Free tools that answer the money questions before you hire
Check a bid, plan a budget, size up materials or map out permits in under a minute. Every tool ends with the option of a free, no-obligation official estimate from a certified local pro — on-site, by phone or over video.
Contractor Quote Checker
Is my quote fair?
Paste the price a contractor gave you. We compare it against the local market range for that project and ZIP code, then tell you if you're paying above, at, or below market.
You get: Fair-price verdict + negotiation script
Renovation Budget Planner
What fits my budget?
Set a total budget, pick the projects on your list, and see exactly what fits — with a built-in contingency reserve so you don't get caught short mid-project.
You get: Project-by-project budget plan
Project Payment Calculator
What's my monthly payment?
Turn a project price into a real monthly payment. Compare terms and typical rate ranges for HELOCs, home-equity loans, personal loans and contractor financing.
You get: Monthly payment + total interest
Resale Value (ROI) Calculator
Will it pay me back?
See the typical cost of a project versus the resale value it adds, so you know which upgrades actually earn their money back when you sell.
You get: Cost vs value recouped %
Material Quantity Estimator
How much material?
Enter your measurements and get the quantities pros order — gallons of paint, squares of shingles, fence posts, flooring with waste, drywall sheets, concrete yards.
You get: Shopping list + material cost
Permit & Timeline Planner
How long and what permits?
Find out whether your project needs a permit, what the permit typically costs in your state, how many inspections to expect, and how long the job really takes.
You get: Permit cost + week-by-week schedule