Remodeling FAQ
Here are answers to the remodeling questions Rockville, MD homeowners ask us most. Learn more about our kitchen renovation, bathroom remodeling, basement finishing, flooring, painting, door, and window services, or send us a message.
Free in-home estimates
Licensed, insured and bonded (MHIC #162705)
We handle Montgomery County permits
Clear timelines and pricing
We remodel kitchens, bathrooms, and basements, and we also install flooring, doors, and windows and handle interior painting and drywall. Whether you need one room updated or a full home renovation, our team manages the project from start to finish.
We are based in Rockville, MD, and serve all of Montgomery County, including Bethesda, Chevy Chase, Silver Spring, Gaithersburg, Germantown, Potomac, North Potomac, Olney, Derwood, Kensington, Kemp Mill, Clarksburg, and Fairland. We also work in Laurel and Ellicott City.
Yes. We help you plan layouts, choose finishes, and select materials that fit your style and budget, so you know exactly what your finished space will look like before work begins.
We are a local, licensed Rockville contractor, and the owners stay involved in every project. You get a detailed estimate by email, regular updates, clean job sites, and quality craftsmanship, which is why our customers rate us 5 stars on Google.
Yes. Every project comes with a 1-year warranty on our workmanship, and windows and doors we install are covered for 10 years. Your warranty terms are written in your contract.
We install ProVia windows and doors, and windows and doors we install are covered by a 10-year warranty.
Call Hugo at (240) 485-8797 or email hugo@realtimehomeimprovement.com. We will schedule a visit, look at the issue, and take care of anything covered.
1) Free in-home consultation. 2) Design and selections with our designer. 3) A clear estimate by email and contract, including your payment schedule and warranty. 4) We handle permits and scheduling. 5) Our crew completes the work while Hugo keeps you updated. 6) A final walkthrough with you, and your warranty begins.
Yes. We offer a financing option for remodeling projects. Ask about it when you call or during your free estimate.
Yes. We provide free, no-obligation in-home estimates for every project. We visit your home, listen to your ideas, and email you a clear estimate.
Costs depend on the size of the space, the materials you choose, and whether walls, plumbing, or electrical need to move. In Montgomery County, a kitchen remodel typically runs $10,000–$30,000 for a cosmetic refresh, $30,000–$60,000 semi-custom, and $60,000–$100,000 or more for a full gut. A bathroom typically runs $6,000–$14,000 for a cosmetic update, $15,000–$35,000 mid-range, and $32,000–$60,000 for a full gut. Basement finishing typically costs $25,000–$75,000. After a free visit, we email you a detailed estimate so there are no surprises.
Your payment schedule is spelled out in your written contract before work starts. Under Maryland home improvement law, the deposit can be no more than one-third of the contract price, and the rest is tied to progress on your project.
Yes. Real Time Home Improvement is a licensed Maryland home improvement contractor (MHIC #162705) and is fully insured and bonded.
Yes. Most remodels that change plumbing, electrical, or walls need a permit. We handle the paperwork with the Montgomery County Department of Permitting Services or your city, such as the City of Rockville or the City of Gaithersburg, and schedule the required inspections.
A bathroom remodel usually takes 2 to 4 weeks, a kitchen 4 to 8 weeks, and a basement finish 6 to 10 weeks. Timing depends on the size of the project, materials, and permit approval. We give you a clear timeline and keep you updated throughout.
It depends on how many rooms you update and how much changes. A project that updates a kitchen, bathrooms, flooring, and paint often takes about 2 to 4 months of construction, and a full renovation of an older home can take 4 to 6 months or more. Planning, design, and permits come first. See our whole home renovation timeline for each stage.
In most cases, yes. We work to minimize disruption and keep your home clean and safe each day. For larger projects, like a full kitchen remodel, we’ll talk through the best plan for your family before we start.
Call us at (240) 485-8797 or request a free quote on our website. We’ll schedule a visit to your home, talk through your ideas, and send you a detailed estimate by email.
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