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Most full-scale construction projects in Long Beach cost between $90,000 and $220,000 in 2026, and the single biggest swing factor is whether you’re adding square footage or reworking what’s already there. An ADU or home addition sits at the top of that range; a kitchen or bathroom remodel sits well below it. If you want a number for your specific address, we give you a written price before any work starts – not a rough guess that grows after the crew arrives.
We’re Elmstead Remodeling, a Cedarwell company, and we’ve been working in Long Beach homes since 2005. Graham Stein leads our team, and we answer the phone with a live person 24/7, because a construction question rarely waits until Monday morning.
Here’s the part that matters most: your quoted price is written down and fixed before we touch a tool. That’s not a special offer. It’s how we run every project.
Construction Cost Breakdown (2026)
These are the ranges we actually quote in Long Beach this year. Real projects land inside these numbers unless something structural, permitting-related, or supply-driven pushes them, and we’ll tell you which of those applies to your home before you commit.
| Project Type | Typical Cost Range |
|---|---|
| ADU Construction | $90,000 – $220,000 |
| Home Addition | $45,000 – $130,000 |
| Garage Conversion | $30,000 – $80,000 |
| 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 |
| Shower Replacement | $3,000 – $8,500 |
| Bathroom Vanity Installation | $800 – $3,000 |
| Cabinet Installation | $4,000 – $13,000 |
| Countertop Installation | $2,000 – $6,500 |
| Backsplash Installation | $800 – $2,500 |
| Kitchen Island Installation | $3,000 – $10,000 |
| Roof Replacement | $8,000 – $20,000 |
| Roof Repair | $400 – $1,800 |
| Metal Roof Installation | $15,000 – $40,000 |
| Tile Roof Repair | $600 – $2,500 |
| Window Replacement | $4,500 – $15,000 |
| Impact Window Installation | $8,000 – $25,000 |
| Vinyl Fence Installation | $3,500 – $9,000 |
| Aluminum Fence Installation | $4,000 – $10,000 |
| Paver Driveway Installation | $7,000 – $18,000 |
| Concrete Driveway Installation | $4,500 – $12,000 |
| Asphalt Driveway Paving | $3,500 – $9,000 |
| Driveway Replacement | $5,000 – $14,000 |
| Driveway Sealing | $250 – $700 |
| Paver Patio Installation | $3,500 – $11,000 |
What pushes a Long Beach job toward the top of a range? Structural changes are the biggest driver – moving a load-bearing wall, adding a second story, or converting a garage into living space all require engineering and inspection steps that a cosmetic remodel skips. Material selection is the second driver. KraftMaid and Wellborn cabinets, Cambria or Silestone countertops, and Kohler, Moen, or Grohe fixtures sit in different price bands within the same project, and we price each option in writing so you can see the difference before you choose. Third is the age of the home: much of Long Beach’s housing stock predates current electrical and plumbing codes, and opening a wall in a 1940s bungalow near Bixby Knolls or a mid-century home in Lakewood’s Long Beach edge often reveals work that has to be brought up to today’s standards.
What Affects Construction Pricing in Long Beach
- Coastal air and salt exposure. Long Beach homes a few blocks from the water – think Belmont Shore, Naples, and Alamitos Beach – see faster corrosion on fasteners, railings, and exterior hardware, plus more frequent paint and trim maintenance. We spec exterior materials with that in mind, which can shift the exterior portion of a budget by a few thousand dollars compared to an inland address in North Long Beach.
- Permit and plan-check timelines. The City of Long Beach runs its own building and safety review, and anything that changes square footage, occupancy, or structural elements requires permits and inspections. Garage conversions and ADUs take longer to get through plan check than a like-for-like bathroom update, and that timeline is part of the cost conversation.
- Age and hidden conditions. Knob-and-tube wiring, galvanized supply lines, and original clay sewer laterals turn up regularly in pre-1950 homes around Rose Park and the Willmore area. We open walls carefully and flag what we find before we price the fix, never after.
- Foundation type. Parts of Long Beach sit on raised foundations, parts on slabs, and some pockets near the Port and downtown have soft soil. A slab is simpler to work over for flooring and drainage; a raised foundation may need extra framing or crawlspace work when you add a bathroom or an island.
- Access and parking. Tight alleys and dense street parking near downtown and along Broadway Corridor mean staging, deliveries, and dumpster placement take planning. That coordination time is real, and we build it into the schedule rather than surprise you with it.
- Material and brand choices. James Hardie siding versus standard lap board, GAF roofing systems versus basic shingles, or a Cambria versus Silestone countertop all move the number. The advantage of named brands is that you can look up the warranty yourself and know it travels with the finished project.
How to Save on Construction
The best way to save isn’t to shave the labor – it’s to make decisions early and keep the scope steady. Every change order after work begins costs more than the same choice made during planning, because it involves rework, return trips, and sometimes re-inspection.
Practical ways Long Beach homeowners trim a budget:
- Bundle related work. Doing a bathroom and the adjacent hallway closet in one pass spreads the permit and setup cost across more of the project than tackling them a year apart.
