Life Cycles and Approximate Costs To Repair/Replace/Upgrade

Average Life Cycles

Houses are built to last for a lifetime, but there are certain systems or components that wear out periodically, and will need to be replaced on a fairly regular time cycle.

The following life cycles are based upon the manufacturers suggested service-life. The life-expectancy of some components will vary with the severity of local weather, the design, quality of installation, and the level of maintenance it has received.

1. Air Conditioning Compressor 8-15 years
2. Heat Pump (outside unit) 15-20 years
3. Forced-Air, Gas Furnace 15-20 years
4. Electric Furnaces (Heating Elements may need periodic replacement) 15-20 years
5. Electric Baseboard Heaters  10-15 years
6. Boilers (Cast Iron) 30-50 years
7. Hot Water Heaters 8-12 years
8. Garbage Disposal  5-10 years
9. Dishwasher 7-12 years
10. Ranges &Ovens 15-20 years
11. Cooktop 15-20 years
12. Built-in Microwave 5-10 years
13. Trash Compactor  5-12 years
14. Galvanized Gutters (If well maintained) 14-20 years
15. Galvanized Water Lines (with spot replacement of some sections) 30-45 years
16. Composition Shingle Roofing (1st Roof) 16-20 years
17. Composition Shingle Roofing (2nd roof on top of existing shingles) 12-16 years
18. Roll Roofing 6-10 years
19. Wood Shake Roofing (1st Roof) 15-20 years
20. Wood Shingle Roofing (1st Roof) 15-20 years
21. Slate Roofing 40-80 years

Estimated Costs to Repair, Replace, or Upgrade

The following estimated costs to repair/replace/upgrade certain components and/or systems have been compiled with the help of many local builders, engineers, remodelers, and service contractors. They are intended to be used only as ballpark estimates to assist in establishing a general maintenance budget and for general information.

These costs are approximate estimates and should not be construed as a bid to repair/replace/upgrade a certain component or system, nor is it a guarantee that a specific contractor will perform the work for these exact costs. Actual bids can vary from contractor to contractor, and it is strongly suggested that a minimum of three (3) bids from competent and licensed contractors be reviewed prior to authorizing any work.

Index

Air Conditioning
Add Freon to A/C or Heat Pump $45-$65 + $5 per/lb. of freon
Clean A/C coils $75-$200
Clean Condensate Drain $50-$75
Replace compressor $700-$1100
Replace condensing unit $1200-$2000
Replace existing system (Evaporator & Condenser) $1500-$2500
Replace fan motor @ condenser $150-$250

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Heating
Clean & Service Furnace/Boiler $75-$150
Remove asbestos @ Ducts/Flue $15-$20 plf ($1000 minimal)
Repair/Replace Burners $100-$300
Replace/Add Baseboard Heaters $150-$275
Replace Blower Motor $150-$250
Replace Boiler $1700-$2500
Replace Electronic Aircleaner $400-$700
Replace Fan Switch $75-$125
Replace Furnace $1100-$1800
Replace Gas Valve $150-$250
Replace Humidifier $250-$450
Replace Thermocouple $75-$120
Replace Thermostat (regular) $65-$85
Replace Thermostat (programmable) $125-$200


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Electrical

Add 110v Circuit w/Breaker $100-$200
Add 220v Circuit w/Breaker $125-$225
Add Attic fan $250-$350
Add Bathroom Vent Fan $75-$150
Add Ceiling/Paddle Fan $200-$300
Add Smoke Detector (Battery) $35-$50
Add Smoke Detector (Electric) $50-$100
Caulk/Clean Entry Box & Cable $50-$125
Correct Reversed Polarity @ Outlet/switch $40 min. + $7.50 ea.
Replace 110v Circuit Breaker $35-$60
Replace 220v Circuit Breaker $55-$85
Replace Attic Fan $150-$250
Replace Bathroom Vent Fan $35-$75
Replace Ceiling/Paddle Fan $125-$175
Replace Faulty Switch/Outlet $35-$55
Replace GFIC Breaker/Outlet $75-$100
Replace Faulty Light Fixture $35-$125
Replace Faulty Smoke Detector $25-$75
Replace Knob & Tube Wiring $2-$3 psf house
Upgrade Electrical Panel to 100 amp $600-$900
Upgrade Electrical Panel to 150 amp $800-$1100
Upgrade Electrical Panel to 200 amp $1200-$1500
Upgrade Fused Panel Box with Breakers $800-$1500
Upgrade Regular Outlet/Switch to Aluminum Compatible Type (CO/ALR) $50 min. +$10-$20 ea.

