Home Service Costs in Montana
Average home improvement costs in Montana are +5% above the national average. Typical home size: 1,900 sq ft.
๐บ๏ธ Compare with Mountain States States
โก Popular Projects in Montana
Projects Most Affected by Montana Costs
Labor is regional, materials are national. Labor-heavy projects carry Montana's higher wage rates, so their prices swing the most; materials-led projects stay near the national average. Ranks below are computed from each project's real labor-vs-materials split.
Largest gap vs national in Montana
These projects cost the most above the national average in this state.
- ๐งนPool Cleaning Service$105 โ $418โ 4%
- ๐งนPressure Washing$104 โ $521โ 4%
- โจWindow Cleaning$156 โ $417โ 4%
- ๐ชตTree Stump Grinding$156 โ $626โ 4%
- ๐Energy Audit$209 โ $626โ 4%
- ๐จInterior Painting$2,912 โ $6,448โ 4%
Closest to the national average
Materials price the same nationwide, so these projects barely move โ useful if you want predictable, near-national pricing.
- ๐๏ธKitchen Cabinets$4,060 โ $15,225โ 1%
- ๐ชจCountertop Installation$1,522 โ $5,075โ 1%
- ๐ Kitchen Remodel$15,248 โ $45,743โ 2%
- ๐Pest Control$102 โ $712โ 2%
- ๐ชตHardwood Flooring$6,105 โ $15,263โ 2%
- ๐ชตLaminate Flooring$3,053 โ $8,140โ 2%
Average Cost Estimates โ Montana
Adjusted for Montana's +5% regional labor rates, weighted by each project's labor-vs-material mix. Select a project for a detailed interactive estimate.
| Service | Cost in Montana | National Average |
|---|---|---|
| ๐ Kitchen Remodel | $15,248 โ $45,743 โ 2% vs national | $15,000 โ $45,000 |
| ๐ฟBathroom Remodel | $5,100 โ $28,560 โ 2% vs national | $5,000 โ $28,000 |
| ๐๏ธRoof Replacement | $5,857 โ $14,385 โ 3% vs national | $5,700 โ $14,000 |
| ๐งฑEpoxy Floor | $1,380 โ $5,522 โ 2% vs national | $1,350 โ $5,400 $3 โ $12/sqft (typical project) |
| โ๏ธAC Repair | $153 โ $1,534 โ 2% vs national | $150 โ $1,500 |
| ๐จInterior Painting | $2,912 โ $6,448 โ 4% vs national | $2,800 โ $6,200 |
| โ๏ธHVAC Replacement | $7,193 โ $12,844 โ 3% vs national | $7,000 โ $12,500 |
| ๐กFence Installation | $2,563 โ $7,175 โ 2% vs national | $2,500 โ $7,000 |
| ๐จExterior Painting | $2,600 โ $8,320 โ 4% vs national | $2,500 โ $8,000 |
| ๐ณTree Removal | $397 โ $2,060 โ 3% vs national | $385 โ $2,000 |
| ๐Pest Control | $102 โ $712 โ 2% vs national | $100 โ $700 |
| โ๏ธSolar Panels | $14,315 โ $30,675 โ 2% vs national | $14,000 โ $30,000 |
| ๐ฅFurnace Installation | $3,596 โ $7,706 โ 3% vs national | $3,500 โ $7,500 |
| ๐ฟLandscaping | $1,062 โ $5,113 โ 2% vs national | $1,039 โ $5,000 |
| ๐ชWindow Replacement | $4,613 โ $12,300 โ 2% vs national | $4,500 โ $12,000 |
| ๐๏ธBasement Finishing | $20,450 โ $61,350 โ 2% vs national | $20,000 โ $60,000 |
| ๐ช Drain Cleaning | $104 โ $518 โ 4% vs national | $100 โ $500 |
