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Whole-home renovation in Houston

When the kitchen, bathrooms, floors and systems all need work, doing them as one project costs less and finishes sooner than a string of separate jobs. We plan the whole house, sequence the trades and manage it to completion.

  • Kitchens, baths, floors and layouts in one plan
  • Electrical, plumbing and HVAC updates sequenced properly
  • One schedule and one point of contact
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Crew building an octagonal coffered ceiling during a renovation

What a whole-home renovation can cover

Layout changes

Opening the kitchen to the living areas, moving walls, reworking closets and laundry.

Kitchens and baths

New kitchen and bathrooms designed together so finishes and fixtures match.

Systems

Electrical panel and wiring updates, plumbing replacement, HVAC changes and insulation.

Floors, walls and ceilings

New flooring throughout, drywall and texture repair, trim, doors and paint.

Windows and exterior

Window and door replacement, siding repair and exterior paint where the plan includes it.

Additions

A bedroom suite, larger kitchen or second story built alongside the renovation.

Where to start with a whole-home remodel

Start with the things you cannot see. Foundation movement, roof leaks, old wiring and failing drain lines need to be found before the budget is spent on finishes. We look for them at the first walkthrough and price them separately so you can decide with the full picture.

Then decide what the house needs to do for you: more open space, another bathroom, a first-floor bedroom, a better kitchen. The plan follows from that, and so does the sequence of work.

Floodplain and substantial-improvement rules

In flood-prone parts of Greater Houston, a large renovation can trigger floodplain rules that require the house to meet current elevation standards. Whether that applies depends on the property’s flood zone and the size of the project relative to the building’s value. We check the floodplain status before design so it does not surprise you at permit time.

How much does a whole-home renovation cost?

Whole-home costs vary more than any other residential project because the scope does.

ProjectPublished cost
Average home renovation, HoustonHomeAdvisor cost guide, updated June 2026; covers projects from cosmetic refreshes to full renovations $45,400

Source: HomeAdvisor, “How Much Does a House Renovation Cost?” (updated 2026-06-19). An average across very different projects; use it as context, not a budget.

What moves the price

  • How many rooms change and whether walls move
  • Electrical, plumbing and HVAC replacement
  • Foundation, roof or drainage repairs found during planning
  • Kitchen and bathroom finish levels
  • Floodplain requirements on the property

We build the estimate room by room and system by system, so you can see where the money goes and decide what to phase.

Permits for a whole-house renovation

A renovation with structural, electrical, plumbing or mechanical work needs building permits, and in some neighborhoods HOA or deed-restriction approval as well. We coordinate the drawings, including engineering where walls or beams change, submit the permits and schedule inspections.

How we handle permits

How a whole-home renovation runs

  1. Walkthrough and inspection

    We look at structure, roof, systems and finishes, and agree goals and budget.

  2. Plan and estimate

    Drawings and a room-by-room estimate, with options to phase.

  3. Selections, engineering and permits

    Finish selections, any engineering, floodplain checks and permit submittals.

  4. Demolition and systems

    Demolition, framing, then new electrical, plumbing and HVAC, with inspections.

  5. Finishes

    Drywall, cabinets, tile, flooring, trim and paint, room by room.

  6. Walkthrough

    A final walkthrough of every room and the punch list.

Whole-home renovation: common questions

Still unsure? Ask us directly and we will answer in plain terms.

Is $100,000 enough to renovate a house?
For many Houston homes it covers a new kitchen, updated bathrooms, flooring and paint. Moving walls, replacing systems or fixing structural problems can take a full renovation well past that. A walkthrough is the only way to know.
Where do I start with a whole-home remodel?
With the condition of the structure, roof and systems, then your goals. Fix what threatens the house first, then plan the rooms.
Do I need permits for a whole-house renovation?
Yes, if the work includes structural, electrical, plumbing or mechanical changes, which most whole-home projects do. We handle the permits and inspections.
Can we live in the house during the renovation?
Sometimes, if the work can be phased so one bathroom and a kitchen area stay usable. Many families move out for the heaviest phase. We plan the phasing with you.
Can a renovation be phased over time?
Yes. We plan the whole house first so early phases do not have to be torn out later, then price the phases separately.
Remodeled kitchen with white flat-panel cabinets, a long island and a brass pendant
Kitchen remodeling Layouts, cabinets, counters, lighting and finishes.
Finished rear room addition with French doors, matched siding and roofline
Home additions Room additions, primary suites and second stories.
Project lead and crew member checking trench work on a new home site
Turnkey construction One team from planning and permits to the final walkthrough.

Planning a whole-home renovation?

Send a few details and we will follow up to schedule a site visit. You get a written, itemized estimate before any work starts.

  • Written, itemized estimate
  • Permits and approvals handled for you
  • One point of contact from start to finish
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