Home Renovation in Addison, TX

A whole-home renovation in Addison is a distinctive type of project. Within the Town’s compact 4.4 square miles, homes range from 1,500 sq ft urban mid-rise condominiums in Addison Circle and Vitruvian Park to 6,000 sq ft estate single-family homes in Bent Tree and Prestonwood — and every renovation scope is shaped by which housing type you own. Addison homeowners typically commit to a renovation for one of two reasons: updating a 1980s or 1990s single-family home with original finishes to current modern standards, or customizing a new-build or relatively new condominium beyond the builder-grade specs. Either way, Addison home values ($500K–$1.5M+) support meaningful investment in a proper design-build renovation.

At UHS Remodeling, we handle every part of the Addison renovation process: design coordination, Town of Addison permitting, demolition, structural work, systems updates, millwork, natural stone, custom cabinetry, and the final punch-list. Our renovations are led by one dedicated UHS project manager and built by one W-2 crew for the life of the project — no rotating subcontractors. We provide fixed-price contracts with full line-item transparency, daily photo updates, and a written 3-year workmanship warranty. Our Plano headquarters gives us full DFW coverage — one contractor, one team, for projects in Addison, Carrollton, Farmers Branch, Dallas, and Plano.

Addison Home Renovation — 3 Project Tiers

Every Addison renovation project is different, but our work generally falls into three scope tiers. Here is how to think about budget and what each tier delivers.

Tier 1: Partial Renovation — Core Rooms Refresh ($130,000 – $280,000)

This tier serves Addison homeowners who want to modernize the most used spaces without a full gut. Scope typically includes: full custom kitchen remodel with European-style or flat-panel cabinetry and quartz countertops, 1–2 bathroom renovations (primary plus a secondary), refinished hardwood or new engineered wood floors on the main level, fresh paint throughout, new lighting plan with designer fixtures, updated hardware packages, and targeted electrical and plumbing upgrades. We preserve the home’s existing layout and focus budget on visible, daily-use upgrades. Timeline: 12–18 weeks.

Tier 2: Full-Home Renovation ($280,000 – $650,000)

The core of Addison home renovation. This tier covers Bent Tree, Prestonwood, and larger Addison homes where the owner wants every interior space brought up to current modern standard. Scope: complete gut and rebuild of the kitchen, every bathroom, and secondary spaces (laundry, mudroom, pantry, closets); new hardwood or large-format porcelain floors throughout; full millwork package including custom built-ins and bookshelves; targeted plumbing, electrical, and HVAC updates; new interior doors and hardware; designer lighting throughout; closets and dressing rooms rebuilt; smart home integration (Lutron, Savant, Control4); and full paint and wall covering package. We coordinate with an interior designer or provide in-house design service. Timeline: 6–11 months.

Tier 3: Gut Renovation & Structural Changes ($650,000 – $950,000+)

The most ambitious Addison renovations reimagine the architecture, not just the finishes. Scope includes everything in Tier 2 plus: structural modifications (wall removals, steel beam installation, ceiling height changes, window enlargements to open the home to outdoor spaces); roof or window replacement; whole-home plumbing and electrical replacement; added square footage through a rear addition; excavated or improved storage; outdoor living terraces, covered patios, and outdoor kitchens; and full landscape coordination. These projects typically run 10–16 months and deliver the most dramatic transformation of an older Addison home. Licensed Texas structural engineer engaged for all load-bearing changes.

Addison Home Renovation Cost Breakdown

Where does the budget actually go on a full Addison renovation? Here is how the total breaks down across the three tiers.

Addison Renovation by Neighborhood

The right renovation approach depends on the housing type, age, and existing layout. Here is how we approach the most common Addison neighborhoods.

Addison Circle & Vitruvian Park (Mid-Rise Customization)

Renovating a mid-rise condominium or luxury townhome is a different kind of project than a single-family renovation. The structural bones are fixed by the building, so the scope focuses entirely on interior finishes, custom cabinetry, and systems that can be replaced inside the unit. Scope: full European handleless kitchen, master and secondary bath rebuilds, new engineered wood or large-format porcelain floors, closet systems, lighting plan, and smart home integration. Mid-rise renovations require building management coordination (freight elevator scheduling, work hour compliance, noise restrictions, insurance documentation, debris removal) — work we handle routinely. Most Addison Circle and Vitruvian renovations fall in the Tier 1 and early Tier 2 ranges because structural changes are limited.

