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Home remodeling in Orange runs $9,000 – $130,000 depending on scope, with most whole-home projects falling between $45,000 and $130,000. We’re Penhallow Remodeling, and we handle the full spectrum: kitchen and bath updates, room additions, garage conversions, and complete whole-house renovations for homeowners from Old Towne to Santiago Canyon. Call (936) 259-2607 to schedule your free estimate.
What makes Orange different from the next city over is the split personality of its housing stock. You’ve got the 1880s – 1930s wood-frame homes in Old Towne Orange, where the Historic Preservation Design Standards govern every exterior change, and the postwar concrete-slab tracts across east and north Orange, where load-bearing walls and post-tensioned slabs create their own puzzles. We work with both. Our crews are based locally and dispatch from our Los Angeles office, so we understand the permitting layers that catch out-of-town contractors off guard. Whether you’re restoring a Craftsman bungalow near the Plaza or opening up a 1960s ranch in El Modena, we give you a written price before we touch a tool and back every job with our 365-Day Done Right Promise.
Why Orange Homes Are Different
Orange sits on expansive clay soils that shift seasonally, and that movement hits older homes hardest. In Old Towne, the raised-foundation bungalows and Victorian cottages built before WWII deal with foundation bolting, knob-and-tube remediation, and the slow creep of settlement cracks. The Historic Preservation Committee adds another layer: exterior alterations require period-appropriate materials, original-style siding profiles, and committee approval that simply doesn’t exist in Santa Ana or Anaheim. A window replacement that would be straightforward three blocks away becomes a specialized job involving true-divided-light wood windows and a formal submittal packet.
East of the 55 freeway, the terrain changes. Neighborhoods pushing toward Santiago Canyon sit in higher wildfire hazard severity zones, where the City and state mandate Class A roofing, ember-resistant vents, and fire-rated exterior assemblies. That adds cost and detailing that flatland contractors rarely encounter. The postwar tracts in north and east Orange, built on concrete slabs from the 1950s through the 1970s, present the opposite challenge: post-tensioned cables, load-bearing walls that can’t be casually removed, and the occasional slab heave from that same clay soil. We price for these realities up front, not after demo day.
Our Main Orange Services
Most Orange homeowners who call us start with one of these three projects. Each has its own dedicated page with deeper detail on pricing, materials, and local permitting.
General Contractor in Orange
We manage full-scale construction projects from permitting through final walkthrough, coordinating trades, inspections, and material deliveries so you don’t have to. In Orange, that often means navigating the Historic Preservation Committee for Old Towne work or pulling specialized permits for fire-resistant assemblies in the foothill zones. Our project managers know the City of Orange building department’s timelines and inspection sequences. General Contractor in Orange
Bathroom Remodeling in Orange
Bathroom remodels in Orange range from $5,000 for a small bath refresh to $28,000 for a full gut-and-rebuild with walk-in shower, custom vanity, and heated floor. In older homes, we frequently find galvanized supply lines and inadequate venting that need addressing before the pretty stuff goes in. We install Kohler and Moen fixtures, Cambria and Silestone countertops, and always waterproof the cement board substrate (the moisture-resistant layer behind your tile) to manufacturer spec. Bathroom Remodeling in Orange
Kitchen Remodeling in Orange
Kitchen remodels run $14,000 – $45,000 in Orange, with small kitchens starting at $9,000. We install KraftMaid and Wellborn cabinetry, Cambria and Caesarstone countertops, and handle the full electrical and plumbing updates that 1960s-era kitchens demand. Load-bearing wall removals for open-concept plans require engineered beam specifications and City approval, which we coordinate as part of the project scope, not as a surprise add-on. Kitchen Remodeling in Orange
What happens when you call
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A real person answersNo phone trees - you reach a local pro.
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You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
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A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
Home Remodeling in Orange
Whole-home remodeling in Orange addresses the reality that many of these houses were built for a different era of living. In Old Towne, that means updating systems while preserving character: replacing knob-and-tube wiring, adding modern HVAC to homes that never had ductwork, and sourcing custom millwork that matches 1920s profiles. In the postwar tracts, it means reconfiguring choppy floor plans, reinforcing slabs for additions, and bringing kitchens and baths up to current standards without triggering a full historic review. Home Remodeling is our core service, and we’ve developed specific workflows for both housing types in this market.
Whole House Remodel
Signs you need it
Your home hasn’t been updated since the Nixon administration, the floor plan fights modern life, or you’re combining two outdated systems into one cohesive design.
What it costs in Orange
Whole house remodels in Orange typically run $45,000 – $130,000 depending on square footage, structural changes, and finish level.
How we do it
We start with a written scope and fixed price, phase the work to keep critical rooms functional, pull all permits, and schedule inspections before walls close.
Home Renovation
Signs you need it
Specific rooms function poorly, finishes are worn but the bones are sound, or you’re preparing an older home for sale in a competitive market.
What it costs in Orange
Home renovation projects in Orange range from $9,000 for focused room updates to $55,000 for multiple-room overhauls with kitchen and bath included.
How we do it
We assess which elements to preserve versus replace, source period-appropriate materials when needed, and coordinate trades to minimize downtime in active living spaces.