| ๐ชตHardwood Flooring | $6,105 โ $15,263 โ 2% vs national | $6,000 โ $15,000 $6 โ $15/sqft (typical project) |
| ๐ Home Addition | $20,500 โ $102,500 โ 2% vs national | $20,000 โ $100,000 |
| ๐ฉMetal Roof | $12,330 โ $28,770 โ 3% vs national | $12,000 โ $28,000 |
| ๐ชตDeck Building | $4,100 โ $15,375 โ 2% vs national | $4,000 โ $15,000 |
| ๐๏ธFoundation Repair | $3,596 โ $12,330 โ 3% vs national | $3,500 โ $12,000 |
| ๐งฑConcrete Work | $1,541 โ $6,165 โ 3% vs national | $1,500 โ $6,000 |
| ๐EV Charger Installation | $828 โ $2,588 โ 4% vs national | $800 โ $2,500 |
| ๐ฅHeat Pump Installation | $5,138 โ $12,330 โ 3% vs national | $5,000 โ $12,000 |
| ๐๏ธKitchen Cabinets | $4,060 โ $15,225 โ 1% vs national | $4,000 โ $15,000 |
| ๐ชตLaminate Flooring | $3,053 โ $8,140 โ 2% vs national | $3,000 โ $8,000 $3 โ $8/sqft (typical project) |
| ๐งฑLVP Flooring | $3,053 โ $8,140 โ 2% vs national | $3,000 โ $8,000 $3 โ $8/sqft (typical project) |
| ๐Pool Installation | $40,900 โ $81,800 โ 2% vs national | $40,000 โ $80,000 |
| ๐งนPressure Washing | $104 โ $521 โ 4% vs national | $100 โ $500 |
| ๐งRoof Repair | $412 โ $2,575 โ 3% vs national | $400 โ $2,500 |
| ๐งTankless Water Heater | $1,233 โ $3,596 โ 3% vs national | $1,200 โ $3,500 |
| ๐งWater Heater Repair | $155 โ $1,239 โ 3% vs national | $150 โ $1,200 |
| ๐ Whole House Remodel | $15,338 โ $102,250 โ 2% vs national | $15,000 โ $100,000 |
| ๐Air Duct Cleaning | $280 โ $519 โ 4% vs national | $270 โ $500 |
| ๐ฟArtificial Turf Installation | $4,908 โ $9,816 โ 2% vs national | $4,800 โ $9,600 $8 โ $16/sqft (typical project) |
| ๐งWater Heater Installation | $1,230 โ $2,870 โ 2% vs national | $1,200 โ $2,800 |
| ๐ชจCountertop Installation | $1,522 โ $5,075 โ 1% vs national | $1,500 โ $5,000 $30 โ $100/sqft (typical project) |
| ๐Garage Door Replacement | $922 โ $2,563 โ 2% vs national | $900 โ $2,500 |
| ๐ฆ Mold Removal | $514 โ $6,165 โ 3% vs national | $500 โ $6,000 |
| ๐งฑDrywall Installation | $1,033 โ $3,098 โ 3% vs national | $1,000 โ $3,000 $1 โ $3/sqft (typical project) |
| ๐งนGutter Cleaning | $94 โ $260 โ 4% vs national | $90 โ $250 |
| ๐ซCarpet Installation | $2,035 โ $7,123 โ 2% vs national | $2,000 โ $7,000 $2 โ $7/sqft (typical project) |
| โกElectrical Panel Upgrade | $1,035 โ $4,140 โ 4% vs national | $1,000 โ $4,000 |
| ๐งGarage Door Repair | $155 โ $824 โ 3% vs national | $150 โ $800 |
| ๐งฑPatio Pavers | $3,068 โ $8,180 โ 2% vs national | $3,000 โ $8,000 |
| ๐ฒTile Installation | $2,040 โ $5,100 โ 2% vs national | $2,000 โ $5,000 $10 โ $25/sqft (typical project) |
| ๐Electrical Outlet Installation | $618 โ $1,648 โ 3% vs national | $600 โ $1,600 |
| ๐งBasement Waterproofing | $3,090 โ $10,300 โ 3% vs national | $3,000 โ $10,000 |
| ๐Battery Storage | $10,275 โ $20,550 โ 3% vs national | $10,000 โ $20,000 |
| ๐ชDoor Installation | $360 โ $1,541 โ 3% vs national | $350 โ $1,500 |
