Answers for Mandeville & Northshore Homeowners

Look for a licensed, insured contractor with local experience, verifiable reviews, and a willingness to give you a detailed, thorough estimate rather than a vague number. Ask how they handle permits, who will actually manage your project day to day, and whether you’ll be working with the owner directly or a rotating cast of subcontractors. You can verify any Louisiana contractor’s license at lslbc.louisiana.gov before you sign anything.

A free, no-obligation consultation. We walk your home, talk through your goals and budget, and follow up with a detailed written estimate. From there, we move into design and material selections before any construction begins.

Yes. We handle everything from single-room updates and handyman repairs to full kitchen and bathroom renovations, additions, and whole-home remodels.

Most kitchen renovations in Mandeville and the Northshore fall into three ranges: a cosmetic refresh (new counters, backsplash, lighting, and paint) runs about $15,000–$25,000; a remodel with new cabinetry, countertops, and flooring runs about $25,000–$50,000; and layout changes with wall removal or custom cabinetry run $50,000 and up. You’ll get a detailed, thorough estimate before any work begins so you know exactly what’s included.

Most bathroom renovations in Mandeville range from $15,000 to $30,000, depending on materials, layout changes, and the condition of the existing space. Basic updates that keep the existing layout can start around $8,000. Full primary bathroom renovations typically start around $30,000 and go up from there with larger layouts, custom tile work, or premium fixtures. Tub-to-shower conversions and full custom tile work tend to land toward the higher end of the standard range.

Whole-home renovations vary more than any other kind of project, because the scope is whatever your house needs — wall removal, how many kitchens and baths are included, how much flooring is replaced, and the finishes you choose. As one example, our Beau Chêne project — wall removal, a structural beam, a new pantry and laundry room, and about 2,000 sq ft of new flooring — came in around $70,000 over 8 weeks. You’ll get a detailed, thorough estimate specific to your home after we walk it with you.

Because vague quotes are how homeowners end up with cost overruns. We spell out materials, labor, and scope before construction starts so you know what you’re paying for — and we explain up front how any hidden conditions will be handled if we find them once walls are opened.

Yes. We walk your home, discuss your goals and budget, and provide a detailed estimate — no obligation, no pressure.

Yes. While we don’t provide loans ourselves, we work regularly with local renovation-loan specialists who can walk you through conventional loans, renovation loans, and refinance options. See our trusted local partners page for lender contacts we personally recommend.

Pricing is home-specific and depends on your property’s size and needs, but plans start as low as $80/month. Plans include bi-annual inspections and preventative checklist items designed to catch small issues before they become expensive repairs. Silver, Gold, and Platinum tiers are available depending on your home’s needs. See our maintenance plans page for details.

Payment structure is laid out clearly in your written estimate before work begins — you’ll know exactly what’s due and when at each stage of the project. No surprise invoices.

Yes. We are a licensed Louisiana residential contractor and fully insured. LA GC License #886155. You can verify our license directly through the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors.

Absolutely — we manage all permitting and code compliance for your project, coordinating with the City of Mandeville, Covington, Madisonville, and St. Tammany Parish so you don’t have to navigate it yourself.

Structural, electrical, and plumbing work typically requires inspection under St. Tammany Parish code. We schedule and coordinate all required inspections as part of the project — it’s built into our process, not an extra step you have to manage.

It depends on the scope. Cosmetic work like paint, cabinet refacing, or fixture swaps often doesn’t require a permit, while layout changes, electrical, or plumbing work usually does. We’ll tell you exactly what’s required for your specific project during the estimate phase.

Most kitchen renovations take 8–14 weeks from planning through completion, with about 6–10 weeks of that in construction, depending on the scope of work, material lead times, and permitting.

Most bathroom renovations take 2–4 weeks. Larger primary bathrooms with expanded scope typically take 6–8 weeks, depending on size and how quickly material selections are finalized.

The most common causes are custom material lead times, permitting delays, and slow material selections. We flag potential delays upfront during the estimate phase so timelines stay realistic — not optimistic.

In most cases, yes. Whole-home renovations may require temporary adjustments to daily routines, but single-room projects like kitchens and bathrooms typically allow you to stay in your home throughout construction. We’ll talk through what to expect for your specific project.

