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Home Improvement Costs in District of Columbia | All Projects (2026)

Planning a home improvement project in District of Columbia? Below is a complete breakdown of estimated costs for 13 common projects, based on 2026 data. The most expensive typical project is Childcare at $21,382, while Home Security System comes in at $300.

District of Columbia Cost Snapshot

Projects Covered

13

Avg. Typical Cost

$9,509

Renovation Estimate

$9,523

All Home Improvement Costs in District of Columbia

Sorted by typical cost, most expensive first. Click any project to see a detailed breakdown for District of Columbia.

Project Low Typical High
Childcare $19,685 $21,382 $26,193
Solar Panel $11,520 $17,280 $28,800
Siding Replacement $6,975 $17,038 $37,596
Deck Building $6,528 $13,056 $26,113
Roof Replacement $10,133 $13,028 $17,371
Window Replacement $6,260 $9,857 $18,516
HVAC Replacement $6,855 $9,608 $12,721
Garage Door Replacement $2,033 $5,421 $6,578
Flooring Installation $2,005 $5,012 $10,024
Interior Painting $1,428 $4,511 $9,156
Exterior Painting $1,589 $4,462 $8,831
Water Heater Replacement $2,206 $2,664 $7,817
Home Security System $120 $300 $480

Full Renovation Estimate for District of Columbia

If you are planning a major renovation that includes a kitchen remodel, bathroom remodel, new flooring, and interior painting, here is the combined estimate for District of Columbia:

Low End

$3,433

Typical

$9,523

High End

$19,180

Included Project Low Typical High
Flooring Installation $2,005 $5,012 $10,024
Interior Painting $1,428 $4,511 $9,156
Total $3,433 $9,523 $19,180

This estimate combines kitchen remodel, bathroom remodel, flooring, and interior painting. Actual costs depend on scope, materials, and contractor pricing.

How District of Columbia Compares to Neighboring States

The table below shows how the average project cost across all calculators in District of Columbia compares to its neighboring states. If you live near a state border, nearby contractors may offer competitive pricing.

State Avg. Typical Cost vs. District of Columbia
District of Columbia (you) $9,509 --
Virginia $8,146 -14%
Maryland $8,665 -9%

How these costs were calculated

Data sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS), Craftsman National Estimator, NAHB permit data

Granularity: State-level averages; metro areas may vary 20–30%

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