Lexington, KY · 2026

Home improvement costs in Lexington, KY

Typical project prices in Lexington, localized from national baselines by the local labor-cost level (index 0.84, about 16 percent below the national average). NEU matches you with vetted local pros.

What projects cost in Lexington

ProjectTypical cost
Flooring
500 sq ft project
$4.4k
$2.3k to $6.5k
Walk-In Shower
tub to shower conversion
$14k
$11k to $18k
Replacement Windows
10 window job
$16k
$9.3k to $22k
Basement Waterproofing
full perimeter system
$19k
$14k to $23k
Basement Remodeling
full basement finish
$53k
$47k to $60k
Roofing
asphalt shingle reroof
$14k
$7.4k to $20k
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Siding
full house re side
$18k
$9.3k to $26k
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Gutters
full home replacement
$2.4k
$1.1k to $3.7k
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Each figure is a typical local project cost with the low to high range. Free to cite.

Lexington: the local picture

Census figures put the median Lexington home at about 43 years old, built around 1983. The market covers about 147,720 homes, and the median value sits near $272,100. Figures are U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates. NEU uses details like these to match Lexington homeowners with a home improvement contractor whose crews already know this kind of housing stock, not just whoever answers the phone first.

Lexington home improvement cost FAQ

Are these home improvement costs quotes?

No. They are typical planning ranges for Lexington, localized from national baselines by the local labor-cost level, not a quote for your specific project. Get a free quote through NEU for your exact price.

How is the Lexington cost index calculated?

We scale the labor share of a national baseline cost by how Lexington's average wage compares to the national average (index 0.84, using U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics QCEW data), so local labor tracks local wages while materials stay national.

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