Popular with young families, Houston offers residents affordable housing in addition to world-class attractions. It is also known for its diversity, and a large portion of the city’s population own their homes. We decided to showcase 15 of the city’s leading general contractors. These companies specialize in bathrooms and offer an impressive range of services. These contractors were selected for their accolades and their portfolios.
Vick Construction and Remodeling
104 Industrial Boulevard, Suite X, Sugar Land, TX 77478
Vick extends its services throughout Sugar Land and Houston and has since gained a reputation for being one of its premier general contractors. The firm offers its clients turn-key solutions to otherwise challenging spaces and is respected for its ground-up construction, remodeling, home addition, and restoration work. Some of its projects can be seen in Memorial, Mid-Town, Near Town, River Oaks, and the Heights. At the firm’s helm is its principal, Kevin Vick, whose family has been in the business for the greater part of six decades.
The firm’s team was asked to update this bathroom, which was originally constructed in the 1980s. The firm opted for a modern spa theme. The firm used white and gray tones to brighten up the space and installed shaker-style cabinets complete with custom pullouts, including a clothes hamper. The firm’s team also installed his-and-hers fully dimmable LED-lit mirrors.
Greymark Construction
1207 Bingham Street, Houston, TX 77007
Greymark Construction is a leading design-build firm that extends its services throughout Houston. Now on its second generation of builders, the firm is proud to be a women-led endeavor and well known for its kitchens, bathrooms, and whole-house remodels. The firm has also been celebrated for its home additions and historic homes. The staff draws inspiration from over three decades of industry experience and it has won over 60 industry awards. These victories include several Prism Awards and Good Brick Awards from Preservation Houston.
This project was among the GHBA PRISM Bathroom Awards finalists in its over $50,000 category. The existing space had a narrow bathroom with his-and-her sinks and an alcove tub. As a solution, the firm’s team used the space in the existing project’s storage room and installed a feature tub. It also crafted a separate private shower, restored the hardware vanities, and worked on a custom cabinet with bamboo trim to match the barn door accents.
Keechi Creek Builders
21175 State Highway 249, Suite #328, Houston, TX 77070
Located in the heart of Houston, Keechi Creek Builders is known for its outstanding residential remodeling and ground-up construction projects. Its extensive services also include structural and interior design as well as pool work and outdoor living services. The firm is one of Houston’s award-winning construction companies and the proud recipient of the Builder of the Year Award from the Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA). The firm provides turn-key solutions for its work, which includes everything from designs and permits to selections and pricing.
Located in Wynden Oaks, the featured project has a traditional French theme. The firm’s team opted for granite countertops and designed the custom cabinetry. Other impressive elements include the mouldings, fixtures, and the custom vanity.
Remodelers of Houston
4206 Law Street, Houston, TX 77005
Remodelers of Houston is a full-service remodeling firm that extends its services throughout Southwest Houston. It specializes in kitchens, bathrooms, home additions, attic conversions, whole house renovations, and outdoor living projects. The firm takes a design-build approach, which enables it to handle every aspect of the entire process from start to finish. Since its establishment, Remodelers of Houston has won countless awards, including several PRISM and Star Awards. The firm’s work has also been featured in publications like Remodeling Magazine, which has included the company on its annual 550 list of leading full-service remodelers in the country.
The project featured showcases the firm’s expertise in modern designs. The firm’s team opted for large tiles and slate backsplashes. It also employed neutral tones and installed a large mirror to run the entire length of the his-and-hers vanity.
Ashwood Designs & Custom Homes
2434 Robinhood Street, Suite B, Houston, TX 77005
Headquartered in Houston, Ashwood offers its clients a complete and comprehensive range of custom home and design services. It makes use of an excellent design-build approach, which allows it to keep the entire process in-house. The firm specializes in residential renovations and custom homes and makes use of the best and latest 3D design technology, which means few, or even no revisions throughout the entire process. Interested clients should consider the firm’s full project lifecycle packages and à la carte services.
The featured project is one of the firm’s best bathroom projects. The firm’s team installed a separate walk-in shower encased in glass., and it opted for a tile backsplash coupled with mosaic details. Another nice feature includes the shuttered window that opens up to the home’s backyard.
