What Things Cost in Raleigh
Real cost ranges for construction and home improvement in Raleigh, calibrated to North Carolina labor and material markets. Know the number before you call anyone.
Raleigh Market Rates
Raleigh tracks close to national averages. Estimates here are reliable baselines — no significant regional markup to account for.
Material Costs
0.98×
2% below avg
-2% vs national
Labor Rates
1.02×
2% above avg
+2% vs national
Overall Factor
1.00×
At average
Raleigh Cost Intelligence
Ranges priced to Raleigh, NC — not national averages pulled from a spreadsheet.
3 Layer Torch Down Roof
$4 – $14
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Aluminum Decking
$4 – $14
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Apply Gypsum Plaster
$6 – $7
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Assemble a Shed
$148 – $339
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Backfill Post Hole
$180 – $520
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Bathroom Flooring
$4 – $14
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Bedroom Door
$4 – $14
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Brick Paver
$4 – $14
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Caulk Perimeter Of Home
$2 – $5
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Most-Used in Raleigh
The trades Raleigh owners, investors, and project managers price most often.
Raleigh Market Factors
- Materials run 2% below the national average
- Crew labor runs 2% above the national average
- Combined cost multiplier: 1.00× — applied to every estimate on this page
- Permit timelines and inspection requirements specific to North Carolina
- Seasonal demand swings that move Raleigh pricing up or down
What You Get
- Cost ranges calibrated to Raleigh — not generic national figures
- 2026 pricing assumptions across materials and labor
- Separate labor and material line items, not a single blended number
- Add-on toggles for demo, disposal, and site prep
- Connect with 1,971 contractors in Raleigh
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