A remodel is about how a house works: where the light comes from, how you move from kitchen to living room, where the shoes and backpacks go. We start with how you live, then decide what walls, finishes and systems need to change.
We do a lot of work on Auburn and Opelika homes from the 1970s through the 2000s: removing the wall between kitchen and den, replacing carpet with LVP throughout, updating trim and doors, and bringing lighting and outlets up to modern expectations.
At a glance
- Typical timeline
- 2–8 weeks on site
- Typical investment
- From $10,000 · whole-home $70,000–$150,000
- Permits
- Required for structural, electrical or plumbing changes. We pull it.
- Contractor
- Z Construction & Remodeling LLC, Auburn, AL
- Service area
- Auburn, Opelika, Smiths Station and Lee County, AL
- Languages
- English and Spanish
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Try the cost estimatorWhat's included
- Open-concept conversions and beam installs
- Whole-home updates for older houses
- Bonus room and attic finishing
- Trim, doors, built-ins and mantels
- Lighting and electrical updates (licensed trades)
- Flooring throughout
- Drywall, texture and paint
- Structural and rot repairs
- Design coordination
- Permits and inspections
Before
AfterDrag to see the difference
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View the galleryWhy homeowners pick us for this
We know these houses
Local builder-grade construction from the '70s to the 2000s has predictable weak spots. We plan for them instead of being surprised.
One point of contact
The owner quotes, schedules and answers the phone. You're never passed around.
Phased if you need it
We can split a big remodel into phases so you can budget and live in the house between them.
What drives the price
A single-room remodel or wall removal typically runs $10,000–$25,000. Updating the main living areas runs $30,000–$70,000, and a whole-home update of an older house runs $70,000–$150,000.
Structural changes
Removing a load-bearing wall requires a sized beam, posts and sometimes an engineer's letter.
Systems
Older wiring, galvanized plumbing and undersized HVAC ducts are cheaper to fix while walls are open.
Scope creep
We price each area separately so you can decide what's in and out before we start.
Finish level
Doors, trim profiles, lighting and flooring grades swing the number more than people expect.
No surprises. That's the whole process.
Four steps, clearly communicated, so you always know where your project stands.
Walkthrough
We come to the house, listen to what you want, measure, and talk honestly about what's possible and what it costs.
Written estimate
A clear scope, line-item pricing and a realistic timeline in writing. No vague "we'll see" numbers.
Build
Permits pulled, trades scheduled, site kept clean. You get updates as the work happens, not after.
Final walkthrough
We walk every inch with you, handle the punch list, and don't call it done until you do.
Guides for this project
Frequently asked questions
Can you remove a load-bearing wall?
Yes. We size the beam, coordinate an engineer where required, pull the permit and install posts and footings so the load is carried properly.
Can we live in the house during a remodel?
Usually yes. We section off work areas with dust barriers, keep a bathroom and kitchen functional where possible, and clean daily.
How do you keep a remodel on budget?
A detailed written scope, allowances you choose up front, and a written change order before any extra work. You approve every dollar before it's spent.
Tell us about your project
Three quick questions. We reply within one business day, usually the same day.
Our promise, in writing
- A written scope and price before any work starts
- No surprise invoices: changes are agreed in writing first
- Licensed for residential work in Alabama and insured
- Clean site every day, and a walkthrough before we call it done
- A reply within one business day, in English or Spanish
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Ready to start your project?
Tell us what you have in mind. We come out, take a look, and send a clear, written estimate. No pressure, no surprises.