Renovation project planner

Plan your next home improvement project.

Estimate a renovation budget by project scope, materials, labor, permits, and contingency. Compare the cost to your savings timeline.

Project typeArea (square feet)Estimated materials per sq ft ($)Estimated labor per sq ft ($)Permits & fixed fees ($)Contingency (%)Already saved ($)Months until project

Before you hire a contractor

Request multiple itemized quotes, confirm licensing and insurance, check permit requirements, and budget for surprises behind walls or under floors. The inputs above are illustrative planning assumptions—not local contractor quotes.

Actual prices vary substantially by location, project complexity, finishes, structural work and season. This tool does not retrieve live local pricing.