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Remodeling Company in St. Augustine, FL
Home remodeling in St. Augustine means working with houses that can be 200 years old or 20 years old, and the two require very different approaches. Elmstead Remodeling handles both: whole-home renovations in the historic districts downtown, and complete interior and exterior updates in the newer developments off SR-16 and 207. Our crews work under the Cedarwell Care Promise, so every project starts with a written price and ends with a photograph of the clean-up. Call (904) 643-6243 for a free estimate on your St. Augustine home remodel.
Why St. Augustine Homes Are Different
St. Augustine is the oldest continuously occupied European settlement in the United States, and that history shows up in the walls. Homes in the Lincolnville and Abbott Tract areas often sit on original coquina foundations, a soft limestone made of compressed shell that wicks groundwater straight up into the floor framing. A remodel in those neighborhoods means planning for moisture barriers and drainage before you pick a single tile. A few miles west in St. Johns or along Pacetti Road, you’ll find slab-on-grade construction where the conversation shifts to hurricane straps and impact-rated windows.
The salt air is the other constant. Stainless steel fasteners are not an upgrade recommendation here; they are the minimum standard if you want hinges and brackets that do not show rust within three years. The humid subtropical climate also means we plan interior work around dry-in phases during the June-through-October rain window, and we never leave a roof opening uncovered overnight. Historic district applications add another layer: the city’s HARB review means exterior changes on contributing structures need approval before work starts. We handle that paperwork so the homeowner is not chasing it alone.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main St. Augustine Services
Two project types drive most of the calls we take from St. Augustine homeowners: full general contracting on older or larger homes, and bathroom remodels in houses with decades-old plumbing that has reached the end of its service life.
General Contractor in St. Augustine
When a St. Augustine project crosses multiple trades – framing, electrical, plumbing, finishes – a licensed general contractor keeps it moving in the right order. We coordinate permits, schedule inspections, and manage the subs so a homeowner is not playing project manager on top of a full-time job. In the historic districts, this often includes working with coquina foundations, tabby stucco, and design standards that require period-appropriate profiles on trim and windows. See how we structure St. Augustine projects on our General Contractor in St. Augustine page.
Bathroom Remodeling in St. Augustine
Older St. Augustine bathrooms hold a specific set of problems: galvanized supply lines that have narrowed to a trickle, cast-iron waste stacks that have gone rough inside, and floor framing that has softened from decades of Florida humidity. We open walls only as far as needed, replace what is failing, and keep the finish materials – a Kohler vanity, a Schluter waterproofing system, a Moen valve – to products with warranties the homeowner can actually read. For cost details and specific fixture brands, visit our Bathroom Remodeling in St. Augustine page.
Kitchen Remodeling in St. Augustine
A kitchen remodel in a St. Augustine home has to work with the house’s actual bones, not a showroom fantasy. We measure for cabinet runs that accommodate out-of-square walls common in older wood-frame construction, and we check the slab or floor framing before ordering any countertop template. Homeowners choose cabinets from KraftMaid or Wellborn, and surfaces from Cambria, Silestone, or Caesarstone, so every material carries a manufacturer’s warranty. Explore options and pricing on our Kitchen Remodeling in St. Augustine page.
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 St. Augustine
Whole-home remodeling in St. Augustine asks a single question before plans get drawn: how do we preserve what is worth keeping and replace what the salt air and humidity have already compromised? On Anastasia Island and in the downtown historic districts, that often means keeping a coquina foundation dry while reconstructing interior spaces around it. In newer neighborhoods, it means upgrading to impact-rated windows and exterior products built for hurricane exposure. Our Home Remodeling process begins with a written price, so a family knows the full scope before the first crew member steps through the door.
Whole House Remodel
Signs you need it
Multiple rooms need updating at once, the floor plan no longer works for the way your family lives, or original mechanical systems are still in place.
What it costs in St. Augustine
Whole house remodels in St. Augustine typically run $45,000 – $130,000 depending on square footage, foundation type, and whether the home sits in a historic district with review requirements.
