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Planning a move, a makeover, or a whole new home? We’ll help you build a realistic budget before the spending starts.
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Okay, what might this cost at your house?
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Planning estimate only. Incentives are not deducted. Verify current eligibility with your state program and utility.
Still wondering about something?
That’s normal. Big home decisions rarely arrive with one tidy number.
Ask a real question →How accurate is the calculator?
It is a planning tool, not a contractor bid. It combines national project baselines with state installation factors, home size, climate, and project-specific ranges. Site conditions and equipment choices can still move the final price.
Are rebates included in the estimate?
No. Programs change frequently and eligibility depends on location, income, equipment, tax status, utility territory, and installation date. Confirm every incentive with the official program administrator.
Why do contractor quotes vary so much?
Quotes may include different equipment, efficiency levels, labor, electrical work, permits, duct repairs, warranties, commissioning, and cleanup. Compare written scopes—not only totals.
Can I use the estimate when I compare quotes?
Absolutely. Use it to ask sharper questions and spot unusually narrow or broad scopes. The cheapest quote is not a bargain if permits, cleanup or warranty coverage disappeared from the page.