Cost of a Full Home Remodel in the Greater Seattle Area
Full home remodels we build across the Greater Seattle Area start at $125,000+ for a condo and $200,000+ for a whole home refresh. Remodels with layout changes start at $300,000+, and gut renovations start at $500,000+.
Prices set by Bar Unger, owner of Volcano Builders, Inc. WA contractor license VOLCABI792C6. Updated October 2026.
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Full Home Remodel Pricing by Scope and Finish Level
Price depends on three things: which rooms are in scope, whether walls and plumbing move, and the finish level. Pick a scope to see a typical home, what each finish level includes, and real homes we completed.
Condo and Townhome Remodels
Everything inside the unit
Typical size: 700 to 1,500 sq ft · 1 to 2 bedrooms, 1 to 2 baths
Common scope: Kitchen and baths rebuilt · New floors and paint through the unit
Typical timeline: 3 to 5 months on site, after design and permits
Basic
Functional + affordable
Starting at
$125,000+
Includes a standard material allowance. Upgrades are priced from your selections.
- Kitchen rebuilt in the same layout
- Two baths rebuilt in the same layout
- LVP or laminate through every room
- Paint walls, trim and doors
- New lighting, switches and outlets
- Permits and HOA coordination
Best for: A full refresh of the whole unit
Mid-Range
Style + durability
Starting at
$175,000+
Includes a standard material allowance. Upgrades are priced from your selections.
- Everything in Basic
- Semi-custom kitchen cabinets and quartz
- Tiled showers with glass
- One continuous floor through the unit
- Recessed lighting plan
- Electrical and plumbing updates while walls are open
Luxury
Design + premium finish
Starting at
$250,000+
Includes a standard material allowance. Upgrades are priced from your selections.
- Custom cabinetry
- Stone or quartzite counters
- Wood floors
- Designer tile in both baths
- Layered lighting with dimmers
- Full selections with our designer
Super-Luxury
No limits
Starting at
$350,000+
Includes a standard material allowance. Upgrades are priced from your selections.
- Kitchen re-layout within building rules
- Full custom millwork and built-ins
- Slab stone surfaces
- Heated bath floors
- Smart lighting and controls
- Dedicated design and project management
Design and permits: drawings, structural engineering and permit fees are priced separately in the design phase. See design and permit services. Appliance purchase and installation are not included. We prepare the connections.
Not included in starting prices: Design, structural engineering and permit fees · Appliance purchase and installation · Rot, mold, asbestos, lead or old wiring found at demo · Moving, storage or temporary housing · Material upgrades beyond the allowance · HOA fees, deposits and building requirements · Structural changes · HVAC replacement. We price these in writing if your project needs them.
Real homes we completed at this scope
Whole Condo Remodel in Renton, WAAbout $150,000 · Completed 2024
Condo Kitchen and Wood Floor Remodel in Seattle, WAAbout $90,000 · Completed 2023
Past project prices from the year each home was completed. Material and labor costs have risen since, which is why the starting prices above are higher.
Whole Home Refresh
Layout stays, everything inside is new
Typical size: 1,500 to 2,500 sq ft house · kitchen, 2 baths, floors, paint
Common scope: Walls and plumbing stay where they are
Typical timeline: 4 to 7 months on site, after design and permits
Basic
Functional + affordable
Starting at
$200,000+
Includes a standard material allowance. Upgrades are priced from your selections.
- Kitchen with new cabinets in the same layout
- Two baths rebuilt in the same layout
- New floors through main living areas
- Paint walls, trim and doors
- New lighting fixtures and devices
- Permits and inspections managed
Best for: A new interior without moving walls
Mid-Range
Style + durability
Starting at
$275,000+
Includes a standard material allowance. Upgrades are priced from your selections.
- Everything in Basic
- Quartz counters and an island where space allows
- Tiled showers with niches and glass
- Hardwood or premium plank floors and stairs
- New interior doors and trim
- Recessed lighting plan
Luxury
Design + premium finish
Starting at
$400,000+
Includes a standard material allowance. Upgrades are priced from your selections.
- Custom cabinetry
- Stone counters and slab backsplash
- Designer tile in every bath
- Fireplace or feature wall
- Stair railing upgrade
- Full design package with 3D drawings
Super-Luxury
No limits
Starting at
$550,000+
Includes a standard material allowance. Upgrades are priced from your selections.
- Full custom millwork throughout
- Book-matched slab stone
- Heated floors in every bath
- Smart lighting and controls
- Premium fixtures and hardware
- Dedicated design and project management
Design and permits: drawings, structural engineering and permit fees are priced separately in the design phase. See design and permit services. Appliance purchase and installation are not included. We prepare the connections.
