Free written scope consultation - allowances, timeline, and change-order rules on paper before a single trade is scheduled
Trusted General Contractor for Austin Homeowners
Finding our General Contractor in Austin who shows up on time, puts the price in writing, and stands behind the work after the final walkthrough shouldn’t feel like a gamble. But if you’ve been burned before by a verbal estimate that doubled after demo day or a repair that failed six weeks later, you know exactly how common that gamble goes wrong. Penhallow Remodeling Austin, led by Trevor Nash, serves homeowners across the Texas capital with kitchen remodels, bathroom remodels, and whole-home renovations. A live person answers our phone 24/7 at (325) 225-5429. Every project starts with a written price before any work begins, and every job carries the 365-Day Done Right Promise in writing.
Construction Company
A Construction Company handles the structural and finish work of residential remodeling, from moving walls to setting cabinets to waterproofing showers. You need one when the job involves multiple trades, permits, or load-bearing changes no single subcontractor should coordinate alone. Penhallow Remodeling Austin operates as the general contractor on every project, which means our team pulls the permits, schedules the inspections, and holds the subcontractors to the written scope. We recommend reviewing our General Contractor Maintenance Checklist for Austin Homeowners before starting your project. In Austin, a kitchen remodel typically runs $14,000 – $45,000, while a full bathroom remodel falls between $9,000 and $28,000 depending on layout changes and finish materials.
Permits and Inspections
When structural changes are involved, Penhallow Remodeling Austin pulls the permits and schedules every required inspection. If an inspector flags something, we fix it and get it re-inspected before moving forward. You’ll never be asked to sign off on work that hasn’t passed.
Trade Coordination
Plumbing, electrical, drywall, tile, cabinetry: each trade has its own schedule, and our job is to keep them from colliding. We sequence the work so the electrician isn’t waiting on the plumber and the painter isn’t touching wet drywall. One schedule, one point of contact.
Styles & brands we work with
Remodeling Contractor
A Remodeling Contractor specializes in transforming existing spaces rather than building from the ground up. In Austin, that means working around 1960s ranch layouts in Crestview, limestone-and-stucco exteriors in Tarrytown, and the pier-and-beam foundations that complicate older neighborhoods like Travis Heights. Penhallow Remodeling Austin focuses on kitchens, bathrooms, and whole-home remodels. A small bathroom remodel starts around $5,000 and a small kitchen remodel typically lands between $9,000 and $20,000, while larger whole-home projects scale from there based on square footage and material choices.
Kitchen and Bath Scope
Our kitchen remodels run from cabinet replacement and countertop installation to full gut-and-rebuild layouts with islands. Bathroom work includes walk-in showers, tub-to-shower conversions, and vanity installation. We quote each line item separately so you see exactly where the money goes.
Whole-Home Coordination
When a remodel touches multiple rooms, the sequence matters: demo first, then rough-in plumbing and electric, then drywall, then finishes. We schedule in that order and give you a written timeline before the first tool comes out of the truck.
Licensed General Contractor
A Licensed General Contractor holds the state credentials required to pull building permits and oversee regulated construction work in Texas. When your project involves load-bearing walls, electrical rewiring, or plumbing relocations, the permit belongs to the licensed contractor, not the homeowner. Penhallow Remodeling Austin is state-licensed and insured, and we handle permitting for every project that requires it. For reference, a home addition in Austin typically runs $45,000 – $130,000, while a garage conversion falls between $30,000 and $80,000. These are not cash-only handyman jobs; they’re permitted remodels.
Permit Accountability
Unpermitted work can block a home sale years later. We pull the permit, post it on the job site, and close it out with a passed final inspection. The paperwork is yours to keep after completion.
Insured and Bonded Work
Our liability insurance and bonding are active on every project. If a subcontractor damages your property, it’s covered through our policy, not your fight. That protection is part of the written contract.
Residential General Contractor
A Residential General Contractor works exclusively on homes rather than commercial buildings, which matters because residential codes, material choices, and client expectations differ sharply from office build-outs. Penhallow Remodeling Austin works only with Austin homeowners, from new families in Mueller to long-time residents in Allandale, and we also serve as our General Contractor in Cedar Park. A walk-in shower installation runs $4,500 – $12,000, and a tub-to-shower conversion typically costs $3,500 – $10,000. Cabinet installation in Austin averages $4,000 – $13,000 depending on linear footage and whether you choose stock, semi-custom, or custom lines.
Material Familiarity
We work with products built for Texas heat and Austin’s hard water: quartz countertops that resist staining, James Hardie siding that handles the humidity swings, and moisture-resistant substrates behind every shower wall. The materials match the climate, not just the aesthetic.
