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AfterConstruction in Friendswood, TX
Kitchen remodeling in Friendswood typically costs $14,000 to $45,000 for a full renovation, and the price depends heavily on one local factor: whether your 1970s-to-1990s slab-on-grade home has already been elevated or rebuilt after Hurricane Harvey. Rowan Construction Group has been delivering written, fixed-price construction scopes since 2007, and we quote every Friendswood project the same way: a flat number in writing before any work starts. Call (470) 298-9650 for a free estimate on any of the five trades below.
Why Friendswood Homes Are Different
Friendswood sits directly along the Clear Creek corridor, and Hurricane Harvey in 2017 flooded thousands of homes here, many repeatedly. That single event reshaped the local construction market. In the older subdivisions off FM 518 near the creek, you will find homes that FEMA Increased Cost of Compliance payments elevated from slab-on-grade to pier-and-beam after Harvey, which means any subsequent remodel, addition, or utility rough-in has to account for a hybrid foundation: original slab sections joined to newer elevated framing.
The soil compounds the issue. Beaumont clay dominates the Clear Creek watershed, and it shrinks and heaves dramatically through Gulf Coast wet-dry cycles. Slab foundations, driveways, and flatwork in Friendswood see more differential movement than homes on the higher ground in neighboring Pearland or League City. Add the city’s freeboard requirements, which push new builds and substantial improvements well above base flood elevation, and you get a construction market where flood-resilient framing, elevation work, and foundation-conscious design are the default expectation, not an upgrade.
Our Main Friendswood Services
Two services get more calls from Friendswood homeowners than any others: fencing and driveway work, both shaped by the same clay soils and post-Harvey elevation patterns found throughout the city.
Fence Installation in Friendswood
Fence posts set in Beaumont clay move with every wet-dry cycle, and Friendswood’s low-lying lots near Clear Creek hold moisture longer than higher ground. That means post depth, concrete mix, and drainage planning matter more here than they do a few miles north. We quote every Friendswood fence project with the same discipline as our larger builds: a written price and scope before the first post hole is dug. For specifics on materials, typical yard sizes, and what a fence costs in this city, see Fence Installation in Friendswood.
Driveway & Pavers in Friendswood
Driveway work in Friendswood fails most often from soil movement, not traffic. Expansive clay heaves concrete slabs and shifts paver bases, especially on lots that sat saturated for weeks after Harvey. We build driveway bases that account for this movement with proper subgrade prep and drainage. For walkways, patios, and paver options matched to Friendswood’s soil conditions, see Driveway & Pavers in Friendswood.
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BeforeAfterKitchen Remodeling in Friendswood
A full kitchen remodel in Friendswood runs $14,000 to $45,000, with smaller scopes starting around $9,000. Because so many local homes are 1970s-to-1990s builds that have either been gutted and rebuilt after Harvey or remain mid-renovation, our crews regularly open walls and find hybrid framing, relocated plumbing, or slab sections that shifted during the flood years. We price for what we actually find, in writing, before demolition starts. If you are comparing contractors, our Kitchen Remodeling hub lays out the full process.
Full Kitchen Remodeling
Signs you need it
Your kitchen layout no longer matches how you cook, your cabinets are delaminating from post-Harvey humidity cycles, or you are planning to stay in a Friendswood home that still carries original 1980s framing.
What it costs in Friendswood
A full kitchen remodel in Friendswood typically runs $14,000 to $45,000 depending on cabinet grade, countertop material, and whether we are working around an elevated foundation conversion.
How we do it
We document existing conditions with photos, write a fixed-price scope, pull the permits Friendswood requires for structural or plumbing changes, then execute demolition, rough-in, cabinets, counters, and finish work in sequence with a signed change order for any deviation.
Cabinets & Countertops
Signs you need it
Cabinet boxes have swollen or separated at the corners from years of Gulf Coast humidity, or your countertops are cracked and stained beyond repair.
What it costs in Friendswood
Cabinet installation in Friendswood runs $4,000 to $13,000, and countertop installation $2,000 to $6,500, with Cambria and Caesarstone quartz among the brands we quote.
How we do it
We measure the existing footprint, specify cabinet lines like KraftMaid or Wellborn, template the countertop onsite, and install with written dimensions verified against the actual wall conditions, not the original plans.
