Bathroom Renovation
Full remodels, shower rebuilds and vanity swaps, with the waterproofing done properly before any tile goes on.
Madisonville, Louisiana
Renovation Contractor
in Madisonville
A small riverside town on the Tchefuncte with a compact historic centre and waterfront property either side of it.
Serving St. Tammany Parish
Renovation in Madisonville
Madisonville is small, old and on the water. That combination means older timber homes, real exposure to damp, and a lot of properties where the relationship between the house and the river matters.
Waterfront and near-waterfront property needs drainage, cladding and metalwork thought about together. They are the three things the environment goes after hardest.
The historic centre has stock worth preserving rather than replacing, and we treat it that way.
People in Madisonville 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 Madisonville
Madisonville is small, old and on the Tchefuncte, which is an unusual combination. The compact historic centre has timber homes worth preserving, and much of the surrounding property has a direct relationship with the river.
Waterfront and near-waterfront homes are harder on materials than anything inland. Damp, exposure and drainage all press at once, and they press on the same three things: cladding, any timber close to the ground, and metalwork.
A lot of local housing is raised in response to the river. Raised construction is generally easier to work under and easier to inspect, which is an advantage: we can see the framing, the joists and the underside of the floor rather than guessing at what a slab is hiding.
Because the historic core is small, exterior work is visible and worth doing sympathetically. Matching board profiles and keeping original detail costs a little more and looks materially better from the street.
What You Get
What We Do in Madisonville
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.
Gallery
A Small River Town With Old Bones
Historic Madisonville sits right on the Tchefuncte River, and the town’s old bones show it. Cobblestone streets and preserved cottages make up the historic core, built by a community with deep ties to fishing and wooden boat building. Homes here tend to be raised, which has always been the practical answer to living this close to the river.
Away from the historic core, newer subdivisions like Tchefuncte Harbor, Tchefuncte Parc, Madisonville on the Lake, Grand Oaks, and Highland Oaks give homeowners more distance from the river and more variation in construction type, from slab homes on higher ground to raised homes closer to the water.
Renovating in Madisonville starts with figuring out how close a home sits to the river and what that means for its foundation.
Building Close to the Tchefuncte
Building close to the Tchefuncte means planning around water, not just for it. Mechanical equipment, ground floor materials, and drainage all get more attention here than they would further from the river.
The town’s swing bridge and its lighthouse at the river’s mouth aren’t just landmarks. They’re reminders that Madisonville has always been a working river town, and that relationship with the water shapes how homes here get built and renovated.
We plan every Madisonville renovation with the river in mind, whether the home sits in the historic district or one of the newer subdivisions.
Neighbourhoods
Where We Work in Madisonville
If your street is not listed, call 504-470-0455. We cover the whole area.
- Historic Madisonville
- Tchefuncte Harbor
- Tchefuncte Parc
- Madisonville on the Lake
- Grand Oaks
- Highland Oaks
Local Knowledge
Madisonville Housing Stock
Renovating well in Madisonville 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 centreOlder timber homes in a compact, walkable core
- Waterfront propertyHouses where damp, exposure and drainage all run together
- Raised constructionHomes built up in response to the river
- Original detailMillwork and cladding worth repairing rather than replacing
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 take on smaller jobs in Madisonville?
Yes. A single bathroom, a fence run or a section of siding is fine. Call and tell us what you need.
Is a raised house easier to renovate?
In some respects, yes. You can get under it, see the framing and inspect properly rather than working from assumptions. That usually means fewer surprises once work starts.
Do you travel to Madisonville?
Yes, it is part of our regular St. Tammany coverage alongside Covington and Mandeville.
Is waterfront property different to renovate?
Yes. Damp, exposure and drainage all press harder. Cladding, ironwork and any timber near the ground need more attention than they would inland.
Do you do smaller jobs out there?
Yes. A single bathroom or a fence run is fine. Call and tell us what you need.
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.
Why are so many homes near historic Madisonville built up on piers?
Proximity to the Tchefuncte River. Raised construction has long been the standard answer to flood risk in the historic core, and it’s something we account for on any renovation in that area.
Do homes in newer Madisonville subdivisions need the same flood-conscious approach?
It depends on the lot. Subdivisions like Tchefuncte Harbor and Madisonville on the Lake sit at different elevations relative to the river, so we check the specific lot and foundation type before recommending an approach.
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.
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 Madisonville Project
Tell us what you want done in Madisonville 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