The Number One Question We Hear From Homeowners
If you're planning a remodel in Miramar, the first question on your mind probably isn't about tile patterns or cabinet finishes. It's this: how long is this going to take?
It's a fair question. A renovation disrupts your daily routine, and knowing what to expect helps you plan everything from temporary cooking arrangements to vacation schedules. Unfortunately, the answer you'll find on most websites is a vague "it depends." While that's technically true, we think you deserve more than that.
After years of completing remodeling projects across Miramar, Pembroke Pines, Hollywood, and surrounding communities, we've developed a clear picture of realistic timelines for the most common renovation types. Let's walk through them so you can set proper expectations before your project begins.
Bathroom Remodeling: 3 to 6 Weeks
A standard bathroom remodel in a Miramar home typically takes between three and six weeks from demolition to final walkthrough. A smaller guest bathroom with straightforward updates — new vanity, tile, fixtures, and paint — tends to fall on the shorter end. A primary bathroom with a shower-to-tub conversion, custom tile work, or layout changes will push closer to six weeks or slightly beyond.
Here's what affects the timeline most:
- Permit approval: Broward County requires permits for plumbing and electrical changes. Approval can take one to three weeks depending on the scope.
- Tile complexity: Intricate mosaic patterns or large-format tiles with precise cuts take longer to install than standard subway tile.
- Fixture lead times: If you've chosen a specialty vanity or custom shower door, those items may need to be ordered weeks in advance.
Our advice? Select your materials early. The biggest delays we see in bathroom projects come from products that aren't available when the crew is ready to install them.
Kitchen Remodeling: 6 to 12 Weeks
Kitchens are the most complex room to remodel, and for good reason. They involve plumbing, electrical, cabinetry, countertops, flooring, lighting, and often structural considerations. A typical kitchen renovation in Miramar runs six to twelve weeks, with most projects landing in the eight-to-ten-week range.
A cosmetic refresh — replacing countertops, painting cabinets, updating the backsplash, and swapping out fixtures — can be done in as little as four to six weeks. But once you start moving walls, relocating plumbing, or installing new cabinetry, the timeline extends significantly.
The Cabinet Factor
Custom and semi-custom cabinets are often the single biggest factor in kitchen remodel timelines. Once ordered, they can take four to eight weeks to arrive. We always recommend finalizing cabinet selections as early as possible so fabrication can begin while we handle demolition and rough-in work.
Countertop Templating
Countertops can't be templated (measured for fabrication) until cabinets are fully installed. After templating, fabrication usually takes one to two weeks. This sequencing is unavoidable, so it's built into every realistic kitchen timeline.
Whole Home Renovation: 3 to 6 Months
A full home renovation in Miramar — where you're updating multiple rooms, replacing flooring throughout, repainting the interior and exterior, and possibly reconfiguring spaces — generally takes three to six months. Larger homes or projects involving structural changes, roof work, or major system upgrades can extend beyond that.
The key to keeping a whole home renovation on schedule is proper sequencing. Work needs to flow logically from demolition through rough-in (plumbing, electrical, HVAC), then to drywall, finishes, and final details. When a contractor plans this sequence well, different trades can work simultaneously without stepping on each other.
ADU Construction: 4 to 8 Months
Accessory dwelling units have become increasingly popular in Miramar as homeowners look to add rental income, house aging parents, or create space for adult children. Building an ADU is essentially building a small home, so the timeline reflects that complexity.
From permit approval through final inspection, most ADU projects take four to eight months. The permitting phase alone can take several weeks in Broward County, especially if site plan reviews or zoning variances are required. Once construction begins, the build itself typically runs three to five months depending on size and finishes.
What Causes Delays (And How to Avoid Them)
No one wants their project to run over schedule. While some delays are genuinely outside anyone's control, many can be prevented with good planning. Here are the most common causes of delays we see in Miramar remodeling projects:
- Late material selections: Waiting until mid-project to choose tile, fixtures, or finishes almost always causes downtime. Make selections before demolition begins whenever possible.
- Permit delays: Broward County permitting timelines vary. An experienced local contractor knows how to submit complete applications that minimize back-and-forth with the building department.
- Scope changes mid-project: Deciding to add a window or move a wall after framing is complete creates a ripple effect. It's not that changes can't happen — but they will add time and cost.
- Weather: For exterior work, painting, roofing, or ADU construction, South Florida's rainy season (June through October) can cause intermittent delays. We account for this in our scheduling, but extended storms are unpredictable.
- Unexpected discoveries: Older Miramar homes sometimes reveal surprises behind walls — outdated wiring, water damage, or code violations that need to be addressed before new work can proceed.
How We Keep Projects on Track
At Old ADU Builders Miramar, we've learned that clear communication is the best tool for staying on schedule. Before any project begins, we provide a detailed timeline that breaks the work into phases with estimated completion dates. As the project progresses, we keep you informed about what's happening, what's coming next, and whether anything has shifted.
We also handle material ordering and coordination with subcontractors well in advance. Our familiarity with local suppliers and the Broward County permitting process helps us anticipate potential bottlenecks before they become problems.
Planning Your Remodel? Start With Realistic Expectations
The best thing you can do before starting a remodel is understand that quality work takes time. Rushing a project leads to mistakes, and mistakes lead to costly repairs down the road. A well-planned renovation that takes an extra week to complete properly is always better than a rushed job that looks great on day one but falls apart within a year.
If you're considering a remodeling project in Miramar or nearby communities like Cooper City, Weston, or Davie, we're happy to walk you through a realistic timeline based on your specific goals. No pressure, no inflated promises — just an honest assessment of what it takes to do the job right.
Reach out to Old ADU Builders Miramar to start the conversation. We'll help you plan a project that fits your life, your budget, and your schedule.