How much does a kitchen remodel cost in 2026?

A minor kitchen remodel runs $15,000–$30,000; a full mid-grade renovation is $35,000–$75,000; upscale projects can exceed $100,000. The biggest drivers are cabinet replacement, countertop material, appliance package, and whether walls or plumbing are moving. Use the calculator above to break out each phase and protect your margin.

How much does a bathroom remodel cost?

A basic bathroom refresh starts around $8,000–$12,000. A mid-range full remodel is $15,000–$30,000, and a master bath with tile, custom shower, and relocated plumbing can reach $40,000+. The calculator breaks out demo, rough-in, finish, and margin so you don't absorb hidden costs.

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Remodel bids that survive change orders

Remodels have more line items than any other trade — and every forgotten one comes out of your margin. Bid Buddy walks you phase-by-phase so demo, rough-in, and finish are all priced with the right markup.

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Target profit margin

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Total job cost

$23,000.00

Recommended bid

$28,750.00

Profit

$5,750.00

Margin

20%

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Demo & protection

Floor protection, dust barriers, dumpster, disposal — a real cost even on a clean job.

Rough-in trades

Plumbing, electrical, HVAC subs. Get sub quotes and mark them up 15–20%.

Finish materials

Cabinets, counters, tile, fixtures. Let the customer pick the grade, then price it.

Permits & inspections

Never absorb these. Line-item them at cost + a small handling fee.

Markup & margin for kitchen & bath remodeling

Remodelers typically need 25–35% net margin to survive change orders and warranty callbacks. Price with markup on materials and subs, then verify the true margin.

Line items to include in every kitchen & bath remodeling bid

Demo & protection
Dumpster & disposal
Framing & drywall
Plumbing rough-in
Electrical rough-in
HVAC modifications
Cabinets & counters
Tile & flooring
Fixtures & finishes
Permits

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