- Keep plumbing and gas in place. Moving a toilet or range vent adds cost and inspection steps. If your layout already works, leave it.
- Choose brands you can verify. KraftMaid and Wellborn cabinets or Moen and Grohe fixtures come with manufacturer warranties that outlast the project. Paying a little more for a product with a documented warranty is often cheaper over ten years than a cheaper product with no recourse.
- Time exterior work for the dry season. Roofing, siding, and driveway projects move faster – and cost less in weather delays – when scheduled between late spring and early fall.
- Get the written price before you sign anything. A range you can compare beats a low estimate that grows. Our free estimates are written and fixed, so you’re comparing real numbers, not hopes.
If you’d like a written price for your specific home, call (949) 850-9896. A live person answers, day or night, and the estimate costs you nothing.
FAQs – Construction Cost
How much does a kitchen remodel cost in Long Beach?
A kitchen remodel in Long Beach runs $14,000 to $45,000, with small kitchens landing in the $9,000 to $20,000 range. Cabinet installation alone is $4,000 to $13,000, and countertops add $2,000 to $6,500 depending on whether you choose Cambria, Silestone, or another surface. Call (949) 850-9896 for an exact quote – estimates are free and written.
Is it cheaper to repair or replace a roof in Long Beach?
Repair is cheaper when the damage is isolated: roof repair runs $400 to $1,800, and tile roof repair is $600 to $2,500. Full replacement is $8,000 to $20,000, and a metal roof runs $15,000 to $40,000. If more than about a third of the roof is failing, replacement usually costs less over the next decade. Call (949) 850-9896 and we’ll tell you honestly which one your roof needs.
How much does an ADU or home addition cost in Long Beach?
ADU construction in Long Beach is $90,000 to $220,000, and a home addition is $45,000 to $130,000. A garage conversion sits between them at $30,000 to $80,000. These are the highest-permit projects on this page because they change your home’s footprint and occupancy, so plan-check time runs longer. Call (949) 850-9896 to talk through your property’s options.
Can you come out today?
We schedule estimates quickly, and someone answers the phone 24/7 – no voicemail, no automated system, no waiting until Monday. Same-day estimates depend on the day’s route, but calls are returned the same day they come in. Call (949) 850-9896 and we’ll find a time that fits your schedule.
How much does a bathroom remodel cost in Long Beach?
A bathroom remodel in Long Beach is $9,000 to $28,000, and a small bathroom is $5,000 to $12,000. A walk-in shower is $4,500 to $12,000, a tub-to-shower conversion is $3,500 to $10,000, and a vanity install is $800 to $3,000. Call (949) 850-9896 for a written price before any work starts.
Why Families Choose Elmstead Remodeling
Construction happens in the middle of your life. Kids still need breakfast. The dog still needs the yard. So the Cedarwell Care Promise governs every Elmstead project: shoe covers and drop cloths inside the house, a written price before any work starts, a photo of the clean-up before the crew leaves, quiet tools during family rest hours where possible, and pet-safe product choices where there is a choice. None of that is an add-on. It’s included on every job.
Every completed project carries our 365-Day Done Right Promise – if it isn’t done right, we make it right. That’s the longest-standing post-project commitment in our service area, and it’s stamped on every job. Our technicians are background-checked and uniformed, so you know exactly who is walking through your door. We ask before we move anything, because your home isn’t a work site first. It’s your home.
We work with cabinets from KraftMaid and Wellborn, countertops from Cambria, Silestone, and Caesarstone, fixtures from Kohler, Moen, and Grohe, and exteriors from James Hardie and GAF – brands you can research by name, with warranties that survive the project. If you’re exploring the full scope of what we do, start with our home page, then look at our kitchen remodeling and bathroom remodeling services. For larger projects, our home additions, ADU construction, and garage conversions pages walk through what’s involved. Homeowners in nearby cities can find the same pricing guidance on our Huntington Beach construction cost guide, Seal Beach cost guide, Anaheim pricing page, Irvine pricing page, and Costa Mesa prices. If you’re weighing whether to renovate or move, our guide on remodeling vs. moving helps frame the decision.
Get Your Written Price
Every number on this page is a range, and ranges are useful for planning but not for signing. For a written price on your Long Beach project – fixed before any work starts – call (949) 850-9896. A live person answers 24/7, and the estimate is free. Tell us what you’re thinking about, and we’ll tell you what it costs and what the schedule looks like, in plain language, before you commit to anything.
Written by Graham Stein, Owner at Elmstead Remodeling, serving Long Beach since 2005.
Pricing reflects the Long Beach market as of 2026. Elmstead Remodeling offers free estimates – call (949) 850-9896.
What Our Customers Say
"Kitchen remodel. With two kids at home I was dreading the dust, but they walled off the space in plastic and cleaned every single day. Respectful, calm crew. The kitchen is stunning."
- Beverly Austin"Main bath gut and redo. They protected the carpet the whole way down the hall and vacuumed daily. Quiet during naps when they could be. Lovely finish."
- Franklin Mbeki"They opened up our kitchen and controlled the dust better than I thought possible. Floors protected, a photo of the cleaned space each day. Gentle on the house and on budget."
- Yasmin Croft
