Whole-House Remodel · National
$20,000 – $150,000
Typical range for most projects
What to know first
- 01Kitchens and bathrooms take the largest share.
- 02Replacing wiring, plumbing, or HVAC raises the floor of the budget.
- 03One general contractor keeps trades on one schedule.
- 04Keep 10 to 15 percent as a contingency.
Cost by scope
| Scope | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Cosmetic: paint, floors, fixtures | $20,000 – $50,000 |
| Mid-range: kitchen, baths, finishes | $50,000 – $120,000 |
| Gut renovation with systems | $120,000 – $250,000+ |
What moves the price
01
Systems
Old wiring, galvanized pipes, and aging HVAC are best replaced while walls are open.
02
Structural changes
Removing load-bearing walls needs engineering and inspections.
03
Permits and inspections
Most cities require a permit when work touches structure, plumbing, electrical, gas, or the roof deck. Permit fees are usually a small share of the budget, but inspection dates set the pace of the job, so book them into the schedule from day one.
How the ranges are built
These are planning ranges from the Jacob Pro project desk, based on the scopes we price most often. Use them to budget before a site visit. The written estimate a crew lead gives you after seeing the job is the number to plan around.
Questions homeowners ask
Can I live in the house during a remodel?
For phased work, yes. For a gut renovation, most families move out for part of the job.
Ready for a real number?
A crew lead walks the job and gives you a written estimate. No cost, no obligation.
About the author
Jacob Pro Project DeskEstimating and permitting team
The project desk scopes every Jacob Pro job before a crew is scheduled. The team writes these guides from the estimates, permit files, and closeout reports it handles every week, so homeowners can plan with the same questions our estimators ask.