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AfterConstruction in Hollywood, CA
Kitchen remodeling in Hollywood typically runs $14,000-$45,000 for a full project, with smaller kitchens starting around $9,000. The price spreads that wide because Hollywood’s housing stock splits between 1920s Spanish Colonial Revival bungalows in the flats and hillside homes in the Hollywood Hills that sit inside CAL FIRE’s Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone, which changes what materials and assemblies you can legally use. Call (470) 298-9650 to schedule a free written estimate.
Why Hollywood Homes Are Different
Hollywood’s construction market is defined by a stark split geography. Up in the hills, Beachwood Canyon and Outpost Drive lots require soils engineering, substantial retaining walls, and WUI Chapter 7A-compliant fire-resistant assemblies, on streets narrow enough that standard equipment sometimes can’t reach the site. Down in the flats, you’re working inside 1920s-1940s entertainment-era buildings where historic preservation review governs nearly every exterior change, adding permitting layers absent in nearby Burbank or Culver City.
The flatlands also carry a heavy concentration of 1960s and 1970s wood-frame “dingbat” soft-story apartment buildings subject to LA’s mandatory Soft-Story Retrofit Ordinance. Seismic compliance work is a major ongoing category in Hollywood. Winter rain events create chronic slope instability in the hills, so robust retaining walls and French drain systems show up on virtually every hillside build. Any contractor quoting work here needs to know which side of the hill the property sits on before they can produce an honest number.
Our Main Hollywood Services
Two exterior trades come up constantly in Hollywood, where narrow hillside driveways and historic-district frontage rules shape what’s possible. Here’s what those jobs look like locally:
Fence Installation in Hollywood
Fencing in Hollywood is rarely a simple perimeter job. Hillside lots need stepped retaining-wall fences with proper drainage behind them, and flatland properties inside historic survey areas often face material and height restrictions that the city reviews before you can pull a permit. Redwood and composite both show up here, but the structural work underneath matters more than the boards. For a full breakdown of what’s involved, see our Fence Installation in Hollywood page.
Driveway & Pavers in Hollywood
Driveway work in Hollywood splits between cracked, heaved concrete on hillside approaches and paver or permeable surfaces on flatland lots where runoff rules apply. Slope makes the difference: a steep grade needs proper base compaction and drainage channels, not just a new surface. Pavers tolerate the freeze-free but rain-heavy Hollywood winters better than slab concrete when the base is done right. Our Driveway & Pavers in Hollywood page covers the specifics.
What happens when you call
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
BeforeAfterKitchen Remodeling in Hollywood
A full kitchen remodel in Hollywood typically runs $14,000-$45,000, and the number depends heavily on whether you’re inside a 1920s bungalow with lathe-and-plaster walls or a hillside home where rerouting plumbing can meet old framing you didn’t know was there. Pre-war kitchens in the flats are small, dark, and framed in ways that make opening walls a structural question, not just a design choice. Our Kitchen Remodeling process starts with a written scope and a flat price, because you should know the number before anyone picks up a tool.
Full Kitchen Remodeling
Signs you need it
Your kitchen layout fights the way you cook, cabinet doors hang crooked, and the electrical panel can’t support modern appliances in a Hollywood home built before 1950.
What it costs in Hollywood
A full kitchen remodel in Hollywood runs $14,000-$45,000 depending on footprint, structural work, and finishes.
How we do it
We assess framing and electrical first, produce a written scope with line-item pricing, then execute from demo through finishes with a signed change order required before anything deviates from the agreed number.
Cabinets & Countertops
Signs you need it
Cabinet boxes are water-damaged, drawer slides fail, or you want to replace particleboard with solid plywood and get a countertop that doesn’t stain.
What it costs in Hollywood
Cabinet installation in Hollywood runs $4,000-$13,000, and countertop installation runs $2,000-$6,500.
How we do it
We specify cabinet brands like KraftMaid or Wellborn and surfaces like Cambria or Caesarstone, template the countertop on-site, and install with a documented photo record at every visit.
What Kitchen Remodeling Costs in Hollywood
| Item | Typical range in Hollywood |
|---|---|
| Full kitchen remodel | $14,000-$45,000 |
| Small / partial kitchen remodel | $9,000-$20,000 |
| Countertop installation | $2,000-$6,500 |
Will a Hollywood hillside kitchen cost more to remodel?