Local Code Knowledge
City of Austin amendments to the International Residential Code affect window egress, GFCI placement, and shower pan requirements. We know which sections apply to your project and build to pass inspection the first time.
Hire a General Contractor
To Hire a General Contractor in Austin is to hand over scheduling, materials ordering, and trade oversight to one accountable professional. You should do this when the project involves more than one trade or requires a permit, because coordinating three separate contractors yourself invites delay and finger-pointing when something goes sideways. Penhallow Remodeling Austin gives you a written price before any work starts, so the number you approve on day one is the number on the final invoice. Countertop installation in Austin runs $2,000 – $6,500, and a kitchen island installation is $3,000 – $10,000. Both numbers include templating, fabrication, and install labor.
What to Ask Before Signing
Ask whether the price is written or verbal, who holds the permit, and what the warranty covers in writing. Ask who answers the phone after hours. If the answers are vague, keep looking. We answer all three in the first conversation.
Avoiding Change Orders
Change orders happen when the scope wasn’t defined clearly up front. We walk the site, take measurements, and confirm material selections before we write the contract. Hidden conditions like rotted subfloor still get documented with photos and priced transparently if they appear.
General Contractor Services
General Contractor Services in Austin cover everything from single-room updates to whole-home renovations, but the core deliverable is the same: a written scope of work, a written price, and a written guarantee. Penhallow Remodeling Austin provides kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling, and whole-home remodel services throughout the Austin metro, including as our General Contractor in Buda. A backsplash installation runs $800 – $2,500, and a bathroom vanity installation typically costs $800 – $3,000 including plumbing hookup and trim work. These smaller projects get the same written price and 365-Day Done Right Promise as a six-figure addition.
Kitchen Remodeling
Full kitchen remodels include layout changes, plumbing and electrical updates, cabinet installation, countertop fabrication, backsplash, and fixture installation. We install KraftMaid and Wellborn cabinetry, plus Cambria, Silestone, and Caesarstone countertops. Each product line carries its own warranty alongside ours.
Bathroom Remodeling
From a cosmetic refresh to a complete gut with a walk-in shower, we waterproof to code, install cement board substrate correctly, and test every connection before closing up walls. Kohler and Moen fixtures are standard options, with Delta and Toto available if you prefer.
What happens when you call
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A real person answersNo phone trees - you reach a local pro.
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You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
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A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
Brands We Service
We work with Cambria quartz daily. It carries a lifetime warranty from the manufacturer, which layers on top of our 365-Day Done Right Promise. When a countertop fails because of a fabrication error, Cambria handles the material and we handle the labor at no charge to you.
We also install KraftMaid and Wellborn cabinetry. Both offer semi-custom and custom lines with soft-close hardware and plywood box construction, which matters in Austin’s humidity where particle board swells and delaminates. Kohler and Moen fixtures round out most of our bathroom projects, chosen for rebuildable cartridges and parts availability. Whether you have one of these brands or any other make, we can help.
See the difference
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AfterSigns You Need a Pro Right Now
- Water stains spreading on the ceiling below a bathroom. Active leaks don’t pause while you gather quotes. The longer water sits in a ceiling cavity, the more drywall, insulation, and possibly framing gets replaced. Call us at (325) 225-5429 and we’ll diagnose it.
- Tile cracks running diagonally across the floor. Diagonal cracking usually means movement underneath, which can point to foundation settling or a failing subfloor. Setting new tile over a moving substrate guarantees the same cracks return within a year.
- Cabinet doors that no longer close or drawers that bind. Swelling from moisture or failing hinges is common in Austin’s humid months. We’ll tell you honestly whether it’s an adjustment, a hardware replacement, or a full cabinet swap.
- A shower that leaks into the wall cavity behind it. Grout and caulk are not waterproofing. If water is getting behind the tile, the fix is a rebuild with proper cement board and a waterproof membrane, not another bead of silicone.
- Electrical issues like flickering lights on a single circuit. That can indicate a loose connection, an overloaded circuit, or deteriorating wiring. It’s a fire risk until proven otherwise, and it’s never a DIY project. A licensed pro should look at it.
Our Process, Step by Step
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Free estimate and site walk. We come to your home, take measurements, check the existing conditions, and ask about your goals. You get a written line-item price, not a verbal ballpark.
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Written contract and schedule. Once you approve the price, we write the scope, the materials list, the permit plan, and a defined arrival window into the contract. You sign once, with everything in front of you.
