Construction
Renovation Budget Tracker
Set a renovation budget by room and category, then track actual spend so the project doesn't run away from you.
- Delivery
- Instant download
- Purchase
- One-time payment
- Format
- Google Sheets
- Excel
- Updated
- August 2026
Total budget
$38,000
Contingency remaining
$2,850
- Kitchen$24,000
- Bathroom$9,500
Sample data preview of the Renovation Budget Tracker spreadsheet, shown for illustration only.
What this spreadsheet does
Renovation costs come in waves from different contractors and stores, and without a running total it's easy to overspend before the project is done.
What you can do with it
- Set a renovation budget before work begins
- Track spend by room as the project moves forward
- Keep a contingency fund from being spent too early
What's included
Sheet tabs
- Budget by Room
- Payment Log
- Summary
Features
- Budget by room and category
- Estimated vs. actual cost tracking
- Contractor and vendor payment log
- Contingency fund tracking
How it works
- 1Set your total budget and a contingency percentage
- 2Add costs by room as they're incurred
- 3Check the Summary tab to see remaining budget
Who it's for
Homeowners and small contractors managing a renovation budget.
These spreadsheets are cost and planning tools. They do not provide structural engineering, permit or code-compliance approval.
Frequently asked questions
Does it include a contingency fund?
Yes, you can set a contingency percentage that's tracked separately from the main room budgets.
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