Home Remodeling Kitchen Remodeling Billerica MA - 2017 Directory

Updated - January 2017

A summary of essential information for Home Remodeling in Billerica, MA. Check the qualifications and history of local Designers and Contractors. Understand Billerica permitting and planning options. Get up-to-date cost estimates of typical Home Remodeling work in Billerica. Make better decisions and get fair pricing.

Local Building, Permitting and Inspection

Billerica, MA Building Department
365 Boston Rd.
Billerica, MA 1821
Telephone 978.671.0959
Website www.town.billerica.ma.us

  • Determine what plans and permits may be required for your project
  • Identify prospective contractors
  • Verify building code requirements and regulations
Contractor Licensing

Office of Consumer Affairs & Business Regulation
239 Causeway Street, Suite 500
Boston, MA 02114
Telephone 617-727-9931
Website license.reg.state.ma.us

  • Verify license status
  • Check license history
  • Uncover consumer complaints
Better Business Bureau

BBB of Eastern MA, ME, RI & VT
290 Donald Lynch Boulevard, Suite 102
Marlborough MA 01752-4705
Telephone (508)652-4800
Website www.boston.bbb.org

  • Verify business standing
  • Check complaint history

Billerica MA Remodeling Unit Costs

Updated: January 2017

Unit costs for common remodel work in Billerica MA are summarized below. Costs include basic installation (with no tearout fees or repairs) and contractor grade materials.


Flooring

Costs include finished flooring, manufacturer recommended underlayment, adhesives, and fasteners, transition strips, typical waste overage and installation labor - in theBillerica, MA 1821 area. Minimum charges equivalent to 50 to 75 square feet often apply. Costs for structural modifications, floor leveling or subfloor repairs are separate.

EconomyAverageBetter
Install Hardwood Floor $/SF$7.65$9.92$12.19
Install Sheet Vinyl Flooring $/SF$2.59$3.05$3.52
Install Engineered Wood Floor $/SF$6.51$8.37$10.23
Install Bamboo Flooring $/SF$5.86$7.61$9.35
Install Cork Flooring $/SF$4.80$5.77$6.75
Install Resilient Flooring $/SF$4.88$5.71$6.55

Lighting

Costs include lighting fixtures, connectors, manufacturer recommended bulbs and labor costs to mount and connect lighting fixture to existing wiring. Unless otherwise noted, costs do not include structural modifications, surface repairs or modifications to existing electrical system.Billerica, MA 1821 area. Minimum charges equivalent to 50 to 75 square feet often apply. Costs for structural modifications, floor leveling or subfloor repairs are separate.

EconomyAverageBetter
Install Recessed Lighting $/EA$226$281$336
Install Pendant Lighting $/EA$243$311$379
Install Wall Mounted Lighting $/EA$421$616$811
Install Light Switch $/EA$194$222$250
Install Lighting Circuit $/EA$611$694$778
Install Low Voltage Lighting $/EA$214$252$291

Interior Painting and Finishing

Costs estimates include minor surface repair, surface cleaning, finish materials, material overage and basic labor. Expect a minimum charge equal to roughly 400 square feet for work based on area (SF) and 300 feet for tasks based on length (LF).

EconomyAverageBetter
Stain Wood Cabinets $/SF$1.70$3.13$4.56
Remove Popcorn Ceiling Texture $/SF$0.83$1.17$1.51
Paint Exterior Door $/EA$83.76$154$224
Paint Ceiling $/SF$0.88$1.61$2.35
Remove Popcorn Ceiling Texture $/SF$0.83$1.17$1.51
Paint Window Trim $/LF$1.53$2.67$3.82

Electrical

Costs include material, connectors and labor costs to mount and wire electrical fixtures and components to existing circuitry. Unless otherwise noted, costs do not include structural modifications, surface repairs or the addition to or modification of existing wiring and electrical systems.

EconomyAverageBetter
Install Electrical Outlet $/EA$202$231$260
Install GFCI Circuit Breaker $/EA$172$194$216
Install Appliance Circuit $/EA$516$598$680
Install Electric Water Heater $/EA$1,025$1,121$1,216
Install In-Wall Speakers $/EA$151$288$424
Install Ceiling Light Fixture $/EA$119$229$339

Plumbing

Costs include fixture, connector and labor costs to install component to using existing plumbing connections. Unless otherwise noted, costs do not include structural modifications, finish surface repairs or the addition/modification of existing water supply, vent or waste plumbing lines.

EconomyAverageBetter
Install Drain Line $/EA$419$473$527
Move Plumbing $/EA$631$712$792
Adjust Pressure Regulator Valve $/EA$81.46$93.71$106
Install Roof Vent $/EA$399$451$504
Install Toilet $/EA$408$589$770
Install Garbage Disposal $/EA$358$396$433

Insulation

Unless otherwise noted, all cost estimates are per square foot of interior surfaces to be insulated.

EconomyAverageBetter
Install Blown-In Attic Insulation $/SF$0.92$1.27$1.61
Install Batt Floor Insulation $/SF$0.90$1.33$1.75
Insulate Windows $/EA$15.90$31.81$47.72
Insulate Crawl Space $/SF$1.13$1.87$2.60
Insulate Basement Walls $/SF$2.54$3.22$3.91
Install Wall Insulation $/SF$0.91$1.29$1.67

Finish Carpentry

Costs include basic material, delivery,installation and adjustment. Cost estimates do not include structural modifications or any costs associated with moving/modifying existing plumbing, electrical or HVAC components.

EconomyAverageBetter
Hang Interior Door $/EA$181$241$301
Install Baseboard $/LF$4.96$6.62$8.28
Install Exterior Door $/EA$394$512$630
Install Window $/EA$428$563$699
Install Door Lock $/EA$135$204$273
Install French Doors $/EA$1,150$1,484$1,817



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