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Charleston Whole-Home Renovation

Complete home transformations — from cosmetic updates to full gut renovations.

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Open-plan living room and kitchen after a whole-home renovation, with a coffered ceiling, wide-plank oak floors, two sofas around a round coffee table and a marble-topped island beyond

Licensed CLG.127339

Quick answer: Southeastern Renovation is a licensed South Carolina general contractor (CLG.127339) handling whole-home renovation across Daniel Island, Mount Pleasant, Isle of Palms, Sullivan's Island, James Island, West Ashley and downtown Charleston. Fixed-price and cost-plus contracts are both available depending on scope, and every project is backed by a 1-year workmanship warranty. Call (843) 718-8177 for an estimate.

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Charleston Whole-Home Transformations

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Daniel Island Full Gut Renovation

Complete Remodel · $285K

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Mount Pleasant Modern Update

Cosmetic Renovation · $95K

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West Ashley Historic Restoration

Full Renovation · $175K

What Our Clients Say

★★★★★

"The estimate wasn't the cheapest one we received, but after seeing the quality of the work I'm glad we chose them. Everything feels well built instead of rushed. Months later, we're still finding little details that remind us how much care went into the project."

— Torres, West Ashley

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"My wife and I had different ideas about what we wanted, and Jared somehow managed to keep both of us happy. The finished result feels open, bright, and much more functional than before. It was worth every penny."

— Kevin, James Island

Why Charleston Homeowners Choose Us

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Licensed & Insured

SC License CLG.127339

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Fixed-Price Guarantee

The contract price is the price. Only three things can change it, each in writing before the work — see the terms

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Full-Service Project Management

Single point of contact from design through final walkthrough

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1-Year Warranty

On all workmanship

Define a whole-home renovation room by room

A whole-home project can combine a kitchen remodel, bathroom renovation, flooring and finish work with layout or building-system changes. Start with a room-by-room scope and identify which rooms must remain usable. Cosmetic work and a structural reconfiguration need different plans.

Compare keeping your existing layout with changing walls, plumbing locations or heating and cooling arrangements. Discuss plumbing, HVAC and painting as coordinated parts of the scope so estimates describe the same work. Use the home remodel budget guide and renovating versus moving comparison to organize the decisions before selecting finishes.

Confirm the authority responsible for your property address, any separate HOA review, inspection stages and temporary living arrangements before agreeing to construction dates. Our permit and HOA guidance explains the questions to bring to planning. Fixed-price and cost-plus contracts are available depending on scope; allowances and concealed conditions should be addressed in writing.

Common Questions

How much does a whole-home renovation cost in Charleston?

Whole-home renovations in Charleston typically range from $50,000 for cosmetic updates to $400,000+ for full gut renovations. Mid-range projects average $100,000-$200,000. Cost depends on square footage, scope of work, material quality, structural changes, and whether you are updating finishes or reconfiguring the layout entirely.

How long does a whole-home renovation take?

A whole-home renovation typically takes 3-8 months depending on scope. Cosmetic updates (paint, flooring, fixtures) take 6-10 weeks. Mid-range renovations with kitchen and bathroom remodels take 3-5 months. Full gut renovations with structural changes, new systems, and complete redesigns take 5-8 months. We provide a detailed schedule before starting.

Where do I live during a whole-home renovation?

For cosmetic updates, you can usually stay in your home with some inconvenience. For major renovations, most homeowners temporarily relocate. Options include short-term rentals, staying with family, or corporate housing. We phase work strategically to minimize disruption and can sometimes keep portions of the home livable during construction.

What permits are needed for a whole-home renovation?

Permit requirements depend on the property address and proposed work. Confirm the responsible city or county before planning structural changes, wall removals or building-system upgrades, and ask which building and trade permits and inspections apply. HOA approval is a separate step where required. We coordinate the permitting and inspection responsibilities for the agreed renovation scope.

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Whole-Home Renovation — by location

We serve Charleston-area coastal Lowcountry (Mount Pleasant, Daniel Island, IOP, Sullivan's, James Island, West Ashley) and the Charlotte SC-side metro (Clover, Fort Mill, Lake Wylie, Tega Cay, Indian Land, River Hills, Rock Hill).

Plan the cost around your scope and location

Build the budget room by room, then identify shared structural, plumbing, electrical and heating or cooling work. Include temporary living arrangements and phased access in the scope discussion.

Browse cost guides by project and location

Published ranges are planning references for the scope and location named in each guide. Confirm your address, selections, allowances and exclusions in a written estimate. Fixed-price and cost-plus contracts are both available depending on scope.