| โกGenerator Installation | $7,193 โ $15,413 โ 3% vs national | $7,000 โ $15,000 |
| ๐ Home Office Setup | $3,068 โ $15,338 โ 2% vs national | $3,000 โ $15,000 |
| โ๏ธMini Split HVAC | $1,233 โ $5,138 โ 3% vs national | $1,200 โ $5,000 |
| ๐๏ธShingles Roof | $5,651 โ $13,358 โ 3% vs national | $5,500 โ $13,000 |
| ๐ Vinyl Siding | $6,150 โ $15,375 โ 2% vs national | $6,000 โ $15,000 |
| ๐งWater Damage Repair | $1,233 โ $7,193 โ 3% vs national | $1,200 โ $7,000 |
| ๐งฑBacksplash Installation | $617 โ $2,569 โ 3% vs national | $600 โ $2,500 |
| ๐กRecessed Lighting Installation | $927 โ $2,472 โ 3% vs national | $900 โ $2,400 |
| ๐งฑDrywall Repair | $311 โ $1,242 โ 4% vs national | $300 โ $1,200 |
| โฃ๏ธAsbestos Abatement | $1,236 โ $5,150 โ 3% vs national | $1,200 โ $5,000 |
| ๐ฃ๏ธDriveway Asphalt | $2,563 โ $8,200 โ 2% vs national | $2,500 โ $8,000 |
| โจFloor Refinishing | $1,030 โ $4,120 โ 3% vs national | $1,000 โ $4,000 |
| ๐งGutter Installation | $986 โ $2,569 โ 3% vs national | $960 โ $2,500 |
| ๐งPipe Repair | $181 โ $1,239 โ 3% vs national | $175 โ $1,200 |
| ๐ก๏ธSmart Thermostat | $207 โ $516 โ 3% vs national | $200 โ $500 |
| โจWindow Cleaning | $156 โ $417 โ 4% vs national | $150 โ $400 |
| ๐ฑSod Installation | $1,549 โ $4,130 โ 3% vs national | $1,500 โ $4,000 |
| ๐ฝToilet Installation | $308 โ $822 โ 3% vs national | $300 โ $800 |
| ๐ Insulation Installation | $1,033 โ $4,130 โ 3% vs national | $1,000 โ $4,000 |
| ๐ฝ๏ธDishwasher Installation | $256 โ $1,025 โ 2% vs national | $250 โ $1,000 |
| ๐ Attic Conversion | $15,375 โ $51,250 โ 2% vs national | $15,000 โ $50,000 |
| ๐Ceiling Fan Installation | $155 โ $621 โ 4% vs national | $150 โ $600 |
| ๐ชExterior Door Replacement | $513 โ $2,563 โ 2% vs national | $500 โ $2,500 |
| ๐งFence Repair | $257 โ $2,055 โ 3% vs national | $250 โ $2,000 |
| ๐งฑGarage Floor Epoxy | $1,023 โ $4,090 โ 2% vs national | $1,000 โ $4,000 |
| ๐กLighting Upgrade | $2,070 โ $6,210 โ 4% vs national | $2,000 โ $6,000 |
| ๐งฑRetaining Wall | $3,587 โ $10,250 โ 2% vs national | $3,500 โ $10,000 |
| ๐งนRoof Cleaning | $260 โ $832 โ 4% vs national | $250 โ $800 |
| ๐งSeptic System | $3,584 โ $20,480 โ 2% vs national | $3,500 โ $20,000 |
| ๐จPopcorn Ceiling Removal | $1,038 โ $3,113 โ 4% vs national | $1,000 โ $3,000 |
| ๐Bathtub Replacement | $1,534 โ $6,135 โ 2% vs national | $1,500 โ $6,000 |
| ๐งนPool Cleaning Service | $105 โ $418 โ 4% vs national | $100 โ $400 |
| ๐ญChimney Repair | $206 โ $3,090 โ 3% vs national | $200 โ $3,000 |
| ๐งFoundation Crack Repair | $258 โ $2,575 โ 3% vs national | $250 โ $2,500 |
| ๐Pool Liner Replacement | $2,563 โ $6,662 โ 2% vs national | $2,500 โ $6,500 |
| ๐จWallpaper Hanging | $520 โ $2,080 โ 4% vs national | $500 โ $2,000 |
| ๐จDeck Staining | $520 โ $2,080 โ 4% vs national | $500 โ $2,000 |
| ๐ฅFire Damage Repair | $4,110 โ $25,688 โ 3% vs national | $4,000 โ $25,000 |
