A typical bedroom remodel costs $12,000 to $28,000, with an average of $20,000. You’ll pay more if you change your layout or add special features.
A bedroom remodel costs $20,000 on average but homeowners have a lot of influence over this figure. Smaller bedrooms with minimal upgrades can be remodeled for as little as $3,500 while larger rooms with major layout changes and ornate accessories can reach up to $40,000.
However, the price of the remodel shouldn’t be your only concern—this is the room where you spend the most hours of your day and a remodel could significantly improve your enjoyment—especially if you renovate an ensuite bathroom. But first, you need to understand the costs, and you can discover those factors below.
Unsurprisingly, the size of your bedroom has a large effect on the total cost. While certain accessories like a skylight won’t increase in price, any square-footage-based item like flooring or drywall increases as the room grows. When considering the price ranges below, keep in mind the average primary bedroom is 150 square feet.
| Bedroom Size (Square Feet) | Average Remodeling Cost |
|---|---|
| 80 | $7,800–$11,300 |
| 100 | $12,100–$14,500 |
| 150 | $18,000–$22,000 |
| 170 | $19,400–$25,100 |
| 220 | $28,000–$34,300 |
| 250 | $31,800–$41,500 |
We strongly recommend hiring a general contractor for a bedroom remodel. It's much easier to deal with one professional as a point person than hiring out for each job yourself. Plus, a general contractor's experience and expertise are often quite extensive for projects like this. General contractors have dedicated teams that work well together, so a remodel will likely stay on its timeline. General contractors charge project-based fees, which are around 20% to 25%. These pros rarely charge by the hour.
Bedroom remodels will need an electrician in almost all cases. Electricians charge a rate of $40 and $140 per hour. This rate depends on the experience of the electrician and how busy they are, so try to schedule them during downtimes to save a bit.
Much of the cost of new flooring can be recouped since it offers one of the best returns on investment (ROI). A flooring installation professional can advise you on the types of flooring that would work best in your bedroom. They can also handle all the installation prep work and cleanup, and make installation a breeze.
A 150-square-foot bedroom should cost between $900 and $2,500 to install new hardwood flooring. A professional will charge a rate based on the materials or square footage. Expect to pay around 40% or more of the material cost in labor.
Depending on the extent of your bedroom remodel, you or your contractor may need to hire the following specialists.
Plumber: If you're renovating an ensuite bathroom, you will need a plumbing expert. These pros charge $50 to $150 per hour or a project fee—usually 20% of the remodel cost. You should not try to DIY this section of a remodel, or you could end up paying for plumbing repairs.
Architect: While not always necessary, hiring an architect can offer helpful insight on how to efficiently use space and where to cut costs during a remodel. The fee will vary based on experience but expect an architect to charge a percentage of 10% to 15% or an hourly rate of around $80 to $160 per hour.
Some of the below costs will be included in the total project but others won't, such as insurance and some accessories and special features. Demolition and prep is a great place to save some money doing DIY work.
Demolition doesn't always mean sledgehammers— it can involve removing old flooring, taking off wallpaper, removing a door, or other work. But professional demolition and prep work will cost $20 to $60 per hour in most cases.
Prep work for a bedroom model usually involves cleaning the area, getting any surfaces ready (like sanding a floor), gathering any tools and materials, and obtaining permits.
Building permits are required for most home improvement projects, including a bedroom model. You can expect to pay between $450 and $2,800 for a permit. If you're having trouble with the permits or don’t know how to file one, a general contractor will know their way around the system.
Home renovation insurance is a type of insurance that covers your house while you're undergoing renovations or remodels. In essence, it's a good idea to take out a policy as doing work on your house can void existing policies and coverage. Talk to your insurance agent as you'll likely get the best rate through the company offering your existing coverage.
