Whole Home Remodel in Katy.
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 Katy that matters most on homes built before the current energy code.
Whole Home Remodel in Katy, 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 general liability insured design-build contractor serving Katy, TX and surrounding Harris, Fort Bend & Waller Counties, handling design, permitting, and construction under one detailed written 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 Katy.
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
Katy homes
Most Katy homes we work on are 1995–2015 builder homes in master-planned communities: two-story plans with formal dining rooms nobody uses, closed-off kitchens, builder-grade cabinetry, and dated primary baths with garden tubs. The highest-return projects here are opening the kitchen to the family room, converting the garden tub into a walk-in wet room, and finishing out flex space or a game room above the garage.
Design and documents first, then a single detailed written contract, then a sequenced build with one project manager and a live schedule you can check any day of the week.
Who reviews it
Depending on your address, permits run through the City of Katy, unincorporated Harris County, Fort Bend County, or Waller County — and most master-planned neighborhoods add an HOA architectural review on top of that. Novara prepares the drawings, submits the packet, and manages inspections so you are not chasing three agencies.
- Cinco Ranch
- Cross Creek Ranch
- Firethorne
- Grand Lakes
- Seven Meadows
- Old Katy
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Katy 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 Katy 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 you remodel homes in Cinco Ranch and Cross Creek Ranch?
Yes. We regularly work throughout Cinco Ranch, Cross Creek Ranch, Firethorne, Grand Lakes, Seven Meadows, and older Katy neighborhoods, and we handle the HOA architectural submittal for exterior work.
How long does a Katy kitchen remodel take?
A typical full kitchen remodel runs 8–12 weeks on site after design and permitting, which usually adds 4–6 weeks up front. Structural changes or custom cabinetry lead times can extend that.
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