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Quote Fairness Calculator
See what your kitchen should actually cost. BLS metro-adjusted.
Methodology reviewed by · Leonard Thompson · LC Thompson Construction Co. · Version 2026.Q1
Market · Standard
Analyzing…
Fair Range
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Lowest Price
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15% of contractors charge this or less
Est. Overpay
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Lowest reasonable price: 15% of licensed contractors complete work at or below this price. Your counter-offer starting point.
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Reviewed by Leonard Thompson (LC Thompson Construction Co.)
Scope: pricing methodology, cost range analysis, lowest-price benchmarks · Version 2026.Q1
Scope: pricing methodology, cost range analysis, lowest-price benchmarks · Version 2026.Q1
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Scope Budget Builder
See where every dollar goes. Drag the budget slider.
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Total: $23,674
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ROI & Recoup Calculator
How much value does a kitchen remodel add at resale?
Market
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Remodel Cost
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Immediate Recoup
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Net Cost at Resale
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Market recoup: — · Home value gain over 5 years: —
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Your Scenario
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Financing Comparison
HELOC vs. contractor financing — total cost of each option.
HELOC vs. Contractor Financing
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HELOC
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Total Interest—
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Contractor Finance
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Total Interest—
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Total Cost—
Note: Contractor financing often carries 12–18% APR vs. 7–9% for a HELOC. The monthly difference may seem small, but the total interest cost compounds significantly over the loan term.
Financing Details
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