Living room renovation in Boise.

A mid range living room renovation in Boise typically runs $15,000 to $40,000 all in. Costs vary 15 to 30 percent based on finish tier, scope, and layout complexity.

Plan for 3 to 8 weeks on site for a mid range living room renovation. Add 2 to 4 weeks upfront for design, permits, and material ordering. Rushed timelines hurt quality.

Wall removal (if structural, engineer sign off required), electrical rework, drywall, ceiling refinish, hardwood or LVP flooring, fireplace surround refresh, and window replacement (optional).

The three highest return upgrades are open concept wall removal with lvl beam, wide plank hardwood or engineered flooring, fireplace surround refresh in tile, stone, or panelled wood. In Boise specifically, pacific northwest and california migration keeps kitchen and whole home renovation demand strong across the north end, east end, and hyde park. bungalow and ranch updates dominate; foothills adjacent builds run to the luxury tier.

Load bearing walls require an engineer stamp plus a permit before removal. Engineer plus permit fees run 800 to 2,500 dollars and add 1 to 3 weeks to the schedule.

Idaho requires state contractor registration through the Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses. Public works and larger commercial work carry additional licensing, and electrical, plumbing, and HVAC require separate state trade licences.