What we do

A whole-home renovation touches every room, every system, and often the structure itself. It’s the largest project we take on — and the one that benefits most from having all three trade licenses under one roof.

Typical scope

  • Structural — Wall removal, header installation, foundation repair, framing modifications
  • Electrical — Full panel upgrade, rewire, new circuits, lighting design, smart home rough-in
  • Plumbing — Repipe, fixture relocation, water heater replacement, drain line rerouting
  • HVAC coordination — We coordinate with licensed HVAC contractors for ductwork, mini-splits, and system replacement
  • Finishes — Cabinetry, countertops, tile, flooring, painting, trim, hardware across every room
  • Exterior — Siding, windows, roofing coordination, deck construction or repair

Who this is for

Whole-home renovations are for homeowners who love their lot, their neighborhood, or their home’s bones — but need the interior brought into the current decade. Common scenarios:

  • A 1960s ranch in North Raleigh with good bones but original everything
  • A 1980s split-level in Cary where the layout doesn’t work for modern living
  • An estate purchase or inheritance that needs full modernization before move-in
  • A historic home in Durham or Hillsborough that needs sensitive updates

Why it requires a licensed GC

NC law requires a licensed general contractor for any project over $30,000 — and whole-home renovations always exceed that threshold. Beyond the legal requirement, a GC coordinates all trades, manages the permit process, schedules inspections, and ensures the project meets code at every phase.

We self-perform electrical and plumbing, which eliminates the most common source of delays on large projects: waiting for subcontractors.

Frequently asked questions

Whole-home renovations in the Triangle start around $80K for a cosmetic overhaul of a smaller home and can exceed $250K for a full gut of a larger property with structural changes. The main variables are square footage, scope of structural work, and finish level.
In the Triangle's 2026 market, renovation often makes more financial sense than buying a larger home in the same neighborhood — especially when you factor in current mortgage rates, closing costs, and the premium on move-in-ready homes. We can help you assess whether your home is a good candidate for renovation.
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