Home Renovation in Farmers Branch, TX

A whole-home renovation in Farmers Branch is a practical, value-driven project. Farmers Branch homes — mostly built between 1960 and 1995 — have solid bones: brick exteriors, real hardwood framing, good bones worth investing in. But after 30–60 years of service, they need more than just cosmetic updates: the kitchens are small and closed off, the master bathrooms have original fiberglass surrounds, the floor plans no longer match modern life, and the systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing) are due for replacement. A well-planned Farmers Branch renovation brings a 1980s or 1990s starter home up to current upper-mid standards for a total budget that still makes sense relative to home values of $300,000 to $650,000.

At UHS Remodeling, we handle every part of the Farmers Branch renovation process: design coordination, City of Farmers Branch permitting, demolition, structural work, systems updates, millwork, cabinetry, countertops, flooring, and 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 HQ gives us full DFW coverage across Farmers Branch, Carrollton, Addison, Dallas, and Plano.

Farmers Branch Home Renovation — 3 Project Tiers

Every Farmers Branch 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 ($75,000 – $180,000)

This tier serves Farmers Branch homeowners who want to modernize the most used spaces without a full gut. Scope typically includes: full custom kitchen remodel with solid-wood cabinetry and quartz countertops, 1–2 bathroom renovations (primary plus a secondary), refinished hardwood 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: 10–14 weeks.

Tier 2: Full-Home Renovation ($180,000 – $360,000)

The core of Farmers Branch home renovation. This tier covers Valley View, Brookhaven, and Historic District homes where the owner wants every interior space brought up to current standard. Scope: complete gut and rebuild of the kitchen, every bathroom, and secondary spaces (laundry, mudroom, pantry, closets); new hardwood or engineered wood floors throughout; full millwork package including custom built-ins, bookshelves, and mudroom organizers; targeted plumbing, electrical, and HVAC updates; new interior doors and hardware; designer lighting throughout; closets rebuilt; and full paint and trim package. Timeline: 4–8 months.

Tier 3: Gut Renovation & Structural Changes ($360,000 – $600,000+)

The most ambitious Farmers Branch 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); roof or window replacement; whole-home plumbing and electrical replacement; added square footage through a rear or side addition; excavated or improved storage; outdoor living terraces with covered patios; and basic landscape coordination. These projects typically run 8–13 months and deliver the most dramatic transformation of an older Farmers Branch home.

Farmers Branch Home Renovation Cost Breakdown

Farmers Branch Renovation by Neighborhood

Historic District & Mercer (1960s–1970s Ranches)

These older Farmers Branch homes have compact footprints (1,400–2,200 sq ft) and closed 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.

Valley View & Brookhaven (1980s–1990s)

Larger Farmers Branch homes (2,200–3,200 sq ft) with better bones and more usable footprints. Renovations here typically replace finishes across the whole home rather than modifying the floor plan dramatically: new custom kitchen, rebuilt master and secondary baths, refinished hardwoods, upgraded lighting, new interior doors, fresh paint, and upgraded trim and baseboards. Tier 2 scopes in the $200K–$320K range are common.

Belt Line Corridor

A mix of 1960s–1990s homes in the central area. Projects here are usually part of broader Tier 1 or early Tier 2 renovations focused on efficiently modernizing the feel of the main living areas.

Newer Builds & Townhomes

Farmers Branch has newer infill builds and townhomes (2000–present) that typically need targeted upgrades rather than gut renovations. Tier 1 scopes cover most of these projects.

2026 Farmers Branch Renovation Trends

Opening the Floor Plan

The single most common renovation change in 2026 Farmers Branch projects is removing the wall between the kitchen and family room. Older Farmers Branch homes were designed with compartmentalized floor plans that no longer match how families live. Removing this wall (engineered with a beam) is the highest-impact structural change we make.

Systems Replacement on 1960s–1980s Homes

Full HVAC replacement, updated 200-amp electrical service, and replacing galvanized plumbing with PEX are common line items in Tier 2 and Tier 3 projects on older Farmers Branch homes. The walls are already open, so the incremental cost is modest compared to retrofitting later.

Refinishing Over Replacing

Many Farmers Branch homes have beautiful original oak or pine hardwood floors under old carpet or laminate. Refinishing is usually the better move: it preserves the character of the home, is significantly cheaper than new flooring, and delivers a warmer result than most modern engineered wood.

Practical Luxury Over Showpiece Luxury

Farmers Branch homeowners strongly favor durable, daily-use luxury over showpiece aesthetics. Quartz over marble. Porcelain tile over natural stone. Semi-custom cabinetry over full-custom artisan builds. The goal is a beautiful home that performs well for 20 years, not a magazine spread.

Farmers Branch Renovation Project Gallery

Why Farmers Branch 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.
• Value-engineered for the Farmers Branch market. We source materials and finishes that deliver real quality at Farmers Branch-appropriate pricing.
• City of Farmers Branch permitting expertise. We handle the full permitting process.
• Plano HQ with full DFW coverage. Our central Plano location serves Farmers Branch and all of DFW.
• 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.

“We bought a 1982 Valley View home planning to live in it forever, but we had to fix everything first. UHS gutted the kitchen, rebuilt three bathrooms, refinished the hardwoods, repainted the entire house, replaced the HVAC, and opened the wall between the kitchen and family room. Six-month project, fixed-price contract within 3%. The house looks and feels like a brand new home.”
— Verified Google review, UHS Remodeling