Home Cost Calculators
Six free calculators for the most common U.S. home projects. Answer a few questions and get a 2026 planning range with a line-item breakdown — no email required to see the number.
Septic System Cost
Conventional, chamber, aerobic, mound and sand filter systems, with state multipliers.
$3,500 – $22,000
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HVAC Replacement Cost
Central AC, furnace, heat pump, full system and ductwork replacement.
$3,000 – $28,000
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Roof Replacement Cost
Asphalt, architectural shingle, metal, tile and flat roofing systems.
$5,500 – $45,000
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Solar Panel Cost
4–12 kW systems with installed cost and simple payback guidance.
$10,000 – $42,000
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Deck Installation Cost
Pressure-treated, composite, PVC, hardwood and aluminum decks.
$5,000 – $30,000
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Fence Installation Cost
Wood privacy, vinyl, chain link, aluminum and composite fencing.
$1,500 – $12,000
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How the estimates work
Each calculator combines a project type, size or material choice, and a state-level cost multiplier to produce a low–high planning range with a line-item breakdown. Figures are 2026 U.S. estimates for planning only — not a contractor quote or engineering advice.
Get a range before you call contractors, then compare at least three local bids. Costs vary with soil, permits, site access and local labor.
Cost by state
Septic cost guides: Texas · Florida · California · New York · Pennsylvania · Ohio
Full index: all 50 states + DC