{"id":301365,"date":"2026-03-23T07:23:27","date_gmt":"2026-03-23T11:23:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/?p=301365"},"modified":"2026-05-06T05:50:10","modified_gmt":"2026-05-06T09:50:10","slug":"how-much-does-it-cost-to-renovate-a-house","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-renovate-a-house\/","title":{"rendered":"How Much Does It Cost to Renovate a House in 2024?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Americans spent <a     href=\"https:\/\/todayshomeowner.com\/home-finances\/guides\/top-home-remodeling-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">$427 billion<\/a> in 2022 on home improvements. Experts predict home improvement sales will rise to $620 billion in 2024. Moreover, 93% of homeowners felt they had a better quality of life after their home renovation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>High mortgage rates entice homeowners to renovate and continue to live in their current homes rather than hunt for a new one. Moreover, home renovation projects can bring in up to 60% ROI and are a great way to <a     href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/increase-home-value\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">increase home value<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n    <div class=\"addingPreApprovalWidget\">\n        <div class=\"preApprovalBox\">\n            <div class=\"preFirstBlock\">\n                <div class=\"preApply\">\n                    <div class=\"preSecond preCom noSidebar\">\n                        <div class=\"preApprovalBlock\">\n                            <p class=\"preHeader\">Get a Mortgage for Your Home Renovation\ud83c\udfe1<\/p>\n                            <p>Select Your Loan Type <\/p>\n                            <ul class=\"preApprovalType\">\n                                <li class=\"processList\" name=\"1\">\n                                    <input type=\"radio\" class=\"inputSelect\" value=\"1\" aria-label=\"Select\">\n                                    <div 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Generally, small projects cost around $18,000, whereas major projects cost up to $150,000. The cost of house remodeling depends on multiple factors. These include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Labor Costs:<\/strong> It is generally $20 to $150 per hour, depending on the complexity of the project. However, setting aside 10% to 20% of your home renovation budget for labor costs is advisable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Permit Costs:<\/strong> You must obtain local permits before beginning the remodeling process. These include inspections, zoning requirements, insurance, etc. and generally cost between $400 and $1800.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Designing Costs:<\/strong> When renovating your house, if you decide to change its interior, hiring a designer is advisable. The cost ranges between $100 and $200.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Home Inspection Costs:<\/strong> You must get a <a     href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/home-inspections\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">home inspection<\/a> done to avoid unforeseen expenses that may arise during the renovation. It generally costs between $300 and $500.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Home remodeling costs largely depend on how much you want to remodel your house.<\/p>\n\n\n    <form id=\"email-cta-form\" class=\"emailSubscribeInput\">\n\t\t<div class=\"email-cta-head\"><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter<\/strong><\/div>\n        <div class=\"inputInBox inptNewsLetter\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"inputBox\">\n\t\t\t\t<input type=\"text\" name=\"firstname\" id=\"firstname\" placeholder=\"Your First Name\">\n\t\t\t\t<p class=\"error nameError\">Please provide your name<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"inputBox\">\n\t\t\t\t<input type=\"email\" name=\"email\" id=\"email\" placeholder=\"Your Email\" required>\n\t\t\t\t<p class=\"error emailError\">Please provide your Email<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"inputSubBox inptMobSubs\">\n\t\t\t\t<button class=\"subscribe\" type=\"button\" onclick=\"subscribeToMailChimp()\">Subscribe<\/button>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"inputSubBox inptSubPara\">\n\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"subscribe-btn\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- <i class=\"sui-icon-info\" aria-hidden=\"true\"> <\/i> -->\n\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dtpwvruv8ddnl.cloudfront.net\/images\/blog\/newBlog\/subscribe-icon.svg\" alt=\"subscrib-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/span> \n\t\t\t\tDon\u2019t worry, we won\u2019t spam\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n\t\t<div id=\"subscribe-message\"><\/div>\n    <\/form>\n\t<script>\n    document.getElementById(\"firstname\").addEventListener(\"input\", function (event) {\n\t\tconst regex = \/^[A-Za-z.'