Bathroom Renovation
Full remodels, shower rebuilds and vanity swaps, with the waterproofing done properly before any tile goes on.
Hammond, Louisiana
Renovation Contractor
in Hammond
Hammond is a university town with a historic downtown, older neighbourhoods around it, and rental property throughout.
Serving Tangipahoa Parish
Renovation in Hammond
Hammond has a real historic core with older timber homes, plus a large amount of rental stock supporting the university.
Rental property is a different brief to a family home. Durability and turnaround matter more than bespoke detail, and we quote it that way.
The older owner-occupied stock around downtown is closer to the work we do in the city: plaster, original millwork and structural checks.
People in Hammond 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 Hammond
Hammond has a real historic downtown, established residential streets around it, and a significant amount of rental property supporting the university. Those are three different briefs and we quote them differently.
On owner-occupied older homes the work looks like the city: plaster, original millwork, framing and moisture. The stock is worth the care and the details are worth keeping.
Rental property is a different job. Durability and turnaround matter more than bespoke finish, because every week a unit is out of use costs money and every surface has to survive tenants rather than one careful owner. We specify accordingly, and we are straight about where it makes sense to spend and where it does not.
Tangipahoa Parish also sits far enough north that the climate is marginally kinder than the lakefront, but not enough to change the fundamentals. Humidity, heavy rain and storm exposure still drive the specification.
What You Get
What We Do in Hammond
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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Remodeling in a College Town: Hammond’s Housing Mix
Hammond’s housing stock splits along a clear line: older wood-frame homes in and around the Downtown Hammond Historic District and Cate Square, and mid-century ranch homes in neighborhoods like University Place that grew up around Southeastern Louisiana University. Big Easy Renovations approaches these two housing types differently because the job actually is different.
The downtown historic homes tend to be older wood-frame construction, many raised off the ground the way homes were commonly built before slab foundations became standard. University Place and the subdivisions built later to house the university’s growth, sit mostly on concrete slabs with simpler, more uniform floor plans.
Hammond also has a lot of rental property, a byproduct of the university population. That matters for renovation planning too. A rental unit near campus often needs durable, low-maintenance finishes more than high-end custom work, while an owner-occupied home downtown is usually the opposite.
What a Renovation in Tangipahoa Parish Actually Involves
Hammond sits inland off Interstate 12 and Interstate 55, which means less direct storm surge exposure than the parishes closer to the Gulf or Lake Pontchartrain. That does not mean storms do not matter here. Heavy rain and wind still drive roofing, siding, and window decisions on any exterior renovation project.
Older homes near downtown Hammond and Cate Square, some dating back to the city’s early years as a farming and shipping town, need the same kind of structural and moisture check we would run on any historic home before a kitchen or bath remodel starts.
Neighbourhoods
Where We Work in Hammond
If your street is not listed, call 504-470-0455. We cover the whole area.
- Downtown Hammond Historic District
- Cate Square
- University Place
- Oak Knoll Estates
- Oak Creek
Local Knowledge
Hammond Housing Stock
Renovating well in Hammond 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 downtownOlder timber homes with original detail
- Rental propertyDurability and turnaround weighted over bespoke finish
- Established neighbourhoodsMature stock where repair and update run together
- Newer developmentLater construction where the work is finishes and layout
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 you work on rental and investment property?
Yes, and we quote it as a different brief: weighted toward durability and getting the unit back in service rather than bespoke detail.
Can you handle several units at once?
Yes. Tell us the full scope at the walkthrough so the schedule and the pricing reflect it rather than treating them as separate jobs.
Is Hammond within your service area?
Yes. Hammond and Tangipahoa Parish are part of our Northshore coverage.
Do you take on multiple units at once?
Yes. Tell us the scope at the walkthrough so the schedule reflects it.
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.
I own a rental property near Southeastern. What should I prioritize in a renovation?
Durable, low-maintenance materials in kitchens and baths hold up better to turnover than high-end finishes that need careful upkeep. We will walk the property with you and recommend what actually pays off for a rental in a college market.
Is my downtown Hammond home old enough to need special structural attention before a remodel?
If it is in or near the Downtown Hammond Historic District, likely yes. We check the foundation, framing, and any past repairs before we plan the project. Call 504-470-0455 to set up a walkthrough.
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
- Covington
- Mandeville
- Madisonville
- LaPlace
- 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 Hammond Project
Tell us what you want done in Hammond 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