Home Service Costs in Texas
Average home improvement costs in Texas are 10% below the national average. Typical home size: 2,300 sq ft.
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โก Popular Projects in Texas
๐๏ธ Cities in Texas
Projects Most Affected by Texas Costs
Labor is regional, materials are national. Labor-heavy projects carry Texas's lower 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 Texas
These projects cost the most below the national average in this state.
- ๐งนPool Cleaning Service$91 โ $364โ 9%
- ๐งนPressure Washing$92 โ $458โ 8%
- โจWindow Cleaning$137 โ $366โ 8%
- ๐ชตTree Stump Grinding$137 โ $549โ 8%
- ๐Energy Audit$183 โ $549โ 8%
- ๐จInterior Painting$2,576 โ $5,704โ 8%
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$3,880 โ $14,550โ 3%
- ๐ชจCountertop Installation$1,455 โ $4,850โ 3%
- ๐ Kitchen Remodel$14,505 โ $43,515โ 3%
- ๐Pest Control$97 โ $677โ 3%
- ๐ชตHardwood Flooring$5,790 โ $14,475โ 3%
- ๐ชตLaminate Flooring$2,895 โ $7,720โ 3%
Average Cost Estimates โ Texas
Adjusted for Texas's 10% regional labor rates, weighted by each project's labor-vs-material mix. Select a project for a detailed interactive estimate.
| Service | Cost in Texas | National Average |
|---|---|---|
| ๐ Kitchen Remodel | $14,505 โ $43,515 โ 3% vs national | $15,000 โ $45,000 |
| ๐ฟBathroom Remodel | $4,800 โ $26,880 โ 4% vs national | $5,000 โ $28,000 |
| ๐๏ธRoof Replacement | $5,387 โ $13,230 โ 5% vs national | $5,700 โ $14,000 |
| ๐งฑEpoxy Floor | $1,289 โ $5,157 โ 4% vs national | $1,350 โ $5,400 $3 โ $12/sqft (typical project) |
| โ๏ธAC Repair | $143 โ $1,433 โ 4% vs national | $150 โ $1,500 |
| ๐จInterior Painting | $2,576 โ $5,704 โ 8% vs national | $2,800 โ $6,200 |
| โ๏ธHVAC Replacement | $6,615 โ $11,813 โ 5% vs national | $7,000 โ $12,500 |
| ๐กFence Installation | $2,375 โ $6,650 โ 5% vs national | $2,500 โ $7,000 |
| ๐จExterior Painting | $2,300 โ $7,360 โ 8% vs national | $2,500 โ $8,000 |
| ๐ณTree Removal | $362 โ $1,880 โ 6% vs national | $385 โ $2,000 |
| ๐Pest Control | $97 โ $677 โ 3% vs national | $100 โ $700 |
| โ๏ธSolar Panels | $13,370 โ $28,650 โ 4% vs national | $14,000 โ $30,000 |
| ๐ฅFurnace Installation | $3,308 โ $7,088 โ 5% vs national | $3,500 โ $7,500 |
| ๐ฟLandscaping | $992 โ $4,775 โ 4% vs national | $1,039 โ $5,000 |
| ๐ชWindow Replacement | $4,275 โ $11,400 โ 5% vs national | $4,500 โ $12,000 |
| ๐๏ธBasement Finishing | $19,100 โ $57,300 โ 4% vs national | $20,000 โ $60,000 |
| ๐ช Drain Cleaning | $93 โ $465 โ 7% vs national | $100 โ $500 |
| ๐ชตHardwood Flooring | $5,790 โ $14,475 โ 3% vs national | $6,000 โ $15,000 $6 โ $15/sqft (typical project) |
| ๐ Home Addition | $19,000 โ $95,000 โ 5% vs national | $20,000 โ $100,000 |
| ๐ฉMetal Roof | $11,340 โ $26,460 โ 5% vs national | $12,000 โ $28,000 |
