The Dry Home
Gutters, guards, french drains, and sump pumps: the rainwater defense chain.
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Updated for 2026
What will your home project really cost?
Free, independent calculators built on real 2026 price data, not vague ranges. Pick a project, enter your details, and get a transparent estimate with a full breakdown. No signup.
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Real 2026 price ranges and a calculator for every job, grouped into the story hubs homeowners actually plan around.
The Efficient Home
Insulation first, then heating, cooling, and backup power.
Attic InsulationHeat Pump InstallationMini-Split InstallationFurnace ReplacementWhole House FanPellet StoveWhole House Generator
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The Garage
Doors, openers, floors, slabs, plus the EV charger.
Garage Door Spring ReplacementGarage Door OpenerEpoxy Garage FloorConcrete SlabEV Charger Installation
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Water Systems
Water heaters, tankless upgrades, treatment, and accessible tubs.
Yard & Exterior
Roofing, siding, windows, driveways, fencing, and turf.
Floors & Interior
Carpet and laminate, priced by the square foot.
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Every estimate is grounded in published 2026 cost data and cited sources.
Water Systems
Water Heater Replacement
standard 40–50 gallon tank, installed
$1,200 – $2,500
Open calculator →Water SystemsTankless Water Heater
whole-home unit, installed
$1,800 – $5,500
Open calculator →Yard & ExteriorWindow Replacement
8 standard vinyl windows, installed
$3,000 – $7,500
Open calculator →Yard & ExteriorRoof Replacement
~1,700 sq ft architectural asphalt roof
$5,700 – $14,000
Open calculator →The Efficient HomeMini-Split Installation
single-zone ductless system, installed
$3,000 – $7,500
Open calculator →The GarageGarage Door Spring Replacement
torsion pair, professionally installed
$250 – $600
Open calculator →Yard & ExteriorChain Link Fence
about 100 linear ft, 4 ft galvanized, installed
$1,200 – $3,800
Open calculator →Healthy HomeRadon Mitigation
sub-slab depressurization system, installed
$800 – $2,500
Open calculator →Yard & ExteriorAsphalt Driveway
about 600 sq ft, new install, paved
$3,000 – $8,500
Open calculator →The GarageConcrete Slab
about 400 sq ft, 4 in slab, installed
$2,400 – $6,000
Open calculator →The Efficient HomeHeat Pump Installation
3-ton ducted air-source system, installed
$4,500 – $18,000
Open calculator →The Efficient HomeFurnace Replacement
standard gas furnace, average home, installed
$2,800 – $7,500
Open calculator →Floors & InteriorCarpet Installation
about 330 sq ft, mid-grade carpet, installed
$1,200 – $3,800
Open calculator →Floors & InteriorLaminate Flooring
about 250 sq ft, mid-grade planks, installed
$900 – $2,200
Open calculator →Yard & ExteriorVinyl Siding
about 1,500 sq ft of exterior wall, standard grade, installed
$6,000 – $20,000
Open calculator →The Dry HomeGutter Installation
about 180 linear ft, seamless aluminum, installed
$1,400 – $3,600
Open calculator →The Dry HomeFrench Drain
about 100 linear ft, exterior yard drain, installed
$2,500 – $6,500
Open calculator →Water SystemsWater Softener
whole-house salt-based softener, installed
$1,000 – $3,000
Open calculator →Water SystemsWalk-In Tub
basic soaker walk-in tub, standard install
$3,500 – $10,000
Open calculator →The GarageEpoxy Garage Floor
about 400 sq ft 2-car garage, flake system, installed
$1,400 – $4,300
Open calculator →The Dry HomeGutter Guards
about 180 linear ft, mid-range DIY micro-mesh or basic professional install on a single-story home
$600 – $2,800
Open calculator →The Dry HomeSump Pump Replacement
submersible pump, like-for-like swap in an existing pit, professionally installed
$400 – $1,200
Open calculator →The GarageGarage Door Opener
chain or belt drive, professionally installed, standard single-car door
$220 – $600
Open calculator →The GarageEV Charger Installation
Level 2 hardwired 40A, new 240V circuit, typical run, licensed electrician
$800 – $2,400
Open calculator →The Efficient HomeAttic Insulation
blown-in fiberglass or cellulose in a 1,000 sq ft attic, professionally installed
$1,500 – $5,000
Open calculator →The Efficient HomeWhole House Fan
standard whole house fan, professionally installed, average home
$900 – $2,600
Open calculator →The Efficient HomePellet Stove
freestanding pellet stove with through-wall venting, installed
$1,500 – $6,000
Open calculator →The Efficient HomeWhole House Generator
14–20 kW standby generator, natural gas, automatic transfer switch, installed
$5,000 – $20,000
Open calculator →Water SystemsWhole House Water Filter
2-3 stage cartridge system on city water, professionally installed
$500 – $4,500
Open calculator →Yard & ExteriorArtificial Grass
about 750 sq ft, mid-grade turf, professional install
$4,500 – $18,000
Open calculator →Why trust these numbers?
Real price data
Ranges are compiled from contractor cost databases and published 2026 cost guides, then cross-checked.
Transparent math
Every calculator shows its full breakdown, so you can see exactly what drives your number.
Independent
We don’t sell the work. Our job is to help you walk into a quote knowing the fair range.
Estimates are compiled and reviewed by Dan Whitlock, Home Projects Editor. Read our methodology.