-]*$\/; \/\/ Allowed pattern\n\t\tconst input = event.target.value;\n\n\t\tif (!regex.test(input)) {\n\t\t\t\/\/ Remove invalid characters\n\t\t\tevent.target.value = input.replace(\/[^A-Za-z.'-]\/g, \"\"); \/\/ Only keep valid characters\n\t\t}\n\t});\n\t<\/script>\n    \n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-28\" id=\"full-house-renovation-cost\"><strong>How Much Does It Cost to Remodel a Home by Size?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The major factor contributing to home renovation costs is the size of the property. An average renovation cost per square foot is between $15 and $60. The below table shows different renovation costs of a home as per its size.<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"footable_parent_316830\"\n         class=\" footable_parent ninja_table_wrapper loading_ninja_table wp_table_data_press_parent semantic_ui \">\n                <table data-ninja_table_instance=\"ninja_table_instance_0\" data-footable_id=\"316830\" data-filter-delay=\"1000\" aria-label=\"Renovation Costs by Size\"            id=\"footable_316830\"\n           data-unique_identifier=\"ninja_table_unique_id_1171730563_316830\"\n           class=\" foo-table ninja_footable foo_table_316830 ninja_table_unique_id_1171730563_316830 ui table  nt_type_legacy_table selectable striped vertical_centered  footable-paging-right ninja_table_search_disabled ninja_table_pro\">\n                <colgroup>\n                            <col class=\"ninja_column_0 \">\n                            <col class=\"ninja_column_1 \">\n                    <\/colgroup>\n        <thead>\n<tr class=\"footable-header\">\n                                        <th scope=\"col\"  class=\"ninja_column_0 ninja_clmn_nm_square_footage \">Square Footage<\/th><th scope=\"col\"  class=\"ninja_column_1 ninja_clmn_nm_average_renovation_cost \">Average Renovation Cost<\/th><\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n\n        <tr data-row_id=\"11309\" class=\"ninja_table_row_0 nt_row_id_11309\">\n            <td>1,000 sq. ft<\/td><td>$15,000 \u2013 $60,000<\/td>        <\/tr>\n            <tr data-row_id=\"11311\" class=\"ninja_table_row_1 nt_row_id_11311\">\n            <td>1,500 sq. ft<\/td><td>$20,000 \u2013 $85,000<\/td>        <\/tr>\n            <tr data-row_id=\"11312\" class=\"ninja_table_row_2 nt_row_id_11312\">\n            <td>2,000 sq. ft<\/td><td>$28,000 \u2013 $115,000<\/td>        <\/tr>\n            <tr data-row_id=\"11313\" class=\"ninja_table_row_3 nt_row_id_11313\">\n            <td>2,500 sq. ft <\/td><td>$35,000 \u2013 $135,000<\/td>        <\/tr>\n            <tr data-row_id=\"11314\" class=\"ninja_table_row_4 nt_row_id_11314\">\n            <td>3,000 sq. ft <\/td><td>$40,000 \u2013 $160,000<\/td>        <\/tr>\n    <\/tbody><!--ninja_tobody_rendering_done-->\n    <\/table>\n    \n    \n    \n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-28\" id=\"renovate-house\"><strong>Project-Wise Cost to Renovate a House<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the individual costs of remodeling different parts of a house.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-15\" id=\"cost-to-renovate-a-bathroom\"><strong>Cost to Renovate a Bathroom<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Remodeling a bathroom can significantly impact your home renovation budget. It is important to figure out what kind of renovations you can afford.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s a list of bathroom renovation costs by type: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Powder Room<\/strong> <strong>($5,000 to $10,000):<\/strong> It may include vanity upgrades, flooring, and lighting expenses.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Guest Bathroom:<\/strong> <strong>($14,000 to $20,000):<\/strong> Guest bathroom renovation may include bathtub and shower upgrades, new wallpaper, and more. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Master Bathroom Remodel: ($30,000)<\/strong>: It may include new lighting, tiles, and double vanity fixture expenses.