Means Exterior Home Improvement Cost Guide

9th Edition

Cost estimates for more than 65 of the most popular remodeling and repair projects.

From small, do-it-yourself jobs—to major renovations and new construction. Includes complete, customizable cost breakdowns for doing the work—with or without a contractor.

Find out what your remodeling project will cost—up-front. Know how much you can expect to spend if you hire a contractor—and what you can save if you do part or all of the work yourself.

Get current costs for your location on projects like these:

• Room additions, garages and sunrooms
• Decks, patios, porches and pergolas
• Landscaping, sprinkler systems and outdoor lighting
• Fences, walls, driveways and walkways
• New windows and doors
• Roofing, siding and painting

Includes a description of what materials are needed, how much they will cost, how long the work will take for a professional and for a do-it-yourselfer, what skills are needed, and how much a contractor is likely to charge.

Find out which home improvements have the best payback when it comes time to sell your home, as well as guidance on working with contractors, architects, and interior designers. Also features a handy checklist for selecting materials and comparing prices.

260 + pages, illustrated

Paperback, 267 pages