Home Improvement and Repair Cost Guide

Home Improvement and Repair Cost Guide

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COOLING &
HEATING PUMPS
Add air conditioning system on existing forced
Air system ........................................ $2,000-3,500
Replace A/C condenser..................... .$1,200-2,000
Install independent A/C/ system ..... $8,000-15,000+
Service/clean air conditioner..................... $300-500
INSULATION
Insulate open attic area to
Modern standards ........................... $.50-1.25/sq.ft.
Additional roof vents............................. $50-75each
Add turbine roof vent ............................... $200-250
Remove U.F.F.I. in frame walls.............. $20-35/sq.ft.
Insulate from exterior with rigid insulation prior
to residing .............................................. $1-2/sq.ft.
Insulate basement from interior.................... $1/sq.ft.
PLUMBING
Replace galvanized with copper:
Bungalow, one bathroom ................... $1,000-2,000
Bungalow, two bathrooms.................. $1,500-2,500
Two storey, one bathroom................... $1,000-3,000
Two storey, two bathrooms ................. $2,000-2,500
Replace water line to house..............$150-200/lin.ft.
Replace main shut off valve...................... $150-300
Install water heater............................... $400-600+
Rental of water heater............................ $8-12/mon.
Replace toilet.............................................. $300+
Replace toilet flush mechanism................. $100-150
Unclog/remove obstruction from toilet ........ $100-200
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Install drywall on unfinished basement
ceiling ................................................ $2-3/sq.ft.+
Sand/refinish hardwood floors.............. $1.50-4/sq.ft.
Install hardwood floor:
3/8” thick....................................... $4.50-8/sq.ft.+
¾” thick ........................................... $7-12/sq.ft.+
Install parquet flooring .......................... $4-7/sq.ft.+
Install ceramic floor tiles .................................. $7+
Install vinyl floor tiles .............................. $3./sq.ft.+
Install vinyl sheet flooring......................... $5/sq.ft.+
Install wall to wall carpet:
Synthetic.............................................$20/sq.yd.+
Wool...................................................$60/sq.yd.+
Install underpad.....................................$5/sq.yd.+
Replace seat on toilet .............................. $100-200
Install bidet ................................................ $450+
Replace vanity sink ..................................... $150+
Replace pedestal sink .................................. $250+
Replace faucet set ....................................... $150+
Replace bathtub (tile incl.) ........................ $1,500+
Installed refinished claw foot tub ................ $1,800+
Replace bathtub/shower faucet set ................ $250+
Install whirlpool bathtub ........................... $2,500+
Retile bathtub enclosure........................ $800-1,200
Install vinyl bathtub enclosure ............... $200-400+
Install plastic shower stall .................. $600-2,000+
Install bathroom exhaust fan.................. $300-500+
Install basement bathroom ........................ $5,000+
Replace laundry tubs............................... $250-500
Replacement windows:
Sliding ............................................... $25-40/sq.ft.
Casement........................................... $35-50/sq.ft.
Awning .............................................. $35-50/sq.ft.
Double hung ...................................... $35-50/sq.ft.
Fixed ................................................. $25-40/sq.ft.
Bay ................................................... $40-65/sq.ft.
Storm ............................................. $125-250each
Install laundry facilities ................................ $900+
Completely remodel bathroom ................... $5,000+
Install kitchen sink:
Single ........................................................ $300+
Double....................................................... $400+
Install dishwasher ................................ $300-600+
Install garbage disposal......................... $300-500+
Install kitchen range hood ..................... $200-500+
Install sewage ejector pump ............... $800-1,500+
Connect to municipal sewer ...................... $2,500+
Snake out sewer obstruction..................... $100-250
Repair collapsed sewer line ....................... $1,000+
Replace sump pump ............................... $150-250
INTERIOR
Drywall over plaster....................... $1.50-2.50/sq.ft.
Remove plaster, add drywall........... $3.50-4.50/sq.ft.
Spray stipple on existing ceiling .................. $1./sq.ft.
Install drop ceiling................................ $3-5/sq.ft.+
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Install masonry fireplace:
Single flue chimney.................................. $6,000+
From rough-in.......................................... $2,000+
Install zero clearance gas fireplace ............. $3,000+
Convert wood to gas fireplace .................... $1,500+
Install glass door on fireplace........................ $300+
Clean fireplace chimney flue....................... $75-150
Install fireplace damper................................ $300+
Install interior hollow core door.............. $150-250+
Install interior custom wood door .................. $400+
Install interior French doors .......................... $700+
Install louvered closet doors................... $150-250+
Install mirrored closet doors....................... $1,000+
Install exterior solid wood door............ $600-1,200+
Install exterior insulated metal door ........ $600-900+
Install sliding glass doors:
Brick wall...................................... $2,500-3,500+
Wood frame wall ............................ $2,000-2,500+
Replace sliding glass door ............... $1,000-1,700+
Install skylight ............................... $1,000-3,000+
Completely remodel kitchen .................... $10,000+
Install kitchen cabinets ........................ $250/lin.ft.+
Install kitchen counter ........................... $25/lin.ft.+
Install ceiling fan......................................... $200+
Install conventional alarm system............... $1,000+
Install central vac system ................... $800-2,000+
Canister only ....................................... $500-1,000
Paint interior (whole house)....................... $2,000+
Hang wallpaper ......................................... $2/sq.ft.
