Residential and light commercial renovation and construction across Greater New Orleans.
Whole-property scope: layout changes, systems, envelope and finishes, all under one plan. Structure and rough-in happen before anything anyone can see, and the layout question always comes before the finishes question — where a wall goes decides how the property works for the next twenty years.
The two rooms with the highest cost per square foot and the least room for error. Cabinetry lead times move kitchen schedules more than prices do, and in bathrooms, waterproofing behind the tile is an assembly, not a coat of something — especially in this climate.
Distressed, damaged or long-vacant property brought back to a habitable, lettable or sellable standard. These start with an honest assessment, not a wish list — a vacant New Orleans property has usually taken on water somewhere, and finding out where comes before pricing the finishes.
New residential builds and structural work on existing homes — framing, structural repair, and the load-path work every layout change depends on. This is the work that happens behind the walls, before drywall makes everything look finished.
Unit turns and building-wide work, where the real constraint is occupancy and getting units back in service on schedule. Scope gets fixed early, because a change order in week six is what turns a projected return into a disappointing one.
Tenant improvements, storefronts and small commercial fit-outs, where the schedule is usually driven by a lease date, and the permitting path differs meaningfully from residential work. A missed week here isn't just inconvenient — it's lost revenue for the tenant.
Scope, schedule, trades, permits and inspections, run by one person who answers the phone and owns the outcome. Available on projects we build directly, or on projects where you already have trades lined up but need the coordination handled.
Targeted work where a full renovation isn't what the property actually needs — a specific room, a facade, a repair with a defined edge to it. Scoped, priced, and finished on its own terms, without turning a small job into a bigger one than it needs to be.
Every New Orleans property has its own permitting requirements. We identify permit needs, Safety and Permits review, and historic-district approvals early so you understand the process and expected timeline before work begins. For properties outside city limits, we also account for the permitting requirements of the surrounding parishes.
Formosan termites are a serious concern in New Orleans and can cause hidden damage to framing, sills, and joists. When demolition exposes termite damage, we assess the affected areas, explain the repair or reinforcement options, and coordinate treatment recommendations so the underlying problem is addressed.
Older New Orleans homes may require specific lead-safe practices when painted surfaces are disturbed. When applicable, our RRP-certified crews use proper containment, dust control, and cleanup procedures, with these requirements considered during project planning rather than added unexpectedly later.
New Orleans’ humidity, flooding history, and older building envelopes make moisture management an important part of renovation planning. If we uncover water damage or mold, we assess the extent, coordinate remediation, and address the source before walls and finishes are closed back up.
Storm damage can extend well beyond what is visible from the outside. We assess affected roofing, decking, framing, and building components, then plan repairs with current code requirements and long-term storm resistance in mind.
When storm, wind, or water damage involves an insurance claim, we help keep the restoration and claims process organized. We document damage, develop a detailed repair scope, and coordinate with your adjuster throughout the restoration process.
Most renovation delays in this city are not construction delays. Work in Orleans Parish goes through the City’s Safety and Permits process, and exterior work in a designated historic district can also require review by the Historic District Landmarks Commission — or, in the French Quarter, the Vieux Carré Commission. Surrounding parishes each run their own process on their own timelines.
None of that is a reason not to do the work. It is a reason to identify the path at estimate stage and put realistic time in the schedule for it, rather than discovering a review requirement in week three and telling you the project has slipped. If a property is in a historic district, that is one of the first things we check.
Where a project needs drawings, engineering or a licensed design professional, we say so at the start rather than partway through.
Yes, and it is a meaningful part of the work. Investor projects run differently from owner-occupied ones: scope gets fixed earlier, the schedule is built around getting the property back in service, and we report against it. If you are buying with a renovation in mind, the useful time to talk is before closing.
Yes. We identify the permit path at estimate stage, including whether the property falls in a historic district, and manage the process through inspections.
Greater New Orleans and the surrounding areas. Send the property address with your estimate request and we will confirm.
Sometimes. It depends on what was done, whether it was permitted and what condition it was left in. We will look at it and give you a straight answer, including if that answer is that the cheapest route is to undo some of it.
In writing, priced, before the work happens. Verbal changes are how a renovation budget grows twenty percent without anyone deciding it should.
Yes. Magic Renovations & Repairs LLC is licensed and insured for the renovation and construction work we perform directly. For specialty work requiring separate licensure, we coordinate with licensed, insured subcontractors and partners, and can provide their credentials on request.
Yes. We regularly work alongside homeowners and their insurance adjusters on storm, flood, and hurricane damage claims. Our team documents the damage thoroughly with photos and detailed reports, develops a repair scope that matches your policy’s coverage, and communicates directly with your adjuster to help move the claim forward without delays. If you’re not sure whether your damage is covered, we can do an initial assessment and walk you through what the documentation process typically involves before you file.
Yes. New Orleans’ older homes and humid climate make hidden termite damage a common discovery once walls or flooring are opened up. If we find termite-damaged framing, joists, or sill plates mid-project, we stop, assess the structural extent, and give you clear options — repair, reinforce, or replace — before continuing. We also coordinate treatment recommendations so the underlying infestation is addressed, not just the visible damage, preventing the same issue from resurfacing later.
If your home was built before 1978, it likely falls under the EPA’s Lead-Safe Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) rule, which applies to most pre-1978 homes common throughout New Orleans’ historic neighborhoods. Our crews are RRP-certified and follow lead-safe containment and cleanup practices on any project that disturbs painted surfaces in these homes. If you’re unsure of your home’s build year or previous renovation history, we can check for you and explain what lead-safe procedures will apply to your specific project.
