Exterior home costs supply checklist
Use this checklist to compare common supply categories before reviewing exterior home costs bids. Product links are for planning and price-checking; contractor quotes should still state exactly what materials and parts are included.
Supplies to price-check by project
Roof replacement
Check whether each bid includes the parts, materials, tools, cleanup items, and safety supplies needed for this scope.
- Roof underlayment and ice barriers
- Drip edges and roof flashing
- Roofing nails and fasteners
- Roofing harnesses and safety gear
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Roof repair
Check whether each bid includes the parts, materials, tools, cleanup items, and safety supplies needed for this scope.
- Roof patch and leak repair supplies
- Shingle repair tools
- Roof sealants and tapes
- Roof inspection safety gear
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Metal roof
Check whether each bid includes the parts, materials, tools, cleanup items, and safety supplies needed for this scope.
- Metal roof fasteners and screws
- Metal roof sealants and tapes
- Metal roofing snips and tools
- Metal roof flashing supplies
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Window replacement
Check whether each bid includes the parts, materials, tools, cleanup items, and safety supplies needed for this scope.
- Window flashing tapes
- Low-expansion window foams
- Window caulk and sealants
- Shims and installation tools
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Gutter installation
Check whether each bid includes the parts, materials, tools, cleanup items, and safety supplies needed for this scope.
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Siding replacement
Check whether each bid includes the parts, materials, tools, cleanup items, and safety supplies needed for this scope.
- Siding repair tools
- Exterior caulk and sealants
- House wrap and flashing tape
- Trim and fastening supplies
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Exterior painting
Check whether each bid includes the parts, materials, tools, cleanup items, and safety supplies needed for this scope.
- Paint rollers and brushes
- Painter tape and masking supplies
- Paint sprayers and prep tools
- Drop cloths and surface protection
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Garage door replacement
Check whether each bid includes the parts, materials, tools, cleanup items, and safety supplies needed for this scope.
- Garage door rollers and hinges
- Garage door opener accessories
- Weather seals and thresholds
- Garage door maintenance supplies
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Garage door repair
Check whether each bid includes the parts, materials, tools, cleanup items, and safety supplies needed for this scope.
- Garage door rollers and hinges
- Garage door opener accessories
- Weather seals and thresholds
- Garage door maintenance supplies
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How to use this checklist
- Compare included materials. Ask each contractor which supplies are included, which are allowances, and which are excluded.
- Separate homeowner purchases from contractor scope. Small supplies can be useful for planning, but project labor, warranties, permits, and code work should stay in the bid.
- Use the worksheet before choosing a bid. Open a quote comparison worksheet when the same item appears in one bid but not another.