Author Archives: Leo Bender

About Leo Bender

Leo has been a contractor since 2003, specializing in: roofing, siding, general contracting (GC) and residential remodeling. Leo is also a Certified HVAC, Oil & Gas Heating Technician/Installer. In addition to roofing and remodeling, Leo is passionate about Solar, green building and energy conservation, so a lot of my time and energy goes to installing energy efficient heating and cooling systems.

Pellet Stove Price Calculator

Typical Cost of a Remodeling Project
Low
$3,780
Average
$8,900
High
$14,300
See costs in your area
Pellet Stove Cost

Calculate the cost of installing a Wood Pellet Stove in your home, as well exhaust vent pipes (optional), fire proofing around your new stove, etc. Pellet stove prices include professional installation & materials for a new free standing or a fireplace insert pellet stove with pellets auto-feeder and a blower… Read more »

BTU Calculator – Estimate The Cost Of Heating Fuel (2024 Price Guide)

Typical Cost of a Remodeling Project
Low
$3,780
Average
$8,900
High
$14,300
See costs in your area

BTU Calculator will help you estimate the cost of heating BTUs for different fuels in terms of BTU/dollar (or simply how many BTUs $1 would buy), based on your local heating prices. You can calculate the cost of BTU’s for: natural gas, oil, propane, electricity, and even wood pellets/firewood. HINT:… Read more »

Pellet Stove Installation Cost, Options, Pros & Cons (2024 Guide)

Typical Cost of a Remodeling Project
Low
$3,780
Average
$8,900
High
$14,300
See costs in your area
Pellet Stove Installation

In recent years, pellet stoves have gained popularity as a reliable and efficient way to heat your house, when you don’t want to use gas, oil or wood for heating. Offering a sustainable way to heat your home, a pellet stove is known for its low emissions and high energy… Read more »

Home Depot Floor Tile Prices, Options, Pros & Cons (2024 Guide)

Typical Cost of a Remodeling Project
Low
$3,780
Average
$8,900
High
$14,300
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Floor Tile Home Depot

Home Depot offers a substantial line of tile flooring. You can find tiles made of ceramic, metal, glass, cement, and different other stone or clay materials. The prices are typically under $5-7 per square foot, but you can also find more high-end options and decorate your home with exclusive tile… Read more »

Roof Underlayment Prices, Options, Pros & Cons (2024 Guide)

Typical Cost of a Remodeling Project
Low
$3,780
Average
$8,900
High
$14,300
See costs in your area
Roofing Underlayment

While not visible, roof underlayment protects the roof’s structural integrity. It also creates a weatherproofing barrier as an extra layer of fortification. Installing a roof underlayment has a wide range of prices, from $1 to $6 per square foot. That’s because it all depends on the types of materials, installation… Read more »