Houston Home Remodeling Contractor for Kitchen, Bath & Full Renovations

Houston's average relative humidity of 65–75% can cause wood cabinets to swell, warp, or develop mold if not properly sealed. During a kitchen remodel, Tell Projects specifies moisture-resistant cabinet materials—either marine-grade plywood or composite boards with polyurethane-sealed edges—and installs a kitchen exhaust fan rated for 150+ CFM to manage steam during cooking. We also recommend dehumidifiers in homes with poor HVAC circulation or those located in flood-prone zones like Meyerland or Briarforest. Sealed hardwood cabinets in Houston homes typically last 20–25 years with proper ventilation; unsealed cabinets may show swelling within 3–5 years. Our cabinet selections include moisture barriers and we ensure exhaust ductwork vents outside the home (not into the attic, which traps humidity). For Montrose and Midtown townhouses with tight floor plans, we sometimes recommend a small dehumidifier unit in addition to standard exhaust to protect your investment.

A mid-range kitchen remodel in Greater Houston averages $65,000–$95,000; high-end projects (custom cabinetry, stone counters, premium appliances) run $110,000–$175,000. Tell Projects' average kitchen project cost is $88,000 and includes design, permitting, materials, and labor. We do not directly finance projects, but we partner with several lenders offering home improvement loans at 6–9% APR with terms up to 15 years. Our office can refer you to 3–4 approved lenders who pre-qualify homeowners within 24–48 hours. Some clients use home equity lines of credit (HELOC) or personal loans; discuss your financing preferences during your initial consultation. We require a 30% deposit to begin work, with the balance due upon project completion and final inspection. This payment structure works well with both traditional loans and cash payments.

Houston Building & Development Services typically approves bathroom remodel permits within 10–15 business days if drawings are complete and meet code. Tell Projects prepares full construction documents (floor plans, electrical layout, plumbing schematic) before permit submission, which reduces back-and-forth rejections. For standard guest-bath remodels, permits cost $150–$250 and involve one rough-in inspection (framing, plumbing, electrical) and one final inspection (finished surfaces, fixtures). Master-bath projects with structural changes (relocated walls, plumbing relocations) may require 2–3 inspections and take 18–22 business days. We've achieved permit approval in as little as 7 days for straightforward projects in Bellaire and The Woodlands, where inspectors are familiar with our work. If your neighborhood is in an HOA (common in Katy, Sugar Land, Pearland), architectural approval adds 5–10 days. Tell Projects manages both municipal and HOA approvals in parallel, minimizing delays. Call (832) 591-7991 to discuss your specific timeline.

Pre-1990 Houston homes often have outdated electrical panels (60–100 amps), undersized plumbing (galvanized steel pipes corroding after 30–40 years), single-pane windows, and inadequate HVAC capacity for modern cooling demands. During remodeling, code requires you to upgrade any system you disturb; for example, removing a wall for an open-plan kitchen triggers a full electrical code review. Tell Projects follows 2021 International Residential Code (adopted by Houston) and ensures all new work includes: GFCI-protected outlets in kitchens and bathrooms, proper grounding, 2x6 exterior wall construction for energy efficiency, and ductwork sized to ACCA Manual-D standards. In homes built before 1970, we often discover asbestos in insulation or popcorn ceilings; we refer you to certified abatement contractors before proceeding. Flood-prone areas (Meyerland, Briarforest, Neartown) may require elevated mechanical systems or wet-floodproofing work. Expect code compliance work to add 10–15% to your remodel budget and 2–3 weeks to the timeline. Our licensed team identifies these issues early through detailed walkthroughs and scope-of-work meetings.

Yes—this is our multifamily renovation expertise applied to residential projects. Full-house remodels require orchestrating multiple trades (framing, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, roofing, finish carpentry) in the correct sequence to avoid delays and callbacks. Tell Projects uses a project management system that schedules each trade 5–7 days in advance, allowing material delivery, rough-in work, and inspections to proceed without idle time. A typical whole-house renovation (150–200 sq ft of new or heavily renovated space) takes 16–24 weeks and involves 12–18 separate trade visits and 6–8 municipal inspections. Cost ranges from $180,000–$350,000 depending on scope. Our multifamily background means we're comfortable managing 4–6 concurrent trades and complex dependencies (e.g., roof framing before new HVAC rough-in, electrical before drywall). We maintain detailed daily logs and photo documentation so you see progress each week. Scheduling a comprehensive project requires a detailed pre-construction meeting; call (832) 591-7991 to discuss your full-house vision and timeline.

Tell Projects holds a Texas General Contractor License, which requires proof of bonding, insurance, financial responsibility, and completion of approved contractor training. You can verify our license through the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) using our license number; we provide this during your initial consultation. Our license authorizes us to perform general contracting work across residential, commercial, and multifamily projects in Texas. We maintain $2M general liability insurance and $1M workers' compensation coverage; certificates are provided upon request. Additionally, our individual electricians and plumbers hold state licenses for their respective trades. Hiring a licensed contractor protects you: if disputes arise, you have recourse through the State of Texas and our bonding. Unlicensed contractors operating in Houston face $500–$2,000 fines and homeowners may lose insurance coverage if unlicensed work is discovered. Before signing any contract, verify contractor license status on the TDLR website or call (832) 591-7991 and we'll email you our current license documentation.

Permit delays and inspection failures are rare but possible. Houston's permit queue averages 10–15 business days in normal periods but can stretch to 30+ days during peak seasons (March–May, September–October). Tell Projects accounts for typical delays in our project timeline and submits applications 3–5 days before we expect approval, building in a buffer. If a city inspector issues a deficiency (e.g., outlet placement, framing spacing), our licensed team corrects the issue within 48 hours and schedules a re-inspection, typically approved within 3–5 days. We've never had a project fail final inspection due to our quality standards and knowledge of Houston's specific code enforcement. If unexpected municipal requirements emerge (e.g., flood-mitigation upgrades in newly designated zones), we communicate immediately with a revised scope and budget. Our contract includes a clause for permit-related delays beyond 21 business days; if city delays exceed 3 weeks, we can adjust the project timeline mutually. Open communication and early coordination with plan reviewers (relationships built over 14 years) prevent most delays. Call (832) 591-7991 if you're concerned about timeline impact from permitting.