Serving Decatur, GA
General Contractor in Decatur
Renovations that respect Decatur's older homes, from Craftsman bungalows to mid-century ranches, built by one licensed, insured team.
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Contracting for Decatur Homes & Businesses
Decatur's housing stock is a big part of its charm and a big part of what makes renovation here tricky. Neighborhoods like Winnona Park are lined with 1920s Craftsman bungalows, and the rest of the city and the surrounding DeKalb streets mix early 1900s homes with mid-century ranches and newer infill. Behind the plaster you can find old framing, past additions that do not quite line up, and wiring that has been extended many times.
We plan for that. Before we quote, we look for the likely surprises and price them honestly, and when we open walls we take the chance to bring framing, lighting and network cabling up to date. The goal is a renovation that looks like it belongs in the house and works like a new one.
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Home Renovation in Decatur
Kitchens, bathrooms, basements and whole-home updates, handled from demolition to trim by one team.
Learn more →Kitchen Remodeling in Decatur
Full remodels or targeted upgrades: layout changes, cabinets, custom pantry pull-outs and lighting.
Learn more →Custom Carpentry in Decatur
Pull-out pantries, closet systems, built-ins and trim, built to fit the room exactly.
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Building in Decatur: What to Know
Within the City of Decatur, building permits come from the city's Planning, Zoning and Inspections department. Decatur also has a Historic Preservation Commission covering five local historic districts, and the city will not issue a building permit for work in those districts without proof of a Certificate of Appropriateness. Many homes with a Decatur mailing address are actually in unincorporated DeKalb County, where DeKalb issues the permits. We confirm which applies to your address up front.
Permit requirements change, and every project is different. We confirm the current rules for your address as part of your quote. More in our guide: Do You Need a Building Permit in Atlanta?
Decatur Contractor FAQ
My Decatur home is in a historic district. Can you still renovate it?
Yes. Interior work is usually straightforward. Exterior changes in the city's historic districts need a Certificate of Appropriateness before a permit is issued, and we build that step into the schedule.
Is my house in the City of Decatur or DeKalb County?
A Decatur mailing address does not always mean the City of Decatur. We check your parcel, because it decides who issues the permit and which rules apply.
Can you match original trim and details in an older home?
Usually, yes. We source or recreate trim profiles to match existing casing and baseboard so new work blends in.
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All of Metro Atlanta • Buckhead • Midtown • Brookhaven • Sandy Springs • Dunwoody • Alpharetta • Roswell • Marietta • Smyrna
Services: Home Renovation • Kitchen Remodeling • Custom Carpentry • Commercial Buildouts • Demolition • Low Voltage & Cabling • Security Cameras & Access