Frequently Asked Questions.

We're based in Chattanooga, TN and serve the surrounding area. If you're just outside the city, reach out and we'll confirm whether your project is in range.

Kitchens, bathrooms, additions, whole-house renovations, and custom new-construction homes. We also take on shop and outbuilding construction.

Yes. We pull the necessary permits on every project that requires one and coordinate directly with the local building department for inspections. We can also work from your architect's plans or help with design decisions ourselves for most residential projects.

Often, yes, especially for single-room remodels — we phase the work to keep part of the home livable. For larger whole-house renovations, we'll be direct with you about what's realistic during the site walk.

We confirm the project scope, expectations, and next steps before work begins. If anything changes, we communicate it clearly before moving forward.

At minimum, weekly. You're also welcome to walk the site anytime during construction.

Most kitchen remodels run 4–10 weeks depending on scope — cosmetic updates on the shorter end, full layout changes with permitting on the longer end.

Additions typically run 3–6 months from permitting through completion, depending on size and site conditions.

As early as possible, even if you're still deciding what you want to do. An early site walk helps you understand what's realistic for your budget and timeline before you're locked into a plan.

Yes — ground-up custom homes from an architect's set or our design partners, alongside new-construction homes built for sale.

You get a single point of contact throughout — not a different name for every trade. Updates go out at least weekly, by phone, text, or in person, and you're always welcome to walk the site.

Changes come up on almost every job. When they do, we write up the change — what it is, the added cost, and the effect on schedule — and get your sign-off before we proceed. Nothing gets added to the bill without that conversation happening first.

It depends on the season and scope, but a few weeks to a couple of months is typical between signing and start date. Larger projects with more permitting or design work usually need more lead time — we'll give you a realistic window during the site walk.

Noisy and disruptive in the areas under construction, less so elsewhere. We phase work to preserve access where we can and keep dust and debris contained, but we'll always tell you upfront what a specific project will actually be like to live through.

We do. Permitting is part of the project, not something we hand back to you — we submit the applications, pay the associated fees as part of the estimate, and coordinate every inspection. See our guide on whether your project needs a permit in Chattanooga for more detail.

Sometimes — weather, inspection scheduling, and things uncovered once walls are open can all shift a timeline. When that happens, we tell you as soon as we know, along with what caused it and the new expectation, rather than letting a deadline quietly slip.

A current license, proof of insurance, a written estimate before work begins, and references or reviews you can actually check. A contractor who explains the process clearly and answers questions directly is usually a good sign.

Check that they're licensed and insured, ask how they handle changes and communication during a project, and look at reviews from real past clients. A contractor willing to walk the site with you and explain the scope in detail before asking for a commitment is a good sign.

Scope of work, material and finish selections, site conditions, and permitting requirements all affect cost. We provide a line-item estimate so you can see exactly what's driving the number.

Having a rough budget range, a priority list of must-haves versus nice-to-haves, and a general timeline in mind helps us give you a more accurate estimate faster.

If you like your lot, your neighborhood, and the bones of your home, remodeling is often less disruptive and less expensive than the combined cost of selling, buying, and moving — especially for kitchens, additions, and primary suites.

Larger additions, structural changes, and most new construction typically require stamped plans from an architect or engineer. Smaller remodels usually don't. We'll tell you which applies to your project during the site walk.

Any allowance amounts are spelled out in your estimate, and any change to the scope goes through a written change order — covering the added cost and the effect on schedule — before we proceed.

For smaller remodels, a few weeks to a couple of months before your target start date is usually enough. For additions and custom homes, more lead time helps, since design, permitting, and material lead times all take longer than people expect.

Yes — a one-year workmanship warranty covering the labor we perform. Materials, fixtures, and appliances carry their own manufacturer's warranty, which we pass through to you at closeout.

Most standard-sized bathroom remodels we do run in the $10,000–$20,000 range as a starting point. Like kitchens, it varies a lot from there — larger bathrooms, layout changes, and higher-end fixtures and finishes can push well beyond that range. We'll give you a firm, line-item estimate for your specific project during the site walk.