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Home job costs in California
California home jobs cost about 10% more than the US average across the 75 jobs below. A new roof is $7,600 to $15,300. Each range is built from the average pay for the trade in California (BLS, May 2025) and the local price of goods (BEA, 2024).
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Big jobs in California cities
| Area | Asphalt shingle roof replacement | Water heater replacement | Furnace replacement | Central AC installation | Interior room painting | Standard house cleaning | Small tree removal | Handyman hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | $7,600 to $15,300 | $970 to $2,475 | $4,100 to $8,700 | $5,500 to $13,500 | $360 to $1,225 | $130 to $300 | $200 to $650 | $80 to $130 |
| Riverside | $7,200 to $14,700 | $910 to $2,350 | $3,850 to $8,300 | $5,200 to $12,800 | $340 to $1,175 | $130 to $290 | $230 to $720 | $80 to $130 |
| San Francisco | $8,100 to $16,400 | $1,000 to $2,575 | $4,325 to $9,200 | $5,800 to $14,200 | $420 to $1,350 | $160 to $330 | $260 to $760 | $95 to $150 |
| San Diego | $7,500 to $15,400 | $970 to $2,475 | $4,150 to $8,800 | $5,500 to $13,600 | $360 to $1,225 | $140 to $290 | $230 to $690 | $80 to $130 |
| Sacramento | $7,600 to $15,300 | $940 to $2,425 | $4,025 to $8,600 | $5,400 to $13,200 | $380 to $1,250 | $130 to $300 | $200 to $650 | $80 to $130 |
| San Jose | $8,000 to $16,600 | $1,050 to $2,700 | $4,275 to $9,300 | $5,700 to $14,200 | $400 to $1,325 | $180 to $360 | $240 to $720 | $95 to $150 |
| Fresno | $7,400 to $14,900 | $940 to $2,425 | $3,975 to $8,500 | $5,300 to $13,100 | $340 to $1,175 | $120 to $270 | $200 to $650 | $75 to $120 |
| Bakersfield | $7,200 to $14,600 | $940 to $2,425 | $4,025 to $8,500 | $5,400 to $13,100 | $380 to $1,250 | $120 to $270 | $200 to $630 | $80 to $130 |
| Oxnard | $7,400 to $15,300 | $940 to $2,425 | $4,025 to $8,600 | $5,400 to $13,200 | $360 to $1,175 | $130 to $290 | $220 to $670 | $80 to $130 |
| Stockton | $7,400 to $14,900 | $930 to $2,400 | $4,075 to $8,700 | $5,400 to $13,400 | $340 to $1,125 | $130 to $290 | $170 to $580 | $85 to $140 |
| All of California | $7,600 to $15,300 | $970 to $2,475 | $4,100 to $8,700 | $5,500 to $13,400 | $380 to $1,250 | $130 to $300 | $220 to $670 | $85 to $130 |
Junk removal
| Job | California | US average |
|---|---|---|
| Junk removal by the truckload | $180 to $470 | $180 to $450 |
| Single item or small pickup | $100 to $130 | $100 to $130 |
| Couch or sofa removal | $75 to $120 | $75 to $120 |
| Mattress and box spring removal | $55 to $90 | $55 to $90 |
| Hot tub removal | $570 to $570 | $545 to $545 |
| Garage, basement or estate cleanout | $280 to $470 | $270 to $450 |
Heating and cooling
| Job | California | US average |
|---|---|---|
| Furnace replacement (gas) | $4,100 to $8,700 | $3,775 to $8,000 |
| Central AC installation | $5,500 to $13,400 | $5,000 to $12,400 |
| Heat pump installation (ducted) | $6,400 to $15,200 | $5,900 to $14,100 |
| Furnace repair | $150 to $600 | $130 to $560 |
| AC repair or refrigerant recharge | $170 to $860 | $150 to $800 |
| Ductless mini-split installation (single zone) | $2,150 to $6,600 | $1,975 to $6,100 |
Plumbing
| Job | California | US average |
|---|---|---|
| Water heater replacement (40-50 gal tank) | $970 to $2,475 | $900 to $2,325 |
| Tankless water heater installation | $1,950 to $4,825 | $1,800 to $4,500 |
| Drain clearing (sink, tub or main line) | $180 to $600 | $160 to $560 |
| Sump pump installation | $890 to $2,375 | $800 to $2,225 |
| Faucet or toilet replacement | $230 to $880 | $200 to $820 |
Electrical
| Job | California | US average |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical panel upgrade (200 amp) | $2,625 to $6,600 | $2,400 to $6,000 |
| Add or replace outlet / GFCI | $150 to $400 | $130 to $360 |
| EV charger installation (Level 2) | $890 to $3,000 | $820 to $2,725 |
| Ceiling fan or light fixture installation | $130 to $670 | $120 to $590 |
Roofing
| Job | California | US average |
|---|---|---|
| Asphalt shingle roof replacement (1,500 sq ft) | $7,600 to $15,300 | $7,000 to $14,000 |
| Roof leak repair | $430 to $1,775 | $380 to $1,625 |
| Roof flashing repair or replacement | $210 to $1,275 | $190 to $1,175 |
| Skylight or roof vent replacement | $270 to $870 | $240 to $810 |
Gutters
| Job | California | US average |
