General Contractor in Norfolk, VA
Rowhouses, bungalows and waterfront homes each need a different approach. We remodel, repair and replace across Norfolk.
Working in Norfolk’s Older Neighborhoods
Norfolk is a city of distinct neighborhoods, and the housing in each tells you what kind of work it will need. Ghent grew in the early 1900s around a tidal creek, with brick rowhouses and townhouses that share walls and have narrow stairs. Colonial Place and Larchmont have large bungalows and foursquares from the same period, and Ocean View faces the Chesapeake Bay with beach cottages and newer builds.
Naval Station Norfolk, the largest naval station in the world, and Old Dominion University bring a steady turnover of residents, which means plenty of homes get updated for sale or rent. At the same time, the city is low-lying and regularly deals with tidal flooding, so remodeling decisions here include what happens when the street floods.
Rowhouses and older bungalows are often the best candidates for careful remodeling: updating a bathroom without losing the original character, replacing windows while keeping the trim, or reworking a kitchen in a space that cannot grow. That is the kind of detail work 757 Contracting takes on.
Services We Offer in Norfolk
Bathroom Remodeling
Rowhouse bathrooms in Ghent and Freemason are small and tucked between shared walls, so layout and waterproofing matter.
Window Replacement
Original wood windows in older Norfolk homes are a common source of drafts. Replacements can be trimmed to suit the house.
Roof Repair
Flat and low-slope sections on older Norfolk buildings need regular flashing checks, particularly near the bay in Ocean View.
Flooring
On flood-prone streets, waterproof flooring like tile and vinyl plank is a practical choice for ground floors.
Local Considerations for Contracting in Norfolk
- Tidal flooding. Norfolk experiences frequent high-tide flooding. Ground-floor materials and electrical placement should account for water.
- Historic districts. Ghent, Freemason, Colonial Place and other districts have review rules for exterior changes. Check before ordering windows or siding.
- Row and attached homes. Shared walls limit how much structure can change and require careful coordination with neighbors for exterior work.
- Older systems. Wiring, plumbing and plaster in homes from the early 1900s often need updating when walls are opened.
- Permits through the city. The City of Norfolk reviews permits for structural, electrical, plumbing and roofing work. We help you through them.
Service Area Map: Norfolk, VA
Contractor in Norfolk: Common Questions
Do you work in Ghent, Larchmont, Colonial Place and Ocean View?
Yes. Norfolk has many distinct neighborhoods, from the early 20th-century rowhouses of Ghent and Freemason to Larchmont, Colonial Place, Lochhaven and the bayfront community of Ocean View. We take projects across the city.
Do homes in Norfolk’s historic districts need special approval?
Often, yes. Norfolk has several historic and conservation districts where exterior changes such as windows, doors and siding can require review. We check what applies to your address early so the approved plan and the work match.
How does flooding in Norfolk affect a remodel?
Norfolk is one of the East Coast cities most affected by tidal flooding. In a flood-prone area we recommend moisture-tolerant materials on the ground floor, raised electrical outlets where practical and checking the flood zone before large renovations.
How long a drive is Norfolk from your base in Hampton?
Norfolk is across the water from Hampton, a drive over the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel on I-64. We schedule visits with that traffic in mind and tell you when we can come.
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