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By Rob Mackle, Founder & Lead Cost Estimator · Updated July 19, 2026

New Home Construction Appliance Package — Better Mid-Range
New Home Construction

Appliance Package

Better: Mid-Range

A significant step up in design and technology, with smart-home connectivity, upgraded cooking performance, quieter operation, and a more refined kitchen look.

Modern new-construction kitchen with counter-depth French-door refrigerator, slide-in range, over-the-range microwave, dishwasher, island, white cabinets, and stainless steel finishes.

Package Includes

Refrigerator

Counter-Depth French-Door

Counter-depth French-door stainless steel refrigerator from the Better mid-range appliance package.
  • Spacious interior
  • Adjustable shelving
  • Twin cooling system or equivalent
  • Energy-efficient performance

Range

30-Inch Slide-In Convection Range

Thirty-inch stainless steel slide-in convection range from the Better mid-range appliance package.
  • Convection cooking
  • Air Fry mode or equivalent
  • 5+ cooking elements
  • Wi-Fi enabled options

Dishwasher

Whisper-Quiet Built-In

Whisper-quiet built-in stainless steel dishwasher from the Better mid-range appliance package.
  • 40 dBA or lower options
  • Multiple wash cycles
  • Smart sensor wash
  • Stainless steel interior

Microwave

Over-the-Range Convection

Over-the-range convection microwave from the Better mid-range appliance package.
  • Sensor cooking
  • 300 CFM venting
  • LED lighting
  • Wi-Fi connectivity options

Better Package at a Glance

Category Better Mid-Range Specification
Package TierBetter — Mid-Range
Brand ExamplesSamsung Bespoke, LG, or GE Profile appliance lines
Finish DirectionModern stainless steel with a more integrated, upgraded kitchen look
Core AppliancesCounter-depth French-door refrigerator, slide-in convection range, whisper-quiet built-in dishwasher, and over-the-range convection microwave
Technology UpgradeSmart connectivity, sensor cooking, quieter operation, and higher-performance cooking features where available
Best UseMove-up buyers, modern families, and homes where everyday performance, style, and convenience matter

Why This Package Works

Better Performance

Better cooking, better cooling, and better daily results.

Smarter Living

Connected features that help your kitchen work harder.

Quiet by Design

Lower-noise appliances for a calmer, more comfortable home.

Style That Fits

Seamless, modern, timeless stainless steel design.

Better performance. Smarter living. Quiet by design. Style that fits.

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Finish / material level
2,000 sq ft
440 sq ft
120 sq ft
Estimated construction range
$498,000 – $596,000
“Better” finish · national avg — enter zip / postal code to localize
Living · 2,000 sf$490,000
Garage · 440 sf (45% rate)$48,500
Covered porch · 120 sf (30% rate)$9,000
Garage + porch add $57,000 (12%) most quick estimates leave out.
Where the money goes
A free, grouped preview. Your full report breaks each of these into line items with labor + materials.
Foundation (all types & garage slab)$55,000
Framing rough shell$98,500
Dry-out shell$66,000
Mechanicals (electrical / plumbing / HVAC)$82,000
Finish shell$120,500
Cabinets & vanities$44,000
Everything else$82,000
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