| ๐งIrrigation System | $2,563 โ $6,150 โ 2% vs national | $2,500 โ $6,000 |
| ๐งWhole House Repiping | $1,449 โ $12,420 โ 4% vs national | $1,400 โ $12,000 |
| ๐งSewer Line Repair | $513 โ $20,530 โ 3% vs national | $500 โ $20,000 |
| ๐ชSliding Glass Door | $1,230 โ $3,587 โ 2% vs national | $1,200 โ $3,500 |
| ๐ช๏ธStorm Damage Repair | $2,569 โ $15,413 โ 3% vs national | $2,500 โ $15,000 |
| ๐งSump Pump Installation | $618 โ $2,060 โ 3% vs national | $600 โ $2,000 |
| ๐งWater Softener | $2,050 โ $5,125 โ 2% vs national | $2,000 โ $5,000 |
| ๐งฑBrick Masonry Repair | $515 โ $3,090 โ 3% vs national | $500 โ $3,000 |
| ๐ชตTree Stump Grinding | $156 โ $626 โ 4% vs national | $150 โ $600 |
| ๐๏ธGarbage Disposal Installation | $256 โ $717 โ 2% vs national | $250 โ $700 |
| ๐ Attic Insulation | $516 โ $2,065 โ 3% vs national | $500 โ $2,000 |
| ๐๏ธCloset Organization | $1,530 โ $5,100 โ 2% vs national | $1,500 โ $5,000 |
| ๐งDeck Repair | $257 โ $2,569 โ 3% vs national | $250 โ $2,500 |
| ๐งGutter Repair | $103 โ $824 โ 3% vs national | $100 โ $800 |
| ๐งPlumbing Inspection | $104 โ $520 โ 4% vs national | $100 โ $500 |
| โฃ๏ธRadon Mitigation | $511 โ $2,045 โ 2% vs national | $500 โ $2,000 |
| ๐งฑSidewalk Concrete | $1,640 โ $4,100 โ 2% vs national | $1,600 โ $4,000 $4 โ $10/sqft (typical project) |
| ๐งSiding Repair | $514 โ $3,083 โ 3% vs national | $500 โ $3,000 |
| โจ๏ธBoiler Installation | $4,110 โ $9,248 โ 3% vs national | $4,000 โ $9,000 |
| ๐จBathroom Fan Installation | $207 โ $620 โ 3% vs national | $200 โ $600 |
| ๐Sump Pump Replacement | $514 โ $1,541 โ 3% vs national | $500 โ $1,500 |
| ๐ชตCrown Molding | $620 โ $2,581 โ 3% vs national | $600 โ $2,500 |
| ๐Energy Audit | $209 โ $626 โ 4% vs national | $200 โ $600 |
| ๐๏ธGazebo Installation | $1,230 โ $6,150 โ 2% vs national | $1,200 โ $6,000 |
| ๐ Laundry Room | $1,534 โ $8,180 โ 2% vs national | $1,500 โ $8,000 |
| ๐๏ธPorch Repair | $1,028 โ $5,138 โ 3% vs national | $1,000 โ $5,000 |
| ๐ชSkylight Installation | $1,541 โ $4,110 โ 3% vs national | $1,500 โ $4,000 |
| ๐ Soffit and Fascia | $514 โ $2,569 โ 3% vs national | $500 โ $2,500 |
| ๐งฑStucco Repair | $515 โ $3,090 โ 3% vs national | $500 โ $3,000 |
| ๐งWell Water System | $3,075 โ $10,250 โ 2% vs national | $3,000 โ $10,000 |
| ๐Whole House Fan | $1,030 โ $2,575 โ 3% vs national | $1,000 โ $2,500 |
| ๐Pool Resurfacing | $4,110 โ $12,330 โ 3% vs national | $4,000 โ $12,000 |
| ๐French Drain Installation | $3,083 โ $8,220 โ 3% vs national | $3,000 โ $8,000 |
| ๐Land Clearing | $1,549 โ $6,195 โ 3% vs national | $1,500 โ $6,000 |
| ๐ฟMulch Installation | $309 โ $1,236 โ 3% vs national | $300 โ $1,200 |
| ๐๏ธBalcony Repair | $514 โ $5,138 โ 3% vs national | $500 โ $5,000 |
| ๐งนGrout Repair | $104 โ $621 โ 4% vs national | $100 โ $600 |
