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How Much Does a Whole House Renovation Cost?

Estimate your tailored home renovation costs with zip-code level accuracy — and avoid losing control of your budget once the renovation starts.

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Why most renovation cost estimates fall short

  • No two renovations are the same.

    The cost of a renovation depends on the scope, the condition of the property, and the decisions made along the way. Generic averages can’t account for these differences.

    Remodelum tailors each estimate to the specifics of your project and the current state of the property — not just the type of renovation.

  • Renovation costs vary dramatically by location.

    Labor rates, material pricing, and permitting costs differ from one market to another. That’s why national averages often miss the mark.

    Remodelum uses zip-code level data to tailor renovation cost estimates, reflecting local conditions rather than broad assumptions.

  • A lump-sum estimate doesn’t help you make decisions.

    When planning a renovation, tradeoffs are unavoidable — materials vs. labor, finishes vs. scope, budget vs. timeline. Without a breakdown, it’s impossible to understand where money is going.

    Remodelum provides a detailed, category-level estimate so you can evaluate tradeoffs and compare contractor quotes more effectively.

  • Estimating is only the beginning.

    Once a renovation starts, costs change. Materials get adjusted, scope shifts, and new decisions appear. An estimate that lives in isolation quickly becomes outdated.

    Remodelum turns your estimate into a live renovation budget — so the same breakdown you plan with is the one you track as work progresses.

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More than an estimator

Whole house renovations rarely go over budget because of bad planning. They go over budget because costs aren’t tracked once work starts.

Remodelum helps you estimate the cost of a whole house renovation and manage the budget throughout the project — tracking expenses, payments, and invoices in one place.

Updated with 2026 costs

  • ~$150-$250/ sqft for the whole renovation (including appliances, furniture and other purchases)

  • ~$200-$350/ sqft for the whole renovation (including appliances, furniture and other purchases)

  • ~$300-$450/ sqft for the whole renovation (including appliances, furniture and other purchases)

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Tracking these expenses during the renovation is where most homeowners lose visibility.

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What moves the price the most

Leverage Remodelum’s algorithm, based on data from thousands of home renovations and homeowners, to obtain an cost estimation tailored to your specific project and broken down by cost category

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Breakdown of your full home remodel cost calculated by cost category

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  • This includes permits, supervision and cleaning

  • This includes the cost of removing existing structures, clearing the site, and preparing it for construction, abatements and protections

  • This includes the cost of all foundation work, as well as any brick or stone work required for the exterior or interior walls

  • This includes the cost of any metal work required for the project, such as steel framing or metal roofing

  • This includes the cost of all wood framing, including walls, floors, and roof framing. It also includes the cost of installing doors, windows, and any custom cabinetry or built-ins

  • This includes the cost of all insulation, as well as any waterproofing or moisture control measures required for the project

  • This includes the cost of all exterior and interior doors and windows, as well as any hardware or glazing required

  • This includes the cost of all interior finishes, such as drywall, paint, and flooring. It also includes the cost of any exterior finishes, such as siding or stucco

  • This includes the cost of adding tiles and stones mostly in bathrooms and kitchen

  • This includes the cost of all electrical work required for the project, including wiring, outlets, and light fixtures

  • This includes the cost of all plumbing work required for the project, including pipes, fixtures, and water heaters

  • This includes the cost of all heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems required for the project

  • This includes the cost of all fire protection systems required for the project, such as smoke detectors and sprinkler systems

  • This includes the cost of any specialty items required for the project, such as elevators, security systems, or audio/visual equipment

  • his includes the cost of any furniture or decor required for the project, such as rugs, curtains, or light fixtures

  • This category describes the costs of any roofing job involved in your renovation

  • This category includes all costs related with any outdoor space of your home renovation

  • This category includes all costs related to external work of your home such as facade, corniche or external walls

What type of renovation do you want to calculate?

FAQs

  • A full home renovation can cost anywhere from $100,000 to $400,000+, depending on square footage, materials, and the scope of work.

  • Typically includes kitchen and bathroom remodels, flooring, painting, HVAC, electrical upgrades, layout changes, and more.

  • Renovating all at once can be more cost-effective due to contractor efficiencies, but it requires a larger upfront budget.

  • Yes, it works for homes of all sizes. Input your home's square footage and scope of work to get an estimate.