Total Makeover: What’s the Cost of Gutting a Home and Remodeling?
Find out the total cost of gutting a home and remodeling it new — our guide includes a real-life quote and room-by-room expense breakdown.
Most home renovation shows would have you believe that gutting and remodeling your house is as simple as a 30-minute programming block. Draft up some pretty designs, get crazy with a sledgehammer, lay some tile, and bam — your dream house is complete.
The reality is a little more complicated, not to mention pricey. According to Angi, a full home renovation costs $183,000 on the high end, and that doesn’t account for unexpected bumps along the way. To give a better picture of the cost of gutting a home and remodeling than what you see on your favorite flip show, this guide features: