Is remodeling a house less expensive than building a new house?

• <div><p>Remodeling a house is often less expensive than building a new house. You can expect to pay an average of <b>$100 per square foot </b>when you are remodeling. The cost to build a house averages about <b>$150</b> <b>per square foot</b>. When remodeling, though, some rooms cost more than $100 per square foot and some cost less. Use a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/home-remodel-costs-estimator.htm">home renovation cost estimator</a> to accurately estimate your remodeling costs.</p></div>

How much does a home renovation cost?

• <div><p>The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/complete-house-renovation-cost.htm">cost of a home renovation</a> depends on its complexity and extent. A large remodeling project may top <b>$71,000</b>, while a smaller project may cost around <b>$15,000</b>. Using a<a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/home-remodel-costs-estimator.htm"> home renovation cost estimator</a> before you begin can give you an idea of what you can expect to pay to revamp your home.</p></div>

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Q: Do home builders need to be licensed?

• <div><p>Yes, home builders need to be licensed in every state and municipality in the country. The specific license required varies based on the location and the work, but most states require that the builder hold a general contractor&rsquo;s license at minimum. Some states and cities also require that plumbing, electrical, roofing, and sewage system construction require individual licenses, in which case the builder may subcontract the work. You can use Angi&rsquo;s <a href="https://www.angi.com/angi-license-check.htm">contractor licensing tool</a> to confirm that the builder you&rsquo;re considering holds all the proper licenses.</p></div>

Q: Can I customize a modular home?

• <div><p>Yes, modular homes offer a wide range of customization options for layout, finishes, and features.</p></div>

Q: What is a green home and what does it include?

• <div><p>A green home is one that focuses on conservation, with the goal often being net-zero carbon emissions and self-sustainability. It will often include some kind of self-generation equipment, like solar panels or a small wind turbine, high-efficiency electrical components and mechanicals, and high-quality insulation and air sealing to reduce the loss of conditioned air. Many green homes also include xeriscaping or rainwater collection to cut down on drainage and water consumption. </p></div>

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Last update on November 29, 2025

Reviewed in August 2024
The customer service was great and everything went very quicklyâ ¦I was able to do all the payment through my phone which also made things quicker and easier. The building was installed perfectly in less than 3 hours from start to finish. I would highly recommend Diamond Portable Buildings to...
Diamond Portable Buildings
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Reviewed in June 2024
I had them to build me a privacy fence built ; that was lined on both sides. They did an awesome job ; excellent craftsmanship. I highly recommend them.
Sunny's Handyman Services
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Reviewed in May 2023
Carlos has done a wonderful job each time they have done work on our home. Their employees are always on time, professional and work hard to get the job done in a timely manner. I highly recommend Rivera home builders for roofing and new or remodeling construction!! I will book again!
Rivera Home Improvements LLC
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Reviewed in May 2023
Building inspector was hired for a new home build. I was provided a detailed report in PDF format, which addresses all issues with photos included. I was also very impressed by the in-depth detail provided. Additionally, all issues were thoroughly and patiently explained, and technical jargon...
Newman Home Inspections, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2016
Excellent! The work was done in a few hours over two days. One to build the form and pour the concrete. Came back the next day to remove the form. Looks great!
Cane Creek Concrete Inc
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Reviewed in July 2016
Norred's is a great company that not only does gutters but all of your home improvement's or total home Build's.
Norred Seamless Gutters
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Reviewed in August 2014
We were not impressed. We decided not to use this builder. Not a custom builder. They wouldn't make changes to house plans, not even for a price. Also beware everything is a "up grade".
ADAM'S HOMES
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Reviewed in June 2014
Building a new out building for a wood shop. The location needed some excavation back into a hill to come up with a level area large enough for the 16'x20' footprint and 6' perimeter area for the installers. The work seem to grow as we moved back into the hill; we ended up using close to 80...
Dirty Heath's Bobcat/Excavator
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Reviewed in September 2013
Martin (I think was the plummer's name) did a great job working fixing the leak in our yard! He showed me how the builder that installed the sprinkler system used very cheap PVC pipe on connecting to our main pipe. He explained and showed how copper should have been used on the direct...
Guin Service LLC
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Reviewed in May 2013
Perfect! Arrived when promised, professionally installed paying attention to each detail When I arrived home except for the installed light fixtures I could not tell they had been here. Clean work quality of the install exceeded that of the original home builder
Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Birmingham
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