Locally Owned. Professionally Built. Personally Invested.

My name is Ryan Cartier, owner of Total Construction & Renovation LLC. I was born and raised here on the Northshore, and I built this company with one mission:

“Create a renovation experience that is stress-free, professional, transparent, and built to last.”

We live where we work — right here in Mandeville — and we proudly serve the communities we call home. When you hire us, you’re working with a contractor who is 10 minutes away, easy to reach, and committed to the people of St. Tammany Parish.

What We Do

We provide full-service residential renovation and construction, including:

✔ Kitchen Remodeling

Custom layouts, cabinets, countertops, tile, lighting, and full transformations.

✔ Bathroom Remodeling

Walk-in showers, tub conversions, tilework, vanities, lighting, and complete redesigns.

✔ Home Additions & Whole-Home Renovations

Adding square footage, opening floor plans, updating older homes, and full interior rebuilds.

✔ Aging-in-Place & Accessibility Upgrades

Grab bars, curbless showers, widened doorways, ramps, and mobility-friendly design.

✔ Handyman & Small Projects

Punch lists, repairs, drywall, paint, trim, flooring, minor plumbing/electrical.

✔ Home Maintenance Plans (Silver, Gold & Platinum)

Bi-annual protection and preventative services to reduce long-term repair costs.

✔ New Construction & Detached Structures

Workshops, garages, outdoor structures, porches, decks, and more.

Why Homeowners Choose Us

Homeowners across Mandeville, Covington, Madisonville, Abita Springs, and Lacombe trust us because we offer:

⭐ Licensed & Insured Contractor – LA GC License #886155

Your home is protected — and your project is handled by qualified professionals.

⭐ Better Communication

Texts, calls, updates, photos — you always know what’s happening and when.

⭐ Reliable Scheduling & Clean Worksites

We respect your time and your home. No disappearing acts or messy job sites.

⭐ Local Expertise

We understand parish permitting, local building styles, HOA guidelines, and common Northshore home issues.

⭐ Detailed Craftsmanship

Every trim cut, tile line, and finish detail matters.
Our work is built for longevity — not shortcuts.

⭐ Personal Attention

You work directly with the owner — not a chain of middlemen.

Our Renovation Process

A clear and predictable process gives you confidence from start to finish:

1. Consultation & Walkthrough

We learn your goals, style, needs, and budget.

2. Detailed Estimate & Scope

Transparent pricing, materials, timeline, and expectations.

3. Design & Selections

Layouts, tile, fixtures, lighting, paint, cabinets — we help you choose everything.

4. Construction Phase

Licensed professionals complete demolition, framing, plumbing, electrical, finishes, and punch list.

5. Final Walkthrough & Warranty

We inspect every detail with you to ensure perfection.

What Our Clients Say

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“Outstanding work and communication from start to finish. The attention to detail was impeccable.”
— Homeowner, Mandeville

“Ryan and his team made the renovation process stress-free. Highly recommend!”
— Homeowner, Covington

Service Area

We proudly serve:

Cities

• Mandeville
• Covington
• Madisonville
• Abita Springs
• Lacombe

Neighborhoods

Greenleaves, Beau Chene, Spring Haven, TerraBella, Maison du Lac, The Woodlands, French Branch, Magnolia Ridge, River Oaks, Chenier, Victory Estates, and more.

Our Promise to You

We promise to deliver:

• Honest communication
• Reliable timelines
• Clear expectations
• High-quality craftsmanship
• A clean, respectful crew
• A renovation you’ll be proud of

Your home is your biggest investment.
We treat it with the care, respect, and professionalism it deserves.

Ready to Work With a Contractor You Can Trust?

Request Your Consultation Today

We’d love to hear about your project and help bring your vision to life.

Our Real Estate Partner: SellNorthShore.com

For homeowners considering selling instead of renovating, we also operate SellNorthShore.com, a local home-buying service that helps people sell quickly, as-is, or before making repairs. This gives our clients more options based on their goals — renovate, sell, or both.