Full Home Remodeling
We turn aging Austin homes into modern dream spaces — gut renovations that reimagine every room, every system, and every surface from the foundation up. Licensed, insured, and built for Austin's unique construction landscape.
Austin's Full Home Remodeling Specialists
Much of Austin's housing stock dates from the 1950s through the 1980s — ranch-style homes with outdated electrical systems, deteriorating cast-iron plumbing, inefficient HVAC, and closed-off floor plans that no longer suit modern living. TrueBuilt specializes in transforming these properties into high-performing, architecturally stunning homes.
Whether you own a mid-century ranch in Allandale, a Craftsman bungalow in Travis Heights, or a classic brick home in Hyde Park, our design-build team handles every phase of your whole-home remodel — from structural engineering and city permitting to final finishes and landscaping restoration.
- Load-bearing wall removal and open-concept conversions
- Electrical panel upgrades (100-amp to 200-amp or higher)
- Cast-iron drain replacement with modern PVC or ABS
- HVAC redesign with high-efficiency zoned systems
- Foundation repair and post-tension slab evaluation
- Historic preservation compliance (Austin HLC navigation)
Scope of Work
Structural Engineering & Open Concepts
We collaborate with licensed structural engineers to safely remove load-bearing walls, install flush steel beams (W-flange and LVL), and create the open floor plans that Austin homeowners demand. Every modification is stamped, permitted, and inspected.
Electrical & Plumbing Modernization
We upgrade outdated 100-amp panels to 200-amp (or 400-amp for larger homes), replace knob-and-tube or aluminum wiring with copper, re-plumb with PEX supply lines, and swap deteriorating cast-iron drain stacks for modern ABS or PVC systems.
HVAC & Energy Efficiency
Complete ductwork redesign with proper Manual J load calculations, spray foam insulation in attics and crawl spaces, high-performance Low-E windows, and systems engineered to meet Austin Energy Green Building standards for year-round comfort and lower utility bills.
Kitchen & Living Space Integration
Open-concept living, dining, and kitchen areas with custom cabinetry, premium quartz or granite countertops, designer pendant and recessed lighting, and appliance-grade electrical circuits. We design kitchens that are as functional as they are beautiful.
Bathroom Overhauls
Master bath renovations with curbless walk-in showers, freestanding soaking tubs, heated tile flooring, and modern floating vanities. Guest bath updates, plumbing relocations, and fixtures that combine style with long-term durability.
Historic Preservation & Code Compliance
For homes in Austin's historic districts, we navigate the Historic Landmark Commission review process, delivering modern interiors behind preserved exteriors. Full permit management from application through final Certificate of Occupancy.
Our Full Home Remodeling Process
Feasibility Assessment
We evaluate your lot, zoning overlays, existing structural conditions, foundation integrity, and budget parameters to confirm that a full gut renovation is viable and accurately scoped before you invest a dollar.
Design & Planning
Our design team creates detailed 3D renderings, material selection boards, and a comprehensive fixed-price proposal. You see every finish, fixture, and layout decision before construction begins — no vague allowances or surprise change orders.
Permitting & Pre-Construction
We submit all applications to the City of Austin Development Services Department, respond to plan review comments, schedule required inspections, and coordinate trade contractors so your build starts on the agreed timeline.
Construction & Handover
You receive daily updates with photos through your dedicated client portal. Payments are tied to verified milestones — not calendar dates. We conduct a thorough final walkthrough, address every punch-list item, and hand over your transformed home.
What Goes Into a Full Home Remodeling?
Key factors that shape your investment:
- Load-bearing wall removal and open-concept conversions require structural engineering and beam installation
- Electrical panel upgrades (older Austin homes often require 100A to 200A+ service upgrades)
- Cast-iron drain line replacement is common in pre-1980 Austin homes and adds significant scope
- City of Austin permit fees and plan review complexity vary by project scope and neighborhood overlay
- Historic Landmark overlay districts (Hyde Park, Travis Heights) add design review requirements
* Project investment is highly specific to your home's existing conditions, size, and material selections. Contact us for a free, accurate proposal.