Construction Cost Hub

40 Free Construction Tools

Real 2026 construction costs, planning checklists, and timelines

Free calculators, side-by-side comparisons, and project planners built on real contractor bid data. No signups, no fluff — just the numbers homeowners and GCs actually use.

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Interior Renovation

Kitchens, baths, flooring, paint, cabinets — inside-the-walls projects.

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Kitchen remodel cost

Cabinets, counters, appliances, labor — by region and tier.

Bathroom renovation prep checklist

Permits, demo, rough-in, finish — every step before you swing a hammer.

Hardwood vs LVP vs tile

Side-by-side cost, lifespan, ROI, and install effort.

Paint estimator

Gallons, coats, trim, primer — per-room.

Tile installation cost

Floor vs wall, pattern difficulty, subfloor prep.

Cabinet refacing cost

Refacing vs replacing — linear foot math.

Countertop install cost

Quartz, granite, marble, laminate by sq ft.

Drywall sheet estimator

Sheets, mud, screws, labor to hang and finish.

Basement finishing cost

Framing, egress, bath, flooring — full build-out.

Garage conversion cost

Insulation, HVAC, electrical, permits.

Exterior & Envelope

Roofing, siding, windows, additions — everything the weather sees.

7 tools

Roof replacement cost

Tear-off, underlayment, shingles, flashing, ridge vent.

Vinyl vs fiber cement vs engineered wood

Material, install, lifespan — true 20-year cost.

Window replacement cost

By frame type — vinyl, fiberglass, wood, aluminum.

Chimney repair cost

Tuckpointing, cap, flashing, liner, full rebuild.

Gutter replacement cost

Seamless aluminum by linear foot, guards, downspouts.

Home addition permitting checklist

Zoning, HOA, setbacks, plan review, inspections.

ADU build timeline planner

Design to certificate of occupancy — 22-step Gantt.

Systems & Mechanicals

HVAC, plumbing, electrical, foundation, water — the stuff behind the drywall.

12 tools

Heat pump vs furnace

Lifetime cost, climate fit, rebates — side-by-side.

Plumbing job cost

Fixture, re-pipe, water heater, drain snake.

Whole-house rewire cost

Panel upgrade, permit, by sq ft.

Solar panel ROI

Payback, net 25-year return after tax credit.

DIY vs hire a pro — water damage

When it's safe to DIY and when it isn't.

Mold remediation cost

Inspection, removal, containment, clearance testing.

Sump pump install cost

Pedestal vs submersible, battery backup, discharge.

Basement waterproofing cost

Exterior membrane, interior drain tile, encapsulation.

French drain install cost

Linear feet, excavation, pipe, gravel.

Appliance replacement cost

Water heater, furnace, AC, panel, dryer vent.

Insulation cost + payback

Batt, blown, spray foam — energy payback.

Foundation repair cost

Crack injection, piers, slab leveling by severity.

Outdoor & Site Work

Decks, fences, pools, landscaping, concrete, trees — anything on the lot.

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Deck build cost

Pressure-treated, cedar, composite — framing to rail.

Fence install cost

Wood, vinyl, chain-link, aluminum, gates, concrete.

Pool install timeline

Design, permits, excavation, plumbing, finish.

Landscaping budget

Hardscape, plants, trees, irrigation by yard size.

Driveway install cost

Concrete, asphalt, gravel, pavers by sq ft.

DIY vs hire a pro — retaining wall

Height, soil, drainage decide if it's DIY-safe.

Concrete calculator

Cubic yards, bag count, delivered cost.

Tree removal cost

By height, stump grind, emergency, access.

Shed build cost

Prefab vs custom, foundation, siding, permits.

Well drilling cost

Drilling per foot, pump, pressure tank, testing.

Septic system install

Tank, leach field, perc test, regional permits.

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