Houston Heights General Contractor — Remodeling, Renovation & Home Repairs
Houston Build Crew is your neighborhood general contractor in Houston Heights. We specialize in remodeling historic bungalows, Victorian homes, and mid-century properties along Heights Blvd, 19th Street, Yale, and Studewood. Kitchen remodels, bathroom renovations, home additions, and repairs — done right. Free estimates. Call (281) 905-2414.
Your Houston Heights Neighborhood Contractor
Houston Heights is one of Houston's most distinctive neighborhoods — tree-lined streets, Craftsman bungalows, Victorian homes, and a walkable community feel that sets it apart from the rest of the city. Renovating in the Heights requires a contractor who understands the neighborhood: the pier-and-beam foundations common in pre-1960 homes, the older electrical and plumbing systems in historic properties, and the character-preserving approach that Heights homeowners value.
Houston Build Crew is based on Heights Blvd. We know the streets — Yale, 19th, 20th, Studewood, Ashland, Cortlandt — and we have worked in virtually every block of the neighborhood. Whether you are opening up walls in a 1930s bungalow for an open-concept kitchen, adding a master suite to a 1950s ranch, or completely renovating a historic Victorian, we bring the right approach for Heights homes specifically.
We also understand the Heights real estate market. A well-executed kitchen or bathroom remodel in the Heights can add $40,000–$100,000+ in value. We help you prioritize projects that deliver strong ROI for the neighborhood's price points.
Popular Heights Renovation Projects
- Kitchen remodels — open-concept conversions, new cabinets, quartz countertops
- Bathroom renovations — master bath additions, tile showers, freestanding tubs
- Wall removal and open-concept living room/kitchen/dining
- Master suite additions over garage or rear of home
- Garage conversions to living space or ADU
- Deck and covered patio additions
- Pier-and-beam foundation repairs and flooring replacement
- Electrical and plumbing updates in pre-1970 homes
- Exterior paint, siding repair, and curb appeal improvements
- Fence installation along Heights lots
Working With Heights Historic Homes
Many of the Heights' most desirable homes were built between 1910 and 1960. These properties have tremendous character — hardwood floors, built-in cabinetry, craftsman trim, and front porches — but they also come with the challenges of older construction:
- Pier-and-beam foundations: Unlike slab homes, Heights bungalows on pier-and-beam require specific approaches to flooring installation, plumbing rough-in, and certain structural modifications. We have extensive pier-and-beam experience.
- Older electrical systems: Many Heights homes have outdated wiring (knob-and-tube or early breaker panels) that needs updating when doing major renovations. We coordinate with licensed electricians.
- Plaster walls: Some older Heights homes have plaster rather than drywall. We work with plaster or convert to modern drywall depending on your preference.
- Historic overlay districts: Parts of the Heights have design guidelines for exterior changes. We know the rules and help you navigate what is permitted.