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Plumbing

Add/Enclose 1/2 Bath @ Basement $1500 & up
Add/Enclose 3/4 Bath @ Basement $2000 & up
Clean Out Drain w/Snake $60-$100
Cure Simple Leak (Service Call) $50-$75
Extend Water Heater Overflow Drain Line (to within 6" of floor) $35-$65
Install Fiberglass Bathtub/Surround $700-$1000
Install Fiberglass Shower Stall $500-$800
Install Glass Shower Doors $150-$250
Install Ice Maker Water Line $45-$75
Install Whirlpool Tub $1500 & up
Regrout Tile @ Bath/Shower $75-$175
Repair/Replace Drain or Trap $55-$105
Repair/Replace Faucet Set $55-$135
Replace Bathtub & Ceramic Tile $1200 & up
Replace Drain/Sewer Lines $15-$30 plf/min.
Replace/Extend Gas Lines (inside) $10-$15 plf/min.
Replace Shower, Pan, Mud, & Tile $1000 & up
Replace Galvanized Water Lines $7-$10 plf ($750 minimal)
Replace Sink Basin $150 & up
Replace Sump Pump (existing pit) $150-$275
Replace Toilet $200-$400
Replace Toilet Ring (wax seal) $70-$125
Replace Water Heater (30/40 gallon) $225-$400
Replace Water Heater (52 gallon) $300-$475
Replace Water Heater Element / T-Stat $75-$125
Replace Water Heater Pressure Relief Valve $45-$85
Retile & Mud @ Bath/Shower Enclosure $700-$1500

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Appliances

Add Garage Door Opener $250 & up
Add Icemaker @ Refrigerator $150 & up
Add Range Hood $150-$275
Add Spacesaver Microwave $550 & up
Add or Replace Washer / Dryer Set $750 & up
Repair/Replace Oven Element $50-$100
Repair/Replace Dishwasher Gasket $40 & up
Repair/Replace Oven Gasket $50 & up
Repair/Replace Refrigerator Gasket $75 & up
Repair/Replace Range Burner $50-$100
Replace Cooktop $250 & up
Replace Cooktop w/Downdraft & Grill $600 & up
Replace Dishwasher $400 & up
Replace Double-Oven $825 & up
Replace Garage Door Opener $200 & up
Replace Garbage Disposal $125-$250
Replace Range (standard) $450 & up
Replace Range (continuous/self cleaning) $550-$600 & up
Replace Refrigerator (18 cu. ft.) $725 & up
Replace Range Hood $125 & up
Replace Trash Compactor $400 & up
Replace Window Air Conditioner $350-$750 & up

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Interior

Install Fireplace (metal/prefab) $1500 & up
Install Fireplace (masonry) $2500 & up
Install/Replace Counter-Tops (Formica) $32 plf & up
Install/Replace Counter-Tops (Ceramic) $10 plf & up
Install/Replace Counter-Tops (Corian) $100 plf & up
Install/Replace Floorcovering (Carpet/Pad) $2.50 psf & up
Install/Replace Floorcovering ( Hardwood) $6.00 psf & up
Install/Replace Floorcovering (Parquet) $4.50 psf & up
Install/Replace Floorcovering (Tile) $5.00 psf & up
Install/Replace Floorcovering (Vinyl) $2.00 psf & up
Install/Replace Kitchen Cabinets $135 plf & up
Install/Replace Wood Paneling $32 per sheet & up
Insulate Attic to R/30 $0.40 to $0.75 psf
Insulate Crawlspace Ceiling (R/19) $0.50 to $1.00 psf
Paint & Prep Walls/ Ceilings $0.85 psf & up
Refinish Damaged Wood Flooring $1 psf & up
Remove Frame Walls (not structural) $35 plf & up
Replace Interior Door $75-$175 ea.
Replace Window Glass (single pane) $15 p/pane & trip
Replace Window Glass (double pane) $50 p/pane & trip
Replace/Repair Window Glazing $40 min. & $10 ea.
Replace/Repair Damaged Drywall $100 min. & $1 psf
Spray Texture Ceiling (no prep) $100 min. & $1 psf
Hang New Wallpaper $0.65 -$1.25 psf & up
Remove Old Wallpaper $0.25 -$0.50 & up

