Corrections Policy
Cost information changes. Calculations can fail. Wording can give the wrong impression.
We want readers to be able to report a problem and understand exactly what RemodelingExpense does next.
We review reports about incorrect facts, calculator results, broken references, outdated requirements, unclear project scope, and missing disclosures. A specific report with a source or example is the fastest way to help us check a page.
Before you send it
What to Include in a Report
The more specific the report, the faster we can check it.
- The page URL: Tell us exactly where you found the issue.
- The statement, table, or result: If it involves a calculator, include the inputs you selected.
- Why it appears wrong: Include a source, document, contractor quote, or firsthand project detail when available.
What Happens After You Contact Us
Every report follows the same basic path.
Reproduce
We Locate the Issue
We find the statement or recreate the calculator result using the inputs supplied in the report.
Verify
We Check the Information
We review the calculation, source, publication date, project scope, and any relevant authoritative guidance.
Correct
We Make the Necessary Change
We decide whether the page is correct, needs clearer wording, needs an update, or contains an error. When a problem is confirmed, we revise the page and check related content or formulas.
Document
We Note Important Corrections
If the previous information could have affected a homeowner’s budget or decision, we add a visible correction note.
Three Types of Changes
Minor edit
Spelling, grammar, formatting, or clearer wording that does not change the meaning. We make these edits without adding a correction note.
Routine update
New price inputs, updated references, or current-year information. We update the review date and may summarize larger changes.
Important correction
A wrong number, formula, fact, scope statement, or disclosure that could affect a reader’s decision. We fix the issue and add a visible note.
What an Important Correction Note Includes
- The date of the correction
- A concise explanation of what was wrong or unclear
- A description of what changed in the current version
- Acknowledgment of the reader or source when appropriate and permitted
When a Contractor Quote Differs From Our Range
A contractor quote that falls outside one of our published ranges does not automatically mean the guide or the quote is wrong. Real projects vary according to property condition, access, materials, labor market, permits, schedule, contractor overhead, and final scope.
When reviewing a pricing concern, we look for a comparable scope and enough detail to understand why the figures differ.
Help Us Keep the Site Accurate
Specific feedback helps us check the problem and improve the information for everyone who uses the site.
Last Updated: 7/14/26
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