Adding special features and accessories can really elevate a space while modernizing and adding charm, but these additions come at an added cost and are rarely part of an initial budget. Talk to your pro about any of the below options as they will be on the lower end of cost if installed during the remodel and on the higher end if put in later.
| Accessory or Special Feature | Average Cost |
|---|---|
| Recessed lighting | $400–$1,100 |
| Crown molding | $350–$1,900 |
| Built-in bookshelves | $800–$3,500 |
| Electric fireplace | $400–$2,800 |
| Smart lighting | $500–$2,200 |
| Skylights | $1,300–$3,300 |
| Surround sound system | $240–$1,500 |
| Chandelier | $300–$4,000 |
| Custom headboard | $600–$5,200 |
| Hidden wall safe | $450–$4,400 |
Designing a bedroom with accessibility in mind can be challenging and may increase renovation costs. We highly recommend consulting with any individual with specific accessibility needs to determine whether features like widened hallways, smart home technology, or other universal design accommodations are desired. Be sure to communicate these needs clearly with the pro to ensure satisfactory results after the bedroom remodel.
There are some parts of a remodel you can DIY but we recommend leaving 95% of the work to professionals. The reason is that a lot of the work is structural or electrical, and any mistake made in those areas can have serious and expensive consequences. If you need a more practical reason, your insurance policy likely won’t cover DIY work and any warranties would likely be voided as well.
Talk to a home remodeling expert near you and ask where you can get your hands dirty. Many contractors will give you jobs where you can learn, are safe, and help you save a few bucks on labor.
A remodel involves changing the layout of the room, often removing walls and increasing the square footage of the space. Renovating involves changes and upgrades without adjusting the structure of the room. This is a better choice for home flippers looking to increase the value of their home without a huge investment. Simply changing the floors and painting the walls can have a huge impact.
Remodeling is a good option for those who will live in their home for many years, and who have the budget for a full remodel. Ideally, these people will have a spare room to move into during the process. An average bedroom remodel costs more than a renovation, so whether that’s worth the increase is up to you.
A bedroom remodel doesn’t present the same amount of opportunities for saving as a more complicated room like a kitchen might, but you can still pocket some of your budget (without cutting too many corners). You can adjust the cost of many items in the budget but don’t push too hard on any labor discounts—anything above 5% from your contractor should be considered a win.
Some other ways to save money during a bedroom remodel are:
Shop sales and discounts. Plan ahead and wait for good prices on materials.
Consider recycled goods or overstocked goods—flooring and paint especially.
Buy everything in bulk if possible.
Ask your contractor if they have leftover supplies from a larger job.
Focus on cosmetic upgrades versus structural.
Keep the original layout if possible.
Limit custom work like molding or polished floors.
The best ROI comes from converting an existing room into a bedroom. This can result in homeowners recouping 50% to 75% of the total project cost. When converting an existing bedroom, the ROI doesn’t carry the same weight as, say, a kitchen remodel. A common range when remodeling an existing bedroom—and not taking the house from a two-bedroom to a three-bedroom—results in an ROI of between 20% and 45%.
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Dated bedrooms usually share a few similarities— popcorn ceilings, tired-looking carpet, a lack of natural light, and drab paint colors. If there is any exposed wood, like a built-in closet, those will need to be refinished or painted over. Most bedrooms can be modernized with new hardwood flooring, bright but neutral paint, increased window size, and recessed lighting.
It may not come as a surprise that the kitchen is the most expensive room in the house to renovate. This is due to the expensive appliances like the range, hood, and fridge, but also because the bones of the room—like electrical and plumbing—are expensive to move or replace. While there are ways to renovate a kitchen on a budget, it will always carry a hefty price tag, even if you cut some corners.
The most expensive part of a bedroom remodel will be the structural changes like moving walls, changing electrical or HVAC systems, and the labor itself to do so. After that, flooring can be pricey if you choose real wood or other luxury materials. If you choose to renovate an ensuite bathroom that will be the most expensive but that's not as common and should be considered a separate project.
When remodeling a bedroom, the upgrades that add the most value will be replacing the flooring, repainting the room, and increasing light to the space either with larger windows or skylights. Renovating an attached bathroom also results in a value increase but can be an expensive project. Consider new light fixtures and removing popcorn ceilings or other outdated features.
A simple bedroom remodel timeline could only take a day or two, but structural changes (including planning and permitting) can easily take more than a month. It’s vital to the bottom line to plan everything out before work is completed to minimize the billable labor hours.
