Free planning tool
Home renovation project planner
Pick the work you are considering. In a few steps, get a planning budget, a sensible order of work, and clear next steps so contractor quotes are easier to judge.
What are you planning?
Select one or more projects. You can refine costs later in the estimator.
How homeowners use this planner
Most renovation stress comes from unclear scope and surprise pricing. This planner keeps the first conversation simple: which projects you care about, roughly what they cost together, and which order reduces rework.
After you have a plan, run a ZIP-based cost estimate for each trade, then upload bids to the quote analyzer. For deeper reading, start with our renovation planning guide.
Popular renovation paths
Frequently asked questions
What is a home renovation project planner?
A project planner helps you pick renovation projects, estimate a planning budget, put work in a sensible order, and know what to do next before you hire contractors.
Which renovations can I plan in CostReno?
You can plan roof replacement, windows, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, kitchen remodel, bathroom remodel, flooring, painting, deck, and solar.
Is the planner the same as a contractor bid?
No. Planner ranges are for budgeting and sequencing. A contractor bid reflects a site visit, exact materials, and labor. Use the planner first, then compare written quotes.
What order should I renovate my home?
A common sequence is envelope and systems first (roof, windows, HVAC, plumbing, electrical), then kitchens and bathrooms, then flooring and paint, then deck or solar. CostReno orders selected projects with those dependencies in mind.
Do I need a ZIP code?
ZIP is optional for a first pass, but adding it applies local labor and material multipliers so your planning range is closer to your market.