| โฃ๏ธLead Paint Removal | $3,090 โ $12,360 โ 3% vs national | $3,000 โ $12,000 |
| ๐ก๏ธRoof Coating | $516 โ $2,581 โ 3% vs national | $500 โ $2,500 |
| ๐งฑTuckpointing | $516 โ $3,098 โ 3% vs national | $500 โ $3,000 |
| ๐งฑConcrete Sealing | $515 โ $1,545 โ 3% vs national | $500 โ $1,500 |
| ๐ชตBuilt-In Shelving | $2,050 โ $6,150 โ 2% vs national | $2,000 โ $6,000 |
| ๐ Mudroom | $6,646 โ $15,338 โ 2% vs national | $6,500 โ $15,000 |
| ๐ชตWainscoting | $1,028 โ $3,596 โ 3% vs national | $1,000 โ $3,500 |
| ๐งฐAppliance Installation | $154 โ $617 โ 3% vs national | $150 โ $600 |
Average Project Costs in Montana โ 50-State Price Tables
See how Montana compares for the most-searched projects. Each guide ranks all 50 states for the same job.
๐ Kitchen & Bath
Remodeling in Montana typically runs โ 2% from national averages.
๐๏ธ Roof & Exterior
Roofing in Montana runs $3โ$7 per sq ft.
โ๏ธ HVAC & Energy
Climate-adjusted HVAC costs for Montana.
Montana Home Service Cost FAQs
How much does heating cost for Montana homes in winter?
Montana heating costs run $200-$500/month during winter (Nov-Mar). Extreme cold (-20ยฐF to -40ยฐF) requires robust heating systems. Propane heating is common in rural areas ($3,000-$6,000/season). Wood stoves ($1,500-$4,000) are popular supplements. Proper insulation (R-49+ attic) can reduce heating costs by 30-40%.
How much does snow removal cost for Montana homes?
Snow removal in Montana costs $1,500-$4,000/season. Heavy snowfall (50-100+ inches annually) requires regular roof raking, driveway clearing, and gutter maintenance. Roof snow guards ($500-$2,000) prevent avalanche-style snow slides. Some homeowners invest in snow blowers ($500-$2,500) for self-service.
What are the costs for Montana mountain home maintenance?
Mountain home maintenance in Montana costs $5,000-$12,000 annually. Harsh winters, heavy snow, and wildlife damage add to costs. Common expenses include roof snow removal, foundation thaw protection, wood stove maintenance, and pest control (rodents seeking warmth in winter). Budget 1-2% of home value annually.
How much does insulation upgrade cost in Montana?
Insulation upgrades in Montana cost $4,000-$10,000. R-60 attic insulation and R-21 wall insulation are recommended for extreme cold. Spray foam ($3-$8/sq ft) provides superior air sealing. The state offers weatherization assistance through the Montana Weatherization Program for qualifying homeowners.
What are the foundation repair costs in Montana?
Foundation repair in Montana costs $5,000-$18,000. Freeze-thaw cycles cause significant foundation movement. Frost-protected shallow foundations are required by code. Signs of foundation issues include cracked walls, sticking doors, and uneven floors. Get a structural engineer assessment before repairs.
Montana Home Service Q&A
Expert answers to common questions about home service costs in Montana.