Epoxy injection of foundation cracks ... $300-400each
Repair foundation crack from exterior.......... $1,500+
When obtaining quotations, we suggest that you receive at
least 3 quotes from qualified professionals. You should try
to ensure that the contractors are all using the same
quality materials and layout of the facilities so that they
can be compared. In addition, you should ask for the
contractor’s experience, references, scheduling and
insurance coverage.
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Home Improvement
and Repair Cost Guide
The following list provides cost estimates for various common repairs and improvements that are typical in
most homes. The price of construction will depend on many factors such as time of year, location, demand,
materials costs etc. The purpose of this cost guide is to assist you in budgeting for home repairs and future
upgrades and is for informational purposes ONLY. In addition, the list is useful in comparing with contractor
quotations. The prices listed include labour and materials, but not taxes.
EXTERIOR
Decks-Pressure treated or cedar............. $15-20/sq.ft
Decks-Custom design and build................. $25/sq.ft.
Flagstone/fieldstone ............................. $15-20/sq.ft.
Interlocking brick drive/walkway ............... $5-8/sq.ft.
Poured concrete .................................... $6-10/sq.ft.
Concrete patio slabs ................................ $2-5/sq.ft.
Resurface existing asphalt drive ............. $2.5-4/sq.ft.
Seal asphalt driveway.................................... $50+
Lay sod/topsoil........................................ $1-2/sq.ft.
Install lawn sprinkler system....................... $1000+
6”x6” pressure treated retaining walls:
Below grade ....................................... $25-30/sq.ft.
Above grade ....................................... $16-20/sq.ft.
Concrete ............................................ $30-40/sq.ft.
Fences:
Pressure treated wood (5’ high) ............$18-22/lin.ft.
Cedar (5’ high) ...................................$25-30/lin.ft.
Chain link (4’ high) ...............................$7-12/lin.ft.
Build detached garage:
Single ..................................................... $8,000+
Double.................................................. $12,000+
Demolish & remove garage........................ $1,500+
REPAIR COST GUIDE — INSIDE SPREAD
Install garage door:
Single wood sectional ......................... $800-1000+
Double wood sectional.................... $1,200-1,500+
Garage door opener.............................. $300-400+
Install drain at bottom of
sloped driveway............................. $1,000-1,500+
Install drain at bottom of exiting stairwell $500-800+
Rebuild exterior basement stair ........... $3,500-5,000
Damp proofing of foundation and
install weeping tile drains.............. $100-125/lin.ft.+
Replace porch steps:
Wood..................................................... $300-500
Concrete ................................................ $400-600
Replace porch flooring ............................. $4-6/sq.ft.
Replace porch skirting .........................$10-15/lin.ft.
Replace step railing ................................. $100-200
Aluminium gutters & downspouts..............$3-5/lin.ft.
Downspout extensions ......................... $15-25 each
Clean gutters fall & spring .......................... $50-100
Install copper gutters & downspouts ... $15-25/lin.ft.+
Aluminium soffit and fascia ....................$7-12/lin.ft.
Install aluminium siding........................ $5-6/sq.ft.+
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Vinyl siding ....................................... $3.50-5/sq.ft.
Cedar siding ........................................... $5-7/sq.ft.
Paint grade wood siding .......................$3-4.50sq.ft.
Stucco siding........................................ $7-12/sq.ft.
Repointing:
Soft mortar.......................................... $3-4.5/sq.ft.
Hard mortar ........................................... $6-8/sq.ft.
Parge foundation walls............................. $3-4/sq.ft.
Replace deteriorated bricks................... $20-30/sq.ft.
Rebuild parapet wall............................$20-30.sq.ft.
Clean brick (chemical wash)
Exposed ................................................. $2-3/sq.ft.
Painted .................................................. $4-6/sq.ft.
Sealing brick ....................................... $.75-1/sq.ft.
Painting (not incl. repairs)
Trim ....................................................... $1,500+
Trim & wall surfaces ................................. $2,500+
ROOFING,
FLASHING &
CHIMNEYS
Asphalt shingles (regular quality) installed over
Existing shingles ............................... $2.-2.50/sq.ft.
Strip & reshingle .......................... $3.50.-4.00/sq.ft.
Strip & reshingle (top quality) ................... $4-5/sq.ft.
Strip & reshingle:
Low slope asphalt ................................... $3-4/sq.ft.
Cedar shingles ...................................... $6-10/sq.ft.
Cedar shakes........................................ $7-10/sq.ft.
Install new slate roofing .................... $10-20/sq.ft.+
Repair loose slates or tiles .....................$30/slate/tile
Install rolled roofing .............................. $1-2/sq.ft.+
Strip & replace tar & gravel roof................. $5-8/sq.ft.
Strip & install membrane roof ................ $5-8/sq.ft.+
Improve flat roof drainage prior to installation
of new membrane ................................... $2-3/sq.ft.
Reflash standard chimney:
Asphalt shingle roof................................. $300-500
Built up or membrane roof ....................... $400-700
Install a metal cricket at chimney........... $300-500+
Repair valley flashing:
On existing roof...................................$20-30/lin.ft.
Replace parapet wall flashing ...............$20-30/lin.ft.
Repoint typical chimney above the roof line:
Single flue ............................................ $20-30/row
Double flue .......................................... $25-40/row
Install rain cap on chimney ...............$50-100each+
Install concrete cap on typical chimney:
Single flue ........................................... $150-300+
Double flue ......................................... $200-400+
Rebuild chimney above the roofline:
Single flue ......................................$100-200/lin.ft.
