Residential Remodel & Repair in Richardson, TX
Kitchens, baths, additions, whole-home remodels and pre-sale repair lists for homeowners across Dallas–Fort Worth. You get a free inspection, an itemized bid, and a private client portal for the whole project.
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Richardson building stock and permit process
- Richardson runs an Express Permitting Program that guarantees a three-business-day plan review for qualifying small-business projects. source
- Roof permits in Richardson require a deck inspection where applicable plus a final inspection at completion. source
- The city offers a Home Improvement Incentive Program for owners who substantially reinvest in Richardson's older housing stock. source
- Because Richardson spans two counties, property taxes are collected through both the Dallas and Collin county tax offices. source
- Contractor registration in Richardson is valid for one year and must be in place before any permit is issued. source
Permits and registration in Richardson
Permit department
City of Richardson Building Inspection Department — official page
Richardson is in Dallas County (with a portion in Collin County).
Online permit portal
Richardson Online Permits — portal page
Contractor registration
Contractors working in Richardson must register before a permit is issued, and the registration fee is $100. source
Re-roof permit
Richardson requires a permit for any roof replacement, recovering or repair that exceeds 25% of the total roof area. source
Adopted building code
Richardson adopted the 2021 International Codes and the 2020 National Electrical Code by City Council action on April 24, 2023. source
Districts and areas we work in
CityLine · Galatyn Park and the Eisemann Center · Canyon Creek · Cottonwood Heights · University of Texas at Dallas area
Weather events that drive repairs here
- Feb. 19, 2021: Richardson issued a winter weather repairs notice after Winter Storm Uri covering water shutoffs and water damage claims. source
- Feb. 22, 2021: Richardson ISD reported winter storm damage at 45 of its campuses after the freeze. source
- Feb. 17, 2021: Richardson was among the North Texas cities asked to reduce water use during Uri as burst pipes drove regional demand to 350 million gallons a day. source
What this includes
Kitchens and baths
Cabinets, counters, tile, plumbing fixtures and lighting installed by our own licensed trades.
Additions and whole-home remodels
Framing through finish, permitted and inspected, with one schedule and one point of contact.
Pre-sale repairs
Inspection punch lists knocked out quickly so a closing stays on track.
Free inspection in 24–48 hours
We walk the property, photograph it, and return an itemized bid you can actually read.
Straightforward payment terms
Projects up to $50,000 are 50% to start and 50% at completion. Larger projects are 50% / 25% / 25%.
Richardson questions, answered
Do I need a permit for residential remodel & repair in Richardson?
Yes — permitted work in Richardson goes through City of Richardson Building Inspection Department. Permits are filed through Richardson Online Permits, the city's online permit portal. Contractors working in Richardson must register before a permit is issued, and the registration fee is $100. We pull the permits for the scope and coordinate inspections. Richardson requires a permit for any roof replacement, recovering or repair that exceeds 25% of the total roof area. source
How fast can someone look at my project?
We book a free inspection within 24 to 48 hours in most of Dallas–Fort Worth.
What are your payment terms?
Projects up to $50,000 are 50% to start and 50% at completion. Larger projects are split 50% / 25% / 25%.
Do I get to see progress if I am not at the house?
Yes. Every project gets a private client portal with the scope, schedule updates and photos.
Do you guarantee your work?
Yes. Our workmanship carries a one-year guarantee.
Residential Remodel & Repair in Richardson? Let's walk it.
Inspection in 24–48 hours, itemized bid after the walk, and a private client portal for the project.