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What home repairs cost in New York City
Typical prices for ten of the most common repairs in the five boroughs, from a builder with more than 20 years in New York construction. Use them to judge a quote before you say yes.
| Repair | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Water heater replacement | $1,800 to $3,500 |
| Boiler repair (no heat) | $250 to $900 |
| Boiler replacement | $6,500 to $12,000 |
| Toilet replacement | $400 to $900 |
| Clogged drain | $175 to $450 |
| Leaky faucet repair | $200 to $500 |
| Outlet or GFCI replacement | $175 to $350 |
| Breaker keeps tripping | $250 to $500 |
| Ceiling or wall patch | $350 to $900 |
| Roof leak repair | $450 to $1,500 |
Check a quote you already have
About these numbers. They are Level estimates for October 2026, based on typical New York City rates for licensed, insured pros. They are not quotes. Your price depends on your home and is confirmed by the pro on site. As finished Level jobs and verified receipts come in, these pages will show what people actually paid.
How to use these prices
- A quote inside the range is normal. Ask what's included and move on.
- A quote well below the range usually leaves something out, such as the permit, the haul-away or the part itself.
- A quote well above the range deserves one question: what makes my job different? Sometimes there's a good answer.