Double flue ....................................$200-300/lin.ft.
STRUCTURE
Underpin one corner of house.................... $5,000+
Underpin or add foundations ................ $300+/lin.ft.
Lower basement floor by underpinning and/or
bench footings ............................. $150-300+/lin.ft.
Replace beam in unfinished
basement ......................................... $1,000-2,000
Install basement support post with
proper foundation................................. $300-400+
Remove or open bearing wall..................... $2,000+
Remove partition wall ........................... $500-1,500
Install door opening interior wall ......... $500-1,000+
Building & Addition:
Foundation to roof........................... $125-250/sq.ft.
Additional storey ............................. $100-200/sq.ft.
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Install collar ties.................................$30-50each+
Install lateral bracing on collar ties ......... $100-200+
Replace Knob & Tube, (Bungalow) ...... $4,000-7,000
Replace Knob & Tube, (2 Storey) .... $10,000-15,000
Replace roof sheathing ............................ $4-6/sq.ft.
ELECTRICAL
Upgrade electrical service to 100 amps:
Incl. new breaker panel ..................... $1,200-1,800
If suitable panel already exists .................. $500-800
Upgrade to 200 amps ....................... $1,800-2,200
Replace main ground............................... $100-150
Install new breaker panel ...................... $500-800+
Install auxiliary breaker panel ................ $250-500+
Install circuit breaker (15-20 amps) ......... $50-100+
Add 120 volt circuit (freezer M/wave) ........ $250-500
Install exterior outlet (weatherproof cover) $200-300+
Add 240 volt circuit (dryer/stove) .............. $250-350
Add conventional outlet ........................... $100-250
Add kitchen split outlet ........................... $150-300
Ground a conventional outlet .................... $100-200
Replace a conventional outlet with aground
Fault Interrupter outlet ............................... $50-150
HEATING
Install forced air gas furnace:
Mid efficiency................................ $1,800-3,000+
High efficiency............................... $2,800-5,000+
Install metal chimney liner .................... $350-600+
Annual service by HVAC contractor ............. $75-100
Replace blower and/or motor.................... $300-500
Install humidifier.................................. $200-400+
Install electronic air cleaner................... $500-700+
Install boiler:
Mid efficiency................................ $2,500-4,000+
High efficiency............................... $5,000-8,000+
Install firepot in boiler........................... $500-800+
Install circulation pump ........................ $500-700+
Install expansion tank ........................... $250-300+
Install backflow preventer...................... $125-200+
Install metal chimney liner .................... $350-600+
Install programmable thermostat ............ $100-300+
Replace conventional outlet with aluminium
Compatible type (CO/ALR)..................... $15-25each
Upgrade entire house with aluminium
Compatible connectors, outlets etc .......... $800-1500
Rewire electrical outlet with reversed polarity
(quantity cost) ....................................... $5-10each
Remove oil tank:
Interior................................................... $300-500
Underground ........................................... $3,000+
Install switches:
(if electrician is already there) ..............$10-20each+
Install standard light fixture .............$100-200each+
Install exterior light fixture ...............$150-250each+
Install fluorescent light fixture ..........$150-250each+
Rewire entire house during gutting or
Major renovations .................................... $5,000+
Convert from hot water to forced air furnace:
Bungalow ...................................... $7,000-10,000
Two storey.................................... $10,000-15,000
Clean ductwork....................................... $200-400
Ductwork modifications to convert a gravity
Furnace to forced air furnace .............. $1,000-2,000
Replace radiator valve................................ $75-150
Replace radiator...................................... $500-900
Add electric baseboard heater................... $250-350
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Home Improvement
and Repair Cost Guide
The following list provides cost estimates for various common repairs and improvements that are typical in
most homes. The price of construction will depend on many factors such as time of year, location, demand,
materials costs etc. The purpose of this cost guide is to assist you in budgeting for home repairs and future
upgrades and is for informational purposes ONLY. In addition, the list is useful in comparing with contractor
quotations. The prices listed include labour and materials, but not taxes.
EXTERIOR
Decks-Pressure treated or cedar............. $15-20/sq.ft
Decks-Custom design and build................. $25/sq.ft.
Flagstone/fieldstone ............................. $15-20/sq.ft.
Interlocking brick drive/walkway ............... $5-8/sq.ft.
Poured concrete .................................... $6-10/sq.ft.
Concrete patio slabs ................................ $2-5/sq.ft.
Resurface existing asphalt drive ............. $2.5-4/sq.ft.
Seal asphalt driveway.................................... $50+
Lay sod/topsoil........................................ $1-2/sq.ft.
Install lawn sprinkler system....................... $1000+
6”x6” pressure treated retaining walls:
Below grade ....................................... $25-30/sq.ft.
Above grade ....................................... $16-20/sq.ft.
Concrete ............................................ $30-40/sq.ft.
Fences:
Pressure treated wood (5’ high) ............$18-22/lin.ft.
Cedar (5’ high) ...................................$25-30/lin.ft.
Chain link (4’ high) ...............................$7-12/lin.ft.
