Setting Clear Expectations for Your Project Investment
One of the first questions we hear from clients considering a custom home or remodeling project is simple: “What will it cost?”
While every project is unique, we’ve compiled a list of average cost ranges for common remodeling projects and new construction to help provide a general starting point. Like any guideline, there will always be exceptions depending on design choices, materials, site conditions, and overall project scope. Our goal is to help you begin the process with realistic expectations and a clear understanding of potential investment levels.
At Jordan Valente Construction, we believe transparency is essential. Building and remodeling require trust, and part of that trust comes from being open about costs. A successful project must work for both the homeowner and the builder. If a contractor doesn’t earn a fair profit, they won’t be around to stand behind their work—and that’s not the kind of partnership we believe in.
The cost ranges are provided to help you begin planning your project and developing a budget that aligns with your vision. As we move through the design and estimating process together, we’ll refine these numbers and provide a detailed scope.
- Master Craftsman Labor Rate - $85 - 125
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General Labor Rate - $85
- Addition - $500-1500 /sq. ft.
- New house - (On your lot or tear down.) - $500/ sq. ft. and up
- Kitchen Remodel - starting at $100,000
- Cost Plus Project Fee/Mark up - 25% builder fee
- Bathroom - $65,000 to $150,000
- Average Design Fees: - Varies by Architect and project complexity but a general rule is 5-12% of construction costs, plus reimbursable and engineering if required at $155 per hour
- Initial Consultation - Initial in-house design consultation is free if you own the property. If you are in the process of buying a property, the consultation fee is a minimum of $250 or $125 per hour.