Home renovations require a general contractor who can coordinate multiple trades, manage materials and scheduling, and deliver a cohesive result across the whole house.
A lot of homeowners in the Salt Lake Valley buy a house knowing they're going to update it. Maybe it's a 1970s split-level in Murray that hasn't been touched since it was built. Maybe it's a fixer-upper in Sugar House that was priced right because every room needs work. Maybe it's a home in Lehi that was a new build ten years ago and is ready for a design refresh. Whatever the situation, home renovations require a general contractor who can coordinate multiple trades, manage materials and scheduling, and deliver a cohesive result across the whole house.
Apogee Builder Group has been doing home renovations across Salt Lake County, Utah County, and Davis County for over a decade. We handle the full scope — demolition, framing changes, new drywall, flooring, tile, cabinetry, trim carpentry, and paint coordination — or targeted multi-room updates. We manage the project so you don't have to.
Whole-Home Renovation
A whole-home renovation updates multiple rooms or systems at once. This is almost always more efficient than doing rooms one at a time over several years — fewer mobilizations, less disruption spread over a longer period, and a finished result that looks cohesive. We typically sequence whole-home renovations to minimize how long families are displaced from key areas like kitchens and bathrooms.
What Whole-Home Renovations Usually Include
Kitchen update or full remodel — flooring replacement throughout the main level — bathroom remodel or update in one or more bathrooms — new interior doors and hardware — trim carpentry updates to baseboards and casings — drywall repairs and fresh texture — paint. Sometimes the scope extends to the basement, a deck, or exterior work. We build a detailed project scope and schedule before any work starts.
Targeted Home Renovations
Kitchen and Dining Area Renovation
Updating a kitchen doesn't always mean a full gut remodel. Sometimes it's new cabinet faces, new counters, new backsplash tile, and new flooring — a targeted renovation that changes the look without moving any walls or plumbing. We do these in Draper, South Jordan, Holladay, and across the Wasatch Front regularly.
Living Room and Main Level Updates
New flooring, updated trim, repaired or retextured walls, and sometimes opening a wall between rooms — main level renovations change how a house feels from the moment you walk in. We've done this kind of work in mid-century homes in Millcreek where the original layout felt chopped up, and in newer construction in Lehi where the builder-grade finishes were ready for an upgrade.
Aging-in-Place Renovations
Homeowners who want to stay in their homes as they get older often need renovations that improve accessibility — wider doorways, walk-in showers with no curb, grab bars properly anchored to blocking, better lighting, and no-step entryways. We do aging-in-place renovations thoughtfully. Good design means these updates don't look clinical — they look like a well-designed home.
Managing a Home Renovation in Utah
The biggest challenge homeowners face with multi-room renovations is coordination — getting trades in the right order, materials on site when needed, and inspections scheduled without creating delays. That's what a general contractor does. We build the project schedule, order materials with lead time factored in, coordinate plumbers and electricians, and keep you updated throughout.
We serve homeowners throughout Salt Lake County, Utah County, and Davis County. Most of our renovation clients tell us the same thing at the end of the project: they wish they had done it sooner.
Home renovation costs in Utah vary widely, but most projects fall between $10,000 and $75,000+, depending on size and scope.
Small projects (bathroom, minor updates): $10K–$25K
Mid-range renovations: $40K–$75K
Full or high-end remodels: $75K–$150K+
Costs increase with structural changes, high-end materials, and labor.
Tip: Always budget an extra 10–15% for unexpected costs like repairs or code upgrades.
Yes—many renovation projects require permits, especially if they involve structural, electrical, plumbing, or HVAC changes.
Permits are typically required if you:
- Add or remove walls
- Expand your home
- Update major systems (electrical, plumbing, HVAC)
- Smaller cosmetic work (paint, flooring, fixtures) usually does not require permits.
Why it matters: Skipping permits can lead to fines, delays, or issues when selling your home.
Most home renovations in Utah take 4 to 8 months, depending on project complexity.
Small projects: a few weeks
Single-room remodels: 1–2 months
Full home renovations: 4–6+ months
The timeline depends on:
Permit approval speed
Project size and design complexity
Contractor availability
Tip: Delays are common—planning and permitting are often the longest phases.
Our team is here to answer your questions and help you get started on turning your vision into reality.