Free budget template + calculator

Renovation budget spreadsheet

Plan your renovation budget the smart way: get a sensible spend range with the free calculator, grab the free budget worksheet, or run the whole project in Renovation Planner Pro.

Get the free worksheet See Planner Pro

Free worksheet · no card required · Excel + Google Sheets.

Currency

Your home's value

Planned spend (optional — checks for over-improving)

Sensible renovation budget

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Enter your home value to see a range.

Conservative (5%)

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Ambitious (15%)

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Rule of thumb: kitchens can justify up to ~15% of home value, bathrooms ~5–10%. Avoid spending more than your local market supports.

Free download

Get the free Renovation Budget Worksheet

Budget planner, quote tracker, ROI comparison sheet, contingency allowance and a printable renovation checklist — emailed to you instantly.

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Start with a sensible budget

Not sure how much to spend? The budget calculator below gives a sensible range based on your home’s value and the scale of work — a reality check before you start collecting quotes.

Who it's for

First-time renovators

See a realistic budget range before you commit.

Quote comparison

Track contractor quotes and line-item costs in one place.

Staying on budget

Plan vs. actual with a built-in contingency so nothing surprises you.

Frequently asked questions

Is the renovation budget spreadsheet free?

Yes — the budget worksheet is free to download, no card required. It includes a budget planner, quote tracker, ROI comparison sheet and a printable checklist.

What’s the difference between the free worksheet and Planner Pro?

The free worksheet covers the essentials. Renovation Planner Pro is the complete workbook — budget vs. actual, change orders, payment tracking and built-in ROI — for people running a full project.

Does it work in Excel and Google Sheets?

Yes — both the free worksheet and Planner Pro work in Excel and Google Sheets.

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Estimates are for planning purposes only. Actual costs, resale value and ROI may vary by market, property condition, project scope, contractor pricing and timing. This is general information, not financial, investment, construction, legal or tax advice.