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Remodeling Company in Marina del Rey, CA
Home remodeling in Marina del Rey runs $9,000 – $130,000 depending on scope, with most condominium and apartment renovation projects falling between $14,000 and $45,000 for kitchen or bath-focused work. We coordinate dispatch from our Los Angeles office and serve Marina del Rey with crews who understand the county leasehold structure, the salt-air corrosion that shortens material lifespans, and the soft bay-mud fill that demands geotechnical foresight on any significant structural work. Call (949) 850-9896 to schedule your free estimate, and we’ll put a written price in your hands before any work starts.
Our home remodeling work here is shaped by buildings from the 1960s through 1980s: post-tension slabs, original waterproofing systems, and rebar that’s been breathing salt air for forty-plus years. We specify corrosion-resistant fasteners and flashing as standard, not upgrades, because five miles inland in Culver City the marine layer lifts and the rules change. Every project carries our 365-Day Done Right Promise, and we send background-checked, uniformed technicians who know to ask before moving furniture and to run quiet tools during nap hours.
Why Marina del Rey Homes Are Different
Most of Marina del Rey’s land is owned by Los Angeles County and leased to developers and property owners, a leasehold structure almost unique in Southern California. That means virtually every significant construction project must satisfy both the county lessor’s approval process and standard municipal permits, adding a layer of review that out-of-area contractors often miss until they’re weeks behind schedule. Right now, original 1960s – 1970s leases are expiring and triggering a redevelopment wave, with ground-up rebuilds of marina-side apartment and commercial parcels requiring California Coastal Commission Coastal Development Permits on top of LA County DPW review.
The buildings themselves tell the same story of a specific era. The built environment is overwhelmingly mid- to high-rise condominium towers, apartment complexes, and mixed-use marina-front buildings constructed primarily between the late 1960s and 1980s on engineered tidal wetland fill. Post-tension slabs, original balcony waterproofing, and corroded rebar from decades of salt-air exposure drive much of the construction and remediation work we see. The persistent coastal marine layer keeps humidity high year-round, accelerating corrosion of fasteners, flashing, HVAC components, and exposed steel. Materials that would last twenty years in Santa Monica often need replacement in fifteen here. And because the marina basin was carved from former Ballona wetlands in the late 1950s, much developed land sits on soft bay muds and engineered fill. Contractors who don’t pull geotechnical reports and budget for deep concrete or steel pile foundations routinely face cost overruns that separate local veterans from out-of-area bidders.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Marina del Rey Services
Marina del Rey homeowners call us most often for whole-home renovation and kitchen or bath transformation. Here is what each service involves in this market.
General Contractor in Marina del Rey
We manage county leaseholder approvals, Coastal Development Permits, and standard municipal permitting as part of our general contracting work, not as afterthoughts. Our crews understand the corrosion-resistant material specifications that Marina del Rey’s salt air demands, and we budget for geotechnical review when structural work touches the bay-mud fill underlying much of the area. Every job starts with a written price and ends with a photo of the clean-up before we leave. General Contractor in Marina del Rey
Bathroom Remodeling in Marina del Rey
Bathroom remodeling here means working within condominium and apartment structures where original 1970s plumbing stacks, cast-iron drains, and waterproofing membranes are at end of life. We specify Schluter waterproofing systems, Kohler and Grohe fixtures with corrosion-resistant finishes, and quiet demolition tools that respect neighbors sharing walls and floors. Our written price covers everything from vanity installation to full gut renovations with permit coordination included. Bathroom Remodeling in Marina del Rey
Kitchen Remodeling in Marina del Rey
Kitchen remodeling in Marina del Rey’s high-rise and mid-rise buildings requires planning for freight elevator reservations, limited parking for material deliveries, and work hours governed by HOA rules. We source KraftMaid and Wellborn cabinets, Cambria and Silestone countertops, and specify corrosion-resistant hardware because the marine layer reaches inside through open balcony doors. Our crew asks before moving anything and lays drop cloths before unpacking a single box. Kitchen Remodeling in Marina del Rey
What happens when you call
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A real person answersNo phone trees - you reach a local pro.
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You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
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A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
Home Remodeling in Marina del Rey
Home remodeling in Marina del Rey means renovating condominium units, apartment flats, and the occasional single-family residence within a county leasehold framework, where buildings from the 1960s – 1980s face salt-air corrosion, aging post-tension slabs, and original waterproofing at end of life. We approach each project with geotechnical awareness for structural work, corrosion-resistant material specifications as standard, and a permitting process that accounts for both LA County leaseholder review and municipal codes, plus Coastal Commission oversight when the project touches marina-front parcels. Our home remodeling service covers everything from single-room updates to whole-unit gut renovations, always with a written price before work begins and our 365-Day Done Right Promise stamped on the contract.
Whole House Remodel
Signs you need it
Your unit still has original 1970s electrical panels, galvanized plumbing, failing balcony waterproofing that’s staining interior ceilings, or a floor plan that doesn’t match how your family actually lives.
What it costs in Marina del Rey
A whole house remodel in Marina del Rey typically runs $45,000 – $130,000 for comprehensive renovation of a condominium or apartment unit, with home additions starting at $45,000 and ADU construction ranging $90,000 – $220,000 where leasehold and zoning allow.
How we do it
We start with a structural assessment and geotechnical review if walls are moving, then sequence demolition, rough mechanicals, and finish work around HOA quiet hours and freight elevator availability, with permit applications filed simultaneously for county leaseholder approval and municipal sign-off.
Home Renovation
Signs you need it
You’re updating finishes and fixtures while keeping the existing layout, but the original materials are deteriorating from salt-air exposure and the style no longer functions for children or pets.
