Marietta Remodeling & Design-Build
Based right here in Marietta, GreatHouse helps families east of I-75 and across East Cobb turn solid, well-built homes into spaces that work beautifully for the way they live today.
Marietta is a city of great bones. Walk from the historic homes around Marietta Square out into the established neighborhoods of East Cobb and you’ll find solid, well-built houses, many from the era when craftsmanship was a given, sitting on generous, tree-shaded lots. They’re ideal candidates for reconfiguration and modernization, and that’s exactly what we do best. GreatHouse is based right here in Marietta, and we help local families turn dated or disconnected homes into spaces that work beautifully for the way they live today.
We’re a premium residential design-build firm, family-owned and operated, serving Marietta and the greater north Atlanta area since 2003, with our office on Mt. Bethel Drive in the heart of East Cobb. Because our designers, project managers, and trades work under one roof, you get one accountable partner from concept to completion. From luxury kitchens and spa baths to thoughtful additions and full whole-home renovations, every GreatHouse project is built around your family, your home, and your street.
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Why Marietta Homeowners Choose GreatHouse
We’ve spent more than two decades earning the trust of Marietta and East Cobb families. Here’s what makes the GreatHouse experience different:
A true design-build partner
One team handles design and construction, so the vision you approve is the home we deliver, with no finger-pointing between architect and builder.
Hometown expertise
Our office is in Marietta. We know the housing stock (historic homes near the Square, mid-century and traditional homes throughout East Cobb), and we know how to permit and build within Cobb County and the City of Marietta.
Exemplary communication
We over-communicate by design. Your JobTread client portal keeps you informed on progress, schedule, and budget at every step.
Credentials you can trust
Licensed and insured Georgia general contractor (License #RLQA003049), BBB A+ accredited, NARI member, and a proud member of the East Cobb Business Association, with NAHB Certified Master Remodeling and Aging-in-Place specialists on the team.
Marietta Remodeling Services
Full design-build remodeling for every part of your Marietta home.
WHall baths, powder rooms, and luxurious primary suites in Marietta. we deliver beautiful, functional bathrooms with options like frameless glass, natural stone, custom vanities, and spa features. Let’s start your bathroom renovation today!
Need more space without leaving the neighborhood? We design seamless additions, primary suites, expanded kitchens, in-law suites, and reimagined floor plans that complement your home’s existing architecture.
Reimagine your home from top to bottom with new layouts, finishes, and systems that improve flow and livability while honoring the home’s character.
Transform an unfinished or dated basement into a theater, gym, guest suite, or multi-generational living area that adds livable square footage and value.
Enjoy Georgia’s mild seasons with screened porches, decks, and outdoor kitchens built for relaxing and entertaining.
Where We Remodel
Marietta Neighborhoods We Serve
We focus on Marietta east of I-75 and the surrounding East Cobb area, where we know the homes and the streets. From historic in-town blocks to established east-side neighborhoods, we bring tailored design-build solutions throughout, including:
- Historic Marietta Square & the Church-Cherokee Historic District: character-rich older and historic homes near the Square, where sensitive, high-quality renovation preserves charm while updating comfort and systems.
- Kennesaw Avenue Historic District: one of Marietta’s most storied streets and its first locally designated historic district, lined with stately older homes ideal for whole-home renovations that honor the architecture.
- Whitlock Heights: a prestigious, tree-lined neighborhood of stately homes on large lots just west of the Square, perfect for elevated renovations and additions that match its established character.
- Sewell Mill area: sought-after east-side neighborhoods of solid, traditional 1960s–’70s homes in the Walton and Dodgen school district, ready for open-concept updates and modern reconfiguration.
- Cherokee Heights: a 1920s National Register neighborhood just north of the Square, where thoughtful, period-sensitive updates add lasting livability to characterful older homes.
- East-side neighborhoods toward the East Cobb line: traditional homes east of I-75 that are excellent candidates for kitchen, bath, and addition projects.
Located in Marietta east of I-75 or in East Cobb? You’re right in our wheelhouse, GreatHouse is the best choice for your remodel. Don’t see your neighborhood? Contact us and let’s talk about your home.
Our Process
Setting expectations is an important part of making sure you have a GreatExperience, that’s why our team carefully plans every step of your project and stays in communication with you so you always know what we are doing and what’s coming next.
Exploration
- Define scope: your wants and needs
- Align on target timeline and investment level
- Sign Schematic Design Agreement and schedule project kickoff
Preconstruction
- Phase 1: Schematic Design (3-5 weeks)
- Hold kickoff meeting at your house
- Present proposed design: floorplan and 3D renderings
- Share preliminary estimate
- Phase 2: Design Development (8-12 weeks)
- Specify finishes and selection items
- Build construction-ready blueprints
- Host trade walk to finalize contract price
Project Prep
- Pull permits
- Schedule team and trades
- Prepare for demo
Construction
- Start the big transformation – we handle it all!
- Daily updates from our team
- Ongoing feedback collection
Project Wrap Up
- Complete punch list
- Professional move-in cleaning
- Provide completed project records and warranty info
Marietta Remodeling FAQs
How much does a home remodel cost in Marietta?
A Marietta remodel typically starts at about $100,000 for one room, runs to $250,000+ for single-floor work, and tops $600,000+ for a full whole-home renovation, all depending on scope, square footage, and material choices. You'll find a detailed breakdown in our East Cobb & Marietta cost guide.
Do you handle permits with the City of Marietta and Cobb County?
Yes. All major remodels require proper permitting, and GreatHouse manages the entire process to keep your project up to code and on schedule.
How long does a Marietta remodel take?
Expect roughly seven months to a year for the full process. That's 1–2 weeks of exploration, 2–4 months of preconstruction, 3–6 weeks of permitting and prep, 2–6 months of construction, and 2–4 weeks of wrap-up. Single rooms finish faster; whole-home projects and additions take longer. We map out a detailed schedule during pre-construction.
Do you work in Indian Hills and Atlanta Country Club?
Yes, these established East Cobb communities are full of homes ideal for renovation, and we'd welcome the opportunity to work in them. Reach out to discuss your project.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes, licensed and insured Georgia general contractor (License #RLQA003049), BBB A+ accredited, and NARI member.
Start Your Marietta Remodel
When you’re ready to plan your kitchen, bathroom, addition, or whole-home transformation, we’d love to start the conversation.