Build detached garage:
Single ..................................................... $8,000+
Double.................................................. $12,000+
Demolish & remove garage........................ $1,500+
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Install garage door:
Single wood sectional ......................... $800-1000+
Double wood sectional.................... $1,200-1,500+
Garage door opener.............................. $300-400+
Install drain at bottom of
sloped driveway............................. $1,000-1,500+
Install drain at bottom of exiting stairwell $500-800+
Rebuild exterior basement stair ........... $3,500-5,000
Damp proofing of foundation and
install weeping tile drains.............. $100-125/lin.ft.+
Replace porch steps:
Wood..................................................... $300-500
Concrete ................................................ $400-600
Replace porch flooring ............................. $4-6/sq.ft.
Replace porch skirting .........................$10-15/lin.ft.
Replace step railing ................................. $100-200
Aluminium gutters & downspouts..............$3-5/lin.ft.
Downspout extensions ......................... $15-25 each
Clean gutters fall & spring .......................... $50-100
Install copper gutters & downspouts ... $15-25/lin.ft.+
Aluminium soffit and fascia ....................$7-12/lin.ft.
Install aluminium siding........................ $5-6/sq.ft.+
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Vinyl siding ....................................... $3.50-5/sq.ft.
Cedar siding ........................................... $5-7/sq.ft.
Paint grade wood siding .......................$3-4.50sq.ft.
Stucco siding........................................ $7-12/sq.ft.
Repointing:
Soft mortar.......................................... $3-4.5/sq.ft.
Hard mortar ........................................... $6-8/sq.ft.
Parge foundation walls............................. $3-4/sq.ft.
Replace deteriorated bricks................... $20-30/sq.ft.
Rebuild parapet wall............................$20-30.sq.ft.
Clean brick (chemical wash)
Exposed ................................................. $2-3/sq.ft.
Painted .................................................. $4-6/sq.ft.
Sealing brick ....................................... $.75-1/sq.ft.
Painting (not incl. repairs)
Trim ....................................................... $1,500+
Trim & wall surfaces ................................. $2,500+
ROOFING,
FLASHING &
CHIMNEYS
Asphalt shingles (regular quality) installed over
Existing shingles ............................... $2.-2.50/sq.ft.
Strip & reshingle .......................... $3.50.-4.00/sq.ft.
Strip & reshingle (top quality) ................... $4-5/sq.ft.
Strip & reshingle:
Low slope asphalt ................................... $3-4/sq.ft.
Cedar shingles ...................................... $6-10/sq.ft.
Cedar shakes........................................ $7-10/sq.ft.
Install new slate roofing .................... $10-20/sq.ft.+
Repair loose slates or tiles .....................$30/slate/tile
Install rolled roofing .............................. $1-2/sq.ft.+
Strip & replace tar & gravel roof................. $5-8/sq.ft.
Strip & install membrane roof ................ $5-8/sq.ft.+
Improve flat roof drainage prior to installation
of new membrane ................................... $2-3/sq.ft.
Reflash standard chimney:
Asphalt shingle roof................................. $300-500
Built up or membrane roof ....................... $400-700
Install a metal cricket at chimney........... $300-500+
Repair valley flashing:
On existing roof...................................$20-30/lin.ft.
Replace parapet wall flashing ...............$20-30/lin.ft.
Repoint typical chimney above the roof line:
Single flue ............................................ $20-30/row
Double flue .......................................... $25-40/row
Install rain cap on chimney ...............$50-100each+
Install concrete cap on typical chimney:
Single flue ........................................... $150-300+
Double flue ......................................... $200-400+
Rebuild chimney above the roofline:
Single flue ......................................$100-200/lin.ft.
Double flue ....................................$200-300/lin.ft.
STRUCTURE
Underpin one corner of house.................... $5,000+
Underpin or add foundations ................ $300+/lin.ft.
Lower basement floor by underpinning and/or
bench footings ............................. $150-300+/lin.ft.
Replace beam in unfinished
basement ......................................... $1,000-2,000
Install basement support post with
proper foundation................................. $300-400+
Remove or open bearing wall..................... $2,000+
Remove partition wall ........................... $500-1,500
Install door opening interior wall ......... $500-1,000+
Building & Addition:
Foundation to roof........................... $125-250/sq.ft.
Additional storey ............................. $100-200/sq.ft.
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Install collar ties.................................$30-50each+
Install lateral bracing on collar ties ......... $100-200+
Replace Knob & Tube, (Bungalow) ...... $4,000-7,000
Replace Knob & Tube, (2 Storey) .... $10,000-15,000
Replace roof sheathing ............................ $4-6/sq.ft.
