pricing Structure
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At BuildYourSelf our goal is to help you complete your home projects yourself and save some money along the way by not having to call a contractor all the time.
From moulding to changing faucets or light fixtures, each project is different.
That’s why we price each project by the hour based on the skills needed and tasks that need to be accomplished.
We want to ensure you have ample time to ask questions and really understand each task to set you up for success.
Hourly Pricing breakdown:
The first on site hour: $150
Any subsequent time needed: $50
Additional time over the initial estimate will be invoiced in 15 min increments
Carpentry
Electrical
Plumbing
Below are some examples of estimated price breakdowns for materials, BuildYourSelf hours,
& approximate hours required for you to complete the task.
Bedroom Repaint:
Materials: Wall & Trim Paint, Caulk, Tape
Tool Rental Cost: Painting Package
BYS Labor: 2 Hours
Total Client Labor Hours (Estimated): 8 hours
(1 person, 2 days)
Material Cost: $185
Tool Rental Cost: $20
BYS Labor Cost: $200
Total Cost: $405
Contractor Price: $2500 (8 hours)
Light Fixture Replacement:
Materials: Light Fixture, Electrical Tape, Wire Nuts
Tool Rental Cost: Electrical Package
BYS Labor: 1/2 Hour
Total Client Labor Hours (Estimated): 1/2 hour
(1 person, 1 days)
Material Cost: $81
Tool Rental Cost: $10
BYS Labor Cost: $75
Total Cost: $166
Contractor Price: $300 (1 hour)
Material Cost: $190
Tool Rental Cost: $50
BYS Labor Cost: $200
Total Cost: $440
Contractor Price: $600 (4 hours)
Tool Rentals:
Sometimes you need the right tools for the job and you don’t have them. We’ve got you covered!
Power Tools (drills, saws, etc): $20/day
Basic Equipment packages: $10/day
Drywall
Painting
Etc
Saws
Drills
Nailers
Shiplap Wall:
Materials: Trim, Paint, Caulk, Tape
Tool Rental Cost: Miter Saw, Nail Gun, Carpentry Package
BYS Labor: 5 Hours
Total Client Labor Hours (Estimated): 40 hours
(2 people,2 days)
Router
Batteries
Etc
Bathroom Trim & Casing:
Materials: Baseboard, Shoe, Door Casing
Tool Rental Cost: Miter Saw, Nail Gun, Carpentry Package
BYS Labor: 4 Hours (over 2 days)
Total Client Labor Hours (Estimated): 8 hours
(1 person, 1 day)
Bathroom Facelift:
Materials: New Drywall, Paint, Flooring, Vanity, Sink/Top, Faucet, Light, Mirror
Tool Rental Cost: Impact Driver, Miter Saw, Plumbing Package, Electrical Package, Carpentry Package, Drywall Package, Painting Package
BYS Labor: 12 Hours over multiple days
Total Client Labor Hours (Estimated): 50 hours
(1 person, 14 days)
Toilet Replacement:
Materials: Toilet, Wax Ring, Hose
Tool Rental Cost: Plumbing Package
BYS Labor: 1 Hour
Total Client Labor Hours (Estimated): 2 hours
(1 person, 1 days)
Material Cost: $450
Tool Rental Cost: $100
BYS Labor Cost: $350
Total Cost: $900
Contractor Price: $1570 (32 hours)
Material Cost: $188
Tool Rental Cost: $10
BYS Labor Cost: $150
Total Cost: $345
Contractor Price: $450 (2 hours)
Material Cost: $1,858
Tool Rental Cost: $170
BYS Labor Cost: $700
Total Cost: $2,728
Contractor Price: $15,000 (80 hours)