Bathroom Renovation
Full remodels, shower rebuilds and vanity swaps, with the waterproofing done properly before any tile goes on.
Covington, Louisiana
Renovation Contractor
in Covington
Covington pairs a historic downtown with newer subdivisions spreading out around it. Two very different kinds of renovation in one town.
Serving St. Tammany Parish
Renovation in Covington
The older parts of Covington have timber homes with real architectural character, and they come with the usual older-house questions: original millwork worth keeping, plaster worth repairing, and framing worth checking.
The newer subdivisions are a different job. There the work is usually dated kitchens and bathrooms, tired finishes, and layouts that no longer suit how the family uses the house.
We do both, and we do not apply the same playbook to each.
People in Covington search for a remodeler and for a renovation contractor interchangeably. Whichever word you use, this is the work: bathroom and kitchen remodeling, whole home renovation, and the roofing, siding and drainage that keeps it all dry.
- Bathroom Renovation
- Kitchen Renovation
- Whole Home Renovation
- Flooring
- Roofing
- Home Siding
- Gutters
- Drainage
- Cabinet Refacing
Local Detail
Working in Covington
Covington is really two renovation markets in one town. The older streets around the historic downtown have timber homes with genuine architectural character, deep trim, and the framing and moisture questions that come with age. The subdivisions spreading north and west are later construction where almost nothing is structurally wrong and almost everything is dated.
On the older stock the money is usually best spent on what you cannot see: framing, moisture, drainage and getting the envelope right. The original millwork, heart pine and proportions are the reason to own the house, and they are worth repairing rather than replacing.
In the newer subdivisions the work is kitchens, bathrooms and layout. Homes built in the last few decades were often planned around closed-off rooms that no longer suit how families use a house, and opening them up is the single most requested change we get on the Northshore.
St. Tammany lots also tend to be larger than in the city, which makes outdoor work worth doing properly. Patios, drainage and fencing all have more room to be planned rather than squeezed in.
What You Get
What We Do in Covington
Inside and outside, one contractor for the whole house.
Kitchen Renovation
Layout, cabinets, counters and lighting, including opening up plans that were closed off by design.
Whole Home Renovation
Top to bottom, sequenced water first then structure then finishes, so you are not paying to redo work.
Flooring
Hardwood, tile and vinyl plank, with the subfloor levelled and any failed joists repaired first.
Roofing
Leak investigation, repairs and full replacement, with the flashing and decking detailed properly.
Home Siding
Siding repair and replacement, with the house wrap and flashing behind it done right.
How It Works
Four Steps From Call to Finished
The same process on every job in the New Orleans metro, whether it is one room or the whole house.
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Free On-Site Walkthrough
We come to the property and look at the actual house. On older New Orleans homes that means checking settling, moisture and what sits behind the plaster before anyone quotes a number.
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Written Scope and Price
You get the work written down: what is included, what is not, and what could change it. No charge and no obligation.
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One Crew, One Contact
Materials, trades and scheduling handled in house. You hear about problems the day we find them, not in a bill at the end.
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Walk It and Sign Off
We walk the finished work with you, write down anything you are not happy with, and fix it before the job is called complete.
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Downtown Covington’s Historic Homes vs. the Newer Subdivisions
Downtown Covington’s historic district has cottages and homes that go back well over a century, laid out around the old town squares near Columbia Street. Renovating one of these means working carefully around original wood siding, trim, and window openings while bringing the wiring and plumbing up to a livable standard.
Outside downtown, subdivisions like Tchefuncta Club Estates and River Forest sit closer to the water, developed from the 1950s onward. Homes here tend toward raised construction because of the flood risk that comes with being near the Tchefuncte River.
Whether it’s a downtown cottage or a river-adjacent home, we start a Covington renovation by figuring out what era and construction type we’re working with, since that decides almost everything else about the approach.
Living Between Two Rivers
Covington sits where the Bogue Falaya and the Tchefuncte River meet, which means flood risk here comes from the rivers, not just storm surge off the lake. Heavy rain upstream can raise both rivers quickly.
South of Covington, the low ground near the rivers deals with the same flood-conscious building. Grading around the home and keeping mechanical equipment above expected flood levels both come up often in renovation planning this close to the rivers.