| ๐ชตDeck Building | $3,800 โ $14,250 โ 5% vs national | $4,000 โ $15,000 |
| ๐๏ธFoundation Repair | $3,308 โ $11,340 โ 5% vs national | $3,500 โ $12,000 |
| ๐งฑConcrete Work | $1,418 โ $5,670 โ 5% vs national | $1,500 โ $6,000 |
| ๐EV Charger Installation | $744 โ $2,325 โ 7% vs national | $800 โ $2,500 |
| ๐ฅHeat Pump Installation | $4,725 โ $11,340 โ 5% vs national | $5,000 โ $12,000 |
| ๐๏ธKitchen Cabinets | $3,880 โ $14,550 โ 3% vs national | $4,000 โ $15,000 |
| ๐ชตLaminate Flooring | $2,895 โ $7,720 โ 3% vs national | $3,000 โ $8,000 $3 โ $8/sqft (typical project) |
| ๐งฑLVP Flooring | $2,895 โ $7,720 โ 3% vs national | $3,000 โ $8,000 $3 โ $8/sqft (typical project) |
| ๐Pool Installation | $38,200 โ $76,400 โ 4% vs national | $40,000 โ $80,000 |
| ๐งนPressure Washing | $92 โ $458 โ 8% vs national | $100 โ $500 |
| ๐งRoof Repair | $376 โ $2,350 โ 6% vs national | $400 โ $2,500 |
| ๐งTankless Water Heater | $1,134 โ $3,308 โ 5% vs national | $1,200 โ $3,500 |
| ๐งWater Heater Repair | $140 โ $1,122 โ 6% vs national | $150 โ $1,200 |
| ๐ Whole House Remodel | $14,325 โ $95,500 โ 4% vs national | $15,000 โ $100,000 |
| ๐Air Duct Cleaning | $250 โ $463 โ 7% vs national | $270 โ $500 |
| ๐ฟArtificial Turf Installation | $4,584 โ $9,168 โ 4% vs national | $4,800 โ $9,600 $8 โ $16/sqft (typical project) |
| ๐งWater Heater Installation | $1,140 โ $2,660 โ 5% vs national | $1,200 โ $2,800 |
| ๐ชจCountertop Installation | $1,455 โ $4,850 โ 3% vs national | $1,500 โ $5,000 $30 โ $100/sqft (typical project) |
| ๐Garage Door Replacement | $855 โ $2,375 โ 5% vs national | $900 โ $2,500 |
| ๐ฆ Mold Removal | $473 โ $5,670 โ 5% vs national | $500 โ $6,000 |
| ๐งฑDrywall Installation | $935 โ $2,805 โ 6% vs national | $1,000 โ $3,000 $1 โ $3/sqft (typical project) |
| ๐งนGutter Cleaning | $83 โ $230 โ 8% vs national | $90 โ $250 |
| ๐ซCarpet Installation | $1,930 โ $6,755 โ 3% vs national | $2,000 โ $7,000 $2 โ $7/sqft (typical project) |
| โกElectrical Panel Upgrade | $930 โ $3,720 โ 7% vs national | $1,000 โ $4,000 |
| ๐งGarage Door Repair | $141 โ $752 โ 6% vs national | $150 โ $800 |
| ๐งฑPatio Pavers | $2,865 โ $7,640 โ 4% vs national | $3,000 โ $8,000 |
| ๐ฒTile Installation | $1,920 โ $4,800 โ 4% vs national | $2,000 โ $5,000 $10 โ $25/sqft (typical project) |
| ๐Electrical Outlet Installation | $564 โ $1,504 โ 6% vs national | $600 โ $1,600 |
| ๐งBasement Waterproofing | $2,820 โ $9,400 โ 6% vs national | $3,000 โ $10,000 |
| ๐Battery Storage | $9,450 โ $18,900 โ 5% vs national | $10,000 โ $20,000 |
| ๐ชDoor Installation | $331 โ $1,418 โ 5% vs national | $350 โ $1,500 |
| โกGenerator Installation | $6,615 โ $14,175 โ 5% vs national | $7,000 โ $15,000 |
| ๐ Home Office Setup | $2,865 โ $14,325 โ 4% vs national | $3,000 โ $15,000 |
