Home Repair Costs in Portland
Permits in Portland
One- and two-family homes in Portland generally need a building permit for new homes, additions, decks over 30 inches high, and building, demolishing or moving any structure of more than 200 square feet. Electrical, mechanical and plumbing work usually needs separate trade permits even when no building permit is required.
Portland Permitting & Development
Minor work that often needs no building permit includes painting, storm windows, and replacing doors or windows when the openings are not widened or reduced in size. A patio or porch cover can skip a permit only if it is not over 200 square feet. Zoning rules still apply.
Estimated cost of common jobs
| Job | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Water Heater Replacement | $840 | $2,350 |
| Roof Replacement | $6,950 | $21,900 |
| AC Replacement | $3,800 | $9,150 |
| Furnace Replacement | $2,950 | $8,500 |
| Toilet Replacement | $270 | $1,150 |
| Electrical Panel Upgrade | $1,400 | $4,250 |
| Drain Cleaning | $140 | $600 |
| Garage Door Repair | $90 | $680 |
Hourly rates
| Trade | Median wage | Billed low | Billed high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $48.56 | $121 | $219 |
| Electrician | $50.53 | $126 | $227 |
| HVAC Technician | $31.38 | $78 | $141 |
| Handyman | $28.25 | $71 | $127 |
| Roofer | $29.43 | $74 | $132 |
| Carpenter | $35.44 | $89 | $159 |
| Painter | $25.62 | $64 | $115 |
General information, not professional advice. Conditions, codes and prices vary. Turn off power, gas or water before any work, and hire a licensed professional when in doubt. Cost figures are our estimates, not quotes.