Home renovations in Metairie that fit the way you live now

General Renovations with Oliver Nola

Many homes in Metairie and Old Jefferson were built decades ago for a different way of living. Closed-off rooms, tired finishes and layouts that no longer suit a growing family are common reasons people call Oliver Nola. Our general renovation work updates the home you already own so it works for how you live today.

Renovation projects range widely. Some clients want to open a wall between the kitchen and living room, add a laundry room or convert a garage into living space. Others need new flooring, trim and paint throughout, or a full interior refresh before selling. We scope each project around your priorities and budget, and we tell you plainly what is realistic.

Older homes hold surprises behind the walls: outdated wiring, earlier repairs that were never permitted, water damage or framing that does not match the drawings. We plan for that possibility up front, open walls carefully and stop to discuss findings with you before costs change. You make the decisions; we make sure you have the information to make them well.

Living through a renovation is easier when the work is organized. We set up dust protection, define which rooms are off limits, keep the site clean each day and give you a schedule you can plan around. When a project affects kitchens or bathrooms, we sequence the work to keep you without them for as short a time as possible.

From interior updates in River Ridge to whole-house projects in New Orleans and Harahan, we coordinate carpentry, drywall, flooring, paint and the licensed trades needed to complete the job. One team, one schedule and one point of contact keep the project moving.

Renovations are also a chance to fix problems you have learned to live with: a door that drags, a room that never cools properly or a floor that squeaks with every step. We note those issues during the walkthrough and include sensible corrections in the plan.

Renovations are also a chance to fix problems you have learned to live with: a door that drags, a room that never cools properly or a floor that squeaks with every step. We note those issues during the walkthrough and include sensible corrections in the plan.

Planning more than one project? See how this service connects with kitchen & bathroom renovations and foundations, or read answers on our FAQ page.