Windows & Exterior Cost Guides
What it costs to replace windows or siding or fix a foundation, the work that protects your home and can lower energy bills.
10 guides. We check the prices against 2026 sources (see how we get our numbers). To compare every project, see the cost index.
How Much Does Radon Mitigation Cost?
A radon mitigation system costs $800 to $2,500 in 2026. Most people pay about $1,500. See how your foundation changes the price and why to test first.
$800 – $2,500How Much Does Garage Door Replacement Cost?
A new garage door costs $1,000 to $3,500 installed in 2026. Most people pay about $1,800. Compare steel, wood and insulated doors for one or two cars.
$1,000 – $3,500How Much Does a French Drain Cost?
A French drain (a gravel trench with a pipe) costs $1,500 to $6,000 in 2026. Most people pay about $3,500. See why digging drives the price.
$1,500 – $6,000How Much Does Basement Waterproofing Cost?
Basement waterproofing costs $2,500 to $12,000 in 2026. Most people pay about $5,000. Try the cheap fixes first, then compare inside and outside methods.
$2,500 – $12,000How Much Does an Egress Window Cost?
An egress window (a basement escape window) costs $2,500 to $6,000 in 2026. Most people pay about $4,000. See the code rules and what drives the price.
$2,500 – $6,000How Much Does Foundation Repair Cost?
Foundation repair costs $2,500 to $15,000 for most homes in 2026. Most people pay about $6,500. See cost by repair and why to get an engineer's report first.
$2,500 – $15,000How Much Does It Cost to Paint a House Exterior?
Painting a house exterior costs $3,000 to $10,000 in 2026. Most people pay about $5,000. See cost by home size and why prep work matters.
$3,000 – $10,000How Much Does Window Replacement Cost?
A new window costs about $1,050 installed in 2026. A whole-house job costs $5,000 to $15,000. See cost by window type and how to spend less.
$5,000 – $15,000How Much Does Siding Replacement Cost?
New siding costs $7,000 to $20,000 for an average home in 2026. Most people pay about $11,500. Compare vinyl and fiber cement, plus tear-off and repair costs.
$7,000 – $20,000How Much Does It Cost to Stucco a House?
Stucco for an average home costs $8,000 to $30,000 in 2026. Most people pay about $18,000. Compare traditional and synthetic stucco and how long each lasts.
$8,000 – $30,000