Whole-House Remodel Cost in Fort Worth: What 3 Budgets Buy
A whole-house remodel in Fort Worth runs $75,000 to $250,000 on average, and larger projects go beyond that. See what each of our 3 budgets buys.
A whole-house remodel in Fort Worth runs $75,000 to $250,000 on average, and larger projects go beyond that. We price it in three budgets: $75,000 to $100,000 for a cosmetic refresh, $100,000 to $185,000 for a full remodel with the kitchen and primary bath, and $185,000 to $250,000 and beyond when the house goes to the studs.
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We do full home remodels across Fort Worth and Tarrant County, and the first question is always the number. So here it is, split into the three budgets we use, with what each one buys and how you pay for it.
- $75,000 to $100,000 is a cosmetic refresh.
- $100,000 to $185,000 is a full remodel, with the kitchen and the primary bath done in full.
- $185,000 to $250,000 and beyond is a house taken to the studs, with layout changes.
- Permits are billed at cost and are not in the quote. Appliances are not in the price.
- Above $100,000 you pay half at the start, then 10% every two weeks, and you hold the last 10% until you are satisfied.
The three budgets side by side
| Budget | What we call it | What it covers |
|---|---|---|
| $75,000 to $100,000 | Cosmetic refresh | The look of the house changes. The layout stays. |
| $100,000 to $185,000 | Full remodel | The kitchen and the primary bath are done in full. |
| $185,000 to $250,000 and beyond | Taken to the studs | The walls are opened and the layout changes. |
$75,000 to $100,000: the cosmetic refresh
A cosmetic refresh changes how the house looks. It does not change how the house is laid out. This is the budget for a home where the rooms are in the right place and the surfaces are worn out.
If you need only one trade, you do not need a whole-house budget. We price those as their own jobs. An interior repaint of a typical home runs $8,000 to $15,000. New LVP or tile floors, with the demo of the old floor included, run $10,000 to $25,000.
On a job between $60,000 and $100,000 you pay 50% down, 30% after four weeks, and 20% at completion.
$100,000 to $185,000: the full remodel
This is the budget where the kitchen and the primary bath are both done in full. As stand-alone jobs, a full kitchen remodel runs $25,000 to $50,000 and a primary bathroom remodel runs $25,000 to $45,000. The whole-house number is set from the full scope at the walk-through.
Two things about kitchens that people do not expect. First, the price does not include appliances. You buy them and we install them. Second, if all the lower cabinets are replaced, the countertops must be new too. New cabinets or new countertops usually take the old backsplash out with them. We say that up front so the scope is honest.
Here is what goes into the rooms. Cabinets come from J&K Cabinetry in Dallas, prefab or custom in any wood species. About 80% of our countertops are quartz, about 10% are quartzite and about 10% are granite. Fixtures are Delta or Moen. Behind the tile we use Schluter waterproofing. Shower glass is frameless. It is the only kind we install.
$185,000 to $250,000 and beyond: taken to the studs
This is the budget for a house that needs more than new surfaces. The walls are opened to the studs and the layout changes.
The top of this range is not a ceiling. $250,000 is where our average stops. Larger projects go beyond it.
How you pay on a job over $100,000
Big jobs get paid in small steps. This is the schedule we use on every project over $100,000.
- 50% at the start. This covers the demo, the lumber package and the window order.
- 10% every two weeks. The other half is paid in payments of 10%, one every two weeks, as the work moves.
- You hold the last 10%. You keep it until every scope is complete and you are satisfied.
Projects at this size typically run two to five months. We prefer check, Zelle, bank transfer or cash.
What is not in the number
A price is only useful if you know what it leaves out. Two things sit outside every whole-house quote we write.
- Permits. They are billed at cost. They are not in the quote. Licensed trades pull the permits for their scope.
- Appliances. You buy them. We install them.
There are also two terms to know. A change after you sign is a change order, and it is priced at cost plus 25%. A quote is good for 30 days.
If you only need one or two rooms
Not every house needs all of it. If one kitchen or one bath is the real problem, price that room on its own first. These guides have our numbers.
- Kitchen remodel cost in Fort Worth
- Bathroom remodel cost in Fort Worth
- Room addition cost in Fort Worth
- Full renovation or partial remodel
- A full home remodel from start to finish
How to get your number
The real number comes from a free walk-through of the house. The quote we write from it is good for 30 days.
Our typical start is one to two weeks out, depending on our schedule. Our own in-house crew does the work, Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., plus about two or three Saturdays a month. We work within about 35 miles of Fort Worth, which is about a 45-minute drive. Farther out, we decide case by case.
Every job carries a written warranty with two terms: three years on everything we touch, and five years on our workmanship. Manufacturer warranties on materials pass through to you. To set a walk-through, call or text 817-210-7117.
Questions homeowners ask
How much does a whole-house remodel cost in Fort Worth?
Our whole-house remodels run $75,000 to $250,000 on average, and larger projects go beyond that. A cosmetic refresh is $75,000 to $100,000. A full remodel with the kitchen and primary bath is $100,000 to $185,000. A house taken to the studs is $185,000 to $250,000 and beyond.
How long does a whole-house remodel take?
Our projects over $100,000 typically run two to five months. The time depends on the scope.
How do payments work on a job this size?
Over $100,000, you pay 50% at the start, then the other half in payments of 10% every two weeks. You hold the last 10% until every scope is complete and you are satisfied. From $60,000 to $100,000, it is 50% down, 30% after four weeks and 20% at completion. Our payment schedule guide shows all three schedules with examples.
Are permits and appliances in the price?
No. Permits are billed at cost and are not in the quote. You buy the appliances and we install them.
What warranty comes with a whole-house remodel?
A written warranty with two terms: three years on everything we touch, and five years on our workmanship. Manufacturer warranties on materials pass through to you.
How soon can you start?
Our typical start is one to two weeks out, depending on our schedule.