Renology Editorial Team

David Kim

Cost Guide Editor

David runs the cost data side of Renology. He aggregates contractor invoices through our Project of the Day network, cross-references them against city permit valuations, and flags where the rest of the editorial team is anchored too high or too low. If a number appears in a Renology cost guide, David has audited the bid stack behind it.

Areas of Coverage

Cost data aggregation
Permit valuations
Regional pricing variance
Contingency planning
Bid analysis

Magazine articles by David

Bathroom Cost in Seattle (2026): What Homeowners Actually Pay

A full bathroom remodel in Seattle costs $28,000 to $95,000 in 2026. This guide breaks down what homeowners actually pay, why costs are high, and what to look for in a contractor's quote.

Kitchen Cost in Portland (2026): What Homeowners Actually Pay

A full kitchen remodel in Portland, Oregon costs between $45,000 and $120,000 in 2026, with the median project falling in the $65,000, $95,000 range. Costs are driven by high labor rates and older housing stock.

Outdoor Kitchen Cost in Denver (2026): What Homeowners Actually Pay

An outdoor kitchen in Denver costs $18,000 to $150,000+ in 2026. This guide breaks down project tiers, hidden costs, and what real homeowners pay for high-altitude outdoor living.

Kitchen Cost in San Francisco (2026): What Homeowners Actually Pay

A kitchen remodel in San Francisco costs $85,000, $250,000 in 2026. This guide breaks down what homeowners actually pay, why costs are so high, and how to avoid budget overruns.

Outdoor Kitchen Cost in Seattle (2026): What Homeowners Actually Pay

A typical mid-range outdoor kitchen in Seattle costs $45,000, $75,000 in 2026. This guide breaks down costs for basic, mid-range, and premium projects, including hidden fees contractors often leave out.

Pool Cost in Portland (2026): What Homeowners Actually Pay

A professionally installed inground pool in Portland, Oregon costs between $85,000 and $225,000 in 2026, with a median price of $145,000. This guide breaks down the actual costs homeowners face.

Pool Cost in San Francisco (2026): What Homeowners Actually Pay

A new swimming pool in San Francisco costs between $150,000 and $425,000 in 2026. This guide breaks down what homeowners actually pay, including hidden costs for site work and seismic engineering.

Siding Cost in Seattle (2026): What Homeowners Actually Pay

A full siding replacement in Seattle costs between $24,000 and $52,000 in 2026. Learn what drives these costs, from labor rates to the high probability of rot repair in Seattle's damp climate.

Pool Installation: Why the $80,000 Quote Becomes $130,000 by Pour Day

An $80,000 pool quote often excludes 40% of the total project cost. We break down the hidden expenses for site prep, electrical, and fencing that can push your final pool installation cost over $130,000.

Outdoor Kitchen Cost in San Diego (2026): What Homeowners Actually Pay

A mid-range outdoor kitchen in San Diego costs $30,000, $75,000 in 2026. This guide breaks down what homeowners actually pay, including hidden costs like utility trenching and permits.

Siding Cost in San Diego (2026): What Homeowners Actually Pay

A complete siding replacement in San Diego costs between $21,000 and $34,500 in 2026. This guide breaks down costs for vinyl, fiber cement, and wood, and itemizes hidden fees contractors often leave out.

Driveway Cost in San Francisco (2026): What Homeowners Actually Pay

A new driveway in San Francisco costs $12,000 to $75,000 in 2026. This guide breaks down what homeowners actually pay, what contractors leave out of quotes, and why SF's hills drive up the price.

Cost guides David contributes to

Renology cost guides for David's coverage areas across California and the Pacific Northwest.

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