ELECTRICAL
Upgrade electrical service to 100 amps:
Incl. new breaker panel ..................... $1,200-1,800
If suitable panel already exists .................. $500-800
Upgrade to 200 amps ....................... $1,800-2,200
Replace main ground............................... $100-150
Install new breaker panel ...................... $500-800+
Install auxiliary breaker panel ................ $250-500+
Install circuit breaker (15-20 amps) ......... $50-100+
Add 120 volt circuit (freezer M/wave) ........ $250-500
Install exterior outlet (weatherproof cover) $200-300+
Add 240 volt circuit (dryer/stove) .............. $250-350
Add conventional outlet ........................... $100-250
Add kitchen split outlet ........................... $150-300
Ground a conventional outlet .................... $100-200
Replace a conventional outlet with aground
Fault Interrupter outlet ............................... $50-150
HEATING
Install forced air gas furnace:
Mid efficiency................................ $1,800-3,000+
High efficiency............................... $2,800-5,000+
Install metal chimney liner .................... $350-600+
Annual service by HVAC contractor ............. $75-100
Replace blower and/or motor.................... $300-500
Install humidifier.................................. $200-400+
Install electronic air cleaner................... $500-700+
Install boiler:
Mid efficiency................................ $2,500-4,000+
High efficiency............................... $5,000-8,000+
Install firepot in boiler........................... $500-800+
Install circulation pump ........................ $500-700+
Install expansion tank ........................... $250-300+
Install backflow preventer...................... $125-200+
Install metal chimney liner .................... $350-600+
Install programmable thermostat ............ $100-300+
Replace conventional outlet with aluminium
Compatible type (CO/ALR)..................... $15-25each
Upgrade entire house with aluminium
Compatible connectors, outlets etc .......... $800-1500
Rewire electrical outlet with reversed polarity
(quantity cost) ....................................... $5-10each
Remove oil tank:
Interior................................................... $300-500
Underground ........................................... $3,000+
Install switches:
(if electrician is already there) ..............$10-20each+
Install standard light fixture .............$100-200each+
Install exterior light fixture ...............$150-250each+
Install fluorescent light fixture ..........$150-250each+
Rewire entire house during gutting or
Major renovations .................................... $5,000+
Convert from hot water to forced air furnace:
Bungalow ...................................... $7,000-10,000
Two storey.................................... $10,000-15,000
Clean ductwork....................................... $200-400
Ductwork modifications to convert a gravity
Furnace to forced air furnace .............. $1,000-2,000
Replace radiator valve................................ $75-150
Replace radiator...................................... $500-900
Add electric baseboard heater................... $250-350
www.amerispec.ca
Home Improvement
and Repair Cost Guide
The following list provides cost estimates for various common repairs and improvements that are typical in
most homes. The price of construction will depend on many factors such as time of year, location, demand,
materials costs etc. The purpose of this cost guide is to assist you in budgeting for home repairs and future
upgrades and is for informational purposes ONLY. In addition, the list is useful in comparing with contractor
quotations. The prices listed include labour and materials, but not taxes.
EXTERIOR
Decks-Pressure treated or cedar............. $15-20/sq.ft
Decks-Custom design and build................. $25/sq.ft.
Flagstone/fieldstone ............................. $15-20/sq.ft.
Interlocking brick drive/walkway ............... $5-8/sq.ft.
Poured concrete .................................... $6-10/sq.ft.
Concrete patio slabs ................................ $2-5/sq.ft.
Resurface existing asphalt drive ............. $2.5-4/sq.ft.
Seal asphalt driveway.................................... $50+
Lay sod/topsoil........................................ $1-2/sq.ft.
Install lawn sprinkler system....................... $1000+
6”x6” pressure treated retaining walls:
Below grade ....................................... $25-30/sq.ft.
Above grade ....................................... $16-20/sq.ft.
Concrete ............................................ $30-40/sq.ft.
Fences:
Pressure treated wood (5’ high) ............$18-22/lin.ft.
Cedar (5’ high) ...................................$25-30/lin.ft.
Chain link (4’ high) ...............................$7-12/lin.ft.
Build detached garage:
Single ..................................................... $8,000+
Double.................................................. $12,000+
Demolish & remove garage........................ $1,500+
REPAIR COST GUIDE — INSIDE SPREAD
Install garage door:
Single wood sectional ......................... $800-1000+
Double wood sectional.................... $1,200-1,500+
Garage door opener.............................. $300-400+
Install drain at bottom of
sloped driveway............................. $1,000-1,500+
Install drain at bottom of exiting stairwell $500-800+
Rebuild exterior basement stair ........... $3,500-5,000
Damp proofing of foundation and
install weeping tile drains.............. $100-125/lin.ft.+
Replace porch steps:
Wood..................................................... $300-500
Concrete ................................................ $400-600
Replace porch flooring ............................. $4-6/sq.ft.
Replace porch skirting .........................$10-15/lin.ft.
Replace step railing ................................. $100-200
Aluminium gutters & downspouts..............$3-5/lin.ft.
Downspout extensions ......................... $15-25 each
Clean gutters fall & spring .......................... $50-100
Install copper gutters & downspouts ... $15-25/lin.ft.+
Aluminium soffit and fascia ....................$7-12/lin.ft.
Install aluminium siding........................ $5-6/sq.ft.+
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Vinyl siding ....................................... $3.50-5/sq.ft.
Cedar siding ........................................... $5-7/sq.ft.
Paint grade wood siding .......................$3-4.50sq.ft.
Stucco siding........................................ $7-12/sq.ft.
Repointing:
Soft mortar.......................................... $3-4.5/sq.ft.
Hard mortar ........................................... $6-8/sq.ft.
Parge foundation walls............................. $3-4/sq.ft.
Replace deteriorated bricks................... $20-30/sq.ft.
Rebuild parapet wall............................$20-30.sq.ft.
Clean brick (chemical wash)
Exposed ................................................. $2-3/sq.ft.
Painted .................................................. $4-6/sq.ft.
Sealing brick ....................................... $.75-1/sq.ft.
Painting (not incl. repairs)
Trim ....................................................... $1,500+
Trim & wall surfaces ................................. $2,500+
ROOFING,
FLASHING &
CHIMNEYS
Asphalt shingles (regular quality) installed over
Existing shingles ............................... $2.-2.50/sq.ft.
Strip & reshingle .......................... $3.50.-4.00/sq.ft.
Strip & reshingle (top quality) ................... $4-5/sq.ft.
