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Home Remodeling & Contractor Services in Huntington Beach, CA
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We help Huntington Beach homeowners plan kitchens, bathrooms, additions and outdoor spaces, with guidance through design, engineering, permits and construction.
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Huntington Beach is our home. As a locally based contractor headquartered right here at 17011 Beach BLVD, HQ Remodeling & Design Inc has spent years building relationships, completing projects, and earning trust across Surf City’s most beloved neighborhoods. From the waterfront estates of Huntington Harbour and the gated communities of Seacliff to the family streets of Yorktown and the coastal bungalows of Downtown Huntington Beach, we know this city’s homes, its character, and its standards better than anywhere else we work. Every project we take on here carries the extra weight of being in our own backyard, and we would not have it any other way.
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Featured remodeling projects in and near Huntington Beach.
Custom Spa Backyard & Front Yard, Huntington Beach
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Primary Bathroom Remodel in Fountain Valley
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Huntington Beach · Neighborhood by neighborhood
Remodeling projects and ideas for Huntington Beach neighborhoods
Spa & Patio Cover in Downtown Huntington Beach
A built-in spa with wood deck edging next to a covered patio with ceiling fans, outdoor lounge seating and block-wall planters.
Patio Cover and Outdoor Sitting Area in Yorktown, Huntington Beach
A fully covered outdoor living space featuring a custom patio cover, cozy seating area, and ambient lighting designed for year-round entertaining. This Yorktown home now has the perfect California outdoor retreat.
Kitchen Remodeling in Seacliff, Huntington Beach
A stunning kitchen remodel featuring custom navy blue lower cabinets, crisp white upper cabinetry, marble countertops, and stainless steel appliances. A bold, coastal-inspired design built for a Seacliff home that demands premium finishes.
Pool Remodeling in Huntington Harbour
A remodeled pool with a tiled spillway from the raised spa, a stacked-stone wall, light pavers and a shaded seating area under the palms.
ADU ideas for homes in Bolsa Chica, Huntington Beach
A modern detached ADU featuring floor-to-ceiling glass doors, a warm wood deck, and a clean contemporary exterior. A fully permitted accessory dwelling unit that adds living space and property value. Pictured: an HQ ADU in Irvine.
Front yard ideas for homes in Southeast Huntington Beach
A complete front yard transformation featuring custom concrete steps, integrated low voltage lighting, and a fresh exterior upgrade that dramatically improves curb appeal from the street. Pictured: an HQ front yard in Mission Viejo.
Outdoor Kitchen in Edwards Hill, Huntington Beach
An L-shaped outdoor kitchen with stacked-stone siding, a built-in grill, sink and fridge, and granite countertops under a patio cover.
Complete Front Yard and Driveway Remodeling in Goldenwest, Huntington Beach
A full front yard overhaul in Goldenwest, Huntington Beach featuring a wide custom concrete driveway, fresh landscaping, and a clean white exterior. A high-impact curb appeal upgrade that transforms the entire street-facing profile of the home.
Kitchen Remodeling in Sunset Beach, Huntington Beach
A white shaker kitchen with quartz countertops and backsplash, under-cabinet lighting, gold faucet and hardware, and wood-look flooring.
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Our Remodeling Services in Huntington Beach
Plan the right improvements for your Huntington Beach home.
Kitchen Remodeling
Custom kitchen remodeling in Huntington Beach, from premium cabinetry and quartz countertops to full layout redesigns and high-end appliance integration.
ADU, Addition, Garage Conversion
ADU construction, room additions, and garage conversions in Huntington Beach, fully permitted and designed to California state ADU standards.
Pool & Spa
Custom pool and spa installations in Huntington Beach, from design through permit submission, excavation, plumbing, and final finish.
Bathroom Remodeling
Full bathroom renovations in Huntington Beach including walk-in showers, freestanding soaking tubs, custom tile work, dual vanities, and complete spa-style transformations.
Backyard & Front Yard Remodeling
Paver patios, patio covers, outdoor kitchens, BBQ islands, fire pits, artificial turf, and custom landscape design for Huntington Beach homes.
Interior & Exterior Design, Engineering & Permits
Complete design-to-permit service in Huntington Beach, from 3D design renderings, exterior or interior finish selections to structural engineering drawings and full permit submission and management with the city.
