Whole Home Remodeling Contractor in Charlottesville, VA

A whole home remodel is the project that lets you stop touring listings and start loving the house you already own. Integrity Design + Build has completed 500+ projects across central Virginia, with a 15-year structural warranty on every full home rebuild.

Why Charlottesville Homeowners Pick Integrity Design + Build

The trigger for a whole home remodel usually shows up gradually. The trigger for a whole home remodel usually shows up gradually. Maybe the kitchen layout has stopped matching how the family actually cooks, or the primary bath hasn’t been touched since the 80s, and the flow between rooms feels disconnected because walls that made sense decades ago are now in the wrong places.

By the time the conversation about moving comes up, most homeowners realize their actual problem is the floor plan rather than the address.

Integrity has handled 500+ remodeling projects across central Virginia over two decades. The firm runs as a fully integrated design-build operation: in-house architectural drawings, engineering coordination, permit and HOA management, and full-service construction across every trade.

The work standard on a whole home remodel is what separates the result from a series of disconnected projects. Layouts redesigned around how the family actually lives.

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Whole Home Projects We've Completed

A look at recent full-home rebuilds across Charlottesville and the surrounding county.

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Hear From Past Clients

What the experience is like from inside a whole-home remodel, in homeowners’ own words.

Philip Smith

Rated 5 out of 5

We extensively refinished and remodeled a house with Integrity. We had previously worked with someone else to attempt to address several issues, but that prior work failed almost immediately.

The crew at Integrity thought things through, offered us multiple options, and came up with some ingenious solutions to several issues.

The communication along the way was clear, the work progressed as planned, and the finished work looked great and has held up very well (the work is now 2 years old). We were very happy with Integrity, and would use them again.

Meagan Maynard

Rated 5 out of 5

We used Integrity for a custom family room/sun room addition as well as several remodeling projects in our home. We constantly get compliments from family and guests on the quality of the work.

I really appreciated how the team listened to my hopes for the projects and our budget to find solutions that met both. The project managers were excellent in communication and professionalism.

Cost of a Whole Home Remodel in Charlottesville

A typical whole home remodel in the Charlottesville market averages around $465,000, with major reconfigurations running $540,000 to $600,000 or more depending on scope, structural complexity, and finish tier. Three real Integrity full-home projects with verified pricing:

Project	Scope Highlights	Cost
Whole Home Remodel (Charlottesville)	Kalahari Quartzite kitchen counters, Calacatta Amalfi quartz laundry counters, Macaubas Fantasy quartzite dual-sink vanity, Pella Reserve Traditional 6' double outswing doors ($13K), Skyline Series frameless shower enclosures, 2" thermal-finish bluestone fireplace surround, J&K kitchen cabinets, Reico bath vanities, custom laundry cabinetry	$362,000
Room-by-Room Rebuild (Charlottesville)	26 Pella Lifestyle Series double-hung windows, BBG Calacatta Viraldi/Miraggio quartz in kitchen + baths + laundry, Signature Hardware 72" cast iron clawfoot tub, floor-mounted tub filler, custom J&K cabinetry, 8 added pantry cabinets, COREtec LVP throughout, 10' sliding glass door, built-in coffee bar, dual-sided gas fireplace ($16K)	$557,000
Full Interior + Exterior Renovation (Charlottesville)	Pella Lifestyle Hartford Green aluminum-clad windows + doors ($70K), MSI Calacatta Miraggio quartz, custom vanity tops, Zephyr custom wood range hood + prep sink + instant hot water dispenser, Wolf Serenity Rosewood decking with Trex Signature railings, Infratech heaters, stamped concrete Ashlar Slate patio, Keystone Classic paver walkway, two retaining walls, Quiet Glide rolling library ladder	$1,075,000

The variables that move the budget on a full home remodel:

Scope of reconfiguration: Cosmetic-level rebuilds within the existing floor plan cost meaningfully less than projects involving structural changes, wall removal, second-story additions, or foundation reworking.
Material tier across the home: Premium counters, custom cabinetry, designer fixtures, and high-end appliance packages stack up significantly across a full home.
Window and door replacement: A full window package is one of the largest single-line items in any whole-home remodel. The $1,075,000 project above included $70,000 in Pella windows and doors alone.
Structural and engineering work: Foundation modifications, second-story additions, load-bearing wall changes, and major plumbing or electrical reconfiguration all require engineering and add real cost.
Exterior scope: Adding decks, patios, walkways, retaining walls, and exterior repaint or siding work extends the project beyond interior finishes.
Specialty features: Custom range hoods, built-in coffee bars, library ladders, gas fireplaces, custom millwork, and integrated appliances all add scope on top of standard remodeling work.

