Plumbing
Drain unclog $93 typical contractor-published
Clearing a clogged drain, from a slow sink to a backed-up main line. Location and method drive the price.
Water heater installation $2,850 typical national estimate
Removing the old unit and installing a new water heater, including hookup and disposal. Tank vs tankless and size are the big price drivers.
Water heater repair $400 typical national estimate
Diagnosing and fixing a water heater that is not heating, leaking, or making noise. Parts and unit age matter.
Faucet installation $375 typical national estimate
Installing a new faucet, including removal of the old one. Kitchen faucets usually cost more than bathroom.
Faucet repair $215 typical national estimate
Fixing a dripping or low-pressure faucet, usually a cartridge or seal replacement.
Toilet installation $550 typical national estimate
Removing the old toilet and installing a new one, including wax ring and supply line.
Toilet repair $250 typical national estimate
Fixing a running, leaking, or clogged toilet. Most repairs are small parts and under an hour.
Leak repair $840 typical national estimate
Finding and fixing a water leak. Hidden leaks behind walls or ceilings cost more to access.
Pipe replacement / repiping $11,000 typical national estimate
Replacing old or failing pipes, from a single section to a whole home. Material choice drives the price.
Sump pump installation $1,400 typical national estimate
Installing a sump pump to keep a basement or crawlspace dry. Backup systems add cost.
Garbage disposal installation $325 typical national estimate
Installing a garbage disposal under the kitchen sink, including wiring and plumbing hookup.
Shower / tub installation $3,100 typical national estimate
Installing a new shower, tub, or combo unit. Tile and surround work is usually separate.
Sewer line repair / replacement $8,250 typical national estimate
Repairing or replacing the underground sewer line. Trenchless methods cost more per foot but skip the digging.
Water softener installation $1,650 typical national estimate
Installing a water softener, including bypass valve and first salt fill.
Gas line installation $1,250 typical national estimate
Running a new gas line for an appliance. Permits are usually required.
Outdoor faucet installation $275 typical national estimate
Installing an outdoor faucet. Frost-free models cost more but survive winter.
Backwater valve installation $2,500 typical national estimate
Installing a valve that stops city sewage from backing into the home. Often required in flood-prone areas.
Bathroom rough-in $3,250 typical national estimate
Running drain, water, and vent lines for a new bathroom before fixtures go in.
Kitchen sink installation $450 typical national estimate
Installing a kitchen sink, including faucet holes and drain hookup.
Burst pipe repair $1,750 typical national estimate
Emergency repair of a burst or frozen pipe, including water shutoff and damaged section replacement.
Electrical
Electrical panel upgrade $2,600 typical national estimate
Replacing the main electrical panel with a higher-amperage one. Permits and inspection are standard.
Breaker replacement $275 typical national estimate
Replacing one or more circuit breakers. AFCI/GFCI breakers cost more than standard.
Outlet installation $275 typical national estimate
Installing new outlets. GFCI outlets for kitchens and baths cost more.
Light fixture installation $325 typical national estimate
Installing a light fixture where wiring already exists. New wiring is extra.
Ceiling fan installation $300 typical national estimate
Installing a ceiling fan, including brace box if needed. Fans with lights cost a bit more.
EV charger installation $1,900 typical national estimate
Installing a home EV charger, usually a dedicated 240V circuit from the panel.
Recessed lighting installation $700 typical national estimate
Installing recessed can lights. Price is usually per light.
Troubleshooting / fault finding $325 typical national estimate
Tracking down an electrical fault: dead outlets, tripping breakers, or flickering lights.
Whole-home rewiring $20,000 typical national estimate
Replacing all wiring in the home. Size of home and wall access drive the price.
Smoke / CO detector installation $250 typical national estimate
Installing smoke and CO detectors. Hardwired interconnected units cost more.
Dimmer switch installation $200 typical national estimate
Replacing standard switches with dimmers.
Outdoor lighting installation $1,750 typical national estimate
Installing outdoor lights: landscape, security, or porch. Trenching for wiring adds cost.
Hot tub / pool wiring $1,650 typical national estimate
Running a dedicated circuit for a hot tub or pool equipment, including disconnect.
Generator installation $8,750 typical national estimate
Installing a generator with transfer switch. Standby units cost far more than portable.
Whole-home surge protector installation $550 typical national estimate
Installing a whole-home surge protector at the panel.
Doorbell / smart home device installation $250 typical national estimate
Installing video doorbells, smart thermostats, or other smart devices.
Knob-and-tube remediation $14,000 typical national estimate
Replacing or remediating old knob-and-tube wiring, often required by insurers.
Subpanel installation $1,000 typical national estimate
Installing a subpanel for a garage, addition, or workshop.