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Exterior

Add Fill Dirt/Regrade @ Foundation $200 & up
Add Splashblocks @ Downspouts $10-$15 ea.
Add Swale @ Yard to Improve Drainage $3-$5 plf
Add/Replace Atrium Door $600-$100
Add/Replace Entry Door (metal) $250-$450
Add/Replace Entry Door (wood) $200-$400
Add/Replace Sliding Door $450-$750
Add/Replace Storm Doors $200-$300 ea.
Add/Replace Storm Windows $50-$125 ea.
Add/Replace Windows $150-$450 ea.
Install Aluminum/Steel Siding $2.50-$3.00 psf & up
Install/Repair Hardboard/Wood Siding $1.25 psf & up
Install Vinyl Siding $1.75 psf & up
Overlay Asphalt @ Driveway $1 psf & up
Rebuild/Repair Retaining Wall $25-$45 psf
Remove/Replace Concrete Drive/Walk $5 psf & up
Repaint/Scrape Hardboard/Wood Siding $1 psf & up
Replace Double Garage Door $500 & up
Replace Single Garage Door $350 & up
Replace Wood Deck & Stairs $9-$15 psf
Replace Wood Columns @ Porch/Deck $50-$125 ea.
Replace Wood Stairs @ Deck $150-$300 avg.
Repoint/Tuckpoint Masonry $2-$5 psf & up
Waterproof Foundation/Add Drain Tile $15-$20 plf

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Roofing/Flashings/Gutters/Chimney

Align & Respike Gutters $100 & up
Clean Gutters/Downspouts $50-$75 & up
Install Aluminum Gutters/Downspouts $3-$5 plf
Install Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles (nail over existing roofing) $0.60-$1.00 psf
Install Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles (tear off old roofing) $1.00-$1.50 psf
Repair Slate/Tile Roof $35 p/slate/tile
Replace Roll Roofing $1.00-$1.25 psf
Replace Ridge Shingles/ Wood Roof $3 plf & up
Spot Maintenance/Wood Roof $100 min. + $150 p/sq.
Strip/Replace Tar/Gravel Roof $3-$5 psf
Strip/Reroof w/Cedar Shingles $4-$6 psf
Strip/Reroof w/Cedar Shakes $5-$7 psf
Add/Replace Skylight $250-$500
Add Ridge Vents $10-$15 plf
Add Roof Vents (passive caps) $25-$50 ea.
Add Soffit Vents $20-$30 ea.
Caulk/Repair Flashing Leak $50 & up
Clean/Sweep & Evaluate Chimney/Flue $75-$150
Install Rain Cap @ Chimney $75 & up
Reline Chimney/Flue $750-$1800
Repair/Redo Mortar Cap @ Chimney $75-$150 & up
Rebuild Chimney Above Roof Line $100-$150 plf
Repoint Chimney Above Roof Line $12-$15 p/row of bricks w/$150 min.
Repoint Firebrick @ Fireplace $100-$300
Repair/Replace Flashings @ Chimney $100 & up
Repair/Replace Flashings or Valley $3 plf & up w/ $100 min.
Replace Vent Collar @ Roof $35-$50

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Foundation/Basement/Structural

Add Metal Support Pole (3"x8') $50-$60 ea.
Add Steel I-Beam (W10x15) $11 plf & up
Labor to Set Beam/Pole $4 plf & up
Build/Rebuild Detached Garage $15-$25 psf
Build/Repair Retaining Wall $25-$45 psf
Brickwork (labor to set & metals) $5.50 psf & up
Stonework (labor to set & metals) $8.50 psf & up
Remove/Replace Concrete Slab $6.50 psf & up
Repair/Replace Concrete Block Walls $120 plf & up
Repair/Straighten 8' Concrete Wall $275 & up p/beam
Replace Rotten/Damaged Joist $100-$250 ea.
Replace Rotted Sill Beam w/Concrete $50 plf & up
Underpin Sagging Joist & Pier $150-$300 ea.
Underpin Corner of House $2500 & up
Underpin/Replace Foundation $300 plf & up
Underpin/Straighten Brick Chimney $1200-$2500

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