Question: What does a whole home renovation cost in Surfside Beach, SC?

Answer: Whole home renovations in Surfside Beach, SC typically range from $100 to $250 per square foot depending on the age of the home, structural condition, and finish level. MaeWest Construction renovates beach houses, ranch homes, and investment properties throughout Surfside Beach and the Grand Strand as a licensed general contractor.

What is included in a whole home renovation?

A full renovation usually covers new kitchen and bathrooms, flooring throughout, interior and exterior paint, updated electrical and plumbing where needed, new HVAC or ductwork, windows, and often layout changes like opening walls. In older Surfside Beach cottages we frequently update wiring, insulation, and moisture protection at the same time, because doing it once is cheaper than doing it twice.

How long does a full renovation take in Surfside Beach?

Most whole home projects run 3 to 6 months from permit to final inspection. Scope, material lead times, and any structural surprises found during demolition drive the schedule. We build a written timeline into every renovation proposal so you know what happens each phase.

Should I renovate or rebuild an older beach house?

If the foundation, framing, and elevation are sound, renovation usually wins. If the home has major structural issues or sits below preferred flood elevation, a rebuild can make more financial sense. As a company that both renovates and builds custom homes, we can price both paths honestly instead of steering you toward the only thing we sell.

How do I budget for surprises in a coastal renovation?

Set aside 10 to 15 percent of the project budget as contingency. Salt air, humidity, and past DIY work hide behind walls in beach homes, and hidden rot or outdated wiring are the most common finds. A good contractor prices the known scope tightly and handles the unknowns transparently through written change orders.

Why hire a custom home builder for your renovation?

A whole home renovation done at a luxury level is closer to building a custom home than to a typical remodel, and that is where MaeWest lives. We bring custom-home-grade design, structural know-how, and finish carpentry to Surfside Beach renovations: chef kitchens, spa baths, coffered ceilings, elevated outdoor living, and custom pools. If you love your location but want your home rebuilt around a bigger vision, we can take it as far as you want to go, up to and including a full custom rebuild.

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Considering new construction instead of a renovation? See our Custom Builder Surfside Beach, SC page.