| โ๏ธMini Split HVAC | $1,134 โ $4,725 โ 5% vs national | $1,200 โ $5,000 |
| ๐๏ธShingles Roof | $5,198 โ $12,285 โ 5% vs national | $5,500 โ $13,000 |
| ๐ Vinyl Siding | $5,700 โ $14,250 โ 5% vs national | $6,000 โ $15,000 |
| ๐งWater Damage Repair | $1,134 โ $6,615 โ 5% vs national | $1,200 โ $7,000 |
| ๐งฑBacksplash Installation | $567 โ $2,363 โ 5% vs national | $600 โ $2,500 |
| ๐กRecessed Lighting Installation | $846 โ $2,256 โ 6% vs national | $900 โ $2,400 |
| ๐งฑDrywall Repair | $279 โ $1,116 โ 7% vs national | $300 โ $1,200 |
| โฃ๏ธAsbestos Abatement | $1,128 โ $4,700 โ 6% vs national | $1,200 โ $5,000 |
| ๐ฃ๏ธDriveway Asphalt | $2,375 โ $7,600 โ 5% vs national | $2,500 โ $8,000 |
| โจFloor Refinishing | $940 โ $3,760 โ 6% vs national | $1,000 โ $4,000 |
| ๐งGutter Installation | $907 โ $2,363 โ 5% vs national | $960 โ $2,500 |
| ๐งPipe Repair | $164 โ $1,122 โ 6% vs national | $175 โ $1,200 |
| ๐ก๏ธSmart Thermostat | $187 โ $468 โ 6% vs national | $200 โ $500 |
| โจWindow Cleaning | $137 โ $366 โ 8% vs national | $150 โ $400 |
| ๐ฑSod Installation | $1,403 โ $3,740 โ 6% vs national | $1,500 โ $4,000 |
| ๐ฝToilet Installation | $284 โ $756 โ 5% vs national | $300 โ $800 |
| ๐ Insulation Installation | $935 โ $3,740 โ 6% vs national | $1,000 โ $4,000 |
| ๐ฝ๏ธDishwasher Installation | $238 โ $950 โ 5% vs national | $250 โ $1,000 |
| ๐ Attic Conversion | $14,250 โ $47,500 โ 5% vs national | $15,000 โ $50,000 |
| ๐Ceiling Fan Installation | $140 โ $558 โ 7% vs national | $150 โ $600 |
| ๐ชExterior Door Replacement | $475 โ $2,375 โ 5% vs national | $500 โ $2,500 |
| ๐งFence Repair | $236 โ $1,890 โ 5% vs national | $250 โ $2,000 |
| ๐งฑGarage Floor Epoxy | $955 โ $3,820 โ 4% vs national | $1,000 โ $4,000 |
| ๐กLighting Upgrade | $1,860 โ $5,580 โ 7% vs national | $2,000 โ $6,000 |
| ๐งฑRetaining Wall | $3,325 โ $9,500 โ 5% vs national | $3,500 โ $10,000 |
| ๐งนRoof Cleaning | $230 โ $736 โ 8% vs national | $250 โ $800 |
| ๐งSeptic System | $3,332 โ $19,040 โ 5% vs national | $3,500 โ $20,000 |
| ๐จPopcorn Ceiling Removal | $925 โ $2,775 โ 7% vs national | $1,000 โ $3,000 |
| ๐Bathtub Replacement | $1,433 โ $5,730 โ 4% vs national | $1,500 โ $6,000 |
| ๐งนPool Cleaning Service | $91 โ $364 โ 9% vs national | $100 โ $400 |
| ๐ญChimney Repair | $188 โ $2,820 โ 6% vs national | $200 โ $3,000 |
| ๐งFoundation Crack Repair | $235 โ $2,350 โ 6% vs national | $250 โ $2,500 |
| ๐Pool Liner Replacement | $2,375 โ $6,175 โ 5% vs national | $2,500 โ $6,500 |
| ๐จWallpaper Hanging | $460 โ $1,840 โ 8% vs national | $500 โ $2,000 |
| ๐จDeck Staining | $460 โ $1,840 โ 8% vs national | $500 โ $2,000 |
| ๐ฅFire Damage Repair | $3,780 โ $23,625 โ 5% vs national | $4,000 โ $25,000 |
| ๐งIrrigation System | $2,375 โ $5,700 โ 5% vs national | $2,500 โ $6,000 |
