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Home Team Services Remodeling Home Remodeling in Mill Valley, CA

Kitchen, bathroom and whole-home remodels in Mill Valley, with one team handling design, permits and every trade.

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Mount Tamalpais above Mill Valley homes and Richardson Bay in Marin County
Remodeling in Mill Valley

A lot of Mill Valley homes sit on steep, wooded lots, and many have been added onto more than once. That makes the planning part of a remodel matter as much as the build. We remodel kitchens, bathrooms and whole homes here, and we sort out the city and fire district steps before any demolition starts.

Whether it’s a dated kitchen or a small bath tucked under the eaves, we walk the space with you, talk through scope and budget, and tell you what the city will need to see.

Communities we serve

  • Mill Valley
  • Tiburon
  • Strawberry
  • Corte Madera
  • Sausalito
  • Larkspur

And the rest of southern Marin.

Local know-how

Remodeling in Mill Valley

Permits through the City of Mill Valley

Mill Valley’s Planning and Building Department takes permit applications online through eTRAKiT. The city lists 7 to 10 business days to review a non-structural residential remodel, and at least 4 to 6 weeks for a full plan check. We put the submittal together so it doesn’t bounce back for missing pieces.

City of Mill Valley permit process

When design review comes in

Remodels and additions that are big enough to trigger design review go to the city’s Zoning Administrator, and the largest go to the Planning Commission. The plans you send to the Building Department then have to match what was approved. We work out early whether your project needs it, so it doesn’t add weeks you didn’t plan for.

Mill Valley review and approval process

Fire rules on wooded lots

Parts of Mill Valley are in a Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone. A remodel that touches a large share of the house can bring Southern Marin Fire requirements like sprinklers or a noncombustible roof. We check that before we price the job, not halfway through plan check.

Wildfire hardening and your deck
Recent work

Projects by Home Team Services

White shaker kitchen with a marble waterfall island, marble backsplash, brass hardware and a bronze range hood
Bathroom with large dark stone tile, a round window in the glass shower and a slatted oak vanity
Open living space with a walnut slat wall, black-framed glass doors and a modern kitchen beyond
Hardwood deck with wide steps along a white board-and-batten house with black-framed French doors
Why Home Team Services

Why homeowners in Mill Valley choose us

  • Licensed, bonded and insured, CSLB #1103580
  • Permits and local code requirements handled for you
  • Experienced craftsmen and trade professionals
  • Transparent estimates with no hidden costs
  • Reliable scheduling and steady communication
  • Personal service from the first consultation to the final walkthrough
  • One contractor for the whole remodel, so you never coordinate separate trades
How it works

Five steps, one team

The same people from the first walkthrough to the final punch list.

Book your consultation
  1. 01

    Free consultation

    We come to the house, walk the space with you and talk through what you want, how you live and what it should cost.

  2. 02

    Design and selections

    Layout, materials, fixtures and finishes, chosen together before work starts, so the estimate reflects real choices.

  3. 03

    Preparation and demolition

    The site is protected, the old space comes out, and what is behind the walls gets dealt with properly.

  4. 04

    Build and clean-up

    Framing, plumbing, electrical, drywall, tile, cabinetry and paint, with the house kept clean as we go.

  5. 05

    Walkthrough and care

    We walk the finished space with you, close out the details and leave you with care instructions.

Free consultation

Start with a conversation

Tell us a little about the project. We will call you back to talk it through and set a time to see the space.

Hours
8am to 8pm, 7 days a week

Or call (415) 713-8061, 7 days, 8am to 8pm.

Questions

Mill Valley remodeling: questions

How long does a remodel permit take in Mill Valley?

The City of Mill Valley lists 7 to 10 business days to review a non-structural residential remodel, and at least 4 to 6 weeks for plan check on bigger projects. Design review, when your project needs it, comes before that. We give you a realistic timeline at the consultation.

Do I need design review to remodel in Mill Valley?

Not every project does. Remodels and additions large enough to trigger design review go to the city’s Zoning Administrator, and the largest go to the Planning Commission. Whether yours does depends on its size and scope, so we check it against the city’s rules before you commit.

What does a remodel usually cost?

Most of our kitchen remodels run $25,000 to $60,000. Most of our bathroom remodels run $15,000 to $50,000. Whole-home remodels usually run $200,000 to $500,000. Your consultation gives you a number for your actual project.

How long does a typical remodel take?

It depends on the scope. Smaller remodels may take a few weeks, while larger projects can run two to six months. You get a clear timeline with your estimate.

Is the consultation free?

Yes. We come to your home, look at the space and talk through scope and budget before we put together an estimate.