Novara Construction
Missouri City · Fort Bend & Harris Counties

Whole Home Remodel in Missouri City.

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 Missouri City that matters most on homes built before the current energy code.

In short

Whole Home Remodel in Missouri City, 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 Missouri City, TX and surrounding Fort Bend & Harris Counties, handling design, permitting, and construction under one fixed-price contract.

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Typical cost in Missouri City (2026)

$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.

Typical timeline

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 Missouri City.

Scope

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
Local conditions

Missouri City homes

Quail Valley, Vicksburg, and Hunters Glen date to the 1970s–80s: single-story ranches and two-stories with compartmentalized plans that respond well to whole-home renovation. Sienna, Lake Olympia, and the newer 77459 corridors are 2000s-and-newer builds where owners focus on kitchen re-engineering, spa primary baths, media rooms, and backyard structures.

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.

Permits & approvals

Who reviews it

Most of the area permits through the City of Missouri City, with some addresses under Fort Bend County; Sienna and the golf-course communities add architectural review committees with real design standards. We prepare drawings to those standards and manage both the city permit and the HOA submittal.

Whole Home Remodel near you
  • Sienna
  • Quail Valley
  • Lake Olympia
  • Vicksburg
  • Plantation Bend
  • Hunters Glen
ZIP codes covered

77459 · 77489

Not listed? Call and we'll confirm coverage for your address.

FAQ

Missouri City 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 Missouri City 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 work in Sienna?

Yes. We regularly design and build in Sienna and handle the community's architectural review along with City of Missouri City permitting.

What's the best renovation for a Quail Valley ranch?

Opening the kitchen and den into one living space, replacing original mechanical systems, and rebuilding the primary suite — the bones and lots are excellent.

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