Whole Home Remodel in Cypress.
A whole-home renovation is the only point at which you can fix the things you cannot see — wiring, ducts, insulation, and foundation movement — without paying twice for demolition and finishes. In Cypress that matters most on homes built before the current energy code.
Whole Home Remodel in Cypress, Texas typically costs $150–$275 per square foot for a full renovation, or $85–$130 per square foot for a cosmetic refresh, and takes 10–16 weeks of design and permitting, then 6–12 months on site. Novara Construction is a licensed, insured design-build contractor serving Cypress, TX and surrounding Harris County, handling design, permitting, and construction under one fixed-price contract.
$150–$275 per square foot for a full renovation, or $85–$130 per square foot for a cosmetic refresh.
Greater Houston market ranges, not a quote. Your number depends on scope, finish level, and existing conditions.
10–16 weeks of design and permitting, then 6–12 months on site.
Permitting duration varies by jurisdiction — see below for who reviews work in Cypress.
What's included
- Architect-led floor plan reworks and structural changes
- Full mechanical, electrical, and plumbing replacement
- Windows, insulation, and envelope upgrades for Gulf Coast humidity
- Kitchen, baths, flooring, millwork, and paint under one contract
- Foundation evaluation and leveling before finishes go in
Cypress homes
Cypress is dominated by 2000s and newer builder homes with generous square footage and generic finishes. Most owners here are not moving walls — they are upgrading: custom cabinetry and islands in the kitchen, converting the primary bath into a wet room, building out media rooms and home offices, and adding covered patios with outdoor kitchens for the backyard.
Design and documents first, then a single fixed-price contract, then a sequenced build with one project manager and a live schedule you can check any day of the week.
Who reviews it
Most of Cypress is unincorporated Harris County, which means no city building permit for many interior remodels but real requirements for structural, electrical, plumbing, floodplain, and septic work — plus HOA architectural review in nearly every community. We confirm what applies to your address before design is finalized.
- Bridgeland
- Towne Lake
- Fairfield
- Coles Crossing
- Blackhorse Ranch
- Cypress Creek Lakes
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Cypress questions
Should we move out during the work?
For a full renovation, yes — it is faster, safer, and usually cheaper than phasing around an occupied house. For a partial remodel we can phase the work and keep a functioning kitchen and bath.
Is it cheaper to renovate or build new?
In most established Cypress neighborhoods, renovating is cheaper per square foot than tearing down and rebuilding, and it preserves the lot value. Once you are replacing the foundation and the entire envelope, the math moves toward new construction.
Do I need a permit to remodel in unincorporated Cypress?
It depends on the work. Many cosmetic interior remodels do not require a county building permit, while structural, electrical, plumbing, and floodplain work does. Your HOA almost always requires approval for exterior changes.
Do you build outdoor kitchens in Bridgeland and Towne Lake?
Yes. Covered structures, outdoor kitchens, fireplaces, and pool decks are among our most requested Cypress projects.