Whole Home Projects That Stay on Schedule and Within Budget

A whole home remodel is a substantial decision, and a well-managed project removes most of the stress that comes with it. The team plans carefully on the front end and runs the work on a schedule you can plan your life around, so the project finishes when expected and lands at the number you signed up for.

Budget: Think of a whole home remodel as a permanent home upgrade rather than a one-time expense. The rebuilt home gets used daily for the next 20+ years and adds substantial resale value when the time comes to sell. Spread across that timeline, the investment becomes one of the smarter home improvement decisions a family makes.

Timeline: The team respects your space and your routine. Crews arrive when they say they will, keep the work area clean, and finish on the schedule mapped out during the consultation. Active construction on a $500,000+ project takes approximately 50 to 52 weeks, with pre-construction phases (design, permits, materials) adding 13 to 23 weeks on the front end.

How the Project Runs

Design it

Vision shared, drawings produced, full construction plan finalized.

Build it

Every trade managed in-house with daily photo updates through the project portal.

Love it

Walk through a fully rebuilt home backed by a 15-year structural warranty.

Things Homeowners Ask Before Booking

What's the average cost of a full home remodel?

The average lands around $465,000. Projects involving major reconfigurations (significant layout changes, second-story additions, major structural work) typically run $540,000 to $600,000 or higher.

How long is the project from start to finish?

Active construction on a $500,000+ project takes 50 to 52 weeks at the team’s production rate of approximately $10,000 per week. Pre-construction (design, engineering, permits, material ordering) adds 13 to 23 weeks. A typical full-home engagement runs 14 to 18 months end-to-end.

Do we need to move out during the work?

Yes. A full-house remodel involves utility shutoffs and heavy construction throughout the property, which means the home must be vacant during the most intensive phases. Most clients arrange short-term rentals for the duration. Planning support gets included in the project so you have time to coordinate housing.

How do we track progress while we're not there?

The personalized project portal gives 24/7 secure access to daily photo logs, the live budget total, the construction schedule, and remote change order approvals. You see what’s happening every day without driving to the site.

Does your team handle architectural drawings and engineering?

Yes. Architecture, engineering reviews, permit procurement, and HOA approvals all run in-house rather than across separate firms. That consolidation eliminates the coordination burden between architects, engineers, builders, and permit runners.

Can we make changes during the build?

Yes, with the impact on cost and timeline documented before changes proceed. The project portal includes remote change order approval, which keeps decisions moving without requiring on-site meetings.

What's the warranty?

Structural work for 15 years, finish work for 3 years. Past those formal windows, anything that falls short still gets addressed regardless of timing.

Can you incorporate specific brand selections we already have in mind?

Yes. The design phase walks through brand preferences across cabinetry, appliances, fixtures, windows, doors, and finishes. Past projects have included Pella, Kalahari, J&K, BBG, Wolf, MSI, and dozens of other premium options.

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Stop Touring Houses and Start Loving Yours

The free consultation walks through your home’s specific reconfiguration potential, realistic budget ranges for the scope you’re considering, and a project timeline you can actually plan around. Most Charlottesville homeowners leave with a clear vision and the confidence that a full remodel is the right path forward.

Call us at (434) 220-1056 or message us here to schedule the consultation. Our whole home remodeling service page covers more of what we build.

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Charlottesville is positioned at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in central Virginia, with Albemarle County wrapping the city and a residential mix that strongly supports major interior reconfiguration. Homes in the City of Charlottesville market hold and appreciate value notably well, which makes substantial investment in the existing home (rather than relocation) the practical choice for many families committed to staying in the area long-term. Integrity’s office is on Berkmar Circle, serving Charlottesville and the surrounding county.