Not included in starting prices: Design, structural engineering and permit fees · Appliance purchase and installation · Rot, mold, asbestos, lead or old wiring found at demo · Moving, storage or temporary housing · Material upgrades beyond the allowance · Structural changes · HVAC replacement · Roof, siding, windows and other exterior work. We price these in writing if your project needs them.
Real homes we completed at this scope
Past project prices from the year each home was completed. Material and labor costs have risen since, which is why the starting prices above are higher.
Remodels with Layout Changes
Walls opened, rooms moved
Typical size: 1,500 to 3,000 sq ft house · open main floor, kitchen and baths moved
Common scope: Open kitchen and living · Baths moved or added · New primary suite layout
Typical timeline: 6 to 10 months on site, after design and permits
Basic
Functional + affordable
Starting at
$300,000+
Includes a standard material allowance. Upgrades are priced from your selections.
- Walls opened with a new beam
- Kitchen opened to living areas
- Two baths rebuilt, plumbing moved where needed
- New floors throughout
- Electrical updated for the new layout
- Paint throughout
Best for: A new floor plan inside the same house
Mid-Range
Style + durability
Starting at
$400,000+
Includes a standard material allowance. Upgrades are priced from your selections.
- Everything in Basic
- Kitchen island with seating
- Primary bath with walk-in shower and double vanity
- Hardwood or premium plank floors
- Stair rebuild or new railing
- Lighting plan throughout
Luxury
Design + premium finish
Starting at
$550,000+
Includes a standard material allowance. Upgrades are priced from your selections.
- Custom cabinetry and millwork
- Stone or quartzite counters
- Primary suite with freestanding tub
- Feature fireplace
- Heated floors in baths
- Full design package with 3D drawings
Super-Luxury
No limits
Starting at
$750,000+
Includes a standard material allowance. Upgrades are priced from your selections.
- Full re-layout of the main floor
- Designer fixtures throughout
- Custom stonework
- Whole house lighting controls
- Premium doors and hardware
- Dedicated design and project management
Design and permits: drawings, structural engineering and permit fees are priced separately in the design phase. See design and permit services. Appliance purchase and installation are not included. We prepare the connections.
Not included in starting prices: Design, structural engineering and permit fees · Appliance purchase and installation · Rot, mold, asbestos, lead or old wiring found at demo · Moving, storage or temporary housing · Material upgrades beyond the allowance · Roof, siding, windows and other exterior work. We price these in writing if your project needs them.
Real homes we completed at this scope
Past project prices from the year each home was completed. Material and labor costs have risen since, which is why the starting prices above are higher.
Gut Renovations
Down to the studs, new systems
Typical size: 2,000 sq ft+ house · every room, new electrical, plumbing and HVAC
Common scope: Full interior rebuild · New systems · Layout redesign
Typical timeline: 9 to 14 months on site, after design and permits
Basic
Functional + affordable
Starting at
$500,000+
Includes a standard material allowance. Upgrades are priced from your selections.
- Interior taken to the studs
- New electrical, panel as required
- New plumbing supply and drains
- Insulation and drywall throughout
- New kitchen and all baths
- Floors, doors, trim and paint throughout
Best for: Older homes that need new systems
Mid-Range
Style + durability
Starting at
$650,000+
Includes a standard material allowance. Upgrades are priced from your selections.
- Everything in Basic
- Layout redesign
- New heat pump or HVAC
- Windows replaced where needed
- Semi-custom cabinetry throughout
- Tiled baths with glass
Luxury
Design + premium finish
Starting at
$850,000+
Includes a standard material allowance. Upgrades are priced from your selections.
- Custom cabinetry and millwork
- Stone and slab surfaces
- Heated floors
- Premium windows and doors
- Smart lighting and controls
- Full design package with 3D drawings
Super-Luxury
No limits
Starting at
$1,200,000+
Includes a standard material allowance. Upgrades are priced from your selections.
- Full re-layout and structural changes
- Designer fixtures and ultra premium brands
- Custom stonework
- Whole house automation
- Envelope and energy upgrades
- Dedicated design and project management
Design and permits: drawings, structural engineering and permit fees are priced separately in the design phase. See design and permit services. Appliance purchase and installation are not included. We prepare the connections.
Not included in starting prices: Design, structural engineering and permit fees · Appliance purchase and installation · Rot, mold, asbestos, lead or old wiring found at demo · Moving, storage or temporary housing · Material upgrades beyond the allowance · Foundation repair · Additions and new square footage. We price these in writing if your project needs them.
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What Our Clients Say
Had a great experience working with Volcano Builders on remodeling bathroom and flooring in my condo! Bar and his team were very professional from estimates to timely completion of the job! Highly recommend!
