Bathroom Renovation
Full remodels, shower rebuilds and vanity swaps, with the waterproofing done properly before any tile goes on.
Slidell, Louisiana
Renovation Contractor
in Slidell
Slidell sits on the eastern edge of Lake Pontchartrain, and its housing stock reflects that. Slab-built ranch homes, raised houses near the water, and neighbourhoods that have been rebuilt more than once.
Serving St. Tammany Parish
Renovation in Slidell
A lot of Slidell is post-war slab-on-grade rather than the pier and beam you find in the city. That changes what goes wrong and what it costs to fix. Slab houses do not get the sloping floors of a raised shotgun, but they are far less forgiving when water gets in.
Closer to the lake and the bayous you get raised construction and homes that have been through flood recovery. Those need a different eye: what was replaced, what was patched, and what was covered over.
We work across both, and the first thing we do on either is look at where the water goes.
People in Slidell 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 Slidell
Slidell sits between Lake Pontchartrain and the Pearl River basin, and almost every renovation question here eventually becomes a water question. Homes near the bayous and the lakefront are built up; further inland you are mostly on slab.
On a slab house the failure mode is different to the city. You do not get the pier and beam settling that dominates work in Orleans Parish, but when water gets in it has nowhere to go and it moves through the wall cavities rather than under the floor. Plumbing runs cast into the slab are also far harder to reroute, which changes what a bathroom or kitchen layout change actually costs.
A lot of Slidell housing has been through flood recovery at least once. The single most useful thing we do on those homes is establish honestly what was properly repaired and what was closed up. Drywall replaced to the wrong height, insulation left wet behind a patch, or a subfloor that was dried but never replaced will all show up eventually.
Storm exposure is the other constant. Roofing, siding, soffit and fencing all take more punishment here than a few miles inland, and the fixings matter more than the material.
What You Get
What We Do in Slidell
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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Canal Homes and Historic Olde Towne
Slidell’s canal communities, Eden Isles and Oak Harbor, are built on pilings for a reason. These neighbourhoods sit on canals that connect straight to Lake Pontchartrain, and that waterfront exposure means flood risk has always shaped how homes here get built. Much of the area rebuilt after Hurricane Katrina’s 2005 storm surge, and raised construction is standard, not the exception.
Olde Towne Slidell is a different story. It’s the historic core of the city, with older homes that predate the canal subdivisions, and renovation there tends to focus more on updating aging systems than on flood elevation.
Knowing whether a home sits in a canal community or the older historic district changes how we approach a Slidell renovation from the first walkthrough.
Wind, Surge and What We Build Back With
Slidell’s position on Lake Pontchartrain means both wind and surge factor into renovation decisions, especially for roofing, siding, and any work on a home’s exterior.
Big Easy Renovations backs its roofing work with 15 years of unlimited wind coverage from named storms, on top of a 50 year non pro-rated materials warranty and a 10 year workmanship warranty. For homeowners in Eden Isles or Oak Harbor, that roofing coverage speaks directly to the risk they are already living with.
We plan Slidell renovations around wind and water from the start, not as an afterthought once the design is finished.
Neighbourhoods
Where We Work in Slidell
If your street is not listed, call 504-470-0455. We cover the whole area.
- Eden Isles
- Oak Harbor
- Olde Towne
- Lakeshore Villages
- Eastridge Park
- Bayou Liberty area
Local Knowledge
Slidell Housing Stock
Renovating well in Slidell 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.
- Slab on gradePost-war ranch homes where water intrusion matters more than settling
- Raised constructionHomes near the water built up, with the access and drainage that implies
- Flood recovery workPrevious repairs assessed properly rather than assumed sound
- Newer subdivisionsLater stock where the issues are wear and dated layout rather than structure
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
Should I be worried about renovating a house that flooded?
Not worried, but you should know what you are buying into. The question is never whether it flooded, it is whether the repair was done properly. We open up enough to find out before quoting the visible work.
Can you move plumbing in a slab house?
Sometimes, and it costs more than in a raised house because the runs are cast into the slab. We will tell you at the walkthrough whether your layout idea is realistic before you get attached to it.
Do you cover all of Slidell?
Yes, across Slidell and the wider St. Tammany Parish area, including Olde Towne and the neighbourhoods out toward the lake.
Is renovating a slab house different?
Yes. You do not get the pier and beam settling that dominates work in the city, but plumbing runs in the slab and water intrusion are harder to deal with. The approach changes accordingly.
Do you handle homes that have flooded before?
Yes. The main thing is establishing honestly what was properly repaired last time and what was covered over. That drives everything else.
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 homes in Eden Isles and Oak Harbor built on pilings?
Those neighbourhoods sit on canals connected to Lake Pontchartrain, which brings real flood and storm surge risk. Much of the area rebuilt after Hurricane Katrina’s 2005 surge, and raised construction has been standard there since.
Does Big Easy Renovations account for wind exposure on Slidell renovations?
Yes. Slidell’s lakefront position means more wind exposure than inland areas, so we factor that into material choices for roofing and siding. On the roofing side, our warranty includes 15 years of unlimited wind coverage from named storms.
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
- Covington
- 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 Slidell Project
Tell us what you want done in Slidell 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