I'm a student, working on a project at Lakeland College. Was wondering the cost to rebuild a home.
Specs:
First-floor area= 754.8 sqft
Basement area= 590.29 sqft
Garage area= 396.09 sqft
Deck areas= 1737.12 sqft
Fence: length-242.8ft height- 6ft
-deck is composite wood
-garage is heated with automatic door (detached)
-kitchen counters are laminate
-laminate flooring
-driveway 815sqft paved
-finished basement
-2 bedroom (carpeted)
-1 bath
-vinyl siding on home
-Circuit breakers
-forced air heating
-AC unit
You cannot really "quote" something like that without way more details and types of materials...most contractors to "estimate" use a basic sq/ft method. Most luxury homes currently will average out from $180/sq/ft to build all inclusive. Garages run about $16,000(1 car)-$24,000(2 car). Decks are from $65/sq/ft for composite and alumn. rail. Fences are from $60/ft. Driveways for basic 2 car size are running from $11,000. *(These are rates as charged by a hired General Contractor)
Hi Silas,
That's a great question. Commonly as referenced already most builders will estimate the cost of the house as a price per square foot. There are many factors that can influence the price, for example Is this a standard spec home, pre fabricated home, or custom home build. What is the location, city, topography etc Additionally what are the features, finishes and goal of the build? As referenced by the Atlas Group, in Vancouver the cost to build a standard spec home ranges between $150-$275 per square foot. Whereby a custom home in the same city ranges between $450-$1335 per square foot This is similar in most major cities, and as you can see there is a sliding scale in price point.
Should you ever need more advice Howson Homes is licensed residential builder operating respectfully out of the Coast Salish / Mid Island' region on Vancouver Island. We are always happy to chat!
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