Remodel resources
Home Remodeling Guides for Fargo-Moorhead Homeowners
Straight answers on remodeling costs, pricing, contractors and what to expect, written by our local design-build team. No sales pitch, just what we'd tell a friend before they remodel.
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Remodel resources at a glance
- Guides
- 9 free remodeling guides
- Downloads
- Free eBook and magazine
- Written by
- Our local design-build team
- Serving
- Fargo-Moorhead since 1996
Where are you in planning your remodel?
Pick a stage and we'll point you to the guides that help most right now.
Start with what's possible
Figure out if remodeling is the right move before you spend a dime.
Talk It Through With UsWhat really drives the cost of a remodel
Every home is different, so national averages don't help much. These guides explain the factors that move the price for Fargo-Moorhead homes.
Kitchen remodel cost guide
Cabinets, layout changes, counters and appliances: what moves a kitchen budget most.
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Bathroom remodel cost guide
Showers, tile, plumbing moves and size: how bathroom costs come together.
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Basement remodel cost guide
Egress, moisture, layout and finishes: the big factors in a basement finish.
Read the guide →With The Home Authority, Inc., you get one fixed price for your remodel before construction begins. See monthly payment options →
This or that? Compare your options.
The benefits, limits and trade-offs of the choices homeowners ask us about most.
Fixed-price vs. cost-plus remodeling
How each pricing model works, and who carries the risk when things change.
Compare →Remodel vs. home addition
When reworking the space you have beats building out, and when it doesn't.
Compare →New cabinets vs. cabinet refinishing
Keep, refinish, replace or combine: how to decide for your kitchen.
Compare →The big questions, answered honestly
Timing, budgets, choosing a contractor and real life during construction.
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Should you remodel or move?
Compare the costs, the hassle and the home you'd end up with, in this market.
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Remodeling contractor red flags
Warning signs to watch for before you sign anything, from bids to contracts.
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Living through a remodel
Dust, noise, kitchens on hold and kids at home: how to plan for daily life.
Read the guide →
Take the planning home with you
Prepped for Remodel
Our step-by-step guide to planning a remodel: budgets, timelines, questions to ask and how to get your home ready.
The Authority Companies Magazine
Projects, design ideas and stories from our family of companies.
Read the Latest IssueMore ways to plan your remodel
Remodel payment calculator
See a monthly payment at your rate and term.
Try the calculator →Fixed price vs. cost-plus
How remodel pricing works, and why a fixed price protects you.
Read the guide →Recent projects
Real Fargo-Moorhead remodels, before and after.
Browse our work →Interior design with Studio A
How design is included in every remodel.
Meet Studio A →
Written by the people who build it
Our guides come from our own design-build team, the same designers, project managers and craftspeople who remodel Fargo-Moorhead homes every day. Family-owned by Rachael and Jeff Boyer, our family of companies has served this area since 1996.
- Serving the area
- Since 1996
- Pricing
- One fixed price
- Design
- Studio A included
Ideas, trends and how-tos
Remodeling FAQ
Common remodeling questions in Fargo-Moorhead
Have one we didn't answer? Ask it at your free consult.
How much does a remodel cost in Fargo-Moorhead?
It depends on the room, its size, layout changes and the materials you choose. Our kitchen, bathroom and basement cost guides explain what drives the price for local homes. At The Home Authority, Inc., you get one fixed price for your project before construction begins.
What is design-build remodeling?
Design-build means one company handles design, planning, estimating, selections and construction. At The Home Authority, Inc., Studio A interior design is included, and one team is accountable from your first consult to your final walk-through.
What is fixed-price remodeling?
With fixed-price remodeling, your scope, selections and price are set before construction starts, so your price doesn't climb as the work goes on. Cost-plus pricing bills for labor and materials as they happen, plus a fee. Compare the two.
Should I remodel or move?
There's no single answer. It depends on your home's condition, your family's needs, the market and your goals. Our remodel vs. move guide walks through the trade-offs.
How do I know if remodeling is worth it?
Remodeling is usually worth it when you plan to stay, love your neighborhood, and your home has good bones but doesn't fit how you live. A free consult can help you weigh it for your home.
How do I choose a remodeling contractor?
Look for a proven process, clear communication, a detailed written contract, strong reviews, proper licensing and insurance, and experience with projects like yours. Our contractor red flags guide covers what to watch for.
How long does a remodel take?
Timing depends on the size of the project and the selections. With design-build, your schedule is planned before construction begins so you know what to expect.
What's the first step to start a remodel?
Book a free remodel consult. We'll talk through your goals, your space and your budget, and explain how design, your fixed price and construction come together.
Still have questions? Ask the people who'd build it.
A free, no-pressure conversation with our team. You'll leave with:
- Answers to your specific questions
- Ideas for your space and budget
- How our fixed price works
- Your next steps, with no pressure
Ready when you are
Bring photos, a budget range or just your wish list.
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