We are more familiar with weight than with the other forces acting on a rocket, because each of us have our own weight which we can measure every morning on the bathroom scale. We know when one thing is heavy and when another thing is light.
In 2011-2012, mid-range bathroom remodels cost an average of $16,552 and recouped 62 percent, while upscale bathroom remodels cost an average of $52,249 and recouped 56 percent. Hereâs how the NKBA breaks down the budget for a typical bathroom remodel: Labor: 20 percent.
Survey a few local designers or contractors to find out the average cost per square foot for remodeling projects in your area. Low-end home additions without mechanical work typically cost $100â$130 per square foot. Extensive home additions in high-price areas cost much more.