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Interior Gut Renovation & Drywall

How a full interior renovation unfolds, from demolition to paint-ready walls — with the timeline and budget figures to plan around.

Typical timeline
6–12 weeks
varies by scope & permits
Gut remodel
$60–$150
per sq ft (planning range)
Drywall only
$1.50–$3.50
per sq ft (planning range)

Ranges are planning figures; firm quotes follow a free walkthrough.

The process

Seven steps, start to finish

Walkthrough, free 360° assessment & estimate

We walk the property, align on goals, and provide a free 360° assessment that flags what's in scope, what needs immediate attention, and what to plan for later — then a clear scope and firm quote.

Permits & city coordination

We pull the required permits and coordinate with the city before demo begins.

Demolition & structural corrections

Gutted to the studs, with any structural issues corrected and ready to rebuild.

Electrical, plumbing & HVAC rough-in

Systems updated and routed to current code before walls close up.

Insulation & rough inspections

Insulated and inspected — the checkpoint that protects everything that follows.

Drywall hang, tape & finish

Drywall hung, taped, and floated to smooth, paint-ready walls.

Paint, trim & final walkthrough

Finishes, trim, and a final walkthrough we both sign off on.

What to expect

Planning notes

  • Daily clean-up & progress updates so you always know where the project stands.
  • Firm quote after a free walkthrough — planning ranges become real numbers.
  • New windows can be sealed and trimmed as part of the envelope work.
  • Rough inspections are a required milestone, not an optional one.
Finished renovated vaulted interior, paint-ready

These photos follow real Galveston interiors from demo to paint-ready: structure opened and corrected, systems updated, insulation inspected, and drywall finished smooth.

Plan your budget

Want a quick ballpark?

Use our interactive estimator to turn square footage into a planning range — then book a free walkthrough for a firm number.

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More project references

Explore our case studies

Every project type comes with its own process, timeline, and planning ranges. Browse the case studies to plan and compare with confidence.

Common questions

Renovation FAQs

Most interior gut renovations run 6 to 12 weeks depending on scope, permitting, and the condition of existing structure and systems.

Structural corrections, system upgrades, finish level, and accessibility of the space. We itemize these so you can see exactly where your budget goes.

It depends on the scope. For full gut renovations, most homeowners move out during the loudest phases. We'll advise honestly during the walkthrough.

Ready to talk about your project?

Tell us what you're planning. We'll set up a free walkthrough and turn it into a clear, fair proposal you can actually understand.

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