Whole Home Remodel in Richmond.
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 Richmond that matters most on homes built before the current energy code.
Whole Home Remodel in Richmond, 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 Richmond, TX and surrounding Fort Bend 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 Richmond.
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
Richmond homes
Richmond runs the full range: historic and mid-century homes near downtown, 1980s–90s sections of Pecan Grove ready for full renovation, and 2010s-and-newer master-planned homes in Harvest Green, Aliana, and Long Meadow Farms where owners invest in kitchen upgrades, primary-bath rebuilds, and serious outdoor living. Acreage properties on the outskirts often call for additions, shops, and guest quarters.
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
Inside city limits, permits run through the City of Richmond; most of the growth corridor is unincorporated Fort Bend County with MUDs and HOA architectural review in nearly every community. Historic-district rules apply near downtown. We confirm the jurisdiction, file the permits, and manage inspections.
- Pecan Grove
- Harvest Green
- Aliana
- Long Meadow Farms
- Old Orchard
- Historic Richmond
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Richmond 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 Richmond 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 Harvest Green and Aliana?
Yes — kitchen and bath upgrades, outdoor kitchens, and covered structures are our most common projects in the newer Fort Bend communities, HOA submittal included.
Can you renovate a historic home near downtown Richmond?
Yes, with sensitivity to the historic-district guidelines. We modernize systems and layouts while preserving the exterior character the district protects.