2026 Budget Guide: Renovation Projects

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LUXURY PROJECTS

If you are looking for high-impact projects and to make your home the most luxurious renovation, you can see the following estimates:

1. Upscale Kitchen Remodel

Upscale Kitchen Remodel
Investment: $125K – $250K+

Key Features:

  • Custom cabinetry and stone countertops.
  • Premium appliances (Sub-Zero, Wolf, etc.).
  • Designer flooring and lighting.
  • Modern layouts for entertaining and family life.

Features: custom cabinetry, stone countertops, premium appliances, designer flooring, lighting

2. Luxury Primary Bathroom

Luxury Primary Bathroom
Investment: $100K – $180K+

Key Features:

  • Double vanities and dedicated makeup area.
  • Radiant heated flooring.
  • Frameless walk-in shower and separate soaking tub.
  • High-end fixtures and bespoke tile work.

Features: double vanities, radiant flooring, frameless showers

› Based on regional benchmarks from Cooper Design Build data

3. Custom Home Addition / Primary Suite

Custom Home Addition / Primary Suite
Investment: $250K – $400K+

Key Features:

  • Architecture, engineering, and permitting included.
  • Seamless integration with existing structure.
  • Expansive space for new bedrooms, offices, or living areas.
  • High-end interior and exterior finishes.

MEDIUM PROJECTS

If you are looking to make significant home renovations that are not minimal and are adjusted to your budget, you can see the following estimates:

1. Small Bathroom Remodel

Small Bathroom Remodel
Investment: $18,000 – $35,000

Key Features:

  • Keeps existing layout to control costs.
  • New vanity, toilet, and plumbing fixtures.
  • Tile or LVP flooring with waterproofing system.
  • Fresh paint, lighting, trim, and ventilation upgrades.

Typical Factors That Affect Price:

  • Tile design and coverage.
  • Fixture and finish quality.
  • Any subfloor or framing repair after demolition.

2. Small Kitchen Remodel

Small Kitchen Remodel
Investment: $35,000 – $70,000

Key Features:

  • Semi-custom cabinets and durable countertops.
  • New backsplash, sink, faucet, and updated lighting.
  • Flooring and paint refresh.
  • Keeps general layout; appliance hook-ups verified.

Typical Factors That Affect Price:

  • Cabinet line and hardware selections.
  • Countertop material (laminate, quartz, or stone).
  • Any plumbing or electrical relocation.

ADU PROJECTS

If you are looking to make renovations and new adaptations to your home, where you grew as a family or are looking to enlarge unused spaces with our ADU's, you can see the following estimates:

1. Basement Finish / Conversion

Basement Finish / Conversion
Investment: $100,000 – $180,000

Key Features:

  • Framing, insulation, drywall, and code-compliant egress.
  • LVP or carpet flooring, recessed lighting, outlets, and HVAC adjustments.
  • Optional bathroom or wet bar.

Typical Factors That Affect Price:

  • Ceiling height corrections or structural upgrades.
  • Moisture mitigation and egress window installation.
  • Adding bathrooms or kitchenettes.

2. Basic Home Addition

Basic Home Addition
Investment: $150,000 – $195,000

Key Features:

  • Simple 120–250 sq ft footprint.
  • Framing, roofing tie-in, insulation, drywall, and finishes.
  • New windows, doors, and standard electrical setup.

Typical Factors That Affect Price:

  • Foundation type (crawlspace vs. slab).
  • HVAC or utility extensions.
  • Exterior cladding and roof complexity.

3. Garage Conversion / JADU (Junior ADU)

Garage Conversion / JADU (Junior ADU)
Investment: $140,000 – $175,000

Key Features:

  • Converts existing garage to studio or guest suite.
  • Insulation, drywall, windows, doors, and mini-split HVAC.
  • Optional kitchenette and bathroom.

Typical Factors That Affect Price:

  • Plumbing runs for new bathroom/kitchenette.
  • Slab leveling, seismic upgrades, or new openings.
  • Finish quality and soundproofing.

4. ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit)

ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit)
Investment: $220,000 – $350,000+

Key Features:

  • 400–800 sq ft attached or detached living unit.
  • Full kitchen, bathroom, and separate systems.
  • Energy code compliance and private entrance.
  • Optional laundry area.

Typical Factors That Affect Price:

  • Detached vs. attached structure.
  • Utility connections (water, sewer, power).
  • Site access and material selections.

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