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Permits and material ordering. We pull permits and order materials with confirmed lead times before demo starts. Nothing gets torn out while we’re still waiting on cabinets or countertops.
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Construction and daily cleanup. Our background-checked, uniformed technicians show up in the window we gave. We protect floors, contain dust, and leave the job site clean at the end of every workday.
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Final walkthrough and written warranty. We walk the project with you, note any punch-list items, and hand you the written 365-Day Done Right Promise. If something fails inside the guarantee period, we come back and fix it at no charge.
How Much Does General Contractor Cost in Austin?
A typical kitchen remodel in Austin runs $14,000 – $45,000 depending on whether you’re doing a cabinet-only refresh or a full gut with layout changes and structural work. A small kitchen remodel typically lands between $9,000 and $20,000. Bathrooms are similarly spread: $9,000 – $28,000 for a full remodel and $5,000 – $12,000 for a small bathroom. A walk-in shower installation is $4,500 – $12,000, and a tub-to-shower conversion runs $3,500 – $10,000. If you’re adding square footage, an ADU construction project in Austin runs $90,000 – $220,000, and a home addition falls between $45,000 and $130,000.
What drives the price up or down? Cabinet line is the biggest variable in kitchens, followed by countertop material: laminate is far less than Cambria quartz. In bathrooms, moving plumbing or removing a load-bearing wall adds engineering and permits. The age of your home matters too, since rewiring an older Austin house to current code can add thousands. To avoid overpaying, get a written line-item price and compare it against the scope, not the bottom line. A free estimate from us includes the walkthrough, the measurements, and the written number, with no obligation to proceed.
Our Service Area Near Austin
Penhallow Remodeling Austin serves homeowners across the metro, including General Contractor in Cedar Park, General Contractor in Georgetown, Elgin, Lago Vista, Taylor, Wells Branch, Camp Swift, Lost Creek, Hornsby Bend, Shady Hollow, and Jollyville. Most projects are scheduled within two to three weeks of the written contract, depending on permit review times at the City of Austin. We bring the same written pricing and 365-Day Done Right Promise to every job in the service area, whether you’re in Central Austin or at the edge of Travis County. Return to our home page to see all the remodeling services we offer.
Serving Austin, TX - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Austin area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
Frequently Asked Questions About General Contractor in Austin
A general contractor is the licensed professional who manages your entire remodeling project, including permits, subcontractors, materials, and the final inspection. Instead of hiring a plumber, electrician, and tile setter yourself, you hire one accountable party. Penhallow Remodeling Austin handles everything from the written price to the final walkthrough.
A small bathroom remodel typically takes three to four weeks from demo to final inspection. A full kitchen remodel usually runs six to ten weeks depending on cabinet lead times and permitting. We give you a written timeline with the contract, and we tell you up front which materials have long lead times so nothing stalls mid-project. Call (325) 225-5429 for a project-specific timeline.
Kitchen remodels run $14,000 – $45,000, bathrooms $9,000 – $28,000, and home additions $45,000 – $130,000 depending on scope and finishes. Smaller projects like backsplash installation start at $800. The written price we give you before work starts is the number on the final invoice, barring a documented and agreed-upon change order. Call (325) 225-5429 for an exact quote, free.
Yes, we install Cambria quartz countertops regularly across Austin. Cambria carries a lifetime manufacturer warranty, and our 365-Day Done Right Promise covers the installation labor. If the fabrication fails inside our guarantee period, we come back and fix it without charging you a service call.
For water damage from a failed shower or a leaking supply line, call (325) 225-5429. A live person answers 24/7, and we’ll walk you through what to shut off and whether the situation can wait for a scheduled visit. Water damage gets prioritized because every hour it sits wet, the repair scope grows.
Every project gets the 365-Day Done Right Promise in writing. If the work fails inside the guarantee period, we come back and fix it at no charge. If a repair we made fails, the second visit is free, no service call fee, no re-inspection fee. The warranty is a written document, not a handshake.
Clear the areas we’ll need to access: under sinks, around the water heater, and any crawlspace entry points. Have an idea of the materials you like, but don’t worry if you don’t. We’ll bring samples, take measurements, and give you a written price before we leave. There’s no obligation, and no deposit required to get the number.
Schedule Your General Contractor Service in Austin Today
If you’re ready to know the real number, call (325) 225-5429 and schedule a free estimate. You’ll get a written price, a clear scope, and the 365-Day Done Right Promise in writing before any work starts. A real person answers, day or night. Let’s sit down and talk about the project.
Written by Trevor Nash, Owner at Penhallow Remodeling Austin, serving Austin since 2004.
