Hey everyone! We're in the process of buying a house in central Florida, and we just got the inspection report back. It looks like there are several repairs we need to tackle, and we're really short on time to get accurate quotes from professionals. Could anyone share their experiences or costs for similar work? Here's a breakdown of what we need to address:
- The plumbing has original copper pipes that are 48 years old, and we were advised to re-plumb the entire house.
- Our electrical panel is a 150 AMP Federal Pacific, which the inspector recommended replacing due to fire risks.
- The duct work in the attic needs an overhaul, but the attic is closed off.
- Lastly, our backyard needs regrading, as the inspector suggested this to prevent water pooling around the house.
We're looking for ballpark figures for each of these projects. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
3 Answers
Congrats on your new place! I've been helping homeowners gather quotes lately, and based on what I’ve seen:
- Re-plumbing with PEX could run you about $6k-$10k,
- A new electrical panel might cost between $2k-$3k,
- Ductwork prices typically range from $4k-$7k,
- For regrading, I’d estimate around $2k-$5k, especially factoring in any drainage work you might need.
A few photos of your setup would help fine-tune those estimates!
Replacing that panel is crucial, especially with insurance concerns—it could affect your coverage. I had my panel replaced with another 150 amp setup, and it cost about $6k total. You might not need a full upgrade to 200 amps unless your appliances really demand it. As for plumbing, if it’s in decent shape, you may want to just keep an eye on it unless issues come up, since replacing everything could really add up. Ductwork costs can vary widely based on access, but you’re looking at $4k-$7k depending on the complexity. Grading could run you between $3k-$5k based on your yard size.
Great insights! We'll definitely keep an eye on the plumbing for now.
Hey there! I recently had a few repairs done in the Tampa Bay area that might give you a good idea. For a service upgrade to 200+ amps, quotes were running between $8k-$12k in my area because they require some additional work. I got my sewer line replaced (about 75ft) for around $6k. For re-plumbing with copper, a smaller house I looked at had estimates around $4k-$5k, but once you start tearing things up, costs can skyrocket, especially on a slab foundation. As for the ductwork, it shouldn't be too pricey if there's good access. And for grading the backyard, if you're just moving dirt around, maybe around $1-2k unless you get fancy with drains or landscaping.
Thanks for sharing those numbers! It's super helpful!
I appreciate this info! The electrical inspection went fine, but we want to play it safe given the brand's history.