Calgary Home Services Black Book
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| Service | Typical Price Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Frame a new 2,000 sqft home | $45,000–$65,000 total ($22–$32/sqft) | Includes exterior & interior walls, floors, roof system |
| Frame a laneway suite or garage suite (with loft) | $18,000–$30,000 total | Depends on complexity and roof type |
| Frame interior non-load-bearing walls (per wall) | $400–$900 | Based on 10–16 linear feet |
| Frame load-bearing beam with jack studs | $1,200–$2,000 | Includes beam placement & support framing |
| Frame basement partition walls (per sqft) | $10–$15/sqft | Often used for basement developments |
| Frame roof system (trusses + sheathing, per sqft) | $7–$12/sqft | More for vaulted or custom |
| Frame stairs (basic wood rough-in) | $2,000–$3,500 | Includes stringers, treads, risers |
| Frame garage (detached, 22x22) | $8,500–$12,000 | For framing only — not including slab or sheathing |
| Add blocking / backing for finish carpentry or tile | $100–$300 per room | Often missed by GCs, valuable for future installs |
| Demolish & reframe structural wall | $2,000–$6,000 | Includes engineering, temporary support, new framing |
| Service | Typical Price Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Basement foundation (new home, per sqft) | $18–$25/sqft | Includes footings, walls, slab |
| Grade beam + piles for garage or addition | $6,000–$12,000 | Varies based on size and access |
| Driveway (plain broom finish, per sqft) | $10–$14/sqft | Includes removal of old and new pour |
| Stamped concrete patio (per sqft) | $16–$25/sqft | Depends on colour, pattern, sealing |
| Concrete steps (3–5 risers) | $2,000–$3,500 | Includes form, pour, finish |
| Garage slab (24x24) | $5,500–$7,000 | 4” slab, rebar, finish |
| Concrete walkway (per linear foot, 4ft wide) | $50–$75/linear ft | Slight premium for curve or edge finishes |
| Retaining wall footing | $80–$150/linear ft | Not including blocks/stones |
| Epoxy crack injection (basement wall) | $350–$600 | Standard 6–8 ft vertical crack |
| Concrete cutting for basement window | $700–$1,400 | Includes saw cut and disposal |
| Service | Typical Price Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Interior weeping tile system (per linear foot) | $75–$120/ft | Trench, tile, gravel, sump tie-in |
| Full perimeter waterproof membrane (exterior) | $80–$140/ft | Excavation + membrane system |
| Window well with drainage | $750–$1,200 each | Includes rock, pipe, vertical tie-in |
| Foundation crack repair (injection) | $350–$600 per crack | Most common waterproofing call |
| Full basement waterproofing (avg bungalow) | $8,000–$20,000 | Exterior or interior system |
| Sump pump install with pit | $2,000–$3,500 | Standard pump system with backup options |
| Concrete slab levelling (foam or grout) | $5–$10/sqft | “Slab jacking” or “poly-jacking” |
| Foundation wall replacement (per linear ft) | $400–$800/ft | Full demo and rebuild — major scope |
| Radon mitigation (active system) | $2,000–$3,500 | Includes fan, pipe, sub-slab work |
| Service | Typical Price Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Spray foam insulation (2”–3” closed cell) | $4.50–$6.50/sqft | Air barrier + R-value + vapour barrier |
| Batt insulation (2x6 wall) | $2.00–$3.50/sqft | Rockwool slightly more than fiberglass |
| Blown-in attic insulation top-up | $1.50–$2.50/sqft | Based on R-value target (e.g. R40–R60) |
| Garage batt insulation + vapour barrier | $2,000–$3,200 (2-car garage) | Often skipped in detached builds |
| Remove & replace attic insulation | $2.50–$4.50/sqft | For mold or vermiculite remediation |
| Rim joist spray foam (per linear foot) | $8–$12/ft | Energy audits often call this out |
| Basement exterior wall (spray foam) | $4.50–$6.00/sqft | Often used for frost wall code compliance |
| Service | Typical Price Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Hang + tape + sand (standard 1/2”) | $2.50–$3.50/sqft | Includes mud, tape, sand to primer-ready |
| Basements (drywall complete, per sqft) | $2.25–$3.25/sqft | All walls + ceilings |
