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Most major construction projects in Riverside run between $90,000 and $220,000 in 2026, with that range covering everything from a full ADU build to a whole-home remodel. A home addition tends to land between $45,000 and $130,000, while single-room projects like a bathroom remodel come in far lower, from $9,000 to $28,000. The final number depends on scope, materials, and how much of Riverside’s older housing stock needs to be brought up to current code along the way.
We’re Mason Remodeling, and we’ve been building in Southern California since 2004 as part of the Threshold Group family of home-service companies. Every project we take on starts with a written price before any work begins. No verbal estimates that grow on the final bill. Call us at (803) 680-2547 and a live person picks up, day or night.
Construction Cost Breakdown (2026)
Here’s what Riverside homeowners should expect to pay across the project types we handle most often. These are real ranges for this market, not national averages pulled from a database.
| Project | Typical Riverside Range |
|---|---|
| ADU Construction | $90,000 – $220,000 |
| Home Addition | $45,000 – $130,000 |
| Garage Conversion | $30,000 – $80,000 |
| Kitchen Remodel | $14,000 – $45,000 |
| Small Kitchen Remodel | $9,000 – $20,000 |
| Bathroom Remodel | $9,000 – $28,000 |
| Small Bathroom Remodel | $5,000 – $12,000 |
| Walk-In Shower Installation | $4,500 – $12,000 |
| Tub-to-Shower Conversion | $3,500 – $10,000 |
| Shower Replacement | $3,000 – $8,500 |
| Cabinet Installation | $4,000 – $13,000 |
| Countertop Installation | $2,000 – $6,500 |
| Backsplash Installation | $800 – $2,500 |
| Kitchen Island Installation | $3,000 – $10,000 |
| Bathroom Vanity Installation | $800 – $3,000 |
| Roof Replacement | $8,000 – $20,000 |
| Roof Repair | $400 – $1,800 |
| Metal Roof Installation | $15,000 – $40,000 |
| Tile Roof Repair | $600 – $2,500 |
| Window Replacement | $4,500 – $15,000 |
| Impact Window Installation | $8,000 – $25,000 |
| Paver Driveway Installation | $7,000 – $18,000 |
| Concrete Driveway Installation | $4,500 – $12,000 |
| Asphalt Driveway Paving | $3,500 – $9,000 |
| Driveway Replacement | $5,000 – $14,000 |
| Driveway Sealing | $250 – $700 |
| Paver Patio Installation | $3,500 – $11,000 |
| Vinyl Fence Installation | $3,500 – $9,000 |
| Aluminum Fence Installation | $4,000 – $10,000 |
What pushes a project toward the top of its range? Two things show up again and again in Riverside: older infrastructure hiding behind finished walls, and material choices. A kitchen remodel in a 1950s home near the Wood Streets often turns up galvanized plumbing that needs replacing before we can even hang cabinets. On the material side, upgrading from a stock cabinet line to something like KraftMaid or Wellborn moves the cabinet installation number up, and choosing Cambria quartz instead of a builder-grade surface does the same for countertops. Those aren’t upsells for their own sake. They’re the difference between a kitchen that looks good on day one and one that still looks good in year fifteen.
The opposite is also true. Keeping the existing layout, refinishing rather than replacing, and staying with standard dimensions all pull costs down. We walk through every one of those trade-offs with you before a written price is delivered. You’ll know what you’re getting and what it costs before a single tool is unpacked.
What Affects Construction Pricing in Riverside
Riverside isn’t a generic construction market. Several local factors move the numbers in ways homeowners don’t always expect.
- Housing age and hidden conditions. A large share of Riverside’s housing stock was built between the 1940s and 1970s. Open a wall in a home near downtown Riverside and you may find knob-and-tube wiring, cast iron drain lines, or asbestos-containing materials that require licensed abatement before work continues. Any of those can add thousands to a project.
- Permit requirements and city review timelines. The City of Riverside requires permits for structural work, additions, ADUs, and most electrical and plumbing changes. Plan check timelines vary by project complexity, and an ADU or addition typically goes through a longer review than a bathroom remodel. We handle the permit process for you and build those timelines into the schedule.
- Inland Empire climate and soil. Riverside’s hot, dry summers and occasional winter rains are hard on exterior materials. Roofing, driveways, and patios take more punishment here than on the coast. That’s part of why we work with GAF, CertainTeed, and Owens Corning roofing products and Belgard, Unilock, and Techo-Bloc hardscape materials – they hold up to the temperature swings.
- Material selection. This is the biggest lever most homeowners control. Cabinet line, countertop material, fixture brand (Kohler, Moen, Toto, Grohe), and flooring all move the total. A mid-range kitchen and a high-end kitchen in the same footprint can differ by $20,000 or more.
- Scope and layout changes. Moving a wall, relocating plumbing, or changing a floor plan adds labor, engineering, and often a structural review. A cosmetic refresh of a kitchen costs a fraction of a full layout change.
- Site access and logistics. Narrow driveways, hillside lots in areas like Canyon Crest, and limited staging space slow down deliveries and add labor hours. We assess access during the estimate so it’s reflected in the written price, not tacked on later.
It’s also worth knowing who’s coming to your door. Every Mason Remodeling crew member is background-checked and identity-verified under The Threshold Standard, our named process for crew verification. You receive your technician’s name and photo before the visit, and they show a photo ID badge on arrival. If you’re often home alone, or you have young kids, that matters as much as the price.