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-15\"><strong>Cost to Renovate a Kitchen<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The remodeling costs of a kitchen depend on the scale of the project. A basic upgrade is much cheaper than a high-end remodel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s a list of common kitchen upgrades and costs for each:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>New Appliances ($3,800 to $25,000):<\/strong> The cost of new appliances depends on your taste and preferences. A new refrigerator can cost you $500 for a basic model or up to $10,000 for a top-of-the-line model. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Plumbing ($4,000 to $7,000):<\/strong> Upgrading or replacing plumbing is a costly part of your kitchen remodel. As a thumb rule, have at least 4% of your total kitchen renovation budget for plumbing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Countertops ($3,200 to $8,500):<\/strong> Replacing countertops can be a big expense. You can cut costs by replacing the doors or repainting the cabinets instead of replacing the entire structure.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-15\"><strong>Cost to Renovate a Living Room<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Labor and materials largely constitute renovation quotes for a living room. Labor costs typically account for 15% to 30% and material costs for 70% to 85% of the total budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s a list of the average renovation costs of a living room.<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"footable_parent_323866\"\n         class=\" footable_parent ninja_table_wrapper loading_ninja_table wp_table_data_press_parent semantic_ui \">\n                <table data-ninja_table_instance=\"ninja_table_instance_1\" data-footable_id=\"323866\" data-filter-delay=\"1000\" aria-label=\"Average Costs of Remodeling Living Room by Size\"            id=\"footable_323866\"\n           data-unique_identifier=\"ninja_table_unique_id_2491135964_323866\"\n           class=\" foo-table ninja_footable foo_table_323866 ninja_table_unique_id_2491135964_323866 ui table  nt_type_legacy_table selectable striped vertical_centered  footable-paging-right ninja_table_search_disabled ninja_table_pro\">\n                <colgroup>\n                            <col class=\"ninja_column_0 \">\n                            <col class=\"ninja_column_1 \">\n                    <\/colgroup>\n        <thead>\n<tr class=\"footable-header\">\n                                        <th scope=\"col\"  class=\"ninja_column_0 ninja_clmn_nm_size \">Square Footage<\/th><th scope=\"col\"  class=\"ninja_column_1 ninja_clmn_nm_cost \">Renovation Cost<\/th><\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n\n        <tr data-row_id=\"11626\" class=\"ninja_table_row_0 nt_row_id_11626\">\n            <td>300-400 sq. ft<\/td><td>$518<\/td>        <\/tr>\n            <tr data-row_id=\"11627\" class=\"ninja_table_row_1 nt_row_id_11627\">\n            <td>400-500 sq. ft <\/td><td>$782<\/td>        <\/tr>\n            <tr data-row_id=\"11628\" class=\"ninja_table_row_2 nt_row_id_11628\">\n            <td>600-800 sq. ft <\/td><td>$1,200 - $2,000<\/td>        <\/tr>\n    <\/tbody><!--ninja_tobody_rendering_done-->\n    <\/table>\n    \n    \n    \n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Cost to Renovate a Garage<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Renovating a garage is one of the most important <a     href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/home-improvement-loans\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">home improvement<\/a> costs. It improves the curb appeal of your property and increases your ROI. You can either renovate the garage or convert it into a new room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Cost to Renovate a Garage ($7,000 to $15,000):<\/strong> You can upgrade your garage with a simple paint job, add extra storage, or change the flooring. Some homeowners tend to pay less than $2,200 for a quick garage update. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cost to Convert a Garage ($5,719 to $24,316):<\/strong> The size of your garage will largely influence the cost of conversion. You can turn your garage into an extra bedroom, office space, etc. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-15\"><strong>Cost of Renovating Exteriors<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The exterior of your house must be appealing, as it&#8217;s the first thing anyone would see. Here are the costs for some common exterior renovations.