What Home Remodeling Costs in Orange
| Item | Typical range in Orange |
|---|---|
| Small kitchen remodel | $9,000 – $20,000 |
| Kitchen remodel | $14,000 – $45,000 |
| Bathroom remodel | $9,000 – $28,000 |
| Small bathroom remodel | $5,000 – $12,000 |
| Home addition | $45,000 – $130,000 |
| Garage conversion | $30,000 – $80,000 |
How long does a whole house remodel take in Orange?
Most whole house remodels in Orange take 3 – 6 months depending on scope, with Historic Preservation Committee review adding 4 – 8 weeks for Old Towne exterior work. We build that timeline into your written schedule before work starts. Call (936) 259-2607 for a project-specific timeline with your free estimate.
Do you handle permits for home remodeling in Orange?
Yes, we pull all permits and schedule inspections as part of our standard project management, including Historic Preservation Committee submittals for Old Towne work and fire-resistant assembly documentation for foothill properties. The permit costs are itemized in your written price, not buried in a contingency line. Call (936) 259-2607 to discuss your project’s permitting path.
Brands We Service in Orange
We install materials from recognized trade brands: KraftMaid and Wellborn cabinetry, Cambria, Silestone and Caesarstone countertops, Kohler, Moen, Blanco and Delta fixtures, James Hardie siding, and Therma-Tru entry systems. We also work with specialized products from our brands including Sakrete concrete mixes, Abodu prefab units, Cover exterior systems, and Dvele smart-home integrated builds. Parts and materials are sourced through our Los Angeles distribution network with typical lead times of 2 – 4 weeks for standard items, 6 – 8 weeks for custom millwork matched to historic profiles.
Pricing for Remodeling Company in Orange, CA
| Service | Typical range in Orange |
|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | $14,000 – $45,000 |
| Small kitchen remodel | $9,000 – $20,000 |
| Bathroom remodel | $9,000 – $28,000 |
| Small bathroom remodel | $5,000 – $12,000 |
| Walk-in shower installation | $4,500 – $12,000 |
| Tub-to-shower conversion | $3,500 – $10,000 |
| Home addition | $45,000 – $130,000 |
| ADU construction | $90,000 – $220,000 |
| Garage conversion | $30,000 – $80,000 |
| Roof replacement | $8,000 – $20,000 |
| Window replacement | $4,500 – $15,000 |
| Impact window installation | $8,000 – $25,000 |
Three factors push prices toward the high end in Orange: historic compliance work requiring custom materials and committee submittals, fire-resistant assemblies for foothill properties, and foundation or structural remediation in older homes. Whatever your project, you get a written, line-item price before work starts. The number on day one is the number on the invoice. No change orders unless you change the scope.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Orange
We work across Orange’s full geography, from the Plaza-adjacent streets of Old Towne to the hillside properties near Santiago Canyon. Crews are dispatched from our Los Angeles office and typically arrive within scheduled windows throughout the city. Most neighborhoods see first appointments within 3 – 5 business days.
- Old Towne Orange
- El Modena
- Anaheim Hills border (Orange foothill zone)
- Orange Park Acres
- North Orange (postwar tracts)
Service Area – Cities Near Orange
Our crews serve homeowners throughout central Orange County and into adjacent communities. We regularly work in Santa Ana, CA, where historic districts overlap with Orange’s and permitting differs significantly; Villa Park, CA, with its large-lot custom homes and estate-scale projects; Tustin, CA, including both Old Town Tustin’s historic core and newer developments; and Garden Grove, CA, where postwar housing stock resembles north Orange’s tract neighborhoods. Each city has its own permitting authority and inspection schedules, which we coordinate as part of standard project management.
Serving Orange, CA - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Orange area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs About Remodeling Company in Orange
Yes, we specialize in historic-appropriate remodeling in Old Towne Orange, including committee submittals for exterior alterations, period-accurate material sourcing, and custom millwork matched to original profiles. We prepare the full documentation packet that the Historic Preservation Committee requires, which most production contractors have never handled.
Every project is backed by our 365-Day Done Right Promise: if the work fails inside the guarantee period, we come back and fix it at no charge. The promise is written, not verbal, and covers both labor and the materials we installed. For repairs specifically, we also offer a free return visit if the repair fails, with no service call or re-inspection fee.
A live person answers our phone 24 hours a day, not an answering service or voicemail prompt. Your project manager also provides direct contact information, and we schedule regular check-in calls during active construction so you’re never guessing about progress or the next trade arrival.
Ready to talk about your project? Call (936) 259-2607 to schedule your free estimate. We’ll walk your home, discuss what you’re trying to solve, and give you a written price you can hold us to.
What happens when you call
- 1A real person answersNo phone trees - talk to a local construction pro.
- 2You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched. No surprises.
- 3We come out and measureLicensed & insured, at a time that suits you - the visit and the quote are both free.
- 4You get the price in writingLine-itemed, yours to keep, and nothing starts until you say go.
What Orange Customers Say
"Redid two bathrooms at once. The crew protected the floors and cleaned up every single day before leaving. Quote was detailed and there were no mystery charges at the end."
- Tricia Dawson"Full home refresh before we sold. They were straight about what was worth doing and what wasn't to get our money back. On time, on budget, and it sold in a week."
- Monica Vaughn"Did our whole kitchen. The written estimate held, which after reading remodel nightmares online I did not take for granted. Showed up every morning on time and the crew was clean and polite."
- Warren Updike