Craftsmanship By John
1418 Cedar Post Lane, Houston, TX 77055
Craftsmanship By John specializes in home remodeling services which includes home additions, kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling, outdoor living spaces, custom cabinetry, and other home renovations. The firm operates out of its headquarters in Houston and operates its very own cabinetry shop onsite where it creates custom cabinetry and other finishes for its remodeling clients. The firm takes a comprehensive design-build approach supplied by its own team of architects and interior designers. The firm is a proud member of the GHBA and its president, John Gillette, has been actively involved on the Remodelers Council of the GHBA for many years.
For this bathroom project, the firm’s team installed a custom fireplace framed by a unique mosaic pattern. It also designed these glass block windows that bring in plenty of ambient light. Some other pertinent features include the glass walk-in shower and granite flooring.
Premier Remodeling
905 Harvard Street, Houston, TX 77008
Founded in 2002, Premier Remodeling is composed of a talented team of home remodeling specialists. Since 2002, the firm has served over 276 clients, and it has completed 552 projects. The firm’s portfolio showcases an excellent range of kitchens, bathrooms, living areas, outdoor spaces, home additions, and large-scale residential remodels. The firm is personally led by its owner and principal, Rob Hellyer. He has spent his entire career in the construction and engineering industries and offers 26 years of experience in project management of multinational engineering firms. The firm is a two-time GHBA Remodeler of the Year and the recipient of numerous Star Awards from the Texas Association of Builders (TAB).
Photographs of 901 Harvard, Houston, Texas. Remodeling of former drugstore structure in Hitoric Houston Heights into personal residence by Premiere Remodeling, Houston, Texas
The featured project is the firm’s work on the Harvard bath. This project is a master bathroom and features a stellar contemporary theme. Its team opted for wrought-iron finishes, an excellent custom vanity, and tiered cabinetry.
Legal Eagle Contractors
5008 Locust Street, Bellaire, TX 77401
With over four decades of industry experience, Legal Eagle Contractors is proud to be among Southwest Houston’s best and leading design-build companies. The firm is well-known for its ground-up construction and extensive residential remodeling work. It has also been praised for its aging-in-place and the universality of its designs. The firm is proud to be a twice named Houston Remodeler of the Year by the GHBA.
This featured project serves as this home’s master bathroom. Located in Bellaire Hoes—one of the best neighborhoods in Houston—this bathroom was originally designed in the 1980s. The firm was tasked with its extensive updates. The shower previously was surrounded by sheetrock walls, one of which supported the TV. Its team installed a frameless glass shower door to open things up and create clean lines. It also matched the tub skirt to the existing cabinetry.
Sneller Custom Homes and Remodeling
9070 Gleannloch Forest Dr, #600, Spring, TX 77379
As its name suggests, Sneller specializes in custom homes and remodels. It is headquartered in Spring and extends its services throughout the areas surrounding it. Since its inception, the firm has been the recipient of countless industry awards. Those awards include several Prism Awards from the GHBA and Star Awards from TAB. The firm also makes use of excellent software: BuilderTrend. That software allows homeowners to review their budgets and project schedules, make selections, and share photos with their other family members of their ongoing projects—and do so in real-time.
The project depicted was part of an extensive first-floor residential remodel. On this project, the firm’s team opted for a beautiful traditional design to match the rest of the other remodeled spaces. The team worked on granite countertops, his-and-her sinks, and large paned mirrors. The firm’s team also designed several custom cabinetry, backsplashes, and an excellently framed tub.
Divine Renovation
4928 Fulton Street, Unit C, Houston, TX 77009
Divine Renovation is experienced in every aspect of the home remodeling process and is particularly well-known for its extensive single-family home renovations, kitchen remodels, bathroom renovations, garage conversions, and home addition projects. The company offers its services at highly competitive prices and holds various professional certifications. Those certifications include Certified Graduate Remodeler and Certified Aging-in-Place, assuring homeowners of the universality of its projects. The firm is the proud recipient of countless Star Awards. Its work is best embodied in the project featured.