<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"footable_parent_324399\"\n         class=\" footable_parent ninja_table_wrapper loading_ninja_table wp_table_data_press_parent semantic_ui \">\n                <table data-ninja_table_instance=\"ninja_table_instance_2\" data-footable_id=\"324399\" data-filter-delay=\"1000\" aria-label=\"Exterior Renovation Cost\"            id=\"footable_324399\"\n           data-unique_identifier=\"ninja_table_unique_id_757666099_324399\"\n           class=\" foo-table ninja_footable foo_table_324399 ninja_table_unique_id_757666099_324399 ui table  nt_type_legacy_table selectable striped vertical_centered  footable-paging-right ninja_table_search_disabled ninja_table_pro\">\n                <colgroup>\n                            <col class=\"ninja_column_0 \">\n                            <col class=\"ninja_column_1 \">\n                    <\/colgroup>\n        <thead>\n<tr class=\"footable-header\">\n                                        <th scope=\"col\"  class=\"ninja_column_0 ninja_clmn_nm_type_of_renovation \">Type of Renovation<\/th><th scope=\"col\"  class=\"ninja_column_1 ninja_clmn_nm_average_cost \">Average Cost<\/th><\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n\n        <tr data-row_id=\"11655\" class=\"ninja_table_row_0 nt_row_id_11655\">\n            <td>Window Replacement<\/td><td>$300 - $1,200<\/td>        <\/tr>\n            <tr data-row_id=\"11656\" class=\"ninja_table_row_1 nt_row_id_11656\">\n            <td>Roof Replacement<\/td><td>$6,700 - $80,000<\/td>        <\/tr>\n            <tr data-row_id=\"11657\" class=\"ninja_table_row_2 nt_row_id_11657\">\n            <td>Gutter Installation <\/td><td>$800 - $6,000 <\/td>        <\/tr>\n            <tr data-row_id=\"11658\" class=\"ninja_table_row_3 nt_row_id_11658\">\n            <td>Deck Building<\/td><td>$3,920 - $10,540<\/td>        <\/tr>\n            <tr data-row_id=\"11659\" class=\"ninja_table_row_4 nt_row_id_11659\">\n            <td>Exterior Painting <\/td><td> $5,000 - $12,000<\/td>        <\/tr>\n    <\/tbody><!--ninja_tobody_rendering_done-->\n    <\/table>\n    \n    \n    \n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-15\"><strong>Cost of<\/strong> <strong>Building a Swimming Pool<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The cost to build an in-ground swimming pool starts at $23,000. An above-ground pool can cost as little as $1,000. Here are a few factors that will influence the cost of building a swimming pool:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Pool Size, Shape, and Type: <\/strong>The average per-square-foot cost of an in-ground pool typically ranges from $50 to $125. The pool&#8217;s size primarily determines the project cost, with larger sizes resulting in higher expenses.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Labor Costs:<\/strong> Labor typically accounts for 25% to 50% of the total cost of building a pool. The cost of labor can vary depending on the type of pool. Inground pools generally have higher labor costs compared to above-ground pools.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Landscape:<\/strong> The average landscaping costs surrounding your pool range between $3,000 and $5,000, or $4 and $12 per square foot.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-15\"><strong>Cost to Add a Room<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s more plausible to add a room to your existing property than to build a new house. The average cost to add a room ranges from $80 to $200 per sq. ft.. Listed below are some popular home additions and their costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Mudroom ($4,000 to $12,000):<\/strong> A mudroom can make a great addition to your home, especially for homes with children and pets. You can build a 6&#215;6 room for under $5,000. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sunroom ($8,000 to $30,000):<\/strong> A sunroom is a great way to elevate your home. The cost of building a sunroom largely depends on the size and materials used.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Second-Storey Addition ($80,000 to $600,000):<\/strong> Adding an extra floor to your home is a huge project. You can build a partial second storey for $80,000 to $250,000 or a full second storey for $100,000 to $600,000.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-15\"><strong>Cost to Gut and Remodel a House<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The average cost to gut and remodel a house ranges from $100,000 to $200,000, or $100 to $200 per square foot. 