Yes. Whether it’s opening a closed-off kitchen, relocating an island, or reworking plumbing and electrical to support a new layout, we handle both cosmetic updates and full layout changes.

Most homeowners stay in their homes during a kitchen renovation. We’ll walk you through what to expect for a temporary kitchen setup and coordinate work to minimize disruption to your daily routine.

We’re seeing a lot of demand for large islands with seating, quartz countertops, two-tone cabinetry, and open shelving mixed with full-height cabinets. That said, the best kitchen is one built around how you actually cook and live — trends are a starting point, not a requirement.

We use the Schluter Kerdi waterproofing system (or RedGard as an alternative depending on the application) — a modern membrane system that goes well beyond just tile and grout. Improper waterproofing is one of the most common and costly mistakes we see in older Mandeville bathrooms, and it’s something we take seriously on every project.

Full master bathroom renovations typically start around $30,000 and go up from there for larger layouts, dual vanities, custom tile work, or premium fixtures. Our Heritage Heights primary bathroom in Mandeville, for example, was a $50K–$60K full renovation. Master baths tend to run higher than secondary bathrooms because of their larger footprint and higher-end finish expectations.

Master bathrooms are usually larger, which means more tile, more plumbing runs, and more fixtures. They also tend to include upgrades that secondary bathrooms often skip — dual vanities, freestanding tubs, larger walk-in showers, and premium finishes — all of which add to the overall scope and cost.

For many homeowners, yes — especially in older homes with large garden tubs that go unused. Walk-in showers are easier to maintain, use space more efficiently, and are a popular upgrade among Mandeville homeowners.

Yes — and it’s more common than most homeowners expect, especially in homes built in the 80s and 90s. Our background includes water damage assessment, so if we find hidden moisture issues once demo starts, we know exactly how to evaluate and address them properly rather than just covering them back up.

Proper waterproofing membranes, adequate exhaust ventilation, and mold-resistant grout and materials go a long way in our humid climate. We factor moisture management into every bathroom renovation, not just the visible finishes.

We guide you through layout, materials, fixtures, and color selections as part of our full-service process — you make the choices, we handle sourcing and coordination with our trade partners. Most homeowners don’t need a separate designer.

We do. Full-service project management means we coordinate all materials and trades — you’re not left tracking down cabinet deliveries or chasing subcontractors yourself.

In some cases, yes — talk with us during the estimate phase. Just know that owner-supplied materials can affect warranty coverage and timelines, so we’ll walk you through the tradeoffs before you decide.

Yes. Our owner holds the Age Safe America Senior Home Safety Specialist® credential, with training focused on fall prevention and home accessibility, and it guides every aging-in-place assessment and renovation we do.

No — that’s exactly what we design around. Zero-entry showers, grab bars, and wider doorways can all be done with clean, modern finishes that fit your home’s style, not clinical hardware bolted onto an otherwise untouched room.

They typically help. Wider doorways, walk-in showers, and better lighting appeal to a broad range of buyers, not just older homeowners — accessibility and good design usually overlap more than people expect. See our full Aging-in-Place Resource Hub for guides and local programs.

No — that’s our job. We coordinate every trade, order all materials, and manage the schedule from demolition through final walkthrough. You make the selections; we handle the logistics.

You work directly with Ryan Cartier, the owner — not a rotating cast of sales reps or project managers. Ryan is involved in every project for consistency and accountability.

Texts, calls, and photo updates throughout the project — you’ll always know what’s happening and when. No disappearing acts, no guessing where things stand.

Tell us right away — the earlier we know, the easier it is to adjust. Clear, ongoing communication is built into how we work specifically so small concerns get resolved before they become bigger problems.

Yes — workmanship is backed by our warranty, and manufacturer warranties apply to materials and fixtures. We’ll walk through exactly what’s covered as part of your project scope.

Call us. Warranty issues are addressed promptly — we stand behind our work, and our local presence means we’re never far away if something needs a second look.

We’re based in Mandeville and serve homeowners throughout Mandeville, Covington, Madisonville, Abita Springs, Lacombe, and Slidell — all of St. Tammany Parish and the greater Northshore.