And the price itself is never a guess. We started Mason Remodeling in 2004 with a simple rule: a written price before any work begins. That rule hasn’t changed. It’s not a promotion and it’s never waived. Isaac Pruett, who leads our team, built that standard into how we operate from day one, and it’s the reason homeowners in Riverside keep coming back to us for their next project.
How to Save on Construction
Saving money on construction isn’t about finding the cheapest bid. Low bids usually mean change orders, and change orders usually mean you pay more in the end. Here’s what actually works.
- Get a written price before work starts. Every legitimate contractor should provide one. If you’re getting verbal estimates, you’re getting guesses. Ask for the number in writing, with line items, before you commit.
- Keep the layout. Moving plumbing or relocating a load-bearing wall adds cost fast. If your kitchen or bathroom layout works, keep it. You’ll save thousands.
- Bundle projects. Doing a kitchen and bathroom at the same time, or a roof replacement alongside a window upgrade, spreads fixed costs like permits, mobilization, and supervision across more work. It’s one of the easiest ways to reduce per-project cost.
- Choose materials deliberately. You don’t need the top of every line. A mid-range cabinet paired with a high-end countertop often looks better than the reverse, and it costs less. We help you match materials to budget during the estimate.
- Plan for the unexpected. In Riverside’s older homes, budget a contingency of 10-15% for hidden conditions. If it’s not needed, you keep it. If it is, you’re not scrambling.
- Ask about the guarantee up front. Ours is a written 365-Day Done Right Promise. If the work isn’t right within 365 days of the completion date, we make it right at no cost to you. That’s coverage stated in plain terms, not a vague “backed by our guarantee” line.
We offer free estimates on every project. Call (803) 680-2547 and we’ll walk through your project, give you a written price, and answer every question before you decide. A live person answers around the clock, every day of the year, including weekends and holidays.
FAQs About Construction Cost in Riverside
How much does a kitchen remodel cost in Riverside?
A kitchen remodel in Riverside typically costs between $14,000 and $45,000, with small kitchen remodels running $9,000 to $20,000. Cabinet installation alone is $4,000 to $13,000, countertops $2,000 to $6,500, and a backsplash $800 to $2,500. Call (803) 680-2547 for a free written estimate on your kitchen.
How much does a bathroom remodel cost in Riverside?
A full bathroom remodel in Riverside costs $9,000 to $28,000. Small bathroom remodels run $5,000 to $12,000, a walk-in shower installation is $4,500 to $12,000, and a tub-to-shower conversion is $3,500 to $10,000. Call (803) 680-2547 for an exact quote, free of charge.
How much does an ADU cost to build in Riverside?
ADU construction in Riverside runs $90,000 to $220,000. The range depends on size, whether it’s attached or detached, and the level of finish. Garage conversions, a common ADU path, cost $30,000 to $80,000. Call (803) 680-2547 and we’ll give you a written price for your specific lot and plan.
Is it cheaper to remodel or to build an addition?
A remodel is almost always cheaper than adding square footage. A kitchen remodel at $14,000 to $45,000 costs far less than a home addition at $45,000 to $130,000. The exception is when you need the space. If you do, an addition or ADU adds usable square footage and resale value. Call (803) 680-2547 to talk through which makes sense for your home.
Can you give me a price before work starts in Riverside?
Yes. A written price before any work begins is standard on every Mason Remodeling project. It’s not an upgrade or a favor. We never work from a verbal estimate. Call (803) 680-2547 and we’ll schedule a free estimate and deliver your price in writing before a single tool is unpacked.
Why Homeowners Choose Mason Remodeling
We’ve been building since 2004, and we’ve learned that most homeowners aren’t looking for the lowest bid. They’re looking for someone who shows up when they say they will, tells them the price up front, and stands behind the work. That’s the whole model.
- Written price before work starts. On every project, every time. No surprise invoices.
- 365-Day Done Right Promise. If the work isn’t right within a year of completion, we make it right at no cost.
- Verified crews. Background-checked, uniformed technicians under The Threshold Standard. You receive their name and photo before the visit and see a photo ID badge at the door.
- Live person, around the clock. No call trees, no voicemail loops, no waiting until Monday.
- Specification-grade materials. KraftMaid, Wellborn, Cambria, Silestone, Caesarstone, Kohler, Moen, Toto, Grohe, GAF, CertainTeed, Owens Corning, Belgard, Unilock, and Techo-Bloc, all through one vetted source.
- Free return visit if something fails. No charge, no dispute process, no conditions.
Whether your project is a single bathroom or a full home overhaul, the process starts the same way. You call, we listen, we schedule, and you get a written price before anything gets touched.
Ready to get started? Call (803) 680-2547 for a free estimate. We’ll give you a clear range, a written price, and a team you can recognize at the door.
Written by Isaac Pruett, Owner at Mason Remodeling, serving Riverside since 2004.
Pricing reflects the Riverside market as of 2026. Mason Remodeling offers free estimates – call (803) 680-2547.
What Our Customers Say
"Very respectful in the house. Shoe covers every day and a cleanup every evening."
- Alma V."Opened up the wall between kitchen and dining room. They handled the beam and permit and the floor transitions look seamless."
- Wendy A."Kitchen remodel with new cabinets, quartz counters, and a tile backsplash. Crew had ID and were background checked. Kept the work area clean and sealed off dust from the rest of the house."
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