Yes. Hillside kitchens in the Hollywood Hills often carry added structural, drainage, and fire-zone material requirements that flatland jobs don’t trigger. Access constraints can also raise labor time. We document every one of those costs in the written estimate before work starts.
Do you handle the historic-review paperwork for flatland kitchens?
Interior kitchen work usually escapes historic review, but any exterior vent relocation, window change, or structural opening can trigger it. We coordinate that with the city and include permit processing in the written scope, so the schedule reflects Hollywood’s actual review timelines. Call (470) 298-9650 to get a firm number.
Bathroom Remodeling in Hollywood
Bathroom remodeling in Hollywood runs $9,000-$28,000 for a full project, with small baths starting around $5,000. The condition most Hollywood pre-war bathrooms share is failing tile substrate: original mud-set walls and floors from the 1920s and 1930s were built to last, but once water gets behind them, the substrate rots and the repair scope grows fast. Our Bathroom Remodeling process starts with a written price and a written scope, because you can’t plan around a verbal estimate when the walls might be holding surprises.
Walk-In Showers & Shower Remodeling
Signs you need it
Tile grout fails, water stains appear on the ceiling below, or the shower pan was built without a proper waterproof membrane in a house that predates modern methods.
What it costs in Hollywood
Walk-in shower installation in Hollywood runs $4,500-$12,000, and shower replacement runs $3,000-$8,500.
How we do it
We demo to the studs, inspect the framing and subfloor, install a waterproof membrane system, then rebuild with a sloped pan and tile that drains correctly.
Tub-to-Shower Conversion
Signs you need it
The tub is rarely used, the space feels cramped, or a household member can no longer step over the tub wall safely.
What it costs in Hollywood
Tub-to-shower conversion in Hollywood runs $3,500-$10,000 depending on plumbing relocation and finish level.
How we do it
We remove the tub, relocate the drain if needed, build a waterproof shower receptor, and finish with materials specified and priced in writing before demolition starts.
What Bathroom Remodeling Costs in Hollywood
| Item | Typical range in Hollywood |
|---|---|
| Full bathroom remodel | $9,000-$28,000 |
| Walk-in shower installation | $4,500-$12,000 |
| Tub-to-shower conversion | $3,500-$10,000 |
Do Hollywood pre-war bathrooms have hidden water damage?
Often yes. Original mud-set tile walls hide failing substrate until demo exposes it. That’s why our written estimates include a provisional line for substrate repair, with any use of it requiring a signed change order before the work proceeds. Call (470) 298-9650 for a written quote.
Will a tiny Hollywood bungalow bathroom support a walk-in shower?
In most cases yes, if you’re willing to relocate the vanity or toilet. Curbless showers work well in small footprints and require careful floor framing, which we evaluate during the site assessment before pricing the job.
Roofing in Hollywood
Roof replacement in Hollywood runs $8,000-$20,000 depending on slope, material, and whether the house sits inside the Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone, where California’s Chapter 7A standard demands Class A roofing and ember-resistant vents. Hillside roofs with steep pitches and difficult access push labor costs up; flatland 1920s bungalows often carry two or three layers of old shingles that add disposal and structural load. Our Roofing process starts with a written assessment of what’s actually on the roof, not a guess from the street.
Roof Repair
Signs you need it
Water stains on the ceiling, lifted shingles after a Santa Ana wind event, or visible daylight through the attic boards.
What it costs in Hollywood
Roof repair in Hollywood runs $400-$1,800 for typical localized fixes; tile roof repair runs $600-$2,500.
How we do it
We locate the source of the leak, document what we find with photos, replace only what’s failed, and confirm the repair with a water test before we leave.
Roof Replacement & Installation
Signs you need it
The roof is past its service life, shingles are granule-bald, or the decking is soft in multiple spots.
What it costs in Hollywood
Roof replacement in Hollywood runs $8,000-$20,000 for a full tear-off and new system.
How we do it
We tear off to the deck, replace damaged sheathing, install underlayment and the specified roofing system, and leave you with a written warranty and photo record of every layer installed.