Small & Partial Kitchen Remodels
Signs you need it
You want a functional upgrade (island, backsplash, or refreshed cabinets) without a full gut, and your home’s post-Harvey rebuild left good bones in some areas.
What it costs in Friendswood
A small kitchen remodel in Friendswood runs $9,000 to $20,000; a kitchen island alone is $3,000 to $10,000, and a backsplash $800 to $2,500.
How we do it
We scope only the areas you want changed, price the partial scope as its own fixed number, and avoid pulling permits or opening walls beyond what the city requires for the work.
What Kitchen Remodeling Costs in Friendswood
| Item | Typical range in Friendswood |
|---|---|
| Full kitchen remodel | $14,000 - $45,000 |
| Small kitchen remodel | $9,000 - $20,000 |
| Cabinet installation | $4,000 - $13,000 |
How long does a kitchen remodel take in Friendswood?
Most full kitchen remodels here take six to ten weeks. Permitting through Friendswood’s building department, plus any foundation or elevation complications from post-Harvey rebuilds, can add time. Call (470) 298-9650 for a written schedule with your quote.
Will you pull permits for a Friendswood kitchen remodel?
Yes. Structural, plumbing, and electrical changes require Friendswood permits, and we pull every one, pass every inspection, and hand you the documentation. Call (470) 298-9650 for a fixed-price scope that includes permitting.
Bathroom Remodeling in Friendswood
Bathroom remodeling in Friendswood costs $9,000 to $28,000 for a full renovation, with smaller bathrooms starting around $5,000. Homes in the Clear Creek corridor that were flooded and rebuilt often have bathroom plumbing that was rerouted during elevation work, which means we verify drain lines, venting, and floor framing before we quote. Our Bathroom Remodeling hub covers the full trade in detail.
Walk-In Showers & Shower Remodeling
Signs you need it
Your shower pan is cracked, your tile membrane has failed behind the wall, or you are converting a tub that was damaged or removed during a post-Harvey bathroom gut.
What it costs in Friendswood
A walk-in shower installation in Friendswood runs $4,500 to $12,000, and a shower replacement $3,000 to $8,500, depending on tile choice and waterproofing method.
How we do it
We strip to the studs, inspect the subfloor for moisture damage, install a bonded waterproof membrane, then tile and grout with materials specified in the written scope.
Tub-to-Shower Conversion
Signs you need it
Your tub is unused, awkward to enter, or was left damaged after a flood rebuild and you want a curbless or low-threshold shower instead.
What it costs in Friendswood
A tub-to-shower conversion in Friendswood runs $3,500 to $10,000, with the final number set by drain relocation, subfloor repair, and finish tile.
How we do it
We remove the tub, move the drain if the plan calls for it, rebuild the shower pan with proper slope, waterproof the walls, and install the new valve and fixtures.
What Bathroom Remodeling Costs in Friendswood
| Item | Typical range in Friendswood |
|---|---|
| Full bathroom remodel | $9,000 - $28,000 |
| Small bathroom remodel | $5,000 - $12,000 |
| Walk-in shower installation | $4,500 - $12,000 |
Can you remodel a bathroom in a post-Harvey elevated home in Friendswood?
Yes. We regularly work on homes where the original slab bathroom was converted to an elevated wood-framed floor during post-Harvey rebuilding. We inspect joist spacing, subfloor condition, and drain routing before quoting. Call (470) 298-9650 to schedule an assessment.
How much does a small bathroom remodel cost in Friendswood?
A small bathroom remodel runs $5,000 to $12,000, covering a new vanity, toilet, tile, and fixtures in a compact footprint. Exact numbers depend on what we find behind the walls. Call (470) 298-9650 for a written quote.
Roofing in Friendswood
Roof replacement in Friendswood runs $8,000 to $20,000 for a typical single-family home, and roof repairs start around $400. Every roof we quote here is specified against the wind and hail exposure of the upper Texas Gulf Coast, plus the condition of the roof deck, which in post-Harvey homes was sometimes patched quickly and left with soft spots. See Roofing for the full trade breakdown.
Roof Replacement & Installation
Signs you need it
Your shingles are granule-bald, curling at the edges, or your roof has multiple patch jobs from storm seasons and you want a single warranted system instead.
