Home Improvement Projects
Every project area we cover, organized the way homeowners actually think about them. Linked topics have full cost guides today; the rest are being researched and built in the open — each new guide ships with sources, assumptions, and a review date.
Deep-dive project hubs
By category
Plumbing & Water
Water heaters, drains, sewer lines, softeners, and leak repair.
Heating, Cooling & Air
HVAC systems, furnaces, heat pumps, AC, and ductwork.
Roofing & Exterior
Roof replacement and repair, siding, gutters, and windows.
Structure & Foundation
Foundation repair, crawl spaces, basements, and waterproofing.
- Crawl space encapsulation
- Foundation repair
- Basement waterproofing (guide in progress)
- Mold remediation
Kitchens & Baths
Remodels, fixtures, cabinets, and countertops.
- Bathroom remodel
- Kitchen remodel
- Countertops & cabinets (guide in progress)
Energy & Insulation
Insulation, air sealing, solar, and efficiency upgrades.
- Attic insulation
- Spray foam insulation (guide in progress)
- Solar panels (guide in progress)
- EV charger installation
Electrical & Power
Panels, rewiring, outlets, and generators.
Outdoor & Concrete
Decks, fences, driveways, and chimneys.
- Deck building (guide in progress)
- Fence installation (guide in progress)
- Driveway replacement (guide in progress)
- Chimney repair (guide in progress)
By problem
Water where it shouldn't be
Big-ticket replacements
Current cost guides
- How Much Does Water Heater Replacement Cost? — typical $1,700
- How Much Does a Tankless Water Heater Cost? — typical $3,600
- How Much Does Crawl Space Encapsulation Cost? — typical $7,500
- How Much Does a Bathroom Remodel Cost? — typical $13,500
- How Much Does Window Replacement Cost? — typical $750
- How Much Does Roof Replacement Cost? — typical $12,500
- How Much Does Heat Pump Installation Cost? — typical $11,500
- How Much Does a Kitchen Remodel Cost? — typical $26,000
- How Much Does Water Softener Installation Cost? — typical $2,000
- How Much Does Foundation Repair Cost? — typical $5,500
- How Much Does Mold Remediation Cost? — typical $3,000
- How Much Does a Metal Roof Cost? — typical $19,000
- How Much Does a Heat Pump Water Heater Cost? — typical $3,300
- How Much Does Water Heater Repair Cost? — typical $400
- How Much Does HVAC Replacement Cost? — typical $12,000
- How Much Does AC Replacement Cost? — typical $7,500
- How Much Does Furnace Replacement Cost? — typical $6,000
- How Much Does AC Repair Cost? — typical $450
- How Much Does Ductwork Replacement Cost? — typical $6,500
- How Much Does a Mini Split Cost? — typical $4,500
- How Much Does Roof Repair Cost? — typical $1,100
- How Much Does Gutter Replacement Cost? — typical $2,200
- How Much Does Siding Replacement Cost? — typical $16,000
- How Much Does Attic Insulation Cost? — typical $2,800
- How Much Does Sump Pump Installation Cost? — typical $1,200
- How Much Does Sewer Line Replacement Cost? — typical $8,500
- How Much Does Drain Cleaning Cost? — typical $300
- How Much Does GFCI Outlet Installation Cost? — typical $210
- How Much Does an Electrical Panel Upgrade Cost? — typical $3,200
- How Much Does EV Charger Installation Cost? — typical $1,600
- How Much Does It Cost to Rewire a House? — typical $12,000
- How Much Does Generator Installation Cost? — typical $9,500