Kitchens, bathrooms, basements and additions
Home Remodeling in Royal Oak, MI
- Licensed local contractor
- Free, no-obligation estimates
- Experience with Royal Oak's older homes
Remodeling Built Around Royal Oak Homes
If you're planning a remodel in Royal Oak, your house probably has some history. Many homes here date from the 1940s to the 1960s. They were built solidly, but they weren't built for how most families live now. Kitchens tend to be small and closed off. There may be one bathroom where you need two. The basement holds the furnace and a lot of boxes, and the bedrooms feel tight once the kids get bigger.
Tieco Build and Remodel helps homeowners fix those problems without losing what they like about their homes. We handle kitchens, bathrooms, basements and home additions, and we plan each one around the house you actually have. That means looking at the structure, the wiring, the plumbing and the permits before anyone talks about tile.
Call us to talk through what you have in mind.
Who Does the Work
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Our Services
Most remodels we talk about start with one of four projects. Each has its own page with typical costs, what to expect and the questions worth asking.
Kitchen Remodeling
Older Royal Oak kitchens are often small and walled off from the rest of the house. We can help you decide whether a new layout and new finishes are enough, or whether it makes sense to open things up. If a wall comes down, we check first whether it's holding anything up. Learn about kitchen remodeling
Bathroom Remodeling
A bathroom remodel can be as simple as a new vanity, toilet and tile, or as involved as adding a second bath where there wasn't one. In an older home, it's also a good time to look at aging pipes and poor ventilation while the walls are open. Learn about bathroom remodeling
Basement Finishing
A finished basement can be the most affordable way to add living space, because the foundation and roof are already there. The planning matters, though. Moisture, ceiling height and emergency escape all need answers before framing starts. Learn about basement finishing
Home Additions
If you love your street but you've run out of room, an addition lets you stay put. Depending on your lot and your structure, that might mean building up with a second story or building out at the back. Learn about home additions
Whole-Home Updates
Some projects don't fit neatly into one room. If you're updating a full floor or several rooms at once, doing the work together can mean less disruption and one plan for the whole house. Tell us what you're trying to change and we'll talk through how to approach it.
Where We Service You
We focus on the City of Royal Oak, from the neighborhoods around downtown out to the city limits. We also work with homeowners in nearby communities, including Berkley, Clawson, Huntington Woods, Ferndale, Madison Heights, Oak Park, Hazel Park, Birmingham and Troy, and across Oakland and Macomb counties.
Every city has its own building department, its own permit process and its own inspectors. A project in Royal Oak goes through a different office than the same project in Troy. Knowing that up front helps keep a project from stalling.
Not sure whether we work in your area? Ask us, or check the full list. See all service areas
Why Choose Us
A license you can check
Michigan generally requires a license for residential remodeling contracts of $600 or more. We put our license number, [license number], on this site so you can verify it before you ever call us.
Permits handled properly
Skipping permits can cause real problems later, including when you sell. We pull the permits your project needs under our license and schedule the inspections along the way.
We know older homes
A 1950s house can hold surprises behind the walls, from older wiring to paint and materials that need careful handling. We plan for what's likely to be there, and we'll tell you when something changes the scope.
Estimates you can understand
You should know what's included, what isn't and what could change the price. Our estimates are free and carry no obligation, so you can take your time and compare.
One point of contact
Remodels involve a lot of moving parts. You'll know who to call when you have a question, and you'll get a straight answer about schedule and cost.
Ready to get a number you can plan around?
How a Project Works
Most projects follow the same simple path, whatever the size.
First, we talk. You tell us what isn't working and what you'd like to change. Next, we visit your home, take measurements and look at the structure and systems involved. Then you get a written estimate that sets out the scope, so you can compare it fairly and decide in your own time.
If you decide to go ahead, we finalize the plans and materials and apply for the required permits. We do the work and schedule inspections along the way. When it's finished, we walk through it with you and take care of anything that needs attention.
The first step is a conversation.
Part of the Royal Oak Community
Remodeling in Royal Oak means working with the city, and it helps to know how that works.
The city's Building Division issues residential permits and carries out electrical, structural and plumbing inspections. Permit and inspection requests can be made online, which helps keep paperwork moving.
Royal Oak also runs the RENO program, which can waive city permit and inspection fees for qualifying projects. It's aimed at goals such as green upgrades and aging in place, including work like wider doorways and accessible bathrooms. It doesn't pay for labor or materials, approval depends on available funding, and work has to have a valid permit before it starts. If your project might qualify, ask about it early.
Homes in a designated historic district have one more step. The city's Historic District Commission reviews plans for work such as additions, alterations, repairs and demolition on properties within a district. If you're not sure whether that applies to your home, it's worth checking with the city before plans are drawn.
Common Questions
How much does a remodel cost in Royal Oak?
It depends on the size of the project and how much changes behind the walls. Third-party estimates for Royal Oak put a full bathroom remodel at about $7,300 to $42,600 and a kitchen at about $11,400 to $43,700. Each service page has a more detailed table, and your estimate will reflect your actual home.
Do I need a permit?
Often, yes. Work that changes structure, plumbing, electrical or mechanical systems generally needs permits, while painting or replacing cabinets generally doesn't. Royal Oak's Building Division can confirm at 248-246-3210.
How do I check a contractor's license?
Use the State of Michigan's license search, and make sure the name on the license matches the name on your contract.
Get in Touch
Tell us about your project and we'll set up a time to talk. There's no cost and no obligation.