Living room renovation in Atlanta.

Living room renovation costs in Atlanta vary widely based on scope. Basic refresh work starts around $10,000 and full high end builds can exceed $80,000. Get three quotes to establish a realistic range for your specific project.

Plan for 3 to 8 weeks on site for a mid range living room renovation. Add 2 to 4 weeks upfront for design, permits, and material ordering. Rushed timelines hurt quality.

Wall removal (if structural, engineer sign off required), electrical rework, drywall, ceiling refinish, hardwood or LVP flooring, fireplace surround refresh, and window replacement (optional).

The three highest return upgrades are open concept wall removal with lvl beam, wide plank hardwood or engineered flooring, fireplace surround refresh in tile, stone, or panelled wood. In Atlanta specifically, historic bungalow and craftsman renovations dominate in grant park, virginia highland, and decatur. basement finish demand is high thanks to the region's typical raised foundation construction.

Load bearing walls require an engineer stamp plus a permit before removal. Engineer plus permit fees run 800 to 2,500 dollars and add 1 to 3 weeks to the schedule.

Georgia requires a state contractor licence for residential projects over $2,500, issued by the Georgia State Licensing Board for Residential and General Contractors. Bond and insurance are mandatory.