The following information is provided by Carson Dunlop & Associates Ltd. For
more detailed information on home inspections visit their website at www.carsondunlop.com.
The following costs are intended as ballpark estimates for repairs and/or improvements
to a typical three bedroom home. The costs are based on information obtained in
the Southern Ontario area. Our experience has shown that actual contractor quotations
can vary by as much as 300%. Naturally, the quality of workmanship and materials
will influence costs. The complexity of the job, accessibility and even economic
conditions can also alter actual costs.
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Install galvanized or aluminum gutters and downspouts |
$4.00 - $5.00 per lin.ft. (min. $500)
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Install aluminum soffits and fascia |
$8.00 - $12.00 per lin.ft.
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Install aluminum or vinyl siding |
$3.50 - $5.00 per sq.ft.
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Repoint exterior wall (soft mortar) |
$3.00 - 4.50 per sq.ft. (min. $500)
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Repoint exterior wall (hard mortar) |
$6.00 - $8.00 per sq.ft. (min. $500)
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Parge foundation walls |
$3.00 - $4.00 per sq.ft.
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Dampproof foundation walls and install weeping tiles |
$150.00 - $200.00 per lin.ft.
(min. $1000)
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Install a deck |
$25.00 - $40.00 per sq.ft.
(min. $1000)
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Resurface existing asphalt driveway |
$2.50 - $4.00 per sq.ft.
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Install interlocking brick driveway |
$6.00 - $8.00 per sq.ft.
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Rebuild exterior basement stairwell |
$3500.00 - $5000.00
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Build detached garage (single) |
$8000.00 and up
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Build detached garage (double) |
$12000.00 and up
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Build retaining wall (wood) |
$20.00 - $25.00 per sq.ft.
(min. $500)
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Build retaining wall (concrete) |
$30.00 - $40.00 per sq.ft.
(min $500)
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Painting (trim only) |
$1500.00 - $2500.00
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Painting (trim and wall surfaces) |
$3000.00 and up
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