Home Renovation Estimate Template
Renovation bids are compared side by side, and the cheapest one usually left something out. Break the job into demolition, materials, labor and disposal, and say what happens when you open a wall and find a surprise.
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Example line items
| Item | Unit | Qty | Example price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Demolition and haul-away | job | 1 | 800–3,000 |
| Bathroom tiling (labor) | sq ft | 120 | 8–20 / sq ft |
| Tiles and setting materials | sq ft | 130 | 4–15 / sq ft |
| Kitchen cabinet installation | linear ft | 18 | 80–250 / ft |
| Final cleaning | job | 1 | 150–400 |
Amounts are examples before tax, not price advice. Add sales tax or VAT where it applies.
What to put on the quote
- Exact rooms and work, with brand or grade of the main materials.
- Whether permits, disposal and protection of floors are included.
- Schedule: start date, working days and what can delay it.
- Warranty on workmanship and who handles defects.
Common mistakes
- Using "allowance" figures without saying the client pays the difference.
- No clause for hidden damage found during demolition.
- Leaving out disposal and cleanup, then charging for them at the end.
Deposit, balance and validity
Typical terms are 10–30% deposit, progress payments at agreed milestones and the balance on completion. Keep the estimate valid for 30 days, and require a written change order with a price before any extra work.
Questions people ask
What if I find rot or old wiring after opening the walls?
Write that hidden conditions are priced as a change order once found, with photos, before you continue.
Should materials be itemised?
Itemise the main ones (tiles, fixtures, cabinets). Clients trust a bid more when they can see what they are buying.
Do I include permit fees?
Say clearly whether permits are included or billed at cost, and who applies for them.