Home Repair Estimate Values

Estimate Values For Home Repairs ---- 5/31/08

There are a variety of methods for completing any one repair. Each method having its own cost, time to complete and life expectancy. It is recommended to get three estimates for any planned repairs from specialists for that system. If possible, consult friends for contractor recommendations. It is important to understand what an estimate includes before having any work started. In some instances permits may be needed. The following list contains information to aid in developing cost estimates for repairs in various systems of a house. For a qualified do-it-yourselfer, you’re the labor. Otherwise you need to call a contractor for labor costs and the expertise to install the components. This list is not intended to be all inclusive. Additional costs can include unexpected damage revealed after the start of any repair, removal and disposal of debris/appliances, upgrades in electrical or plumbing needed to accommodate appliance replacement just to name a few. The prices listed here are for basic grade components and were obtained by checking out several home improvement stores, newspaper flyers and websites. *Any labor costs listed are expenses experienced personally over the last couple of years. We do not take responsibility on how this information is used. Again it is recommended to have certified professionals in their field of expertise verify these numbers as they may apply to your situation.

Roofing:
• Roofer for Minor Repair /composite shingle - $125/Hr. Labor & Material*
• Asphalt/fiberglass $16-20/bundle (sold in bundles, 3 bundles ~ one square or 100 sqft)
• Gutters $5-8 per 10ft section
• Downspouts $8-11 per 10 ft section
• Chimney guard/cap $28-50
• Roof mount power ventilator $76-106
• Gable Ventilator $64-87
Electrical –All electrical components should be UL rated:
• Electrician for Misc.Repair/servicing - Starting at $100/Hr Labor*
• 200 Amp Distribution Panel Enclosure (40 spaces) $141-210
• 100 Amp Distribution Panel Enclosure $60-131
• 200 Amp Meter Box $33-36
• Circuit Breakers $5-65
• Conduit $1.50 - 11/10ft
• 4/0 aluminum service line XHHW $3.40/ft
• 2 aluminum service line XHHW $1.94/ft
• Outlets $1-7
• GFCI outlet $13-16
• Outlet Covers $1-6
• Switches $1-11
• Dimmer Switches $2-40
• Junction box w/ cover & wire clamps $3-5
Heating & Cooling – Pricing varies based on the size of a unit and its efficiency:
• HVAC Routine Servicing Contract $200-250/yr.*
• Technician Repair /Servicing -$90 travel time* plus labor and parts
• Air Filter – $1-18
• Electric baseboard heater $47-140
• Baseboard Thermostat $17-21
• Window Air Conditioner $100-500 (5k to 25k BTU)
• Central Air Conditioning (Compressor/condenser and Evaporator) $5,238 parts and labor* for a 4 level townhouse
Plumbing:
• Plumber for Misc Plumbing (leaks, etc) Starting at $100/Hr Labor *
• Sump pump $150-180
• Water heater Electric 50-80 gal $220-580 Gas 40 – 75 gal $299-700
• Water heater pan $8-18
• Tankless Gas Water Heater $1000
• Water heater expansion tank $35-56
• Water Heater Temperature Pressure Valve $13-15
• Toilet Kit (toilet, seat, bolts, wax ring) $79 -262
• Toilet replacement mechanisms $3-20
• Bathroom tub spout diverters $16-65
• Well Jet Pump $170-236
• Well Submersible Pump $320-365
• Well Pressure Tank $100-645
• Sump liner/bucket $26-54
• Sump Pump $150-180
• Plumbing repair kit (rubber washers) $4-12
Exterior:
• Front entry door, prehung: $250-3300
• Sliding glass door $300-2000
• Entry Door locks $15-200
• Window, double hung, double glaze, vinyl: $136-255
• Replacement aluminum window screens $20-27
• Garage Door Opener $128-230
• Window thermal glass repair (lost seal) $150-175*
• Door thermal glass repair (lost seal) $250-350 *
• Misc. General Carpentry repairs $25-55/hr. *
• Rebuild stone exterior on wood framed metal chimney $7000*
• Stucco 30’ masonry chimney $3600 labor & material estimate*
• Stucco patch 2 sqft area $275*
• General purpose exterior caulking/sealer $4-6/tube
• 5 gallon latex driveway sealer $24-25
Interior:
• Stoves Gas $320-1500 Electric $380-1250
• Cooktops Gas$500-1250 Electric $260-2500
• Garbage disposal $75-220
• Range Hood $120-1800
• Microwave $177 -550
• Dishwasher $350-700
• Clothes Washer $400-1200
• Clothes Dryer $400-1200
• Ceiling Fan $33-70
• Smoke detectors $10-52
• CO detectors $27-50
• Interior door handles $8-10
• Interior door prehung $55-290
• Carpet installed $1-5/sqft (carpet store Sunday paper sales flyer)
• Laminate installed $7-9/Sqft (carpet store Sunday paper sales flyer)
• Wood flooring installed $6-8/Sqft (carpet store Sunday paper sales flyer)
• Drywall 4’x8’ $7-9
• Insulation-Rolled Fiberglass $.42-81/sq.ft.
• Insulation blow-in cellulose $.23/sq.ft.
• Dimensional Limber (Sunday paper sales flyer)
• 2”x4” $0.34/ft.
• 2”x8” $0.62/ft.
• 2”x10” $0.78/ft.
• 2”x12” $0.95/ft.
Landscaping/Decking :
• Simple Drainage $65-80/hr including basic materials*
• 4”x4”x8’ pressure treated post $7-9
• 5/4”x6” pressure treated decking $5-15
• Composite decking $15-29