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
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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 »

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
See costs in your area
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
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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 »

Costco Laminate Floor Prices, Options, Reviews (2024 Guide)

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

Laminate flooring is a favorite solution for many homeowners, and Costco offers plenty of options for this faux wood floor type. If you’re trying to find the ideal laminate flooring variant at Costco, learning all about the store’s offers will be the optimal way to go. Calculating how much laminate… Read more »