🧮 Cost Calculators
Get instant rough estimates for your project. No signup required.
🎯 Decision Tools
Budget Builder
Plan your remodel budget with realistic payment scenarios. Factor in cash, loans, and contingency.
- Monthly payment calculator
- HELOC vs personal loan comparison
- Contingency planning (10-20%)
- Downloadable budget PDF
Cost Breakdown Explorer
See exactly where your money goes - trade by trade. Understand demo, framing, plumbing, electrical, and finishes.
- Trade-by-trade breakdown
- Budget vs mid vs luxury tiers
- San Diego specific pricing
- No hidden surprise costs
Timeline ForecasterComing Soon
Get honest timeline estimates based on project type, permits, and material lead times in San Diego.
- Permit timeline estimates
- Material lead times (cabinets, windows)
- Inspection scheduling
- Gantt-style timeline visual
Remodel vs Move Calculator
Should you remodel your current home or sell and buy? Compare total costs and outcomes.
- Remodel cost estimates
- Selling costs (6-8%)
- Moving and new home costs
- 5-year financial comparison
✅ Trust & Safety Tools
Contractor Verification
Verify any California contractor's license, bond, and insurance status before you hire.
- CSLB license lookup
- Bond verification
- Insurance status check
- Complaint history
Contract Red Flag CheckerComing Soon
Checklist to evaluate contractor bids and contracts. Spot missing essentials before you sign.
- Scope detail check
- Payment schedule review
- Warranty terms
- Change order process
Hiring Scorecard
Interview questions and scorecards to help you compare contractors fairly.
- Phone interview script
- Reference check template
- Comparison scorecard
- Questions to ask
Insurance Claim Guide
Step-by-step playbook for water, fire, or mold damage claims. Documentation templates included.
- Damage documentation checklist
- Adjuster communication scripts
- Scope language examples
- Contractor coordination
📍 San Diego Specific
San Diego Cost Map
See typical remodel costs by neighborhood. La Jolla pricing differs from Chula Vista.
- ZIP-level cost ranges
- Coastal vs inland pricing
- Real project data
- Updated quarterly
Permit Guide by Project
Plain-English explanations of when you need permits and what to expect with San Diego inspections.
- Kitchen/bath permit needs
- ADU permit process
- Typical inspection timeline
- Common pitfalls
Why Use Our Tools?
Built by a licensed San Diego contractor. Based on real project data, not national averages.