Bent Tree & Prestonwood (Estate Single-Family)

Bent Tree and Prestonwood contain Addison’s largest single-family homes (3,500–6,000 sq ft, typically 1980s–1990s builds). These homes are excellent Tier 2 and Tier 3 candidates: the footprint is generous, the bones are good, but the finishes throughout are builder-grade from 30–40 years ago. A full renovation here typically replaces every surface in the home while also opening interior walls to create modern flow — removing the wall between the kitchen and family room, opening up formal living rooms that no longer get used, and expanding master suites. Most Bent Tree and Prestonwood projects involve at least some structural work.

Original Addison & Belt Line Corridor

The older core of Addison contains 1970s and 1980s single-family homes with smaller footprints (1,800–3,200 sq ft) and more compartmentalized floor plans. Gut renovations here often involve removing multiple interior walls, rebuilding the kitchen as the centerpiece, modernizing all bathrooms, refinishing original hardwoods, and updating all systems. Tier 2 and Tier 3 gut renovations with structural changes are common here.

Townhomes & Luxury Attached Condominiums

Addison has significant inventory of luxury townhomes (Savoye, Residences at Addison Circle, and others) typically built between 2005 and 2020. These properties usually need targeted updates rather than gut renovations — a new kitchen, updated primary bath, and lighting refresh often deliver the full impact. Most townhome projects fall in Tier 1 scope.

2026 Addison Renovation Trends

Opening the Floor Plan

The most common Tier 2 and Tier 3 structural change in 2026 Addison renovations is removing the wall between the kitchen and family room in older single-family homes. 1980s and 1990s Addison homes were designed with compartmentalized floor plans that no longer match how families live. Removing this wall (engineered with a beam) transforms the feel of the main level and is the single highest-impact change we make.

Modern European Aesthetic Throughout

Addison renovations lean heavily modern in 2026 — handleless European cabinetry, flat-panel doors, rift-cut white oak finishes, minimalist stair details, linear lighting, large-format porcelain floors, and full-slab stone. Even traditional Bent Tree homes are moving toward a modernized aesthetic.

Full Systems Replacement on 1980s–1990s Homes

On homes built before 2000, full HVAC replacement, updated electrical service, and replacing original plumbing lines are common line items in Tier 2 and Tier 3 renovation projects. The walls are already open, so the incremental cost to upgrade is modest compared to retrofitting later.

Outdoor Living Expansions

Covered outdoor patios with ceiling fans, outdoor kitchens, fire features, and integrated lighting have become standard adds on larger Addison renovations. Bent Tree and Prestonwood backyards have the space to support meaningful outdoor living additions.

Smart Home Throughout

Addison’s tech-professional demographic drives heavy adoption of whole-home automation (Lutron, Savant, Control4, Crestron) as standard in Tier 2 and Tier 3 renovations. Voice control, integrated music, smart locks, smart thermostats, and connected lighting are now standard.

Addison Renovation Project Gallery

Why Addison Homeowners Choose UHS for Full Renovations

• One dedicated project manager, one crew. Your renovation has one point of accountability from day one through punch-list — no rotating subs.
• Fixed-price contracts with full line-item transparency. Every trade, every material, every permit fee is priced before you sign.
• Plano HQ with full DFW coverage. Our central Plano location gives us full coverage across Addison and all of DFW. One team, one contractor, regardless of where your project is.
• Mid-rise condominium experience. We have managed full renovations in Addison Circle, Vitruvian Park, and other mid-rise buildings — building management coordination is routine for us.
• Town of Addison permitting expertise. We handle the full permitting process with the Town of Addison Building Department.
• Daily photo updates. You see your renovation progress every single day via text.
• 3-year written workmanship warranty. Every trade covered for three full years.
• 500+ verified reviews, 4.9-star average. Google, Facebook, and Angi.

“Our 1988 Bent Tree home needed everything — new kitchen, three new baths, new floors throughout, updated HVAC and electrical, and we wanted to remove the wall between the kitchen and family room. UHS handled all of it over 8 months. The fixed-price contract held within 3% of the original proposal despite three change orders for upgrades we added mid-project. The home is unrecognizable.”
— Verified Google review, UHS Remodeling