Strip & reshingle:
Low slope asphalt ................................... $3-4/sq.ft.
Cedar shingles ...................................... $6-10/sq.ft.
Cedar shakes........................................ $7-10/sq.ft.
Install new slate roofing .................... $10-20/sq.ft.+
Repair loose slates or tiles .....................$30/slate/tile
Install rolled roofing .............................. $1-2/sq.ft.+
Strip & replace tar & gravel roof................. $5-8/sq.ft.
Strip & install membrane roof ................ $5-8/sq.ft.+
Improve flat roof drainage prior to installation
of new membrane ................................... $2-3/sq.ft.
Reflash standard chimney:
Asphalt shingle roof................................. $300-500
Built up or membrane roof ....................... $400-700
Install a metal cricket at chimney........... $300-500+
Repair valley flashing:
On existing roof...................................$20-30/lin.ft.
Replace parapet wall flashing ...............$20-30/lin.ft.
Repoint typical chimney above the roof line:
Single flue ............................................ $20-30/row
Double flue .......................................... $25-40/row
Install rain cap on chimney ...............$50-100each+
Install concrete cap on typical chimney:
Single flue ........................................... $150-300+
Double flue ......................................... $200-400+
Rebuild chimney above the roofline:
Single flue ......................................$100-200/lin.ft.
Double flue ....................................$200-300/lin.ft.
STRUCTURE
Underpin one corner of house.................... $5,000+
Underpin or add foundations ................ $300+/lin.ft.
Lower basement floor by underpinning and/or
bench footings ............................. $150-300+/lin.ft.
Replace beam in unfinished
basement ......................................... $1,000-2,000
Install basement support post with
proper foundation................................. $300-400+
Remove or open bearing wall..................... $2,000+
Remove partition wall ........................... $500-1,500
Install door opening interior wall ......... $500-1,000+
Building & Addition:
Foundation to roof........................... $125-250/sq.ft.
Additional storey ............................. $100-200/sq.ft.
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Install collar ties.................................$30-50each+
Install lateral bracing on collar ties ......... $100-200+
Replace Knob & Tube, (Bungalow) ...... $4,000-7,000
Replace Knob & Tube, (2 Storey) .... $10,000-15,000
Replace roof sheathing ............................ $4-6/sq.ft.
ELECTRICAL
Upgrade electrical service to 100 amps:
Incl. new breaker panel ..................... $1,200-1,800
If suitable panel already exists .................. $500-800
Upgrade to 200 amps ....................... $1,800-2,200
Replace main ground............................... $100-150
Install new breaker panel ...................... $500-800+
Install auxiliary breaker panel ................ $250-500+
Install circuit breaker (15-20 amps) ......... $50-100+
Add 120 volt circuit (freezer M/wave) ........ $250-500
Install exterior outlet (weatherproof cover) $200-300+
Add 240 volt circuit (dryer/stove) .............. $250-350
Add conventional outlet ........................... $100-250
Add kitchen split outlet ........................... $150-300
Ground a conventional outlet .................... $100-200
Replace a conventional outlet with aground
Fault Interrupter outlet ............................... $50-150
HEATING
Install forced air gas furnace:
Mid efficiency................................ $1,800-3,000+
High efficiency............................... $2,800-5,000+
Install metal chimney liner .................... $350-600+
Annual service by HVAC contractor ............. $75-100
Replace blower and/or motor.................... $300-500
Install humidifier.................................. $200-400+
Install electronic air cleaner................... $500-700+
Install boiler:
Mid efficiency................................ $2,500-4,000+
High efficiency............................... $5,000-8,000+
Install firepot in boiler........................... $500-800+
Install circulation pump ........................ $500-700+
Install expansion tank ........................... $250-300+
Install backflow preventer...................... $125-200+
Install metal chimney liner .................... $350-600+
Install programmable thermostat ............ $100-300+
Replace conventional outlet with aluminium
Compatible type (CO/ALR)..................... $15-25each
Upgrade entire house with aluminium
Compatible connectors, outlets etc .......... $800-1500
Rewire electrical outlet with reversed polarity
(quantity cost) ....................................... $5-10each
Remove oil tank:
Interior................................................... $300-500
Underground ........................................... $3,000+
Install switches:
(if electrician is already there) ..............$10-20each+
Install standard light fixture .............$100-200each+
Install exterior light fixture ...............$150-250each+
Install fluorescent light fixture ..........$150-250each+
Rewire entire house during gutting or
Major renovations .................................... $5,000+
Convert from hot water to forced air furnace:
Bungalow ...................................... $7,000-10,000
Two storey.................................... $10,000-15,000
Clean ductwork....................................... $200-400
Ductwork modifications to convert a gravity
Furnace to forced air furnace .............. $1,000-2,000
Replace radiator valve................................ $75-150
Replace radiator...................................... $500-900
Add electric baseboard heater................... $250-350
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Add air conditioning system on existing forced
Air system ........................................ $2,000-3,500
Replace A/C condenser..................... .$1,200-2,000
Install independent A/C/ system ..... $8,000-15,000+
Service/clean air conditioner..................... $300-500
INSULATION
Insulate open attic area to
Modern standards ........................... $.50-1.25/sq.ft.
Additional roof vents............................. $50-75each
Add turbine roof vent ............................... $200-250
Remove U.F.F.I. in frame walls.............. $20-35/sq.ft.
Insulate from exterior with rigid insulation prior
to residing .............................................. $1-2/sq.ft.
