How much does a full home renovation cost in New Jersey?
Whole-house renovations in Ocean and Monmouth County generally run $75,000–$400,000+, set by square footage, how much is structural versus cosmetic, whether kitchens and baths are gutted, and the finish level. A sound home getting new finishes throughout sits lower; a down-to-studs renovation with moved walls, new systems, and premium finishes reaches the top. We scope it in phases so the number is transparent, not a mystery.
Exterior and interior — one contractor for both
Most contractors specialize in one side of the house. Paragon does both the exterior and the interior, which is the whole advantage of a full renovation under one roof: the roof, siding, and windows get sequenced alongside the kitchen, baths, flooring, and trim in a single plan. One mobilization, one schedule, one crew accountable for the finished house.
Built on a general contractor’s experience
Paragon is an owner-led New Jersey contractor with more than 30 years of construction experience. A whole-house renovation is exactly the kind of project that needs that depth: structure, systems, sequencing, and finish all coordinated so nothing gets built twice.
What a Paragon full renovation covers
- Whole-house scope and phasing — a realistic plan for how the work sequences and how you’ll live through it
- Every permit pulled and every inspection scheduled by us
- Licensed trades — electrical, plumbing, HVAC, framing, and finish — supervised as one team
- Exterior envelope — roof, siding, windows, doors, and gutters where the project calls for it
- Interior build-out — kitchens, baths, flooring, doors, trim, and paint
- Structural changes — removing walls, reworking layouts, and opening up space where the framing allows
- One contract and one point of contact from demolition to final punch list
Financing a renovation of this scale
Current third-party financing options may be available, subject to lender disclosures, terms, and approval. Paragon is not a lender and does not guarantee approval or a particular payment. Related links: financing information.
What is considered a structural repair?
A structural repair restores or changes a load-bearing part of the home, such as a foundation, beam, floor joist, column, load-bearing wall, or roof-framing member. A drywall crack or sticking door is not automatically structural, but repeated movement, sagging, separation, or moisture damage deserves an inspection before cosmetic work covers it.
Who should you call for structural problems?
Start with a licensed general contractor who can document the conditions, identify related water or exterior-envelope issues, and coordinate the work. When the repair affects load paths, foundation movement, or engineered framing, the project may also need a New Jersey licensed professional engineer and local permits. Paragon confirms that team and scope before construction begins.
How much do structural repairs cost?
There is no responsible single price without seeing the damage. Cost depends on the affected component, cause, access, demolition, temporary shoring, engineering, permits, material replacement, water correction, and finish restoration. A written proposal should separate the structural repair from related roofing, siding, plumbing, or interior work so the homeowner can see what is being corrected.
How is structural damage to a house repaired?
The repair starts by identifying both the damaged member and the cause. The approved sequence may include temporary support, opening finishes, reinforcing or replacing framing, correcting water intrusion or movement, completing required inspections, and restoring the surrounding surfaces. The exact method should follow the site conditions and any engineered repair plan—not a generic do-it-yourself recipe.
How should home repairs be triaged?
Address immediate safety, active water, exposed electrical conditions, broken openings, and unstable materials first. Then identify the cause, the correct trade, permit or engineering needs, and the finish work required after the repair. Photo or drone documentation may be included when appropriate for roof access, safety, and project scope.
Does home insurance cover foundation repair?
Coverage depends on the cause of damage, the policy language, exclusions, deductibles, and the insurer’s investigation. Foundation repair is not automatically covered, and Paragon cannot determine or guarantee a claim outcome. Photograph the condition, prevent additional damage when it is safe to do so, notify the carrier promptly, and coordinate non-emergency demolition with the adjuster before concealed evidence is removed.
Are there programs that help seniors with home repairs?
Some municipal, county, state, utility, nonprofit, or federal programs may help eligible homeowners, but funding, property rules, income limits, approved work, and contractor requirements change. The administering agency—not the contractor—decides eligibility. Paragon can provide an inspection and written scope when the requested repair is within service availability; homeowners should verify current terms directly with the official program before authorizing work.
Why homeowners choose Paragon
Family-run and NJ HIC-registered (#13VH13814500), with a seasoned general contractor running the build and a crew that covers the whole house. One accountable contract for the biggest project your home will ever see — exterior and interior, start to finish.
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How much does interior painting cost?
Angi's July 2026 data reports roughly $2 to $6 per square foot for many whole-house interior painting projects. Wall condition, ceilings, trim, doors, height, color changes, repairs, furniture, occupied-space protection, and coating system determine the written scope.
Drywall installation, drywall repair, and interior finishing
Drywall work can include new board, damaged-area replacement, patching, taping, corner repair, texture matching, and preparation for paint. The source of stains, cracks, or soft material should be corrected before refinishing. Interior finishing coordinates drywall with trim, doors, flooring, cabinets, tile, paint, electrical devices, and mechanical grilles.
Home repairs, structural repairs, and refurbishment
Paragon evaluates each repair before accepting it as a standalone project. Interior or exterior structural work may require engineering, permits, temporary support, and opening finished surfaces. Refurbishment and remodeling retain useful parts of the home while updating systems and finishes; a project that changes the footprint belongs on the home additions page, while ground-up work belongs on new home construction.
Services available for this type of project
- Drywall installation
- Drywall repair
- Home renovations
- Interior finishing
- Interior structural repairs
- Paint indoors
- Refurbishment
- Remodeling
- Whole home renovation
A project may combine several of these services. We inspect the property, confirm priorities, and define the work in a written proposal before construction begins.
