – $500 |
Reflash typical skylight | $300 – $500 |
Rebuild typical chimney above roof line | $100-$200 / lin. ft. |
Repoint typical chimney above roof line | $20-$30 / row |
Exterior Install galvanized or aluminum gutters and downspouts | $3 – $5 / lin. ft. |
Soffits – Fascias – Repointing – Water Proofing |
Install aluminum soffits and fascia | $8 – $12 / lin. ft |
Install aluminum or vinyl siding | $3 – $4.50 / sq. ft. |
Repoint exterior wall (soft mortar) | $3 – 4.50 / sq. ft |
Repoint exterior wall (hard mortar) | $6 – $8 / sq. ft. |
Parge foundation walls | $3 – $4 / sq. ft. |
Damp proof foundation walls and install weeping tile | $60-$120 / lin. ft. |
Garages – Decks – Retaining Walls – Foundation |
Install a deck | $12- $20 / sq. ft. |
Rebuild exterior basement stairwell | $3500 – $5000 |
Build detached garage(single) | $8000 and up |
Build detached garage (double) | $12000 and up |
Build retaining wall (wood) | $20 – $25 /sq. ft. |
Build retaining wall (concrete) | $30 – $40 / sq. ft. |
Structure Underpin one corner of house | $3500 and up |
Underpin or add foundations | $300 + /lin. ft. |
Lower basement floor by underpinning and/or bench footings | $150-$300 / lin. ft. |
Replace deteriorating sill beam with concrete | $60 and up/ lin. ft. |
Install basement support post with proper foundation | $200 – $400 |
Perform chemical treatment for termites | $500 and up |
Repair minor crack in poured concrete foundation | $400 – $800 |
Electric Repairs – Upgrades |
Electrical Upgrade electrical service to 100 amps | $1200-1800 |
Upgrade electrical service to 200 amps | $1500 – $2000 |
Install new circuit breaker panel | $500 – $700 |
Add 120 volt circuit | $150 – $250 |
Add 240 volt circuit | $250 – $350 |
Add conventional receptacle | $75 – $150 |
Replace conventional receptacle with ground fault circuit receptacle | $60 – $90 |
Rewire electrical outlet with reversed polarity (assuming electrician already there) | $5 – $10 ea. |
Install conventional alarm system fire- burg | $1000 and up |
Heating Systems – Air Conditioning |
Heating install mid-efficiency forced-air furnace | $1700 – $2500 |
Install high-efficiency forced-air furnace | $2500 – $3500 |
Install drum-type humidifier | $200 – $300 |
Install electronic air filter | $500 – $800 |
Install mid-efficiency boiler | $2500 – $4000 |
Install high-efficiency boiler | $5000 – $9000 |
Rebuild firepot (refractory) on boiler | $500 – $800 |
Install circulating pump | $400 – $600 |
Install chimney liner | $300 – $700 |
Install set-back thermostat | $100 – $300 |
Remove oil tank from basement | $200 – $400 |
Remove abandoned underground oil tank | $3500 and up |
Replace radiator valve | $75 – $150 |
Add electric baseboard heater | $150 – $250 |
Convert from hot water heating to forced-air (cape) | $8000 – $10000 |
Convert from hot water heating to forced-air (two story) | $15000 – $20000 |
Clean ductwork | $250 and up |
Cooling/Heat Pumps Add central air conditioning on existing forced-air system | $2000-$3000 |
Add heat pump to forced-air system | $3000-$4000 |
Replace heat pump or air conditioning compressor | $800 – $1400 |
Install independent air conditioning system | $8000 – $15000 |
Insulation |
Insulation Insulate open attic to modern standards | $1 – $1.50 / sq. ft. |
Blow insulation into flat roof, cathedral ceiling or wall cavity | $2 – $3.50 /sq. ft. |
Improve attic ventilation | $40 – $50 per vent |
Plumbing |
Plumbing Replace galvanized piping with copper (2 story with one bathroom) | $2000 – $2500 |
Replace water line to house | $1500 – $3500 |
Replace toilet | $300 and up |
Replace basin | $200 and up |
Replace bathtub, including ceramic tile | $1500 and up |
Install whirlpool bath | $3000 and up |
Retile bathtub enclosure | $800 – $1200 |
Replace leaking shower stall pan | $1000 – $1600 |
Rebuild tile shower stall | $1500 – $2500 |
Replace laundry tubs | $250 – $500 |
Remodel four-piece bathroom completely | $6000 and up |
Connect waste plumbing system to municipal sewers | $3000 and up |
Install submersible pump | $800 and up |
Install suction or jet pump | $400 – $600 |
Install modest basement bathroom | $4000 and up |
Carpentry – Finish Work |
Sand and refinish hardwood floors | $1.50 – $3 /sq. ft. |
Interior add drywall over plaster | $1.50-$2.50 /sq. ft |
Install replacement windows | $200 – $400 ea |
Install storm windows | $75 – $200 ea. |
Install skylight | $500 and up |
Remodel kitchen completely | $8000 and up |
Painting (trim only) | $1500 – $2500 |
Painting (trim and wall surfaces) | $3000 and up |
Fireplaces – Stoves |
Repoint chimney (2 story) | $700 and up |
Convert coal-burning fireplace to wood-burning unit | $800 and up |
Install masonry fireplace (if flue already roughed – in ) | $2000 and up |
Install zero-clearance fireplace (including chimney) | $2500 and up |
Install glass doors on fireplace | $300 and up |
Install gas Incert into existing fireplace | $2500 and up |