Local planning · Huntington Beach
We Know How Huntington Beach Works
Start with the local review process. Huntington Beach offers online applications, permit status and inspection requests through its customer portal. We review the address and scope before determining which building and planning steps apply to the proposed improvements. See the Huntington Beach permit portal for current information.
Plan the interior before selecting finishes. For your Huntington Beach kitchen or bathroom remodel, we review the layout, wall changes and proposed plumbing, electrical and ventilation work. We help coordinate the design and engineering needed for the agreed scope, including any required energy documentation.
Bring the outdoor plan together. A patio cover, outdoor kitchen, pool, spa or retaining wall needs to be considered with the site layout, drainage and utilities. We check the requirements for the proposed work before locking in locations and materials. For an ADU or addition, we also review how the new space connects to the existing property.
One team through the next steps. We help Huntington Beach homeowners move from design and engineering through permit coordination and construction. Applicable HOA approvals, city or county review and inspection stages are built into the project planning. Already have designs or plans? We can work with those, too.
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Huntington Beach and surrounding communities
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The experience behind the transformation.
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Your Trusted Remodeling Contractor in Huntington Beach, CA
Huntington Beach is our home base. We help homeowners bring front yards, kitchens, bathrooms and outdoor living areas into a coordinated plan, with local featured projects available here to explore in more detail.
HQ Remodeling & Design is based in Huntington Beach, serving Huntington Beach, Orange County and surrounding areas. We are a licensed California general contractor, LIC #1041842, bonded and insured. Our specialty is guiding homeowners from design and engineering to permits and construction.
Your consultation is a chance to discuss goals, budget and the proposed scope. We can explore 3D design and material options as part of project planning, then provide a written estimate for the work being considered. Talk with us about your Huntington Beach remodel or explore our featured projects.
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Before we begin
Planning your Huntington Beach remodel: questions, answered.
Do I need a permit for a kitchen or bathroom remodel in Huntington Beach?
Most cosmetic updates like replacing cabinets, countertops, or fixtures do not require a permit in Huntington Beach. However, any work involving structural changes, moving walls, relocating plumbing, or adding electrical circuits requires a permit through the City of Huntington Beach Community Development Department's Permit Center. We handle all permit applications and plan check submissions for you.
How do I get a permit for a patio cover in Huntington Beach?
Patio covers in Huntington Beach require a building permit and must maintain a minimum 5-foot clearance from side and rear property lines. Open lattice patio covers on a permanent foundation may have different separation requirements from the main structure. Solid roof patio covers also require structural engineering drawings. Our team handles all documentation and manages the full inspection process.
Can I build an ADU on my Huntington Beach property?
Yes. Huntington Beach allows ADUs on all residential zoned properties. Single-family lots can add one ADU up to 1,200 sq ft and one Junior ADU up to 500 sq ft. Detached ADUs require a minimum 4-foot setback from rear and side property lines. The city also offers a Pre-Approved ADU Plan for a 1-story detached 490 sq ft unit that can significantly speed up the approval process. We handle the full design, permitting, and construction of ADUs in Huntington Beach from start to finish.
How much does a backyard remodel cost in Huntington Beach?
A full backyard remodel in Huntington Beach (about 2,000 sq ft) usually starts around $40,000 to $70,000. From there the price depends on the design, like adding a pool, an outdoor kitchen or BBQ island, a fire pit, and new landscaping. Coastal proximity and HOA design requirements can also affect material choices and costs. We provide a detailed itemized estimate after a free on-site consultation and 3D design session.
What outdoor remodeling projects are most popular in Huntington Beach?
The most requested outdoor projects in Huntington Beach include paver patio installations, aluminum and wood patio covers, outdoor kitchen and BBQ island builds, pool installations and remodels, artificial turf, fire pits, and front yard curb appeal upgrades. Huntington Beach's year-round coastal climate makes outdoor living one of the highest-ROI investments a homeowner can make.
How long does a kitchen remodel take in Huntington Beach?
A typical kitchen remodel in Huntington Beach takes 6 to 10 weeks from permit approval to completion, depending on scope. Projects involving structural changes, custom cabinetry, or longer material lead times may take longer. We provide a full project timeline before work begins and keep you updated throughout every phase.
Is HQ Remodeling licensed to work in Huntington Beach?
Yes, and this is our home city. HQ Remodeling & Design Inc holds California General Contractor License #1041842, is fully licensed, bonded, and insured, and operates out of 17011 Beach Blvd in Huntington Beach. We are part of this community and take every Huntington Beach project personally.
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