Whole-home
What does it cost to fully upgrade a home in Boston, MA? (2026)
Boston · full-home upgrade
$35,050 – $87,650
Estimated total to modernize the major systems of a typical Boston home, localized to your area.
Few homeowners do everything at once — but if you're planning a full modernization in Boston, here's how the major projects add up. Each line is a localized 2026 estimate; click any project for the full breakdown.
| Project | Boston 2026 range |
|---|---|
| HVACFurnace Replacement | $4,650 – $8,350 |
| RoofingAsphalt Shingle Roof Replacement | $6,750 – $13,850 |
| Water HeatersTank Water Heater Replacement | $1,400 – $3,600 |
| WindowsVinyl Window Replacement | $5,650 – $16,750 |
| PaintingInterior House Painting | $4,350 – $13,000 |
| FlooringHardwood Flooring Installation | $6,450 – $16,100 |
| PlumbingWhole House Repipe | $4,050 – $9,100 |
| InsulationAttic Insulation | $1,750 – $6,900 |
| Complete home upgrade | $35,050 – $87,650 |
Totals sum one representative project per category, localized to Boston (cold climate) using local labor price levels and permit fees. Most homeowners phase these over years — use it for planning, not a quote.