What it costs in Marina del Rey
Home renovation projects in Marina del Rey typically fall between $9,000 and $45,000 depending on rooms involved, with bathroom remodels at $9,000 – $28,000 and kitchen remodels at $14,000 – $45,000 for full renovations in this market.
How we do it
We protect existing floors and fixtures with drop cloths, specify corrosion-resistant materials from James Hardie, Kohler, and Moen, schedule loud work outside family rest hours, and deliver a written price covering every item before demolition begins.
What Home Remodeling Costs in Marina del Rey
| Item | Typical range in Marina del Rey |
|---|---|
| Kitchen Remodel | $14,000 – $45,000 |
| Bathroom Remodel | $9,000 – $28,000 |
| Home Addition | $45,000 – $130,000 |
| ADU Construction | $90,000 – $220,000 |
| Garage Conversion | $30,000 – $80,000 |
| Window Replacement | $4,500 – $15,000 |
| Roof Replacement | $8,000 – $20,000 |
How long does a whole house remodel take in Marina del Rey?
Most whole house remodels in Marina del Rey take 3 – 6 months from permit approval to final walkthrough, with county leaseholder review and potential Coastal Commission permitting adding 4 – 8 weeks to the front end compared to inland projects. We build this timeline into our written schedule so you’re never guessing. Call (949) 850-9896 for an exact quote on your specific project, estimates are free.
Will the price change once work starts on my home remodel?
No, our written price is fixed before any work begins, and we do not issue estimates that grow after the crew arrives, change orders only occur if you request additional scope in writing. This is part of our Cedarwell Care Promise and applies to every home remodeling project in Marina del Rey. Call (949) 850-9896 to schedule your free estimate and receive your written price.
Brands We Service in Marina del Rey
We install and service named-brand materials that hold manufacturer warranties homeowners can verify independently: cabinets from KraftMaid and Wellborn, countertops from Cambria, Silestone, and Caesarstone, fixtures from Kohler, Moen, and Grohe, waterproofing systems from Schluter, and exterior cladding from James Hardie. We also work with innovative prefab partners including Abodu, Cover, and Dvele for ADU and modular additions where site conditions allow. Most standard items are available through our Los Angeles-area supply chain with 1 – 2 week turnaround, and we confirm lead times in writing before work starts. See our brands for full specifications.
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| Service | Typical range in Marina del Rey |
|---|---|
| Kitchen Remodel | $14,000 – $45,000 |
| Small Kitchen Remodel | $9,000 – $20,000 |
| Bathroom Remodel | $9,000 – $28,000 |
| Small Bathroom Remodel | $5,000 – $12,000 |
| Walk-In Shower Installation | $4,500 – $12,000 |
| Tub-to-Shower Conversion | $3,500 – $10,000 |
| Home Addition | $45,000 – $130,000 |
| ADU Construction | $90,000 – $220,000 |
| Garage Conversion | $30,000 – $80,000 |
| Window Replacement | $4,500 – $15,000 |
| Roof Replacement | $8,000 – $20,000 |
| Roof Repair | $400 – $1,800 |
Prices in Marina del Rey run higher than inland markets for three reasons: corrosion-resistant material specifications are necessary, not optional; geotechnical review and potential pile foundations add cost on structural work; and county leaseholder approval plus possible Coastal Commission review extends pre-construction timelines. Our written price accounts for all of these factors before you sign, so the number you see is the number you pay.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Marina del Rey
We work across all of Marina del Rey’s residential areas, from the high-rise towers along Admiralty Way to the lower-density sections near Washington Boulevard. Our crews are scheduled from our Los Angeles office and typically arrive within standard Westside response times for estimates and ongoing projects.
- Marina Peninsula
- Silver Strand
- Via Marina corridor
- Admiralty Way high-rise district
- Washington Boulevard mixed-use area
Service Area – Cities Near Marina del Rey
Our crews serve the full Westside and South Bay beach cities from our Los Angeles coordination office. We regularly work in Venice, CA, just north along the coast, and Culver City, CA, where the marine layer lifts and material specifications change. We also serve Santa Monica, CA, with its own distinct permitting environment, and El Segundo, CA, where aerospace-era housing stock presents different renovation challenges. Each city gets the same Cedarwell Care Promise: drop cloths, shoe covers, written prices, and quiet tools during rest hours.
Serving Marina del Rey, CA - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Marina del Rey 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 Remodeling Company in Marina del Rey
Yes, we coordinate LA County leaseholder review as part of our standard permitting process for Marina del Rey projects, filing simultaneously for county approval and municipal permits to avoid the delays that occur when these are handled sequentially. This is included in our project management fee and detailed in your written price.
We lay drop cloths and wear shoe covers on every visit, use pet-safe product choices where available, schedule loud demolition outside nap and school hours when possible, and ask before moving furniture or personal items, our crew sends a photo of the clean-up before leaving each day. This is the Cedarwell Care Promise, and it applies to every Marina del Rey project.
Our 365-Day Done Right Promise covers every completed project, if it’s not done right after the job is complete, we make it right, this is the longest-standing post-project commitment in our service area and is stamped on every Elmstead Remodeling contract. Call (949) 850-9896 and a live person will answer, 24/7, to schedule any necessary follow-up.
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 Marina del Rey Customers Say
"Guest bath and laundry redo. Respectful of our schedule, quiet when we needed it, and not a speck of mess left behind. Finished close to on schedule."
- Barrett Lowell"Two bathrooms done at once with kids and a dog in the house. They kept dust contained, were gentle with the pets, and left the place clean each day. Calm and careful."
- Paige Lindholm"Kitchen and living room refresh. Shoes off, floors covered, cleanup every evening. They checked with us before any change. Treated our home with real care."
- Dwight Harmon