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It&#8217;s best to prepare beforehand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Refer to the table below to see the additional house remodel costs you may have to incur:<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"footable_parent_316917\"\n         class=\" footable_parent ninja_table_wrapper loading_ninja_table wp_table_data_press_parent semantic_ui \">\n                <table data-ninja_table_instance=\"ninja_table_instance_4\" data-footable_id=\"316917\" data-filter-delay=\"1000\" aria-label=\"Additional Renovation Costs\"            id=\"footable_316917\"\n           data-unique_identifier=\"ninja_table_unique_id_4139801006_316917\"\n           class=\" foo-table ninja_footable foo_table_316917 ninja_table_unique_id_4139801006_316917 ui table  nt_type_legacy_table selectable striped vertical_centered  footable-paging-right ninja_table_search_disabled ninja_table_pro\">\n                <colgroup>\n                            <col class=\"ninja_column_0 \">\n                            <col class=\"ninja_column_1 \">\n                    <\/colgroup>\n        <thead>\n<tr class=\"footable-header\">\n                                        <th scope=\"col\"  class=\"ninja_column_0 ninja_clmn_nm_type_of_renovation \">Type of Renovation<\/th><th scope=\"col\"  class=\"ninja_column_1 ninja_clmn_nm_average_cost \">Average Cost<\/th><\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n\n        <tr data-row_id=\"11316\" class=\"ninja_table_row_0 nt_row_id_11316\">\n            <td>Floor Plan Change<\/td><td>$750 - $3,000<\/td>        <\/tr>\n            <tr data-row_id=\"11317\" class=\"ninja_table_row_1 nt_row_id_11317\">\n            <td>HVAC Replacement <\/td><td>$4,800 - $12,400<\/td>        <\/tr>\n            <tr data-row_id=\"11318\" class=\"ninja_table_row_2 nt_row_id_11318\">\n            <td>Permits<\/td><td>$200 - $3,000<\/td>        <\/tr>\n            <tr data-row_id=\"11319\" class=\"ninja_table_row_3 nt_row_id_11319\">\n            <td>Electrical Work<\/td><td>$2,000 - $9,000<\/td>        <\/tr>\n            <tr data-row_id=\"11320\" class=\"ninja_table_row_4 nt_row_id_11320\">\n            <td>Wall Costs Retention<\/td><td>$4,000 - $10,000<\/td>        <\/tr>\n    <\/tbody><!--ninja_tobody_rendering_done-->\n    <\/table>\n    \n    \n    \n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Tip:<\/strong> Use a whole house renovation cost calculator to get an estimate for your home renovation project. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-28\" id=\"costs-to-remodel-a-house\"><strong>How Can You Save Money on Home Remodeling?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Remodeling a house can be heavy on the pocket; even adding a small room can increase the costs. However, there are ways in which you can reduce the cost of remodeling the whole house.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Do It Yourself:<\/strong> You can save a considerable amount of money doing basic tasks like replacing doors and painting floors by yourself.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Do Market Research:<\/strong> Get renovation quotes from multiple contractors before finalizing any one. This way, you&#8217;ll be able to compare all your options and decide what&#8217;s best for you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Demolish the Property Yourself:<\/strong> If you have the means, you can save money on demolition by DIY.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Optimize Your Current Space:<\/strong> It&#8217;s better to make full use of your current space rather than building additional infrastructure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Choose Affordable Materials:<\/strong> Instead of buying high-end materials, you can buy budget-friendly building materials. It will help you save a lot of money, as the percentage of material costs is highest in a remodeling project.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-28\" id=\"Bottom-Line\"><strong>Bottom Line<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The cost of remodeling a home varies depending on multiple factors such as structure, area, location, materials, etc. Moreover, the renovation of a whole house is more costly than remodeling parts of it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, there are ways in which you can save some money, such as market research, doing basic tasks by yourself, choosing affordable materials, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-28\"><strong>Find Your New Home With Houzeo<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With thousands of property listings, Houzeo.com is one of the biggest property listing sites in the US. 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