| Ceiling only (flat 8’) | $3.00–$4.00/sqft | Premium for overhead labour |
| Remove popcorn ceiling (per sqft) | $1.50–$3.50/sqft | Depends on asbestos test + ceiling type |
| Drywall patch repair (small holes) | $150–$400 | Match texture optional |
| Corner bead install (metal or paper-faced) | $5–$8/linear ft | High-visibility finish item |
| Garage (hang only, no finish) | $1.00–$1.50/sqft | Common for code compliance before inspection |
| Greenboard (moisture-rated board) | $2.75–$3.75/sqft | For bathrooms, laundry rooms |
| Soundproof drywall (e.g. QuietRock) | $5.50–$7.50/sqft | Used in home offices or shared walls |
| Service | Typical Price Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Asphalt shingle tear-off & re-roof (avg 2,000 sqft home) | $6,000–$9,000 | Architectural shingles, includes disposal |
| New construction asphalt roofing (no tear-off) | $4,000–$6,500 | Standard 2,000 sqft home |
| Cedar shake replacement | $18,000–$30,000 | Premium material, higher labour |
| Metal roof installation | $25,000–$40,000 | Standing seam, long lifespan |
| Roof leak repair (minor) | $350–$900 | Flashing, patch, or vent issues |
| Eaves & roof ventilation retrofit | $1,500–$3,500 | Code compliance + attic health |
| Flat roof membrane (torch-on or TPO) | $9–$14/sqft | For low-slope additions/garages |
| Skylight install or replacement | $1,800–$3,500 | Includes curb, flashing, sealing |
| Service | Typical Price Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Vinyl siding (new install, per sqft) | $6–$10/sqft | Includes trims, starter strips |
| Hardie board siding (fibre cement) | $12–$18/sqft | Premium finish, longer lifespan |
| Wood siding (cedar, pine, fir) | $18–$28/sqft | Includes stain/sealant optional |
| Stucco re-coat / repair | $4,000–$12,000 | Based on scope and cracks |
| Soffit & fascia replacement (avg home) | $3,500–$6,500 | Matches new eaves install well |
| Eavestroughs (gutters, per linear foot) | $10–$18/ft | Downspouts extra |
| Metal cladding for windows/doors (capping) | $15–$25/ft | Prevents rot, adds curb appeal |
| Service | Typical Price Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Brick veneer installation (per sqft) | $35–$55/sqft | For accent walls or full facades |
| Cultured stone / faux stone install | $25–$40/sqft | Interior or exterior cladding |
| Chimney rebuild (above roofline) | $2,000–$5,000 | Often required after inspection |
| Tuckpointing (re-mortaring bricks) | $8–$18/linear ft | Essential for older homes |
| Masonry wall demolition (small) | $1,000–$2,500 | Includes disposal |
| Fireplace stone surround (interior) | $3,000–$6,000 | Framing, backerboard, install |
| Concrete block retaining wall (installed) | $30–$55/sqft | Structural & landscaping benefit |
| Service | Typical Price Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Replace water heater (standard tank) | $1,200–$2,000 | Gas or electric 40–50gal |
| Install tankless water heater | $3,000–$5,500 | High-efficiency upgrade |
| Rough-in full basement bathroom | $2,500–$5,000 | Drain stack, venting, water lines |
| New kitchen plumbing rough-in | $1,500–$2,500 | Includes sink, DW, fridge box |
| Add exterior hose bib | $250–$500 | Frost-proof preferred |
| Gas line to BBQ or fireplace | $500–$1,200 | Includes permit |
| Replace main shutoff valve | $400–$800 | Often seized in older homes |
| Repair slab leak / water main break | $3,000–$6,000 | Emergency scope |
| Service | Typical Price Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 100A to 200A panel upgrade | $2,500–$4,500 | Includes permit and power shutoff |
| EV charger rough-in and install | $800–$2,200 | Depends on panel location |
| Basement electrical rough-in | $2,500–$5,000 | Lights, plugs, smoke detectors |
| Add pot lights (per fixture) | $150–$300 | Includes switch/dimming if grouped |
| Whole house surge protector | $400–$700 | Panel-mounted |
| Replace light fixture or ceiling fan | $150–$300 | Per location, standard 8–10’ ceiling |
| Install GFCI or AFCI outlets | $150–$250/each | Required near wet locations |
| Service call & troubleshoot | $150–$300 | Typical first hour minimum |
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