How we do it
We start with structural and moisture assessments, then demo, reframe what is needed, run new mechanicals, and finish each room in a sequence that keeps at least one bathroom functional while work is underway.
Luxury Home Remodeling
Signs you need it
You want a full-scale design upgrade with named-brand materials, custom cabinetry, and a finish level suited to a high-value property rather than a patch-and-repair approach.
What it costs in St. Augustine
Luxury home remodeling projects in St. Augustine generally fall between $45,000 and $130,000, with bespoke millwork, imported stone, and full custom cabinetry at the upper end.
How we do it
We work from detailed drawings, confirm every finish and fixture in writing with the homeowner, protect the floors and stairways with drop cloths and shoe covers, and photograph the clean-up before we leave each day.
What Home Remodeling Costs in St. Augustine
| Item | Typical range in St. Augustine |
|---|---|
| Whole house remodel | $45,000 – $130,000 |
| Luxury home remodeling | $45,000 – $130,000 |
| Home addition | $45,000 – $130,000 |
How long does a whole house remodel take in St. Augustine?
Most whole house remodels in St. Augustine take four to eight months, depending on the scope and whether the home is in a historic district that requires board review on exterior work. We provide a written schedule before work starts and update it as each phase completes.
Do you handle historic district approvals for St. Augustine remodels?
Yes. We prepare and submit the applications required for historic district review in St. Augustine, including architectural drawings and material specifications. Homeowners are kept informed at each step, but they are not left to manage the process alone.
Brands We Service in St. Augustine
We install and service windows and exterior products from CGI, CWS, and ES Windows, all with parts sourced locally where possible to keep wait times short. For details on the full catalog, visit our brands page.
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| Service | Typical range in St. Augustine |
|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | $14,000 – $45,000 |
| Small kitchen remodel | $9,000 – $20,000 |
| Cabinet installation | $4,000 – $13,000 |
| Countertop installation | $2,000 – $6,500 |
| 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 |
| Shower replacement | $3,000 – $8,500 |
In St. Augustine, two factors push remodel costs upward: working inside historic district review requirements, and repairing moisture damage that is often present in older coquina-foundation homes. Whatever the final number, it is written down before work starts and does not change unless you approve a change order.
Neighborhoods We Serve in St. Augustine
Our crews work throughout St. Augustine and the surrounding communities, from the historic core to the beaches and the growing subdivisions west of I-95. Most local projects can be scheduled within two weeks of the estimate.
- Anastasia Island
- Lincolnville
- Abbott Tract
- Davis Shores
- St. Johns
Service Area – Cities Near St. Augustine
In addition to St. Augustine, our scheduling team coordinates projects in Jacksonville, FL, Orange Park, FL, Atlantic Beach, FL, and Fernandina Beach, FL. Call our office and a live person will route you to the right crew for your area.
Serving St. Augustine, FL - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the St. Augustine 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 St. Augustine
Most St. Augustine remodel projects can be scheduled within two weeks of the estimate. Historic district projects may add time for board review, which depends on the city’s meeting calendar. We give a specific start date in writing once permits are applied and materials are ordered.
Yes. We pull all required permits and schedule inspections as part of the project. For homes in the historic districts, we also prepare and submit HARB review applications. Homeowners get copies of every permit and inspection result.
No, unless you ask for something different. The written price includes all labor, materials, permits, and cleanup. If a change is requested, you see the revised number in writing before we proceed. Call (904) 643-6243 for a free estimate with a written price.
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 St. Augustine Customers Say
"Two bathrooms done at once with kids and a dog in the house. They kept dust contained, were gentle with the pets, and left the place clean each day. Calm and careful."
- Paige Lindholm"Kitchen and living room refresh. What stood out was the respect for our home, shoes off, floors covered, cleanup every evening. They checked with us before any change. Beautiful result."
- Dontae Willis"They opened up our kitchen and controlled the dust better than I thought possible. Floors protected, a photo of the cleaned space each day. Gentle on the house and on budget."
- Yasmin Croft