What it costs in Friendswood
A full roof replacement in Friendswood runs $8,000 to $20,000, with the number driven by square footage, shingle layer count, deck repair, and pitch.
How we do it
We strip the existing shingles, inspect the deck for rot or Harvey-era patchwork, replace damaged plywood, install new underlayment, and nail the new system to the manufacturer’s wind spec.
Roof Repair
Signs you need it
You have a ceiling stain, missing shingles after a storm, or a leak around a vent or valley that has not stopped since the last heavy rain.
What it costs in Friendswood
Roof repair in Friendswood runs $400 to $1,800, and tile roof repair $600 to $2,500, depending on whether we are replacing a few shingles or rebuilding a flashing detail.
How we do it
We locate the actual water entry point, not just the stain, replace the failed flashing or shingles, and document the repair with before-and-after photos you keep.
What Roofing Costs in Friendswood
| Item | Typical range in Friendswood |
|---|---|
| Roof replacement | $8,000 - $20,000 |
| Roof repair | $400 - $1,800 |
| Metal roof installation | $15,000 - $40,000 |
Do you replace roofs on elevated Friendswood homes?
Yes. Elevated post-Harvey homes often have modified roof lines or added framing that requires careful flashing at the transition points. We inspect and quote the actual structure, not a generic footprint. Call (470) 298-9650 for a written roof assessment.
Can you match roofing on a partially rebuilt Friendswood house?
Yes. Homes that were partially rebuilt after Harvey sometimes have mismatched shingle colors or mixed materials. We match what exists or quote a full replacement if the mismatch is too far gone. Call (470) 298-9650 for a free estimate.
Windows & Doors in Friendswood
Window replacement in Friendswood costs $4,500 to $15,000 for a typical home, and impact window installation runs $8,000 to $25,000. The climate here punishes window frames with humidity, and homes flooded during Harvey often have door frames and thresholds that were never properly rebuilt square. Our Windows & Doors hub details the full range of work.
Impact Windows & Doors
Signs you need it
You want windborne-debris protection without shutters, or your insurer or lender requires impact-rated openings after a rebuild.
What it costs in Friendswood
Impact window installation in Friendswood runs $8,000 to $25,000, depending on the number of openings and the aluminum or vinyl frame chosen.
How we do it
We measure every opening, specify impact-rated glass and frames that meet the current Coastal Windstorm requirements, and install with new flashing and sealant as a system.
Window Replacement
Signs you need it
Your windows fog between the panes, stick in the frame, or allow drafts that spike cooling bills in the Friendswood summer.
What it costs in Friendswood
Window replacement in Friendswood runs $4,500 to $15,000 for a full house, with the range set by window count, size, and frame material.
How we do it
We remove the old units, inspect the rough openings for water damage, install new windows level and square, and insulate and seal every perimeter gap.
What Windows & Doors Costs in Friendswood
| Item | Typical range in Friendswood |
|---|---|
| Impact window installation | $8,000 - $25,000 |
| Window replacement | $4,500 - $15,000 |
| Door installation | $800 - $3,000 |
Are impact windows required in Friendswood?
Not citywide, but post-Harvey rebuilds and lender requirements often specify them, and the insurance discount can be meaningful. We quote impact and standard options side by side. Call (470) 298-9650 for a written comparison.
Can you fix a door that shifted in a Friendswood slab home?
Yes. Expansive Beaumont clay moves slabs and throws doors out of square. We can rehang or replace the door and adjust the frame, and we will tell you if the slab movement needs a structural look. Call (470) 298-9650 to schedule.
Home Additions & ADU in Friendswood
A home addition in Friendswood runs $45,000 to $130,000, and a detached ADU runs $90,000 to $220,000. Because Friendswood’s freeboard rules require new construction and substantial improvements to sit well above base flood elevation, every addition or ADU we design here starts with an elevation survey and a foundation strategy that accounts for the expansive clay beneath it. Our Home Additions & ADU hub covers the full permitting and construction path.
New Detached ADU
Signs you need it
You want a rentable unit or a private space for family on a lot that has room, and you are prepared for the elevation and floodplain engineering Friendswood requires.
What it costs in Friendswood
A new detached ADU in Friendswood runs $90,000 to $220,000, depending on size, finish level, and whether the site requires elevated pier-and-beam construction.