We treat river proximity as a planning factor from the first conversation, not something to address after the design is set.
Neighbourhoods
Where We Work in Covington
If your street is not listed, call 504-470-0455. We cover the whole area.
- Downtown Covington
- Tchefuncta Club Estates
- River Forest
- Bogue Falaya Avenue area
Local Knowledge
Covington Housing Stock
Renovating well in Covington means knowing what you are walking into before demolition starts. Here is what we check first.
We work across the Northshore, so the approach is matched to the house rather than applied from a template.
- Historic downtown homesTimber construction with original detail worth preserving
- Established neighbourhoodsMature stock where updates and structural checks run together
- Newer subdivisionsLater construction where the work is layout and finishes
- Larger lotsMore scope for additions, outdoor space and drainage work
Ready For a Straight Number?
Tell us what you want done. We will come look at the house and put it in writing.
They transformed my old kitchen into a modern space quickly and kept everything clean.
Lucas Rivera
They renovated our entire condo and the quality is top-tier. New flooring, fresh paint, and updated lighting throughout.
Sophie Ruby
A full main floor renovation. Honest pricing, high-quality materials, and a very hardworking crew.
Zachary Bailey
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Do preservation rules apply to my Covington home?
It depends on the property and where it sits. Where they do apply we plan exterior work to meet them rather than doing it twice. We will flag it at the walkthrough if it looks likely.
Is it worth keeping the original woodwork?
Usually, yes. Original millwork in these houses is better timber and better profiles than anything you can buy off the shelf now. Matching it where sections are missing beats replacing the lot.
Do you work on historic Covington homes?
Yes. Older timber homes are the work we are set up for. Where preservation rules apply to your property we plan the work to meet them.
Do you cover the newer subdivisions too?
Yes. That work is usually kitchens, bathrooms and layout changes rather than structural, and it is a large part of what we do on the Northshore.
How far out do you go?
Across St. Tammany Parish. If you are unsure whether you are in range, call and ask.
Do you give free estimates?
Yes. We come out, look at the property, and give you a written scope and a written number. No charge and no obligation.
Are you local?
Yes. We are based at 3436 Magazine Street in New Orleans and work across the metro, the Northshore and out to Baton Rouge.
How do I get started?
Call 504-470-0455 or send the form on this page and we will arrange a time to walk the property.
Are there special rules for renovating a home in downtown Covington’s historic district?
Historic districts often have guidelines on exterior changes, so we recommend checking with the local historic district office before finalizing exterior plans. We can help you figure out what a proposed renovation would involve either way.
Does living near the Bogue Falaya or Tchefuncte River change how a renovation gets planned?
Yes. Homes close to either river deal with more flood risk than ones further inland, so we look at foundation elevation, drainage grading, and where mechanical equipment sits as part of the plan.
Explore Our Services
What Else We Do
One contractor, inside and out, across the New Orleans metro and the Northshore.
Cities We Serve
Renovation Across the New Orleans Metro
Orleans, Jefferson, St. Tammany, St. Charles, St. John the Baptist and Tangipahoa parishes, and out to Baton Rouge.
- New Orleans
- Metairie
- Kenner
- Gretna
- Slidell
- Mandeville
- Madisonville
- LaPlace
- Hammond
- St Rose
- Baton Rouge
Not listed? Call 504-470-0455. We cover most of the metro and the Northshore.
Where We Are
Based on Magazine Street
We work out of 3436 Magazine Street in Uptown New Orleans, which puts most of the metro within a short run and the Northshore inside an easy morning.
- Address3436 Magazine Street #120-D
New Orleans, LA 70115 - Phone504-470-0455
- HoursMonday to Saturday, 8:00am to 5:00pm
Next Step
Let’s Talk About Your Covington Project
Tell us what you want done in Covington and we will come and look at the house. Free written estimate, no obligation, and a number that holds.
Free Estimate
Let's Look At Your House
Send this over and we will call you back to set up a walkthrough.
- Call504-470-0455
- Visit3436 Magazine Street #120-D
New Orleans, LA 70115 - HoursMonday to Saturday, 8:00am to 5:00pm