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Remodeling Company in Westwood, CA
Home remodeling in Westwood means working on homes built between the 1920s and 1940s, many of them Spanish Colonial or Traditional styles with original lath-and-plaster walls, outdated foundations, and floor plans that predate modern kitchens and bathrooms by decades. We do full home remodeling, kitchen remodels, and bathroom remodels for Westwood homeowners, and we put a written price in your hand before any work starts. That’s the Kingswell standard we’ve operated under since 2004: say the price before the work. Show up in the window we gave. Leave the place cleaner than we found it. Call (213) 277-6578 to schedule a free estimate.
Why Westwood Homes Are Different
Westwood sits just south of the Santa Monica Mountains, and that geography shapes every remodeling job. Some hillside lots need retaining wall work or specialized grading before we can even think about adding square footage. The marine layer that rolls in off the Pacific keeps the neighborhood mild most of the year, which is good for construction schedules, but it also means exterior stucco and paint need longer curing windows than they would in the Valley. We plan for that.
The housing stock is the bigger factor. Most Westwood homes were built between 1920 and 1945, and many still carry original details worth saving: arched doorways, coved ceilings, hardwood floors under layers of carpet, and the occasional original brick chimney. Those chimneys matter because they’re often unreinforced, and after small earthquakes, inspections tend to flag them. When we open up a wall in Westwood, we expect to find old wiring, galvanized pipes, or plaster that predates modern drywall. A remodel here is rarely a simple swap. It’s structural work, and it should be priced honestly up front.
Permitting is another Westwood reality. The neighborhood falls under Los Angeles city rules, and hillside lots sometimes trigger additional review. We handle the permit paperwork as part of the job, but homeowners should know that older homes can carry surprises that affect both timeline and budget. A written scope of work matters more here than in a newer subdivision where every house is framed the same way.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Westwood Services
Westwood homeowners call us most often for two things: general contractor work on older homes that need structural attention, and kitchen and bathroom remodels that bring pre-war floor plans into the present. Here’s what each involves locally.
General Contractor in Westwood
As a Westwood general contractor, we coordinate the trades that older homes demand: foundation repair, seismic retrofitting, plumbing and electrical updates, and the finish work that comes after. Most Westwood jobs involve some discovery once walls are opened. What looks like a simple bathroom update can turn into a subfloor replacement or a re-pipe. We write the scope clearly, tell you what we’re seeing as we go, and keep the original written price intact unless you approve a change in writing. That’s the General Contractor in Westwood promise: no surprises at the door.
Bathroom Remodeling in Westwood
Bathrooms in 1920s and 1930s Westwood homes were built small. Many still have original cast-iron tubs and tile set in a thick mortar bed. A good remodel here means dealing with that demolition carefully, addressing any water damage behind the walls, and then building back with modern waterproofing. We handle tub-to-shower conversions, full gut renovations, and vanity replacements. Read more about how we approach Bathroom Remodeling in Westwood, including real price ranges for this area.
Kitchen Remodeling in Westwood
Westwood kitchens tend to be either original to the house or partially updated sometime in the 1980s or 1990s. Neither works well for how people live now. We see cramped layouts, limited counter space, and cabinets that have been painted over too many times. A full kitchen remodel here typically runs $14,000 to $45,000 depending on cabinet line, countertop material, and whether walls move. We use KraftMaid and Wellborn cabinetry and Cambria, Silestone, or Caesarstone countertops. Detailed pricing lives on the Kitchen Remodeling in Westwood 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 Westwood
Whole-house remodeling in Westwood is a different animal than it is in newer parts of Los Angeles. The homes are older, the lots are smaller, and the existing structure often needs work before any cosmetic upgrade makes sense. We regularly find knob-and-tube wiring, cast-iron drain lines, and foundations that need attention before a second story or room addition can be permitted. That’s the job: bring the bones up to standard, then build the home you actually want on top of them. The price is written before we start, and the 365-Day Done Right Promise covers the work in writing. Learn more about our approach to Home Remodeling.