| ๐งWhole House Repiping | $1,302 โ $11,160 โ 7% vs national | $1,400 โ $12,000 |
| ๐งSewer Line Repair | $474 โ $18,940 โ 5% vs national | $500 โ $20,000 |
| ๐ชSliding Glass Door | $1,140 โ $3,325 โ 5% vs national | $1,200 โ $3,500 |
| ๐ช๏ธStorm Damage Repair | $2,363 โ $14,175 โ 5% vs national | $2,500 โ $15,000 |
| ๐งSump Pump Installation | $564 โ $1,880 โ 6% vs national | $600 โ $2,000 |
| ๐งWater Softener | $1,900 โ $4,750 โ 5% vs national | $2,000 โ $5,000 |
| ๐งฑBrick Masonry Repair | $470 โ $2,820 โ 6% vs national | $500 โ $3,000 |
| ๐ชตTree Stump Grinding | $137 โ $549 โ 8% vs national | $150 โ $600 |
| ๐๏ธGarbage Disposal Installation | $238 โ $665 โ 5% vs national | $250 โ $700 |
| ๐ Attic Insulation | $468 โ $1,870 โ 6% vs national | $500 โ $2,000 |
| ๐๏ธCloset Organization | $1,440 โ $4,800 โ 4% vs national | $1,500 โ $5,000 |
| ๐งDeck Repair | $236 โ $2,363 โ 5% vs national | $250 โ $2,500 |
| ๐งGutter Repair | $94 โ $752 โ 6% vs national | $100 โ $800 |
| ๐งPlumbing Inspection | $92 โ $460 โ 8% vs national | $100 โ $500 |
| โฃ๏ธRadon Mitigation | $478 โ $1,910 โ 4% vs national | $500 โ $2,000 |
| ๐งฑSidewalk Concrete | $1,520 โ $3,800 โ 5% vs national | $1,600 โ $4,000 $4 โ $10/sqft (typical project) |
| ๐งSiding Repair | $473 โ $2,835 โ 5% vs national | $500 โ $3,000 |
| โจ๏ธBoiler Installation | $3,780 โ $8,505 โ 5% vs national | $4,000 โ $9,000 |
| ๐จBathroom Fan Installation | $187 โ $561 โ 6% vs national | $200 โ $600 |
| ๐Sump Pump Replacement | $473 โ $1,418 โ 5% vs national | $500 โ $1,500 |
| ๐ชตCrown Molding | $561 โ $2,338 โ 6% vs national | $600 โ $2,500 |
| ๐Energy Audit | $183 โ $549 โ 8% vs national | $200 โ $600 |
| ๐๏ธGazebo Installation | $1,140 โ $5,700 โ 5% vs national | $1,200 โ $6,000 |
| ๐ Laundry Room | $1,433 โ $7,640 โ 4% vs national | $1,500 โ $8,000 |
| ๐๏ธPorch Repair | $945 โ $4,725 โ 5% vs national | $1,000 โ $5,000 |
| ๐ชSkylight Installation | $1,418 โ $3,780 โ 5% vs national | $1,500 โ $4,000 |
| ๐ Soffit and Fascia | $473 โ $2,363 โ 5% vs national | $500 โ $2,500 |
| ๐งฑStucco Repair | $470 โ $2,820 โ 6% vs national | $500 โ $3,000 |
| ๐งWell Water System | $2,850 โ $9,500 โ 5% vs national | $3,000 โ $10,000 |
| ๐Whole House Fan | $940 โ $2,350 โ 6% vs national | $1,000 โ $2,500 |
| ๐Pool Resurfacing | $3,780 โ $11,340 โ 5% vs national | $4,000 โ $12,000 |
| ๐French Drain Installation | $2,835 โ $7,560 โ 5% vs national | $3,000 โ $8,000 |
| ๐Land Clearing | $1,403 โ $5,610 โ 6% vs national | $1,500 โ $6,000 |
| ๐ฟMulch Installation | $282 โ $1,128 โ 6% vs national | $300 โ $1,200 |
| ๐๏ธBalcony Repair | $473 โ $4,725 โ 5% vs national | $500 โ $5,000 |
| ๐งนGrout Repair | $93 โ $558 โ 7% vs national | $100 โ $600 |
| โฃ๏ธLead Paint Removal | $2,820 โ $11,280 โ 6% vs national | $3,000 โ $12,000 |