|---|---|---|
| Seamless gutter installation (150 ft) | $1,725 to $3,350 | $1,500 to $3,025 |
| Gutter cleaning | $120 to $290 | $110 to $270 |
| Gutter guard installation | $610 to $2,725 | $540 to $2,475 |
Siding
| Job | California | US average |
|---|---|---|
| Vinyl siding replacement (1,500 sq ft of wall) | $9,200 to $16,800 | $7,900 to $15,000 |
| Fiber cement siding install (1,500 sq ft of wall) | $9,300 to $23,600 | $8,000 to $21,100 |
| Siding repair (section) | $230 to $1,150 | $190 to $1,050 |
Windows
| Job | California | US average |
|---|---|---|
| Window replacement (per double-hung window) | $440 to $1,200 | $390 to $1,100 |
| Window replacement (10 windows) | $4,350 to $13,100 | $3,950 to $12,100 |
| Window glass or seal repair | $160 to $690 | $140 to $640 |
Painting
| Job | California | US average |
|---|---|---|
| Interior room painting (12x12 room) | $380 to $1,250 | $340 to $1,125 |
| Exterior house painting (2-story, ~2,000 sq ft) | $3,350 to $9,100 | $2,975 to $8,000 |
| Kitchen cabinet painting | $1,675 to $5,200 | $1,475 to $4,525 |
Flooring
| Job | California | US average |
|---|---|---|
| Hardwood floor refinishing (400 sq ft) | $1,375 to $3,350 | $1,175 to $3,025 |
| Luxury vinyl plank install (500 sq ft) | $2,050 to $5,200 | $1,850 to $4,725 |
| Tile floor install (100 sq ft bathroom) | $1,150 to $3,900 | $1,000 to $3,500 |
Appliance repair
| Job | California | US average |
|---|---|---|
| Washing machine repair | $110 to $420 | $110 to $400 |
| Dryer repair | $100 to $370 | $95 to $350 |
| Refrigerator repair | $180 to $780 | $170 to $740 |
| Dishwasher repair | $150 to $350 | $140 to $330 |
Pest control
| Job | California | US average |
|---|---|---|
| Mouse treatment and exclusion | $160 to $650 | $150 to $630 |
| Ant treatment (carpenter or pavement ants) | $85 to $430 | $80 to $420 |
| Bed bug treatment | $850 to $3,175 | $790 to $3,000 |
| Annual pest control plan | $370 to $1,275 | $350 to $1,225 |
Tree removal
| Job | California | US average |
|---|---|---|
| Small tree removal (under 30 ft) | $220 to $670 | $190 to $600 |
| Large tree removal (50+ ft, difficult access) | $960 to $4,025 | $840 to $3,575 |
| Stump grinding | $140 to $470 | $120 to $420 |
Landscaping
| Job | California | US average |
|---|---|---|
| Spring yard cleanup | $100 to $430 | $95 to $410 |
| Mulch delivery and spreading (5 cubic yards) | $300 to $900 | $280 to $860 |
| Lawn mowing service (monthly, 4 visits) | $100 to $270 | $95 to $260 |
Moving
| Job | California | US average |
|---|---|---|
| Local move, 2-bedroom (2 movers, 4 hours) | $540 to $1,325 | $540 to $1,250 |
| Moving crew hourly rate (3 movers and a truck) | $160 to $270 | $160 to $250 |
Cleaning
| Job | California | US average |
|---|---|---|
| Standard house cleaning (2-bedroom) | $130 to $300 | $110 to $260 |
| Deep cleaning (2-bedroom) | $150 to $350 | $120 to $300 |
| Move-out cleaning (2-bedroom) | $180 to $540 | $150 to $460 |
Handyman
| Job | California | US average |
|---|---|---|
| Handyman hourly rate | $85 to $130 | $75 to $120 |
| TV wall mounting | $85 to $360 | $75 to $330 |
| Interior door hanging | $170 to $500 | $150 to $450 |
Locksmith
| Job | California | US average |
|---|---|---|
| Home lockout service | $80 to $240 | $75 to $220 |
| Rekey door locks (per lock) | $50 to $160 | $45 to $150 |
| Deadbolt installation | $95 to $330 | $80 to $300 |
Garage doors
| Job | California | US average |
|---|---|---|
| Garage door spring replacement | $180 to $460 | $160 to $420 |
| Garage door opener installation | $270 to $670 | $240 to $610 |
| Garage door replacement (16x7 double door) | $1,350 to $5,100 | $1,200 to $4,700 |
Chimney
| Job | California | US average |
|---|---|---|
| Chimney sweep and inspection | $140 to $450 | $130 to $400 |
| Chimney cap installation | $150 to $650 | $140 to $610 |
| Chimney repointing and brick repair | $600 to $2,850 | $490 to $2,525 |
Septic and Title 5
| Job | California | US average |
|---|---|---|
| Septic inspection (home sale or purchase) | $330 to $760 | $290 to $700 |
| Septic tank pump-out | $300 to $650 | $280 to $620 |
| Septic system repair (baffle, pipe, D-box) | $280 to $1,350 | $260 to $1,250 |
| Septic system replacement (full) | $4,275 to $16,000 | $4,000 to $15,100 |
Typical range, estimate. Prices updated October 2026. How the ranges are built. Not a contractor, estimates only.