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Roofing & exterior
Roofs, windows, siding, decks, fences and garage doors — costs, materials and when it is worth it.
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Deck cost in 2026: price per square foot by material and size
A pro-built deck costs about $30–$60 per sq ft: $4,300–$8,600 for 12x12 and $9,600–$19,200 for 16x20. Wood vs composite, add-on costs, permits, upkeep and ROI.
Fence installation cost in 2026: price per foot by material
A new fence typically costs $2,000–$5,000, about $15–$25 per linear foot installed. Wood, vinyl, chain link, composite and iron compared, plus gates, permits, lifespan and savings.
Garage door replacement cost in 2026: single, double and openers
A single garage door costs $500–$2,500 and a double $750–$4,000 installed; about $1,200 on average. Materials, insulation, openers, repairs vs replacement and why it's a top resale project.
New roof cost in 2026: prices by size and material
Roof replacement averages about $9,500, with most jobs between $5,800 and $46,000. See costs per square foot, by material, and what makes a quote go up.
Siding replacement cost in 2026: prices by material and home size
New siding averages about $14,500 for a 2,000 sq ft home ($8,500–$20,000). Vinyl $3–$12 per sq ft, fiber cement $5–$14, plus removal, trim and insulation costs, lifespans and ROI.
Window replacement cost in 2026: price per window
Replacement windows average about $565 each installed, with most between $250 and $2,500. Compare vinyl, wood and fiberglass, and see when new windows pay off.