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Pricing Basics
Floor Square Footage
- Most common baseline for full-room renovations (painting, flooring, drywall, electrical, etc.).
- Contractors quote in $/sq ft of floor area, since it reflects the “footprint” of work.
- Example: 10 × 10 room = 100 sq ft → remodel cost $75–120/sq ft = $7,500–12,000.
Linear Footage
Used for specific elements:
- Baseboards, trim, crown molding
- Cabinetry or shelving runs
- Fences, railings
Example: 40 linear ft of baseboard at $6/ft = $240.
Basement Finishing
- Low-end / Basic finish: Around $25–$45 psf for simple drywall, flooring, basic lighting – no bathroom
- Mid-range / Standard: Approximately $45–$65 psf, includes partitioning, drywall, upgraded flooring, lighting, possibly laundry or half bath
- High-end / Luxury: Between $70–$95 psf or more, can hit $100+ psf if adding full bathroom, kitchenette, custom millwork, entertainment setup
For example, finishing a 1,000 sqft basement might run from $45,000 to $95,000 or more, depending on features
Bathroom Remodel
- Low-end / Economy: About $100–$120 psf (small footprint, standard fixtures, no structural changes)
- Mid-range / Standard: Roughly $150–$180 psf, includes upgraded tile, fixtures, mid-level vanities, moderate redesign
- High-end / Luxury: Generally $200–$250 psf, possibly reaching $275 psf or more for premium stone tile, heated floors, high-end fixtures, layout changes
Typical bathroom total costs in Hamilton range from $12,000 up to $30,000+, matching ~100 sq ft at those per-sqft rates
Wooden Fence Construction
Pricing is typically quoted per linear foot, not square foot.
- Low-end / Economy: Pressure-treated wood fences typically cost $45–70/linear foot
- Mid-range / Standard: Cedar wood fences range $110–140/linear foot, with common mid-range being around $110–120/ft
- High-end / Premium: High-grade cedar or custom wood fences with bigger posts and decorative elements may cost $140–150+ per linear foot
Wooden Deck Building
Most quotes are per square foot, including materials and labor.
- Low-end / Economy: Basic pressure-treated wood decks typically run $50–60/ sq ft
- Mid-range / Standard: Mid-tier materials like cedar or better composite decks cost $60–80/ sq ft
- High-end / Luxury: Composite, PVC, or custom elevated decks fall in the $80–110/ sq ft range, sometimes up to $100/ sq ft or more
Kitchen Remodeling
- Low-end / Economy: Approximately $150 psf (basic cabinetry, mid-range appliances, minimal layout changes)
- Mid-range / Standard: Around $195 psf to ~$200 psf — higher-end semi-custom cabinets, upgraded counters/flooring, moderate layout changes
- High-end / Luxury: Typically $250 psf or more, reaching $300+ psf when using fully custom cabinetry, premium finishes, major layout reconfiguration
As a real-world point of reference, a medium-sized kitchen renovation might cost $40,000–$60,000, which—depending on kitchen size—aligns with roughly $150–$200 psf
Gazebo Construction
Gazebo pricing is often per square foot, including installation.
- Low-end / Economy: Smaller basic gazebos may cost $50–60/ sq ft, overall totals around $1,300–1,500
- Mid-range / Standard: Typically $60–80/ sq ft for standard wood designs with moderate features
- High-end / Premium: Custom or larger wood gazebos with premium features can reach $80–100/ sq ft+
Wall Paint & Touch-Up
Based on the latest estimates:
- Low-end: Around $2.25–$2.50 / sq ft — basic paint, minimal prep or patching
- Mid-range / Standard: Approximately $2.75–$3.50 / sq ft — better-quality paint (mid-tier brands), modest prep and scrubbing
- High-end / Premium: Roughly $3.50–$5.50 / sq ft — premium paints, detailed prep, repairs and touch-ups prior to finish
These rates typically include two coats of paint on smooth interior wall surface (gypsum board), basic patching for small holes/imperfections, masking, and cleanup.
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