Insulate basement from interior.................... $1/sq.ft.
PLUMBING
Replace galvanized with copper:
Bungalow, one bathroom ................... $1,000-2,000
Bungalow, two bathrooms.................. $1,500-2,500
Two storey, one bathroom................... $1,000-3,000
Two storey, two bathrooms ................. $2,000-2,500
Replace water line to house..............$150-200/lin.ft.
Replace main shut off valve...................... $150-300
Install water heater............................... $400-600+
Rental of water heater............................ $8-12/mon.
Replace toilet.............................................. $300+
Replace toilet flush mechanism................. $100-150
Unclog/remove obstruction from toilet ........ $100-200
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Install drywall on unfinished basement
ceiling ................................................ $2-3/sq.ft.+
Sand/refinish hardwood floors.............. $1.50-4/sq.ft.
Install hardwood floor:
3/8” thick....................................... $4.50-8/sq.ft.+
¾” thick ........................................... $7-12/sq.ft.+
Install parquet flooring .......................... $4-7/sq.ft.+
Install ceramic floor tiles .................................. $7+
Install vinyl floor tiles .............................. $3./sq.ft.+
Install vinyl sheet flooring......................... $5/sq.ft.+
Install wall to wall carpet:
Synthetic.............................................$20/sq.yd.+
Wool...................................................$60/sq.yd.+
Install underpad.....................................$5/sq.yd.+
Replace seat on toilet .............................. $100-200
Install bidet ................................................ $450+
Replace vanity sink ..................................... $150+
Replace pedestal sink .................................. $250+
Replace faucet set ....................................... $150+
Replace bathtub (tile incl.) ........................ $1,500+
Installed refinished claw foot tub ................ $1,800+
Replace bathtub/shower faucet set ................ $250+
Install whirlpool bathtub ........................... $2,500+
Retile bathtub enclosure........................ $800-1,200
Install vinyl bathtub enclosure ............... $200-400+
Install plastic shower stall .................. $600-2,000+
Install bathroom exhaust fan.................. $300-500+
Install basement bathroom ........................ $5,000+
Replace laundry tubs............................... $250-500
Replacement windows:
Sliding ............................................... $25-40/sq.ft.
Casement........................................... $35-50/sq.ft.
Awning .............................................. $35-50/sq.ft.
Double hung ...................................... $35-50/sq.ft.
Fixed ................................................. $25-40/sq.ft.
Bay ................................................... $40-65/sq.ft.
Storm ............................................. $125-250each
Install laundry facilities ................................ $900+
Completely remodel bathroom ................... $5,000+
Install kitchen sink:
Single ........................................................ $300+
Double....................................................... $400+
Install dishwasher ................................ $300-600+
Install garbage disposal......................... $300-500+
Install kitchen range hood ..................... $200-500+
Install sewage ejector pump ............... $800-1,500+
Connect to municipal sewer ...................... $2,500+
Snake out sewer obstruction..................... $100-250
Repair collapsed sewer line ....................... $1,000+
Replace sump pump ............................... $150-250
INTERIOR
Drywall over plaster....................... $1.50-2.50/sq.ft.
Remove plaster, add drywall........... $3.50-4.50/sq.ft.
Spray stipple on existing ceiling .................. $1./sq.ft.
Install drop ceiling................................ $3-5/sq.ft.+
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Install masonry fireplace:
Single flue chimney.................................. $6,000+
From rough-in.......................................... $2,000+
Install zero clearance gas fireplace ............. $3,000+
Convert wood to gas fireplace .................... $1,500+
Install glass door on fireplace........................ $300+
Clean fireplace chimney flue....................... $75-150
Install fireplace damper................................ $300+
Install interior hollow core door.............. $150-250+
Install interior custom wood door .................. $400+
Install interior French doors .......................... $700+
Install louvered closet doors................... $150-250+
Install mirrored closet doors....................... $1,000+
Install exterior solid wood door............ $600-1,200+
Install exterior insulated metal door ........ $600-900+
Install sliding glass doors:
Brick wall...................................... $2,500-3,500+
Wood frame wall ............................ $2,000-2,500+
Replace sliding glass door ............... $1,000-1,700+
Install skylight ............................... $1,000-3,000+
Completely remodel kitchen .................... $10,000+
Install kitchen cabinets ........................ $250/lin.ft.+
Install kitchen counter ........................... $25/lin.ft.+
Install ceiling fan......................................... $200+
Install conventional alarm system............... $1,000+
Install central vac system ................... $800-2,000+
Canister only ....................................... $500-1,000
Paint interior (whole house)....................... $2,000+
Hang wallpaper ......................................... $2/sq.ft.
Epoxy injection of foundation cracks ... $300-400each
Repair foundation crack from exterior.......... $1,500+
When obtaining quotations, we suggest that you receive at
least 3 quotes from qualified professionals. You should try
to ensure that the contractors are all using the same
quality materials and layout of the facilities so that they
can be compared. In addition, you should ask for the
contractor’s experience, references, scheduling and
insurance coverage.
This Cost Guide can also be found on our website,
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COOLING &
HEATING PUMPS
Add air conditioning system on existing forced
Air system ........................................ $2,000-3,500
Replace A/C condenser..................... .$1,200-2,000
Install independent A/C/ system ..... $8,000-15,000+
Service/clean air conditioner..................... $300-500
INSULATION
Insulate open attic area to
Modern standards ........................... $.50-1.25/sq.ft.