| ๐ก๏ธRoof Coating | $468 โ $2,338 โ 6% vs national | $500 โ $2,500 |
| ๐งฑTuckpointing | $468 โ $2,805 โ 6% vs national | $500 โ $3,000 |
| ๐งฑConcrete Sealing | $470 โ $1,410 โ 6% vs national | $500 โ $1,500 |
| ๐ชตBuilt-In Shelving | $1,900 โ $5,700 โ 5% vs national | $2,000 โ $6,000 |
| ๐ Mudroom | $6,208 โ $14,325 โ 4% vs national | $6,500 โ $15,000 |
| ๐ชตWainscoting | $945 โ $3,308 โ 5% vs national | $1,000 โ $3,500 |
| ๐งฐAppliance Installation | $142 โ $567 โ 5% vs national | $150 โ $600 |
Average Project Costs in Texas โ 50-State Price Tables
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๐ Kitchen & Bath
Remodeling in Texas typically runs โ 3% from national averages.
๐๏ธ Roof & Exterior
Roofing in Texas runs $3โ$7 per sq ft.
โ๏ธ HVAC & Energy
Climate-adjusted HVAC costs for Texas.
Texas Home Service Cost FAQs
How much does foundation repair cost in Texas?
Foundation repair in Texas costs $3,500-$15,000 on average, with severe cases exceeding $30,000. Expansive clay soils in Houston, Dallas, and Austin cause significant foundation movement. Pier installation ($150-$300 per pier) is the most common solution. Get multiple inspections โ Texas foundation companies are known for aggressive sales tactics.
How much does HVAC replacement cost in Texas with extreme heat?
Texas HVAC replacement costs $5,000-$12,000. Summers regularly exceed 100ยฐF, requiring high-capacity cooling systems. Most homes need 2-4 ton units. Ductless mini-splits ($3,000-$8,000) are popular for room additions. Expect higher energy bills โ average summer cooling costs run $200-$400/month.
How much does pool installation cost in Texas?
Pool installation in Texas costs $45,000-$120,000. Concrete pools ($60,000-$120,000) are the most popular. Vinyl liner pools ($45,000-$75,000) are cheaper. The Texas climate allows 8-10 months of pool use per year. Factor in $3,000-$6,000/year for maintenance and utilities.
Do I need a state contractor license in Texas?
Texas has NO statewide contractor license for general remodelers. The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) only regulates specific trades (electrical, plumbing, HVAC). Major cities like Houston and Dallas have local licensing requirements. Always verify insurance and references โ the lack of state licensing means you need to be extra careful.
What are the costs for hurricane preparation in Texas coastal areas?
Hurricane preparation in Texas coastal areas costs $2,000-$10,000. This includes impact-resistant windows ($500-$1,200/window), hurricane shutters ($3,000-$8,000), roof reinforcement ($2,000-$5,000), and flood barriers. Coastal homeowners insurance runs $5,000-$15,000/year โ significantly higher than inland rates.
Texas Home Service Q&A
Expert answers to common questions about home service costs in Texas.