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Paso Robles · Templeton · Atascadero · North County
Whole-Home Remodels in Paso Robles
Gut remodels, additions and second stories for homes in Paso Robles and the North County, from a family general contractor based in town.
- LicensedCSLB #986950
- Your teamMichael & Chris Harrod
- Office1345 Riverside Ave, Paso Robles
- WherePaso Robles & the North County
Whole-home remodels
When the house needs more than a new kitchen
A whole-home remodel is closer to building a new house inside an old one. Walls move, kitchens and baths are rebuilt, electrical, plumbing and mechanical systems are replaced, and the house is brought up to current energy and safety rules. Often an addition or a second story comes with it.
Harrod Built is led by brothers Michael and Chris Harrod, from our office in Paso Robles. Our studio, Harrod Drafting & Design, can measure the existing house and draw the remodel, or we can build from your architect’s plans. Either way we price the work while it is being designed.
Inside the City of Paso Robles, remodels go through the city’s building review. On rural parcels outside city limits, the work runs through San Luis Obispo County Planning & Building, and adding bedrooms can mean septic review. We check which applies to your address first.
What we handle
- Existing-house measurements and as-built drawings
- Layout changes, structural work and new foundations
- Kitchens, baths and primary suites
- Additions and second stories
- New electrical, plumbing, HVAC and energy upgrades
- Permits, engineering and inspections
Before you start
What shapes a whole-home remodel in Paso Robles
Remodel or rebuild
Past a certain point, rebuilding can make more sense. Our guide on whole-home remodeling vs new construction walks through how to decide.
Permits
Most whole-home remodels need permits for structural, electrical, plumbing and mechanical work. See do I need a permit to remodel in SLO County.
Clay soils
Additions on Paso Robles clay need foundations designed for it. See expansive clay soils.
Older homes
Homes built before 1978 can hide lead paint, asbestos and old wiring. Read remodeling an older home.
Adding space
See room additions and adding a second story.
Budget
Our remodel cost guide explains what moves the number on a large remodel.
Areas we serve
Where we remodel in San Luis Obispo County
Custom homes, remodels, additions and ADUs across San Luis Obispo, Monterey and Santa Barbara counties.
North County
San Luis Obispo & South County
Planning guides
Budget and planning guides
Cost to build a custom home in SLO County
What drives the budget on a Central Coast custom home, and how to get a real number.
ADU cost on the Central Coast
Detached, attached or conversion: what moves the price of an ADU or guest house.
Home remodel cost in Paso Robles & SLO County
Kitchens, baths, whole-home remodels and additions: the cost drivers we see.
Do you take on whole-home remodels or only new homes?
Both. Whole-home remodels, additions and second stories are a large part of our work alongside new custom homes.
Can we live in the house during the remodel?
On a whole-home remodel, usually not for the main phases. On phased projects we plan which parts of the house stay usable.
Do you remodel ranch and vineyard homes outside town?
Yes. Rural remodels often involve well and septic checks, and we plan those early.
How do we start?
Call or send the form with the address and what you want to change. We start with a walk through the house and a review of any plans or ideas.
One family, three companies: plans for big custom homes, remodels and additions from Harrod Drafting & Design, and pools, hardscape and planting from Paso Robles Landscaping, our landscape company. Also see whole-home remodels in San Luis Obispo.
Start your project
Planning a whole-home remodel in Paso Robles? Tell us about it.
A few details help us call you back with useful answers about budget, schedule and permits.
805.712.8993michael@harrodbuilt.com
1345 Riverside Ave, Paso Robles, CA 93446
CSLB License #986950