What Roofing Costs in Hollywood
| Item | Typical range in Hollywood |
|---|---|
| Roof replacement | $8,000-$20,000 |
| Roof repair | $400-$1,800 |
| Tile roof repair | $600-$2,500 |
Do Hollywood hillside roofs require Chapter 7A materials?
Yes, if the property sits inside the VHFHSZ. That means Class A roofing, ember-resistant vents, and specific underlayment. We specify those assemblies in writing so the permit review doesn’t stall. Call (470) 298-9650 for an exact quote.
Will my 1920s bungalow roof need new decking?
Often, because original decking is thin and has absorbed moisture over a century. We inspect the deck after tear-off and include a per-sheet replacement rate in the written estimate so there is no surprise line item later.
Windows & Doors in Hollywood
Window replacement in Hollywood runs $4,500-$15,000 for a typical full-home job, and impact window installation runs $8,000-$25,000 where hillside exposure makes ember and windborne debris protection worth the cost. Pre-war bungalows in the flats often still have single-pane wood sashes that leak air and rattle on windy days, which is a comfort problem and an energy problem. Our Windows & Doors process includes a written quote with the exact frame material, glass package, and installation method specified, because “new windows” means different things at different price points.
Window Replacement
Signs you need it
Sashes rattle, glass is single-pane or failed, and the windows are original to a 1920s or 1930s Hollywood house with no weatherstripping left.
What it costs in Hollywood
Window replacement in Hollywood runs $4,500-$15,000 depending on the number of openings and frame material.
How we do it
We measure every opening, match the replacement to the existing rough opening, install with proper flashing, and document the condition of surrounding framing as we go.
Impact Windows & Doors
Signs you need it
Your hillside home is in the VHFHSZ, or you want windows that do better than standard glass against flying debris and ember entry points.
What it costs in Hollywood
Impact window installation in Hollywood runs $8,000-$25,000 depending on opening count and glazing spec.
How we do it
We spec impact-rated glazing systems that meet code for your zone, install them with proper anchoring and flashing, and provide the documentation your insurance carrier may want.
What Windows & Doors Costs in Hollywood
| Item | Typical range in Hollywood |
|---|---|
| Window replacement | $4,500-$15,000 |
| Impact window installation | $8,000-$25,000 |
| Energy-efficient window upgrade | $4,500-$15,000 |
Do Hollywood historic districts restrict window replacement?
Yes. Flatland homes within historic survey areas often need review before exterior window or door changes, especially on street-facing elevations. Interior openings are generally less restricted. We handle the application and coordinate with the reviewer so the permit timeline is included in your written estimate. Call (470) 298-9650 with your address.
Are impact windows worth it in flatland Hollywood?
They’re not required in the flats, but they do reduce noise on busy streets and cut solar heat gain in older homes without insulation upgrades. We’ll price both standard and impact options in your written quote so you can compare real numbers side by side.
Home Additions & ADU in Hollywood
ADU construction in Hollywood runs $90,000-$220,000 for a detached unit, and a garage conversion runs $30,000-$80,000. The difference on hillside lots is often driven by foundation work and retaining structures, while flatland properties face the historic-review process and the city’s mandatory soft-story retrofit rules if the addition touches an older multifamily building. Our Home Additions & ADU process starts with a written scope and a flat price, because a five-figure project should never begin on a handshake.
ADU Design & Permitting
Signs you need it
You want a rentable or family unit on your Hollywood lot, and you need drawings, structural calculations, and city approval before anything gets built.
What it costs in Hollywood
ADU construction in Hollywood runs $90,000-$220,000, with design and permitting typically bundled into the written quote.
How we do it
We produce the architectural and structural package, submit it to the city, handle review comments, and fold approved changes into the written scope with a signed change order before proceeding.
Garage Conversion ADU
Signs you need it
You have an underused garage on a flatland Hollywood lot and want a legal dwelling unit without building a new structure from the ground up.
What it costs in Hollywood
Garage conversion ADUs in Hollywood run $30,000-$80,000 depending on the condition of the existing slab, walls, and electrical service.
How we do it
We assess the existing structure, seismically reinforce where required, rebuild the envelope to code, and tie into utilities with full city inspection.
