Understanding the Cost of a Complete Home Renovation
One of the first questions homeowners ask when considering a major renovation is: How much does it cost to remodel an entire house?
The answer depends on the size and condition of the home, how much of the property is being renovated, structural changes, additions, kitchens and bathrooms, mechanical upgrades, and the level of finishes selected. A whole-house renovation can range from updating the existing interior to completely transforming a property with a new layout, addition, kitchen, bathrooms, basement, structural work, and exterior improvements.
Go Pro Construction specializes in larger, comprehensive home renovation projects throughout Maryland, Northern Virginia, and Washington, DC. We can manage the entire project from architectural and engineering coordination and permits through construction, inspections, and final completion. For homeowners who prefer to spread the cost of a major renovation over time, financing options are also available, subject to approval and applicable financing terms.
How Much Does a Whole-House Renovation Cost?
There is no single price for a complete home renovation because every house and scope of work is different. However, homeowners researching a whole-house remodel usually want realistic numbers before scheduling a consultation.
As a general starting point, kitchen remodeling can range from approximately $20,000 to $60,000+, depending on the size, cabinetry, countertops, appliances, layout and amount of electrical, plumbing or structural work involved. A complete standard bathroom remodel can start around $18,000, while a larger primary or master bathroom can start around $27,000 and increase depending on tile, fixtures, custom glass, vanities and overall finishes.
For basements, a basement remodeling project can generally range from approximately $25,000 to $65,000+, depending on the size and whether the project includes bathrooms, bedrooms, entertainment areas, a kitchenette, plumbing, electrical or extensive layout changes. More involved basement projects requiring excavation, structural modifications, underpinning, waterproofing or basement lowering are priced separately based on the engineering and scope of work.
For homeowners who need additional living space, a 400-square-foot home addition can start around $78,900, depending on the design and specifications. Foundation requirements, number of stories, roofing, windows, siding, plumbing, electrical, HVAC and interior finishes can all affect the final cost.
When several of these projects are combined into a complete home renovation, the total price is based on the overall scope rather than simply adding a standard price per square foot. A homeowner remodeling a kitchen, three bathrooms, basement, flooring and paint will have a very different project from someone building an addition, removing structural walls, upgrading mechanical systems and renovating both the interior and exterior.
These figures are intended as general starting points to help homeowners understand the potential budget before beginning the design and estimating process.
What Can Be Included in a Whole-House Renovation?
A true whole-house renovation can involve virtually every part of the property, and this is where working with a contractor experienced in larger projects becomes especially important.
Go Pro Construction can completely remodel kitchens, standard bathrooms, primary bathrooms and basements while also renovating bedrooms, living rooms, dining rooms, home offices, laundry rooms, closets and other living spaces. We can replace flooring throughout the home, install hardwood, LVP and tile, complete interior and exterior painting, install cabinetry and countertops, build custom feature and fireplace walls, replace doors and windows, install trim and molding, modify staircases and complete the finish carpentry necessary to bring the entire renovation together.
Our work can also extend well beyond cosmetic remodeling. Go Pro Construction handles structural wall removal, LVL and structural beam installation, wood framing, foundation construction and repairs, concrete footings and slabs, basement lowering and underpinning, structural modifications and complete additions. If a homeowner wants to open the floor plan, expand the kitchen, add another level, build a rear addition or substantially change the layout of the house, our team can coordinate the structural side of the project as well.
Mechanical systems can also be incorporated into the renovation. This may include electrical panels and wiring, outlets, recessed lighting and fixtures, plumbing and plumbing fixtures, HVAC and mechanical systems, insulation, air sealing and fire sprinkler systems when required. When several trades are involved, our team coordinates the work so that the electrical, plumbing, HVAC, framing, drywall and finishes work together as part of the overall construction plan.
A complete renovation does not have to stop at the exterior walls. Go Pro Construction can also perform roofing, gutters, siding, windows, exterior doors, brick and masonry work, stonework, decks, porches, patios, garages, concrete, waterproofing, drainage systems, exterior structural repairs and other improvements necessary to renovate the entire property.
We Are Accustomed to Larger Remodeling Projects
This is an important distinction when selecting a contractor for a whole-house renovation.
Many remodeling companies are structured primarily around smaller individual projects. Go Pro Construction is accustomed to larger projects involving multiple areas of the house, numerous construction trades and substantial structural work.
A single Go Pro Construction project may involve an addition, kitchen renovation, multiple bathrooms, basement remodeling, structural modifications, new flooring, electrical upgrades, plumbing, HVAC, drywall, painting and exterior improvements.
For homeowners searching for a contractor who can take responsibility for the entire house renovation, this is exactly the type of work our company is structured to manage.
