What a remodel involves
- Walk the space and agree the scope: what's changing, what's staying, and what you're picking out.
- Demolition: take out what's going and protect what isn't.
- Rough work: framing, blocking behind the walls for shelves and cabinets, and fixing whatever turns up once the walls are open.
- Finish work: drywall, trim, paint and flooring.
- Install: vanity, countertop, shelving and hardware.
- Final list and walk-through: go over the job together and finish anything left.
[PLACEHOLDER: does JL handle plumbing and electrical in-house, or bring in licensed plumbers and electricians?]
Remodels we've posted
- Bathroom vanity remodel. Old vanity out, new cabinet and top in.
- Built-in shelves. A full wall of shelving, framed square on the floor and then stood up and fixed in place.
- Double-height garage. A two-story garage built from the ground up.
What affects the cost of a remodel
| Scope | Replacing a vanity is a small job. Moving walls or plumbing is a much bigger one. |
|---|---|
| What's behind the walls | Rot, old leaks, or wiring that isn't up to code only show up once things are opened, and older houses tend to hide more. |
| Materials and fixtures | Cabinets, tops, tile and hardware range from basic to custom, and they're often the biggest line on the bill. |
| Plumbing and electrical changes | Keeping fixtures where they are costs far less than moving them. |
| Changes mid-job | Deciding on something different after work starts adds time and materials. |
| Whether you're living there | Working around people, pets or an open business takes more setup and cleanup each day. |
[PLACEHOLDER: typical price ranges, e.g. a vanity replacement, and a wall of built-in shelves].
How long a remodel takes
[PLACEHOLDER: typical timelines, e.g. a vanity swap, and a small bathroom remodel]. Any time a wall is opened, add a little room for what's found behind it.