Whole Home Renovations

We offer comprehensive home renovations throughout Northern California and Nevada, with a focus on fine craftsmanship, and custom results.

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Reimagine Your Entire Home

A full home renovation is your chance to start fresh without leaving the neighborhood you love. Whether you’re updating a dated layout, restoring a historic property, or completely reworking your space, gut renovations allow you to rebuild your home around how you actually live.

At Watershed Built, we bring over twenty years of craftsmanship and expertise to home remodeling. We manage your entire project under one roof, which means better communication, clearer timelines, and fewer surprises.

What Is a Gut Renovation?

A gut renovation involves stripping your home down to its core structure and rebuilding it with updated layouts, systems, and finishes.

This often includes:

Removing interior walls and reconfiguring layouts
Replacing electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems
Installing new flooring, cabinetry, and millwork
Upgrading kitchens, bathrooms, and living spaces
Improving insulation and overall energy performance

It’s the most comprehensive way to modernize your home while maintaining its original footprint.

Remodeling in San francisco

Mike and his team are super professional and responsive. They listen to your needs, communicate with you clearly, and provide the top notch service!

Xinru Liu

The quality of work was excellent and has stood the test of time, in that it still looks great 5+ years later. I would definitely recommend [Watershed Built].

Wendy Wilson

We worked with [Watershed Built] on a house remodel. They are all professional, clear, and honest. This was our first home remodel project and they made the process easy for us. Mike is honest – the project took exactly as long as he said it would, and we ended within our budget.

Caitlin Hannon

The work was great, the communication was clear and timely, and the extra efforts to solve problems was amazing. I never felt stressed because I always felt confident that the team was taking care of it. We are super pleased with the finished product and would recommend [Watershed Built] to anyone looking for a high quality contractor.

Carl A.

Michael Howes and the team at [Watershed Built] do absolutely stunning work. If you want high quality results on your residential remodeling project of any size, and an excellent team in the office and on the job site, call [Watershed Built].

Marisa N.

why watershed built

Precision, professionalism, and fully personalized service — from start to finish. Trust us to deliver exceptional value and extraordinary results.

Industry Experience

Deep, longstanding relationships with architects, interior designers, and trade partners ensure project cohesion from start to finish.

Expertise & Artistry

We offer a unique combination of artistry, efficiency, and personalized service that delivers quality results every time.

Adaptable Mindset

We are equally adept at small and large projects. We maintain a meticulous attention to detail and clear communication, no matter the scale.

Explore Our Previous Projects

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Frequently asked questions

What is your service area?

We are a remodeling contractor in Northern California and Nevada, including San Francisco, Sonoma County, Marin County, and Lake Tahoe.

Do you offer kitchen or bathroom remodels?

Yes! In addition to full home renovations in San Francisco and surrounding areas, we offer speciality services like kitchen remodels and bathroom remodels.

What other services do you offer?

Beyond our high-end custom remodeling services, we enhance homes with custom woodwork, elevating spaces with fine craftsmanship and artistry.

How much does a full home remodel cost in San Francisco?

In San Francisco, the cost of a luxury home remodeling project depends on the scope, complexity, and selections. Smaller projects, like a cosmetic update to a small space may be $1,500, while a full home renovation may be closet to $1M. We can provide you with an accurate estimate for your project after a consultation. Get in touch to learn more.

What custom millwork options do you offer?

We offer custom cabinetry, millwork like trim, doors, and windows, paneling, shelving, built-ins and more. Our custom woodwork adds artistry and fine craftsmanship to homes, making your space a unique reflection of your taste and style.