Dedicated circuit installation $650 typical national estimate
Running a dedicated circuit for one appliance, like a microwave or AC.
Ballast / LED retrofit $475 typical national estimate
Replacing old fixtures or ballasts with LED. Usually priced per fixture.
HVAC
Furnace installation $4,500 typical contractor-published
Installing a new furnace, including removal of the old unit. Efficiency rating drives the price.
Furnace repair $425 typical national estimate
Diagnosing and repairing a furnace that will not heat or keeps shutting off.
AC installation $5,000 typical contractor-published
Installing central AC or ductless units. Size (tonnage) and SEER rating set the price.
AC repair $425 typical national estimate
Fixing an AC that will not cool, leaks, or makes noise. Refrigerant work adds cost.
Heat pump installation $12,000 typical contractor-published
Installing a heat pump for heating and cooling. Ground-source costs far more than air-source.
Heat pump repair $550 typical national estimate
Repairing a heat pump that will not heat or cool properly.
Duct cleaning $500 typical national estimate
Cleaning supply and return ducts. Price scales with home size and vent count.
Ductwork installation / repair $6,750 typical national estimate
Installing new ductwork or repairing damaged runs.
Thermostat installation $325 typical national estimate
Installing a thermostat. Smart models cost more than basic.
Boiler installation $7,500 typical national estimate
Installing a hot-water or steam boiler. Fuel type and size drive the price.
Boiler repair $550 typical national estimate
Repairing a boiler: no heat, leaks, or pressure problems.
Mini-split installation $7,500 typical national estimate
Installing ductless mini-split heads. Price scales with the number of zones.
Humidifier installation $800 typical national estimate
Installing a whole-home humidifier on the furnace. Steam models cost the most.
Air purifier installation $1,400 typical national estimate
Installing an air purifier. In-duct units cost more than portable.
Dryer vent cleaning $175 typical national estimate
Cleaning the dryer vent line to prevent fires and improve drying.
Annual tune-up / maintenance $89 typical contractor-published
Annual maintenance visit: cleaning, inspection, and minor adjustments.
Refrigerant recharge $400 typical national estimate
Recharging refrigerant. The underlying leak repair is often the bigger cost.
Blower motor replacement $800 typical national estimate
Replacing the blower motor in a furnace or air handler.
Heat exchanger replacement $2,500 typical national estimate
Replacing a cracked heat exchanger. Often close to the cost of a new furnace.
Ventilation / HRV installation $3,250 typical national estimate
Installing a heat-recovery ventilator for fresh air without heat loss.
Roofing
Full roof replacement $15,000 typical national estimate
Tearing off the old roof and installing a new one. Material and roof size (squares) set the price.
Roof repair $900 typical national estimate
Fixing a specific roof problem: leak, missing shingles, or damaged flashing.
Partial shingle replacement $1,500 typical national estimate
Replacing a section of damaged shingles without a full re-roof.
Metal roof installation $28,000 typical national estimate
Installing a metal roof. Panel type affects the price.
Flat roof installation / repair $8,000 typical national estimate
Installing or repairing a flat roof membrane.
Gutter installation $1,950 typical national estimate
Installing gutters and downspouts. Copper costs far more than aluminum.
Gutter cleaning $200 typical national estimate
Cleaning leaves and debris from gutters. Multi-story homes cost more.
Skylight installation $2,250 typical national estimate
Cutting in and installing a new skylight.
Skylight repair / replacement $600 typical national estimate
Repairing a leaking skylight or replacing the unit.
Chimney flashing repair $750 typical national estimate
Repairing flashing around chimneys, vents, or valleys.
Roof inspection $275 typical national estimate
Professional roof inspection with a written condition report.
Ice dam removal $950 typical national estimate
Steaming off ice dams. Price depends on how much roof edge is affected.
Soffit / fascia installation $3,250 typical national estimate
Installing or replacing soffit and fascia boards.
Ridge vent installation $800 typical national estimate
Installing a ridge vent for attic ventilation.
Storm damage repair $4,250 typical national estimate
Repairing wind or hail damage. Insurance claims are common for this work.
Roof coating / sealing $2,500 typical national estimate
Applying a protective or reflective coating to extend roof life.
Tile roof repair $1,900 typical national estimate
Repairing clay or concrete tile. Matching tiles can be hard to source.
Slate roof repair $3,000 typical national estimate
Repairing natural slate. Specialist work, priced accordingly.
Emergency tarping $750 typical national estimate
Emergency tarp over storm damage to stop water entry until repairs.
Gutter guard installation $1,900 typical national estimate
Installing gutter guards to keep debris out.