Cost, materials, timeline
The practical renovation archive.
Compare real 2026 costs, material tradeoffs, permit notes, timelines, and contractor considerations across the projects Southern California and Greater Seattle homeowners renovate most.
Data desk
Compare every major renovation cost range in one place.
The Renology Cost Index organizes project, state, and city ranges from the guides below.
Guide Index
Browse by project type
Start with the project category, then move into city-specific guides when local permit and labor conditions matter.
Indoor Remodels
Kitchen Remodels
Layouts, cabinetry tiers, and appliance packages that fit real budgets.
Indoor Remodels
Bathroom Remodels
Wet-room rebuilds, tub-to-shower swaps, and spa-grade upgrades.
Indoor Remodels
Flooring
Hardwood, engineered, tile, luxury vinyl plank, and laminate. Real cost data, lifespan comparisons, and vetted local installers.
Indoor Remodels
Fireplace Remodel & Built-Ins
Most fireplace remodels land between $12,000 and $20,000 in 2026, inside a full range that runs from a $4,000 reface to a $50,000 rebuild with custom built-ins.
Indoor Remodels
Interior Painting
Whole-home repaints, accent walls, and color consultation. Real cost data per room, brand picks, and vetted painters.
Outdoor Living
Decks & Patios
Timber, composite, and stone surfaces built to host the whole block.
Outdoor Living
Driveways & Pavers
Concrete, pavers, and stamped finishes that last 20+ years.
Outdoor Living
Outdoor Kitchens
Weather-proof cooking and entertaining setups, built to code.
Indoor Remodels
Basement Finishing
Convert unfinished Pacific Northwest basements into livable square footage. Family rooms, ADUs, home offices, and rental suites.
Structural & Envelope
ADU Construction
Backyard studios, garage conversions, and income-producing guest suites.
Structural & Envelope
Roofing & Siding
Fire-rated and weather-sealed exteriors engineered for your climate.
Structural & Envelope
Hardscape & Landscape
Walkways, retaining walls, and planted zones that tie it all together.
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