This bathroom was featured on Houston Remodeling. It features an excellent modern theme. The firm’s team designed a separate spa-like shower and opted for a custom-framed tub finished by an exquisite vanity. Some other features include the chandelier and paneled windows.
Charanza Contracting
10801 Hammerly, Suite #216, Houston, TX 77043
Headquartered in Houston, Charanza Contracting has been in business since 1987 and specializes in every aspect of the residential remodeling and construction process. Its portfolio showcases several excellent custom homes, high-rise builds, and ranch homes. That portfolio also countless includes beautiful kitchens and bathrooms. Additionally, the company is also well-known for its comprehensive home improvements and custom cabinetry work. At the firm’s leadership is its owner and namesake, Kenneth Charanza. He first started out in the industry back in 1978, working with various builders in the Houston area before working with a Houston custom estate home company in the 1980s. He has had the privilege of serving on the Board of Directors for the Remodelors Council of the GHBA.
The company is known for completing complex projects that continue to impress its meticulous clients. As a result, Charanza Contracting has been trusted by many of its clientele to complete projects for their family and friends.
LBJ Construction
5438 Guhn Road, Houston, TX 77040
LBJ Construction specializes in both residential remodels and ground-up construction work. It also offers its clients excellent handyman services. The firm has been in business since 1995 and can take on projects regardless of size or scale. The firm is well-known for its detailed planning and competent execution. It is led by its owner and principal, Breck Powers. He has been involved with the remodeling and building industry most of his life and is experienced in every aspect of the process. He has also served on the GHBA Remodelers Council board of directors as chair and as the council’s president. He has also served on the board of the Greater Houston Builders Association and the Texas Association of Builders.
McDuffie Master Bathroom LBJ Construction Houston Remodeling and Handyman
The project featured is an excellent example of the firm’s talent and expertise. Labeled as the “McDuffie,” this bathroom renovation is located in Montrose. The firm’s team employed natural stone tile flooring and countertops. It also designed and constructed a frameless shower enclosure and installed custom cabinetry.
On Point Custom Homes
940 Corbindale Road, Houston, TX 77024
On Point Custom Homes is a locally owned and operated firm that has steadily gained national recognition since its establishment. The firm offers its clients a complete range of services and is a leading expert in the design-build process. It credits its success to its highly experienced staff, which is composed of a talented team of architects, designers, and certified construction professionals. The firm is the proud recipient of numerous design and construction awards, beginning with the GHBA’s Best Custom Home Elevation in 2009. Some of its other impressive distinctions include several PRISM Awards and Best in American Living Awards.
The depicted project is one of the firm’s most outstanding bathroom remodels. The firm’s team was asked to work on a master bath. It made use of a modern design with a contemporary feel with a unique custom chandelier, clean tiles, and minimalist finishes.
Alair Homes Houston
9940 Bamboo Road, Houston, TX 77041
Alair Homes Houston extends its services to all of the Greater Houston area and specializes in residential construction and remodeling. The firm has received stellar reviews through the years and it has built an excellent portfolio. The firm often employs various sustainable practices and designs in its projects, and the firm thus ensures that all of its projects are highly efficient and environmentally friendly.
Labeled as the Electra Drive remodel in its portfolio, this space features an excellent walk-in shower. It also installed cabinetry and storage around the tub’s frame. Some other beautiful elements include the earthy color palette and unique fixtures.
Abbott Contracting
7320 Ashcroft Drive, Suite #212, Houston, TX 77081
Abbott Contracting is a full-service remodeler that offers a great range of residential remodeling and home improvement services. Founded in 1986, the firm has worked in some of the most sought-after communities of Southwest Houston. These include homes in the neighborhoods of Bellaire, West University, Southside Place, Meyerland, Braes Heights, and the Medical Center. The firm is respected for both its excellent interiors and exteriors. Its gallery also showcases several great outdoor kitchens and decks. The featured project is one of the firm’s most impressive works.
Larry Abbott, the firm’s owner, is a Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist who makes sure that all of the firm’s bathrooms are universal. Under his leadership, the firm has designed and constructed several bathrooms which showcase clean backsplashes and separate glass-encased showers.