Additional roof vents............................. $50-75each
Add turbine roof vent ............................... $200-250
Remove U.F.F.I. in frame walls.............. $20-35/sq.ft.
Insulate from exterior with rigid insulation prior
to residing .............................................. $1-2/sq.ft.
Insulate basement from interior.................... $1/sq.ft.
PLUMBING
Replace galvanized with copper:
Bungalow, one bathroom ................... $1,000-2,000
Bungalow, two bathrooms.................. $1,500-2,500
Two storey, one bathroom................... $1,000-3,000
Two storey, two bathrooms ................. $2,000-2,500
Replace water line to house..............$150-200/lin.ft.
Replace main shut off valve...................... $150-300
Install water heater............................... $400-600+
Rental of water heater............................ $8-12/mon.
Replace toilet.............................................. $300+
Replace toilet flush mechanism................. $100-150
Unclog/remove obstruction from toilet ........ $100-200
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Install drywall on unfinished basement
ceiling ................................................ $2-3/sq.ft.+
Sand/refinish hardwood floors.............. $1.50-4/sq.ft.
Install hardwood floor:
3/8” thick....................................... $4.50-8/sq.ft.+
¾” thick ........................................... $7-12/sq.ft.+
Install parquet flooring .......................... $4-7/sq.ft.+
Install ceramic floor tiles .................................. $7+
Install vinyl floor tiles .............................. $3./sq.ft.+
Install vinyl sheet flooring......................... $5/sq.ft.+
Install wall to wall carpet:
Synthetic.............................................$20/sq.yd.+
Wool...................................................$60/sq.yd.+
Install underpad.....................................$5/sq.yd.+
Replace seat on toilet .............................. $100-200
Install bidet ................................................ $450+
Replace vanity sink ..................................... $150+
Replace pedestal sink .................................. $250+
Replace faucet set ....................................... $150+
Replace bathtub (tile incl.) ........................ $1,500+
Installed refinished claw foot tub ................ $1,800+
Replace bathtub/shower faucet set ................ $250+
Install whirlpool bathtub ........................... $2,500+
Retile bathtub enclosure........................ $800-1,200
Install vinyl bathtub enclosure ............... $200-400+
Install plastic shower stall .................. $600-2,000+
Install bathroom exhaust fan.................. $300-500+
Install basement bathroom ........................ $5,000+
Replace laundry tubs............................... $250-500
Replacement windows:
Sliding ............................................... $25-40/sq.ft.
Casement........................................... $35-50/sq.ft.
Awning .............................................. $35-50/sq.ft.
Double hung ...................................... $35-50/sq.ft.
Fixed ................................................. $25-40/sq.ft.
Bay ................................................... $40-65/sq.ft.
Storm ............................................. $125-250each
Install laundry facilities ................................ $900+
Completely remodel bathroom ................... $5,000+
Install kitchen sink:
Single ........................................................ $300+
Double....................................................... $400+
Install dishwasher ................................ $300-600+
Install garbage disposal......................... $300-500+
Install kitchen range hood ..................... $200-500+
Install sewage ejector pump ............... $800-1,500+
Connect to municipal sewer ...................... $2,500+
Snake out sewer obstruction..................... $100-250
Repair collapsed sewer line ....................... $1,000+
Replace sump pump ............................... $150-250
INTERIOR
Drywall over plaster....................... $1.50-2.50/sq.ft.
Remove plaster, add drywall........... $3.50-4.50/sq.ft.
Spray stipple on existing ceiling .................. $1./sq.ft.
Install drop ceiling................................ $3-5/sq.ft.+
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Install masonry fireplace:
Single flue chimney.................................. $6,000+
From rough-in.......................................... $2,000+
Install zero clearance gas fireplace ............. $3,000+
Convert wood to gas fireplace .................... $1,500+
Install glass door on fireplace........................ $300+
Clean fireplace chimney flue....................... $75-150
Install fireplace damper................................ $300+
Install interior hollow core door.............. $150-250+
Install interior custom wood door .................. $400+
Install interior French doors .......................... $700+
Install louvered closet doors................... $150-250+
Install mirrored closet doors....................... $1,000+
Install exterior solid wood door............ $600-1,200+
Install exterior insulated metal door ........ $600-900+
Install sliding glass doors:
Brick wall...................................... $2,500-3,500+
Wood frame wall ............................ $2,000-2,500+
Replace sliding glass door ............... $1,000-1,700+
Install skylight ............................... $1,000-3,000+
Completely remodel kitchen .................... $10,000+
Install kitchen cabinets ........................ $250/lin.ft.+
Install kitchen counter ........................... $25/lin.ft.+
Install ceiling fan......................................... $200+
Install conventional alarm system............... $1,000+
Install central vac system ................... $800-2,000+
Canister only ....................................... $500-1,000
Paint interior (whole house)....................... $2,000+
Hang wallpaper ......................................... $2/sq.ft.
Epoxy injection of foundation cracks ... $300-400each
Repair foundation crack from exterior.......... $1,500+
When obtaining quotations, we suggest that you receive at
least 3 quotes from qualified professionals. You should try
to ensure that the contractors are all using the same
quality materials and layout of the facilities so that they
can be compared. In addition, you should ask for the
contractor’s experience, references, scheduling and
insurance coverage.
This Cost Guide can also be found on our website,
www.amerispec.ca
Contact Us: