Is $5,500 to convert a loft to a bedroom a fair price?
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I am converting a loft to a bedroom. The contractor is asking for an additional $2,000 to handle blueprints, permits, and inspections, or suggesting I obtain a homeowner's permit myself for approximately $500.
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Basic conversion of a loft space into a bedroom without contractor-managed permitting. - Drywall installation - Door installation - Electrical work
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Other
Price
$5,500
Quote Date
April 8, 2026
Location
Colorado
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