Quick planning overview for remodel cost per square foot
Homeowners in Boise, Meridian, Eagle, Kuna, Star, Middleton, Nampa, and Caldwell ask us about remodel cost per square foot more than almost any other line item on a remodel budget. This article is part of our Boise Cabinet Cost Guide—the definitive hub for Treasure Valley remodeling costs.
Numbers below are planning ranges from design-build consultations, not advertisements. Your home, layout, and finish level will move you within or beyond these bands.
Use our project estimator for a rough range, then request an in-home visit for written scope.
When cost per square foot helps—and when it misleads
$/SF is useful for whole-home and addition planning after preliminary design. It misleads when comparing a kitchen to a carpet refresh.
Sample planning bands
See table in our main cost guide.
| Context | $/SF (indicative) |
|---|---|
| Whole-home major remodel | $100 – $200+ |
| Addition new construction portion | $200 – $350+ |
| Mid kitchen (room SF only) | $250 – $450+ |
Boise market factors in 2026
Labor demand, material lead times, and insurance rebuild costs influence $/SF. Localize numbers—national blogs understate Idaho plumbing and electrical rates.
More planning resources
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