Whole House Remodel
Signs you need it
Your Westwood home has good bones but the floor plan doesn’t work for your life, or you’ve been doing one room at a time and the systems (electrical, plumbing, HVAC) are still original.
What it costs in Westwood
A whole house remodel in Westwood runs $45,000 to $130,000 depending on square footage, structural updates, and finish level.
How we do it
We start with structural and systems assessment, bring the plan through city permitting, and then sequence the work so you can stay informed at every phase without surprises.
Home Renovation
Signs you need it
Your home has original 1920s or 1930s finishes, outdated systems, or damage from deferred maintenance that goes deeper than paint.
What it costs in Westwood
Home renovations in Westwood typically run $14,000 to $45,000 for a kitchen-level project, $9,000 to $28,000 for a bathroom, and up from there depending on scope.
How we do it
We open the walls, assess what’s actually there, then build back with current materials and code-compliant systems while preserving the character that makes Westwood homes worth keeping.
What Home Remodeling Costs in Westwood
| Item | Typical range in Westwood |
|---|---|
| Whole house remodel | $45,000 – $130,000 |
| Home addition | $45,000 – $130,000 |
| Kitchen remodel (full) | $14,000 – $45,000 |
How long does a whole home remodel take in Westwood?
Plan for three to six months on a whole house remodel in Westwood. Permitting on older homes and hillside lots adds time, and structural surprises inside 1930s walls can extend the schedule. We’ll give you a written timeline before work starts.
Do I need to move out during a Westwood home remodel?
For a whole house remodel, yes in most cases. Kitchens and bathrooms going offline for weeks at a time makes full-time living difficult. For single-room renovations, many homeowners stay through the work. We’ll tell you honestly which category your project falls into.
Brands We Service in Westwood
We install and work with recognized trade brands including KraftMaid and Wellborn cabinetry, Cambria and Silestone quartz, and Kohler and Moen fixtures. If you’re considering a newer prefab option like Abodu or Dvele, we can discuss how those integrate with an older Westwood home. Parts and samples are coordinated through our Los Angeles office and typically arrive within a week. See our brands for the full list.
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| Service | Typical range in Westwood |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Backsplash installation | $800 – $2,500 |
| 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 |
| Bathroom vanity installation | $800 – $3,000 |
| ADU construction | $90,000 – $220,000 |
What pushes a Westwood remodel toward the top of these ranges is usually structural: foundation work, seismic retrofitting, or hillside grading. What keeps it lower is a straightforward room refresh with the existing footprint intact. Either way, the number we write before work starts is the number on the invoice. No change orders unless you approve them in writing.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Westwood
We work throughout Westwood, from the streets around UCLA to the quieter residential pockets near the hills. Most of our crews are already in the area on a regular basis, so estimates and site visits can usually be scheduled within a few days.
- Westwood Hills
- Holmby Hills border
- Westwood Village area
- North Westwood
- Westwood Charter area
Service Area – Cities Near Westwood
If your project sits just outside Westwood, we also serve nearby areas including North Hollywood, CA, Burbank, CA, Studio City, CA, and Santa Monica, CA. Scheduling is coordinated from our Los Angeles office, and crews travel throughout the Westside and Valley.
Serving Westwood, CA - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Westwood 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 Westwood
Once the written estimate is approved, we can typically begin within two to four weeks depending on permit processing and current scheduling. Permits for hillside lots or structural work may take longer with the city. Call (213) 277-6578 to get a free estimate and a realistic start window.
If your Westwood property falls under an HOA, we’ll provide the drawings and material specs your board needs, but the approval itself goes through your association. We can help you prepare the package so it moves without delay.
Yes. We pull permits for structural, electrical, plumbing, and any other work the city of Los Angeles requires in Westwood. Older homes often trigger additional inspection requirements, and we handle that end-to-end as part of the project.
Call (213) 277-6578 to schedule your free estimate. We’ll walk the property with you, talk through what the home actually needs, and hand you a written number 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 Westwood Customers Say
"Primary bath remodel. They gave me a schedule and hit it, called me for every decision, and kept the dust contained with plastic. Beautiful tile work."
- Dana Monroe"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"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
