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Town of Kensington / Montgomery County

Kensington, MD Remodeling Contractor for Kitchens, Bathrooms, Basements and Additions

Virginia Pro Remodel is a local remodeling contractor and general contractor serving Kensington, MD homeowners who want a better layout, updated kitchens and bathrooms, or more usable living space. We handle planning, material selection, Town of Kensington and Montgomery County permitting and construction with one accountable team.

Local experience

Local remodeling contractor serving Kensington and nearby areas

Kensington sits inside our regular service territory, and the housing stock reflects the neighborhood's 1900s–1950s growth: Victorian and farmhouse-style homes, Cape Cods and bungalows. Because the town's historic antique row sits among older homes that regularly need updated mechanical systems as part of a remodel, our planning conversation for a Kensington project usually starts with the specific condition of the existing structure rather than a generic checklist.

Whether the project is a single remodeled bathroom or a full main-level renovation, Kensington homeowners get the same process: a documented scope, coordinated permitting through the Town of Kensington / Montgomery County, and one project manager accountable for the schedule.

Nearby communities we also serve include Chevy Chase, Silver Spring, Rockville and Bethesda. If your project spans more than one of these areas, or you are not sure which jurisdiction your address falls under, we confirm that for you before the estimate is finalized.

Common home styles

  • Victorian and farmhouse-style homes
  • Cape Cods
  • bungalows
  • colonials

Kitchen remodeling in Kensington, MD

Most Kensington kitchens we open up were laid out for a different way of cooking and living. We reset the layout, plan cabinetry and storage around how you actually use the room, and coordinate the electrical, plumbing and lighting changes a new plan requires — including load-bearing wall removal when opening to the dining or living area is the right move.

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Bathroom remodeling in Kensington, MD

Primary and hall bathroom remodels in Kensington usually come down to waterproofing done correctly, a shower that fits the space, better ventilation and storage that works for the people using it. We rebuild from the substrate out rather than resurfacing over existing problems.

See how we approach bathroom renovations

Basement remodeling and finishing in Kensington

Finishing a basement in Kensington starts with moisture, ceiling height and egress, not finishes. Once those are addressed, we plan bedrooms and guest suites, full baths, bars and entertainment areas, offices and gyms — and confirm egress requirements with Town of Kensington and Montgomery County before framing.

Learn about basement finishing

Home additions and structural remodeling in Kensington

Additions and structural remodeling in Kensington depend on your lot, setbacks and existing structure. We work through feasibility first, then architectural and engineered drawings, then construction: room additions, primary suites, kitchen bump-outs, sunrooms and second stories.

Read about our home additions

Common remodeling considerations for Kensington homes

Kensington housing stock leans toward Victorian and farmhouse-style homes, Cape Cods, bungalows, colonials. That shapes the work: original framing spans, older electrical service, undersized returns and dated plumbing all affect what a remodel involves before a single finish is chosen. Townhome and condo projects add association review, elevator or parking logistics and stricter work hours, and homes on larger lots may involve septic, well or setback questions.

Remodeling victorian and farmhouse-style homes

We survey structure, systems and existing finishes on site so the scope reflects your home rather than a typical victorian and farmhouse-style home.

Remodeling cape cods

We survey structure, systems and existing finishes on site so the scope reflects your home rather than a typical cape cod.

Remodeling bungalows

We survey structure, systems and existing finishes on site so the scope reflects your home rather than a typical bungalow.

Remodeling colonials

We survey structure, systems and existing finishes on site so the scope reflects your home rather than a typical colonial.

Remodeling permits in Town of Kensington / Montgomery County

Remodeling work in Kensington is permitted through the Town of Kensington and Montgomery County. We prepare and submit the permit package, post the approvals on site and schedule the required inspections as part of the project — you are not standing in line for paperwork. Current fees, plan-review turnaround and submittal formats change, so we confirm them with the office for your specific scope before the schedule is set.

Learn which permits a remodel needs

Building permits

Required for structural work, wall removal, new framing, egress changes and most additions.

Electrical permits

Triggered by new circuits, panel work, recessed lighting layouts and relocating outlets or switches.

Plumbing permits

Needed when supply or drain lines move, which is common in kitchen island sinks, basement baths and shower relocations.

Structural engineering requirements

Load-bearing wall removal, beam sizing and new footings generally require stamped drawings from a licensed engineer.

Permit inspection stages

Typical sequence runs framing and rough-in, insulation, then final inspection before the space is signed off.

Our remodeling process, step by step

Every Kensington project runs through the same five stages, which is what keeps design decisions, pricing and construction from drifting apart.

  1. Step 1

    Consultation and site review

    We walk the space, talk through goals and outline a realistic scope and budget range.

  2. Step 2

    Design and selections

    Drawings, layout options and material allowances so decisions are made before demolition.

  3. Step 3

    Estimating and contract

    A line-item proposal tied to the drawings, with allowances stated in writing.

  4. Step 4

    Permitting

    We assemble the submittal, answer plan-review comments and schedule inspections.

  5. Step 5

    Construction and closeout

    One project manager, a posted schedule, and a punch walk before final payment.

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How much does remodeling cost in Kensington?

Cost in Kensington, MD is driven by scope rather than square footage alone. The factors that move a budget most are whether walls or structure change, how far plumbing and electrical have to move, cabinetry and tile selections, the condition of what is behind the finishes, and permit and engineering requirements in Town of Kensington / Montgomery County. Access matters too: townhomes, condos and homes on tight lots cost more to stage and protect.

We do not publish a single price for a remodel, because a number without a scope is not useful. After the site visit you get a line-item proposal with allowances stated in writing.

Plan your budget

Our budgeting guide walks through allowances, contingency and where costs typically shift mid-project.

Read the remodeling budget guide

Why Kensington homeowners choose Virginia Pro Remodel

One accountable team

Design, estimating, permitting and construction sit under one contract, so nobody is handing your project between firms.

Local permitting knowledge

We submit through the Town of Kensington and Montgomery County regularly and plan the schedule around review and inspection stages.

Familiar with Kensington homes

Victorian and farmhouse-style homes, Cape Cods, bungalows each bring their own structural and systems surprises. We scope for them instead of discovering them.

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