Sometimes a house needs more than one project. It needs a complete transformation. Layout changes, new mechanicals, fresh finishes, and a plan that ties every trade together. A whole-home renovation Portsmouth OH project is the biggest thing most homeowners will ever do to a house. We manage it from start to finish as a single coordinated job, not 12 separate subcontractors you have to juggle.
A full renovation costs less than buying new in most cases — especially in Scioto County where move-in-ready inventory is limited. You also keep your neighborhood, your lot, and the address your family already knows. The house changes. The rest stays.
What a Whole-Home Renovation Includes
Every project is different, but most full renovations touch these areas.
- Gut renovation — taking rooms back to the studs for a fresh start
- Complete interior remodel including kitchen, bathrooms, flooring, and paint
- Structural changes — moving or removing walls, opening up floor plans
- Layout reconfiguration for how you actually live today
- Electrical upgrades to modern code with new panel if needed
- Plumbing updates including water lines, drains, and fixtures
- HVAC replacement or redesign for comfort and efficiency
- Window and door replacement throughout
- Exterior refresh — siding, roofing, paint, and landscaping
Some clients want every one of these. Others want most of them. We scope the job based on what the house actually needs and what matters most to you.
Why Renovate Instead of Move
Portsmouth and the surrounding Scioto County market has limited housing inventory. Finding a home that already has the kitchen, bathrooms, and layout you want is hard. Even when you find one, you pay top dollar for it and often still want to change a few things.
Renovating your current home is usually cheaper than buying something comparable. You skip closing costs, real estate commissions, and the stress of moving. You stay in the school district your kids already attend. You keep the yard, the garden, and the garage you have set up the way you want.
The renovation also fits your needs exactly. A builder spec home is built for a hypothetical family. Your renovation is built for your family. Bigger mudroom, home office, main-floor laundry, open kitchen — whatever you need.
How We Manage It
Whole-home renovations fail when nobody is in charge. Five contractors show up at different times, blame each other for delays, and the client ends up managing a project they never wanted to manage. We handle all of that.
- Single point of contact — one person you call for every question
- We coordinate every trade including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and finish carpentry
- Permits pulled, inspections scheduled, and paperwork handled
- Weekly updates so you always know where the project stands
- Change orders documented in writing before any extra work starts
Timeline runs 2-6 months depending on scope. A cosmetic whole-home renovation can finish in 8-10 weeks. A full gut with structural changes runs 4-6 months. Call (740) 357-9020 to schedule a consultation.
Good Candidates for Whole-Home Renovation
Not every house needs this level of work. But some are perfect candidates.
- Older homes in the Boneyfiddle historic district that need updates without losing character
- Fixer-uppers purchased below market that need real work to reach full value
- Inherited properties where finishes, layout, and systems are all dated
- Rental properties being converted back to owner-occupied homes
- Investment properties being flipped for resale
- Homes damaged by water, fire, or neglect
If you are not sure whether your house is a candidate, we will walk through it with you and give an honest opinion. Sometimes we recommend smaller targeted projects instead.
Areas We Serve
We serve all of Scioto County — Portsmouth, Wheelersburg, New Boston, Sciotoville, West Portsmouth, Lucasville, Minford, South Webster, and everywhere in between.
Frequently Asked Questions
Whole-home renovations in Scioto County typically run $75-200 per square foot depending on finish level and scope. A cosmetic refresh of a 1,500 square foot home starts around $100,000. A full gut with structural changes and premium finishes can reach $300,000-400,000 or more.
Most whole-home renovations take 3-6 months from demolition to final walkthrough. Cosmetic-only projects finish faster at 8-10 weeks. Major structural work with permits and multiple inspections runs 6 months or longer.
It depends on scope. If we are working on one floor at a time with a functional kitchen and bathroom elsewhere, many families stay. Full gut renovations usually require temporary relocation for 2-3 months. We will give you an honest read on what makes sense.
Yes. We pull all required permits, schedule inspections, and handle code compliance. You never have to deal with the building department or inspector directly.
Ready to Transform Your Home?
Phone: (740) 357-9020. Free estimates!