Rehab Valuator Budget & Cost Template Updates
Construction Pricing Trends and Adjustments
Track the market. Protect your margins. Build smarter.
Construction and Rehab Costs never stand still — and if you’re not updating your budgets, you’re already behind. That’s why Rehab Valuator’s Premium software includes built-in budget and cost templates that we regularly update to reflect real-world pricing trends.
Our 2025 updates are here, and while the market is steadier than the rollercoaster years of 2021–2022, there are still key shifts you need to know about.
What’s Changed in 2025?
We track thousands of data points from contractors, suppliers, and vendors nationwide — plus our own active projects — to keep Rehab Valuator’s templates as accurate as possible.
Here’s what we’re seeing this year:
- Stable Overall Pricing: Most construction and rehab costs are holding steady compared to late 2024.
- Price Drops: Windows have come down to around $250 per double-hung unit in many markets.
- Increases in Key Areas:
- Roofing costs have climbed, particularly for shingles with underlayment and ice/water shield.
- MEPs (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) have seen notable increases, driven largely by labor shortages.
- Insulation has been bumped up to $3/sq ft to ensure realistic budgeting.
- Cosmetic Renovations: Slight increases for LVP flooring, hardwood refinishing, and cabinet material allowances.
Updated Templates Included in Premium:
Our 2025 update refreshes multiple templates, including:
- Full Gut Renovation with Addition
- Full Gut Renovation
- New Construction – Single Family
- Cosmetic Renovation
Each template is a complete roadmap — not just a budget:
- Detailed scope of work
- Pre-built cost categories and line items
- Realistic allowances based on current market data
- Integrated project schedules
Why This Matters for Your Business
Underestimating costs is one of the fastest ways to lose profits in real estate investing. Our goal with these updates is to give you a strong, realistic starting point so you can:
- Accurately forecast total project costs
- Adjust line items to match your local market
- Avoid budget overruns that eat into your margins
Pro Tip: Don’t just check out the new templates — put them to work! Whether you’re adding square footage, tackling a full gut, or managing a new build, start your next project with the most accurate numbers possible.