What Home Additions & ADU Costs in Hollywood
| Item | Typical range in Hollywood |
|---|---|
| Home addition | $45,000-$130,000 |
| ADU construction | $90,000-$220,000 |
| Garage conversion | $30,000-$80,000 |
Do Hollywood ADUs trigger fire-zone requirements?
Only on hillside lots inside the VHFHSZ. Those projects must meet Chapter 7A standards for exterior materials and venting. Flatland ADUs generally don’t trigger those rules but do face historic-review scrutiny in survey areas. We identify which rules apply to your parcel before pricing. Call (470) 298-9650 for a written estimate.
Can I build an ADU on a narrow hillside street?
Often yes, but access constraints can drive up delivery and crane costs. Beachwood Canyon and Outpost Drive lots sometimes need specialized equipment routing. We factor those logistics into the written quote from the start, so the number you approve is the number you pay.
Brands We Service in Hollywood
We work with materials from Sakrete for concrete and masonry work, and prefabricated ADU systems from Abodu and Cover where site conditions suit them. Components are stocked through our local supply chain so turnaround is predictable. See our brands for the full list of what we install and service.
Pricing for Construction in Hollywood, CA
| Service | Typical range in Hollywood |
|---|---|
| Full kitchen remodel | $14,000-$45,000 |
| Full bathroom remodel | $9,000-$28,000 |
| Roof replacement | $8,000-$20,000 |
| Window replacement | $4,500-$15,000 |
| Paver driveway installation | $7,000-$18,000 |
| Concrete driveway installation | $4,500-$12,000 |
| Vinyl fence installation | $3,500-$9,000 |
| Aluminum fence installation | $4,000-$10,000 |
| Home addition | $45,000-$130,000 |
| ADU construction | $90,000-$220,000 |
| Garage conversion | $30,000-$80,000 |
| Roof repair | $400-$1,800 |
Prices push upward in Hollywood primarily on hillside lots where access, retaining, and Chapter 7A fire-zone assemblies add cost, and in historic districts where preservation review extends timelines. Under Clause 1 of the Haven Standard, the price is written before anyone starts work, and no change proceeds without a signed change order.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Hollywood
We work across Hollywood’s flatlands and hillsides, from the historic bungalow streets up to the canyon roads. Our crews know which permit triggers apply in each district, and we schedule site visits so you’re not waiting around all day.
- Hollywood Hills
- Beachwood Canyon
- Outpost Drive area
- Hollywood Boulevard corridor
- East Hollywood
Service Area - Cities Near Hollywood
Beyond Hollywood, our crews serve the broader metro area, including Los Angeles, CA, where many Hollywood homeowners compare contractors. We also handle jobs for clients in San Diego, CA, San Jose, CA, and San Francisco, CA, bringing the same written-price discipline to every market.
Serving Hollywood, CA - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Hollywood area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs About Construction in Hollywood
Scheduling is coordinated from our Los Angeles office, and crews serve Hollywood locally. For emergency roofing or storm-damage calls, a live person answers 24/7 and we can typically have a technician out quickly. For planned remodels and additions, we schedule site assessments within a few business days. Call (470) 298-9650 to check current availability.
Yes. We coordinate with the city’s preservation office and any relevant HOA review board, and we include that process in the written scope so the permit timeline reflects Hollywood’s actual review layers. You get a documented record of every submission and approval before construction begins.
Yes, unless you or the building inspector requests a change. Under the Haven Standard, no work proceeds on a change until you sign a change order with its own written price. Since 2007, that discipline has kept projects within a few percent of the agreed number across 4,000-plus jobs. Call (470) 298-9650 to schedule your free estimate from Grant Rowan and the team at Rowan Construction Group.
What happens when you call
- 1A real person answersNo phone trees - talk to a local construction pro.
- 2You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched. No surprises.
- 3We come out and measureLicensed & insured, at a time that suits you - the visit and the quote are both free.
- 4You get the price in writingLine-itemed, yours to keep, and nothing starts until you say go.
What Hollywood Customers Say
"Good communication throughout. Weekly written update meant I never had to chase them."
- Nadine G."Driveway replaced properly with a base that will actually last. They explained why the cheaper quote was cheaper."
- Reggie O."Solid work, decent crew, and the site was left tidy every evening."
- Pearl A.