We were nervous about hiring a contractor because we were first-time homeowners, but Volcano Builders made it easy to understand. They made everything clear and helped us stick to our budget. I'm very happy with how everything turned out.
Bar and the team at Volcano Builders did a great job! Professional service, great communication throughout the whole process, and everything was done with care and attention to detail. Highly recommend!
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What sets the price
The 3 Things That Control Price
Each kitchen and bath in scope adds cabinets, tile, plumbing and time.
Keeping walls and plumbing where they are saves serious money. Moving them needs engineering and permits.
Most of the difference between Basic and Luxury is cabinetry, stone, tile and lighting.
Watch for
What Can Raise the Cost
- Older home systemsGalvanized pipe, knob and tube wiring and small electrical panels often need replacing once walls are open.
- Structural workRemoving load-bearing walls needs a beam, temporary shoring and engineering.
- Hidden conditions at demoRot, mold, asbestos or lead show up in older homes. We price repairs in writing before we fix them.
- Custom cabinetry and stoneCustom cabinets and slab stone add cost and 8 to 12 weeks of lead time.
- Condo building rulesHOA approvals, work hours, elevator booking and parking add time and cost.
- Living in the housePhasing the work around a family adds time. Moving out for the main phase is faster.
What's Included by Tier
| Feature | Basic | Mid-Range | Luxury | Super-Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Design, engineering and permit drawings | Separate | Separate | Separate | Separate |
| Permits and inspections | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Demo and disposal | Included | Included | Included | Included |
| Kitchen cabinetry | Semi-custom | Upgraded | Custom | Full custom |
| Counters | Quartz | Quartzite | Stone | Slab stone |
| Bathrooms | Same layout | Tiled showers | Designer tile | Spa finishes |
| Flooring | LVP | Hardwood | Wood or stone | Premium |
| Doors and trim | Paint | New | Custom | Millwork |
| Lighting | New fixtures | Recessed | Layered | Smart |
| Electrical and plumbing | Where open | Where open | Where open | Where open |
| Project manager | Included | Included | Included | Dedicated |
"Starting at" prices reflect typical completed projects in the Greater Seattle Area and are not a quote. Final pricing depends on size, layout changes, material selections, permits and what we find behind the walls. Every project is priced in writing after a site visit.
2-year workmanship warranty
Every home we remodel carries a 2-year workmanship warranty, extendable to 5 years. Materials carry their manufacturer's warranty. See warranty details
Financing options are available for full home remodels.
Prices updated October 2026
Full Home Remodel Cost Questions
How much does a full home remodel cost in the Greater Seattle Area?
A condo or townhome remodel starts at $125,000+. A whole home refresh that keeps the layout starts at $200,000+, a remodel with layout changes at $300,000+ and a gut renovation at $500,000+. Every project is priced in writing after a site visit.
What does a whole house remodel cost per square foot?
Scope moves the price more than square footage. As a guide, a whole home refresh of a 1,500 to 2,500 sq ft house starts at $200,000+, and a gut renovation of a 2,000 sq ft+ house starts at $500,000+.
How much does it cost to remodel a 2,000 sq ft house?
It depends on scope. Keeping the layout starts at $200,000+. Opening walls and moving the kitchen or baths starts at $300,000+. Taking the house to the studs with new systems starts at $500,000+.
How much does a condo remodel cost?
A full condo or townhome remodel starts at $125,000+ for the kitchen, 2 baths, floors and paint, and $175,000+ at Mid-Range. HOA fees and building requirements are priced separately.
Are materials included in the price?
Yes. Every tier includes a standard material allowance for cabinets, counters, tile, flooring and fixtures. Upgrades beyond the allowance are priced from your selections. Appliances are not included.
Are design, engineering and permit fees included?
No. Drawings, structural engineering and permit fees are priced separately during the design phase. See our design and permit services page.
Is it cheaper to remodel the whole house at once?
Usually yes. One permit, one demo and one crew schedule cost less than separate projects over several years, and finishes match from room to room.
Can we live in the house during a full remodel?
For a condo or a refresh, many families stay and we phase the work. For layout changes or a gut renovation, moving out for the main phase is safer and faster.
How long does a full home remodel take?
On site: a condo takes 3 to 5 months, a whole home refresh 4 to 7 months, a remodel with layout changes 6 to 10 months and a gut renovation 9 to 14 months. Design and permits come before that.
Does a whole home remodel need a permit in Seattle or Bellevue?
Yes when walls, plumbing, electrical or structure change. Seattle permits go through SDCI and Bellevue permits through the City of Bellevue. We manage the permit process.
What warranty do you give?
Every remodel carries a 2-year workmanship warranty, extendable to 5 years. Materials carry their manufacturer's warranty.
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