How we do it
We survey the lot, confirm the base flood elevation requirement with the city, design the foundation and framing to meet freeboard, and build with a written scope and signed change orders throughout.
Garage Conversion ADU
Signs you need it
Your existing garage sits at grade in a flood-prone area and you want to convert it, or you have an elevated garage built after Harvey that is ready for interior work.
What it costs in Friendswood
A garage conversion ADU in Friendswood runs $30,000 to $80,000, with the spread driven by foundation elevation, utility runs, and insulation requirements.
How we do it
We assess the slab or pier-and-beam foundation, run the plumbing and electrical per Friendswood code, insulate and finish the interior, and document every inspection.
What Home Additions & ADU Costs in Friendswood
| Item | Typical range in Friendswood |
|---|---|
| Home addition | $45,000 - $130,000 |
| ADU construction | $90,000 - $220,000 |
| Garage conversion | $30,000 - $80,000 |
Do Friendswood ADUs have to be elevated?
In most cases, yes, if the site falls within the floodplain governed by the city’s freeboard rules. Some lots above base flood elevation may not. We confirm with a survey before quoting. Call (470) 298-9650 to start.
How long does a home addition take in Friendswood?
Most additions here take four to eight months from permit to final inspection. Floodplain review and elevation engineering add time to the front end. Call (470) 298-9650 for a written schedule with your estimate.
Brands We Service in Friendswood
We service and install across fifty-plus vetted brands, including prefab and panelized ADU lines like Abodu, Cover, and Dvele, alongside GAF and Owens Corning roofing, Kohler and Toto fixtures, and Cambria and Caesarstone countertops. Parts are sourced locally where possible, and standard-brand material turnaround in Friendswood is typically under two weeks. See our brands for the full list.
Pricing for Construction in Friendswood, TX
| Service | Typical range in Friendswood |
|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | $14,000 - $45,000 |
| Bathroom remodel | $9,000 - $28,000 |
| Roof replacement | $8,000 - $20,000 |
| Window replacement | $4,500 - $15,000 |
| Home addition | $45,000 - $130,000 |
| ADU construction | $90,000 - $220,000 |
| Garage conversion | $30,000 - $80,000 |
| Paver driveway installation | $7,000 - $18,000 |
| Vinyl fence installation | $3,500 - $9,000 |
| Countertop installation | $2,000 - $6,500 |
What pushes price up in Friendswood more than anything is elevation work and soil correction. A home in the Clear Creek floodplain that needs pier-and-beam conversion or deep foundation piers is a different job than the same footprint on higher ground. Regardless of what we find, the price is written before work starts, under Clause 1 of the Haven Standard, and no change proceeds without a signed change order.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Friendswood
We work throughout Friendswood, from the older creek-adjacent subdivisions off FM 518 to the newer developments on the city’s east side. Our crews know which streets sit in the floodplain and which ones sit on higher clay ridges, and we quote accordingly.
- Forest Bend
- Wedgewood Village
- Friendswood Lakes
- Eagle Lakes
- Annafeld
Response time across the Friendswood service area is typically same-week for estimates and quoted scheduling for larger projects.
Service Area - Cities Near Friendswood
Rowan Construction Group serves Friendswood and the surrounding communities across the greater Houston metro. If you are in Pearland, TX, Pasadena, CA, Deer Park, TX, or La Porte, TX, we can quote your project with the same written-price discipline. Dispatch and scheduling for Friendswood crews are coordinated from the brand’s Houston office.
Serving Friendswood, TX - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Friendswood 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 Friendswood
If your home sits in the regulated floodplain, substantial improvements (those costing 50% or more of the structure’s value) trigger elevation requirements. We review your specific property with the city’s floodplain office before quoting, so you know before you commit. Call (470) 298-9650 for a free assessment.
Yes. We pull every permit the city requires for your scope, schedule and pass inspections, and hand you the final documentation as part of the written project record. Permits are listed in your fixed-price quote.
Yes. Post-Harvey rebuilds are a significant share of our Friendswood work. We document the existing structure, identify hybrid foundation conditions, and price the work against what we actually find, not a generic template. Call (470) 298-9650 to schedule a walkthrough.
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 Friendswood Customers Say
"They found an old septic line under the driveway run and stopped, documented it, and re-quoted before continuing."
- Xavier L."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.