These ranges are meant to help you plan a budget and spot bids that are way out of line. They're estimates for typical Valley homes, not quotes. Real prices depend on access, condition, materials, permit requirements and how busy contractors are. In Phoenix that last factor swings a lot between July and January.
Phoenix project cost estimator
Planning estimate
$9,600 – $16,000
Rough planning range only — not a quote. Real bids depend on site conditions, permits, materials and the contractor.
Typical ranges by project
| Project | Common scope | Typical range (estimate) |
|---|---|---|
| Roofing & Tile Underlayment | Tile underlayment re-lay (2,000 sq ft roof) | $8,500 – $15,500 |
| Asphalt shingle replacement (2,000 sq ft) | $8,500 – $14,500 | |
| Foam roof recoat (1,000 sq ft flat section) | $2,500 – $4,500 | |
| AC & HVAC Replacement | Standard split system | $8,500 – $13,500 |
| Heat pump | $10,500 – $17,500 | |
| High-efficiency variable speed | $15,500 – $25,000 | |
| Kitchen Remodeling | Refresh (150 sq ft) | $11,000 – $22,000 |
| Mid-range remodel (150 sq ft) | $29,000 – $51,000 | |
| High-end / layout change (150 sq ft) | $58,000 – $102,000 | |
| Bathroom Remodeling | Refresh (60 sq ft) | $7,000 – $13,000 |
| Full remodel (60 sq ft) | $14,500 – $26,000 | |
| Primary-bath upgrade (60 sq ft) | $29,000 – $49,500 | |
| Window Replacement | Vinyl (12 windows) | $7,000 – $13,000 |
| Fiberglass / composite (12 windows) | $11,500 – $20,000 | |
| Wood-clad / premium (12 windows) | $16,500 – $29,000 | |
| Exterior Painting & Stucco | Repaint, minor prep (2,000 sq ft) | $4,000 – $7,000 |
| Full prep + trim/fascia (2,000 sq ft) | $6,000 – $9,500 | |
| Elastomeric coating (2,000 sq ft) | $8,000 – $13,500 | |
| Patio Covers & Shade Structures | Aluminum lattice (300 sq ft) | $7,500 – $13,000 |
| Solid roof wood / steel (300 sq ft) | $13,000 – $23,500 | |
| Louvered / custom (300 sq ft) | $23,500 – $40,500 | |
| Flooring | Luxury vinyl plank (800 sq ft) | $4,500 – $8,500 |
| Engineered hardwood (800 sq ft) | $8,000 – $13,000 | |
| Porcelain tile (800 sq ft) | $9,500 – $19,500 | |
| Room Additions & Casitas | Basic room (400 sq ft) | $97,000 – $155,000 |
| With bath or kitchenette (400 sq ft) | $136,000 – $194,000 | |
| Second story / high-end (400 sq ft) | $194,000 – $291,000 | |
| Pavers & Hardscape | Concrete patio (400 sq ft) | $4,000 – $7,000 |
| Concrete pavers (400 sq ft) | $7,000 – $12,500 | |
| Travertine / premium (400 sq ft) | $11,000 – $17,500 |
What pushes Phoenix bids up or down
- Season: AC and roof repair demand peaks in summer and monsoon season. You'll often get better scheduling and more competitive bids in fall and winter.
- Two-story and steep tile roofs need more safety setup and labor than single-story ranches.
- HOA approval: many Chandler, Gilbert, Peoria and Surprise neighborhoods require architectural approval for exterior color, roof tile and patio covers. Build in a few weeks.
- Older homes (pre-1978) can have lead paint and dated wiring or galvanized plumbing that turns up once walls are open.
- Caliche (hard, cemented soil) can make footings for additions and patio covers slower and more expensive to dig.
Frequently asked questions
Why is my tile roof quote so much lower than a new roof?
Most Valley tile roofs keep their concrete tiles. What wears out is the underlayment below them. A re-lay ("re-felt") lifts the tiles, replaces the underlayment, and puts the same tiles back, replacing only the broken ones. It usually costs well under a full new tile roof.