General Contractor and Remodeling in The Woodlands, TX
Planning a remodel, a new roof or a fresh exterior color in The Woodlands? We plan your project around the Township's rules from the first site walk, coordinate every trade and send a detailed price in writing.
Free written estimates. Clear, frequent updates from the first call to the final walkthrough.
Your Project, Planned Around the Township's Rules
In The Woodlands, most projects need two things: good work, and written approval from the Township before it starts. A new roof, a repaint, a new fence or a kitchen that moves a sink all go through review. Getting that part right is the first step.
That planning is built into how we work. At the site walk, we tell you what needs approval and help you choose materials and colors that fit the Township's standards. Once you're approved, we coordinate every trade and keep you updated with photos through the final walkthrough.
- Approval planned in. You know what needs Township approval before you get your price.
- Materials and colors that fit the rules. Roofing, paint and window film options that meet the standards, confirmed with you in writing.
- Updates with photos. You know what got done and what comes next.
Remodeling and Home Services in The Woodlands
Kitchen and bathroom remodeling, flooring, roofing, painting and every other residential service we offer is available in all eight villages. We coordinate every trade, and licensed trades are done by licensed subcontractors.
Kitchen Remodeling
From new cabinets and countertops in Cochran's Crossing to a full layout change in Sterling Ridge, we remodel kitchens across The Woodlands. If the plan moves plumbing, wiring or walls, we put the Township application together for you.
Bathroom Remodeling
Walk-in showers, tub-to-shower conversions, new tile and vanities for hall baths and primary suites. We tell you up front whether your bathroom plan needs Township approval, so it doesn't hold up the start date.
Roofing
Roof repairs after hail and wind, and full replacements in shingle, tile or standing seam metal. You get photos of the damage, a written price, and help choosing a roof the Township will approve.
Painting
Interior, exterior and cabinet painting for homes in all eight villages, with patching, caulking and priming done before any color goes on. Inside, pick any colors you like. Outside, we help you stay within the Township's muted-color standards.
Flooring
Hardwood, engineered wood, tile and luxury vinyl plank, with the slab or subfloor prepped first. New flooring doesn't need Township approval, so it's one of the quickest upgrades to get on the calendar.
Whole Home Remodeling
Planning several updates at once? We combine kitchens, baths, flooring and paint into one project, with one Township submission when it's needed and one written price, so you aren't juggling separate contractors.
Deck Building
Wood and composite decks, covered patios and pergolas built around the trees that define The Woodlands. Many decks need Township approval, and we plan the layout to protect roots and canopy from the start.
Home Additions
Bedrooms, primary suites and sunrooms designed to match your home and meet the Township's standards, with tree protection planned from day one. We put together the drawings the committee reviews and manage every trade after approval.
Custom Carpentry
Built-in bookcases, home office cabinetry, closets, vanities and trim, measured in your home and built to fit, from a study wall to a walk-in closet.
More Services in The Woodlands
The Woodlands Township Approval: What to Know
The Township's Residential Development Standards decide what needs approval. Here's what that means for common projects.
You don't need to sort this out yourself. At the site walk, we tell you which of these apply to your project.
Most Exterior Work Needs Approval
If it changes your home or lot, plan on Township approval first. That includes every roof replacement and every repaint, additions, many decks, patios, paving, pools, garage conversions, and replacing or moving more than eight feet of fence.
Some Interior Remodels Too
New flooring, wall coverings and decor don't need approval. A remodel that moves a wall, changes the structure, or touches the plumbing or wiring does. We'll tell you which side of that line your project falls on.
Trees
The forest is what sets The Woodlands apart. Removing any live tree six inches or more in diameter needs its own approval, and demolition or major remodeling requires protective fencing around at least 75% of a tree's drip line. We plan around your trees from day one.
How Long Approval Takes
Village committees meet monthly, and the Township acts on applications within 45 days, so apply early. Once approved, most projects must be finished within 120 days. We schedule your crew around those dates.
County Rules Still Apply
Township approval doesn't replace county rules. In Montgomery County, additions and floodplain work still need county permits, though building codes aren't enforced on single-family homes. Creekside Park, the only village in Harris County, follows Harris County's permit rules.
Job Site Rules
Dumpsters go on the driveway unless the Township approves another spot, and portable storage has to go within 30 days. Demolition and major remodeling run 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on weekdays and 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. on weekends and holidays.
Permit requirements can change. We verify current requirements with the applicable authority before work begins.
Not sure what your project needs approved? Tell us what you're planning and we'll walk you through it at the site walk.
Woodlands Projects With Their Own Rules
The Township's standards spell out materials and colors for these projects. Here's how we plan for them.
Roof Replacement
Every roof replacement needs Township approval. The roof must be a muted color with no pattern, in materials like composition shingles, tile, slate, stone-coated or standing seam metal, or cement-fiberboard. We show you roofs that fit the rules before you choose.
Exterior Painting
Every repaint needs approval, exterior colors should be muted, and gloss paint isn't allowed. Bring your color ideas to the site walk, and we'll help you choose shades that fit the Township's standards.
Window Tint
Tinted glass is allowed. Mirrored or foil-like finishes are not, so we point you to window film that cuts heat and glare without the reflective look. Light, non-reflective films still block heat, so sun-facing rooms stay cooler and the AC gets a break.
Villages and Neighborhoods We Serve
We work in all eight villages, from Grogan's Mill to Creekside Park, including established neighborhoods like Carlton Woods, East Shore and Grogan's Forest. The same Township standards apply in every one, and we plan every project around them.
Creekside Park is the only village in Harris County, so its permits follow Harris County rules.
- Alden Bridge
- Cochran's Crossing
- College Park
- Creekside Park
- Grogan's Mill
- Indian Springs
- Panther Creek
- Sterling Ridge
- Carlton Woods
- East Shore
- Grogan's Forest
- And others nearby
You get a detailed price in writing after the site walk. The estimate is free.
The Woodlands Project Questions, Answered
Which remodeling projects do you take on in The Woodlands?
Every residential service we offer, from kitchens, baths and flooring to roofing, painting, decks, additions and custom carpentry, in all eight villages. We coordinate every trade, licensed trades are done by licensed subcontractors, and you get a detailed price in writing after the site walk.
Do I need Township approval to replace my roof?
Yes. Every roof replacement in The Woodlands needs approval, and the new roof must be a muted color with no pattern, in an approved material such as composition shingles, tile, slate or standing seam metal. We'll show you options that fit, and our roofing page explains what a replacement includes.
Does a kitchen remodel need approval in The Woodlands?
Only if it moves or removes walls, changes the structure, or involves plumbing or electrical work. New flooring, wall coverings and decorating don't. Adding an island sink or new outlets? Plan on approval. Our kitchen remodeling page shows how the project runs.
How long does covenant approval take?
Village committees meet monthly, and the Township acts on applications within 45 days, so it pays to apply early. Once approved, most projects must be finished within 120 days. We schedule your project so the work fits inside that window.
Can you submit the Township application for me?
Yes. Once you register for an account on the Township's Civic Access Portal, a contractor can apply on your behalf. We put together the drawings, materials and colors the committee needs to see.
Do you work in Creekside Park?
Yes. We work in all eight villages, including Creekside Park. It's the only village in Harris County, so projects there follow Harris County's permit rules along with Township approval.
Can I tint my windows in The Woodlands?
Yes. Tinted glass is allowed, but mirrored or foil finishes aren't. Our window tint and security film page covers film that cuts heat and glare without the mirrored look.
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