Guides & Cost Data
Home renovation guides
Cost guides with real 2026 pricing. Inspiration sorted by budget. Every guide pairs with an interactive calculator so you can estimate your own project.
Cost Guides
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Deck Cost Guide
Average deck cost in 2026 is $4,500–$13,000 for a 300 sq ft deck. Pricing by material (pressure-treated, cedar, composite), size, and DIY vs pro labor.
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Fence Cost Guide
Average fence cost in 2026 is $15–$75 per linear foot installed. Pricing by material (wood, vinyl, chain link, aluminum, wrought iron) and 100/150/200 ft examples.
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Exterior Paint Cost Guide
Average cost to paint a house exterior in 2026 is $3,500–$8,500 for a 2-story home. Pricing by sq ft, siding type, paint quality, and DIY vs pro.
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Siding Cost Guide
Average new siding cost in 2026 is $5–$13 per sq ft installed. Pricing by material (vinyl, fiber cement, wood, brick, stucco) and house size.
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Patio Cost Guide
Average patio cost in 2026 is $8–$30 per sq ft installed. Pricing by material (concrete, pavers, brick, flagstone) and size with DIY estimates.
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Roof Replacement Cost Guide
Average roof replacement cost in 2026 is $8,500–$22,000 for a typical 2,000 sq ft home. Pricing by material (asphalt, metal, tile, slate) and roof size.
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Landscaping Cost Guide
Average landscaping cost in 2026 is $3,500–$25,000 depending on scope. Pricing by project type from lawn install to full backyard redesign.
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Sod Cost Guide
Average sod cost in 2026 is $0.30–$1.00 per sq ft delivered. Pricing per pallet, by grass type, plus installation and ground prep costs.
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Mulch Cost Guide
Mulch costs $25–$200 per cubic yard delivered in 2026. Pricing for hardwood, dyed, cedar, pine bark, and rubber mulch plus install cost.
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Gravel Cost Guide
Gravel costs $25–$300 per cubic yard in 2026. Pricing for crushed stone, pea gravel, river rock, and decomposed granite by ton and yard.
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Concrete Slab Cost Guide
Concrete slab costs $4–$8 per sq ft in 2026. Pricing by thickness, finish (smooth, stamped), and size for patios, garages, sheds.
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Retaining Wall Cost Guide
Retaining wall cost in 2026 is $15–$80 per face sq ft installed. Pricing by material (block, stone, timber, concrete) and engineering.
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Driveway Cost Guide
New driveway cost in 2026 is $4–$25 per sq ft. Pricing for gravel, asphalt, concrete, and paver driveways with size examples.
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Pergola Cost Guide
Pergola cost in 2026 is $2,500–$15,000+ depending on size, material, and custom features. Compare kits, DIY, and pro built pergolas.
Design Ideas & Inspiration
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Curb Appeal Ideas
21 curb appeal ideas from quick weekend updates to high-ROI projects. See each idea visualized on your home with AI before you commit.
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Exterior House Colors
Best exterior house colors for 2026: warm whites, sage greens, deep charcoals, clay accents, classic navy. See each on your home with AI.
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Front Yard Landscaping Ideas
18 front yard landscaping ideas sorted by effort and budget — from low-maintenance mulched beds to full lawn conversions. Visualize on your home with AI.
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Backyard Ideas
20 backyard ideas sorted by budget — affordable outdoor accents to premium installations. Visualize each on your actual yard with AI.
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