Instead of hiring one company for the kitchen, another for the bathrooms, another for the basement, separate electricians and plumbers, and yet another contractor for exterior construction, Go Pro Construction can serve as the primary contractor coordinating the complete project.
From Design and Permits Through Final Construction
A large renovation often begins long before demolition starts.
Depending on the project, homeowners may need architectural drawings, structural engineering, surveys, zoning reviews, setback verification, building permits, electrical permits, plumbing permits, mechanical permits and inspections.
Go Pro Construction can coordinate these requirements as part of the overall renovation.
Our process can take a project from the initial consultation and scope development through architectural and engineering coordination, permit processing, construction scheduling, trade coordination, required inspections, finishes and final completion.
The goal is to give homeowners one primary company responsible for coordinating the project from concept through construction.
Why Whole-House Renovation Prices Vary
Two houses with the same square footage can have completely different renovation costs.
The existing condition of the house, age of the property, number of bathrooms, kitchen specifications, structural changes, plumbing and electrical modifications, HVAC requirements, additions, cabinetry, flooring, windows and level of finishes all influence the final price.
For example, keeping a kitchen in its existing location is generally very different from removing walls, installing structural beams, relocating plumbing and expanding the kitchen into an addition. The same is true for bathrooms, basements and other areas of the home.
Older homes can also reveal conditions after demolition that were not visible beforehand. This is why Go Pro Construction evaluates the actual property and develops the scope around what the homeowner wants to accomplish instead of advertising one unrealistic price for every whole-house renovation.
Interior and Exterior — One Contractor for the Entire Property
One of the biggest advantages of working with Go Pro Construction on a major renovation is our ability to coordinate both interior and exterior construction.
A homeowner may want to build a rear addition, expand the kitchen, remodel three bathrooms, finish the basement, install new flooring throughout the house, upgrade electrical and plumbing systems, replace windows and siding, and build a new deck.
Those do not necessarily have to become eight separate projects with eight different companies.
Go Pro Construction can coordinate the work as one comprehensive home renovation.
This approach can also make construction planning easier because structural work, mechanical systems, finishes and exterior improvements can be considered together rather than having one contractor modify work that another contractor recently completed.
An Established Brick-and-Mortar Contractor in the DMV
Choosing a contractor for a complete home renovation is very different from hiring someone for a small repair.
A whole-house remodel can be a substantial construction project involving months of planning and construction, multiple trades, permits, inspections and significant financial commitment.
Go Pro Construction is one of the contractors in the DMV area with an established brick-and-mortar location, giving homeowners a local construction company with an office, project management team and field operations.
For larger projects, organization, communication and accountability are just as important as the individual construction tasks.
Financing Your Whole-House Renovation
A major renovation does not necessarily have to be funded entirely at once. Go Pro Construction offers financing options for qualified homeowners, allowing eligible clients to explore financing for their remodeling or construction project rather than relying exclusively on available cash.
Financing can be particularly helpful for homeowners who would prefer to complete several improvements together rather than divide a major renovation into multiple smaller projects over several years.
For example, a homeowner may initially be considering only a kitchen remodel but also knows that the bathrooms, basement and flooring need to be renovated. Financing may provide another option for completing a larger portion of the renovation together.
Financing availability, amounts, rates and terms are subject to the applicable financing provider’s approval and requirements.
Should You Renovate the Entire House at Once?
For homeowners already planning several substantial improvements, completing them as one coordinated project can have practical advantages.
Walls may only need to be opened once. Electrical, plumbing and HVAC changes can be planned together. Flooring can transition properly throughout the home. Structural modifications can be incorporated into the architectural plans, and the finished property can be designed as one cohesive project rather than a collection of unrelated renovations.
This does not mean every homeowner needs to renovate everything at once. The right approach depends on the property, priorities, budget and long-term plans. But if several areas already need work, discussing the complete scope from the beginning can help establish the best construction approach.
Planning a Whole-House Renovation in Maryland, Northern Virginia or Washington, DC?
If you are researching how much a whole-house renovation costs, the best starting point is determining everything you ultimately want to accomplish and establishing a realistic budget for the project.
Go Pro Construction specializes in the larger remodeling and construction projects that homeowners often struggle to find one contractor to handle. Whether your project involves a complete interior renovation, multiple kitchens and bathrooms, a basement, an addition, structural modifications, mechanical upgrades, exterior improvements or a complete transformation of the property, our team can coordinate the project from design and permits through construction and final completion.
If you have recently purchased a home that needs a complete renovation, have lived in your property for years and are ready for a major transformation, or simply want one contractor capable of managing a large remodeling project from beginning to end, Go Pro Construction is ready to help.
Go Pro Construction
Whole-House Remodeling & Design-Build Services
Serving Maryland, Northern Virginia & Washington, DC
Office: (240) 418-2636
Website: gpcdmv.com
Financing options available for qualified homeowners.
