General Contractor & Home Remodeling in Lawrenceville, GA
Minter Construction & Remodeling Company
Looking for a general contractor in Lawrenceville who understands why so many homes in this city need work at the same time? The average home here was built around 1995, which means a large share of local houses are now thirty years old or close to it. Kitchens, bathrooms, and roofs built for a different decade start showing their age all around the same window of time.
Minter Construction & Remodeling Company works with homeowners across the area to plan that work correctly, whether the address falls inside city limits or out in unincorporated Gwinnett County, where the permitting process is not always the same.
A City Built in Waves, Now Reaching Its Renovation Years
This city did not grow in one steady line. Neighborhoods like River Colony, built on quarter to half-acre lots in the late 1980s through the mid-1990s, sit alongside newer communities such as Park Haven near Bethesda Park, where buyers want open layouts and low-maintenance living. Chandler Pond, built in the mid-1990s, is full of two-story brick and stucco homes now around twenty-five years old, some already updated with granite counters and stainless appliances, others still carrying their original kitchen. Closer to downtown, near the historic square and Aurora Theatre, older homes sit within walking distance of restaurants and events, while gated communities like the Enclave at Stonehaven and Village at Telfair, built between 2000 and 2016, represent a newer wave entirely.
That mix means two different homeowners can call with two very different problems. One has a thirty-year-old kitchen that has never been touched. The other has a ten-year-old home that just needs a layout adjusted to fit how the family actually lives. Minter Construction & Remodeling Company plans for both, starting with what the house actually needs rather than a standard package.
The other constant across this part of Gwinnett County is the ground itself. It sits on Georgia red clay, and this soil expands when it absorbs water during spring rain and pulls back during the dry stretch of summer and fall. That cycle repeats every year, and after two or three decades it shows up as stair-step cracks in exterior brick, drywall cracks running from door and window corners, and doors that no longer close the way they used to. Homes here from the 1990s are now old enough that this kind of deferred movement is becoming visible, which is why a foundation check belongs in the plan before any renovation adds weight or changes the structure of the home.
Trusted Remodeling and Construction Services in Lawrenceville, GA
Every project here starts with the same question: what does this specific house need, given its age and its neighborhood. From there, the work covers kitchen remodeling, bathroom renovations, roofing, decks, foundation repair, and custom home construction, with a written scope the homeowner signs off on before any work begins.
Kitchen Remodeling
The request usually comes from someone standing in a kitchen from the 1990s, pointing at a wall, and asking whether it can come down. Builders in that decade tended to box the
kitchen
in as its own room, separate from the living space. Taking that wall out, or reworking the layout around it, is the most common starting point. Services include:
- Custom cabinetry and island installation
- Countertop replacement
- Layout changes that connect the kitchen to adjoining living space
- Updated electrical and lighting for modern appliances
- Full kitchen redesigns from demolition through final walkthrough
Bathroom Remodeling
Ask a homeowner in River Colony or Chandler Pond what is wrong with their primary
bathroom, and the answer is usually the same: a single vanity, a tub-shower combo, and a footprint that has not changed since the house was built. This work covers:
- Custom showers and freestanding tubs
- Tile and flooring installation
- Vanity and cabinet replacement
- Plumbing and lighting fixture upgrades
- Full bathroom renovations, including layout changes
Deck Construction and Outdoor Living
Between the tree cover on older lots and the walkable green space around Rhodes Jordan Park, a lot of homeowners here are trying to make better use of a backyard they already have rather than add square footage indoors. Georgia's humidity swings hard between seasons, so lumber choice and fastener selection matter more here than they do in a drier climate. Services include:
- Custom wood and multi-level decks
- Deck replacement and repair
- Outdoor seating and entertaining space built to match the home's exterior
Roofing Installation and Repairs
A roof installed when a River Colony or Chandler Pond home was first built has now sat through three decades of Georgia storm seasons, which is well beyond what most roofing materials are built to handle. Services include:
- Roof replacement and repair
- Storm and wind damage repair
- New roofing for construction and addition projects
A roof is checked for damage not visible from the ground before any repair or replacement work begins.
Foundation Repair
Georgia red clay is one of the more difficult soil types for a home to sit on, and the area's older neighborhoods are reaching the age where that pressure becomes visible. Services include:
- Foundation inspection and structural evaluation
- Crack repair and stabilization
- Drainage correction to reduce future soil movement around the foundation
Custom Home Building and New Construction
For homeowners building on one of the newer lots near communities like Park Haven, or planning a full teardown and rebuild in an established neighborhood nearby, the process runs through design, permitting, construction, and a final walkthrough before move-in.
Why Homeowners Choose Minter Construction
More than twenty-five years of construction experience backs every project, and the company is licensed, insured, and stands behind its work with a written warranty.
Two concerns come up most often before a homeowner hires a contractor here. The first is jurisdiction. Some addresses fall inside official city limits, while many more sit in unincorporated Gwinnett County, and the permitting office that reviews the project depends on which one applies to the property. That distinction gets sorted out before paperwork is filed, not discovered halfway through a project.
The second concern is communication. Renovation work has a reputation for contractors who go quiet once the job starts, leaving homeowners guessing whether anything is happening. Every project receives scheduled updates at each stage, so the homeowner always knows what has been completed and what comes next.
Our Remodeling and Construction Process
Step 1
Consultation & Project Discussion
A walkthrough of the home, a conversation about goals and budget, and a check for anything specific to the property, including its age and any homeowners association requirements.
Step 2
Design & Planning
Layouts, material selections, and a detailed project scope, prepared alongside whatever documentation the correct permitting authority will require.
Step 3
Permitting and Approval
Permits are filed and tracked with the correct office, whether that is the City of Lawrenceville or Gwinnett County, so the homeowner is not the one chasing down approval status.
Step 4
Construction
The crew carries out the approved plan, with updates at each milestone rather than silence until the job is done.
Step 5
Final Walkthrough
A room-by-room review with the homeowner to confirm the finished project matches what was planned.
Serving Lawrenceville and North Georgia
Beyond the city itself, general contracting and remodeling services extend to
Suwanee,
Duluth,
Johns Creek,
Alpharetta,
Roswell, and
Canton. Each of these communities carries its own permitting requirements and neighborhood rules, and that local knowledge carries into every project regardless of which city it is in.
Start Your Home Remodeling Project Today
Ready to bring your dream home to life? Whether it’s a kitchen remodel, bathroom upgrade, new deck, or full home renovation, Minter Construction is here to help.
minterconstruction@att.net
Phone
(706) 252-1267
Office
Johns Creek, GA 30024
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How long does a bathroom remodel take in Lawrenceville, GA?
A standard remodel typically takes two to three weeks. A full remodel with plumbing or layout changes can take four to six weeks or longer.
2. Do I need a permit for a remodeling or deck project here?
In most cases, yes. Whether the permit is filed with the City of Lawrenceville or Gwinnett County depends on the property's exact location, since parts of the area sit inside city limits and parts sit in unincorporated county territory. That distinction is confirmed and handled as part of the project.
3. How does Georgia's clay soil affect foundation repair here?
Gwinnett County sits on red clay soil that expands when wet and contracts when dry. Over decades, that cycle causes cracking and settling, which is why many local homes from the 1990s are now showing foundation issues for the first time. A foundation check happens before any project that adds weight or structural change to a home.
4. Do you work in older subdivisions like River Colony or Chandler Pond?
Yes. Projects in the established 1980s and 1990s neighborhoods here are common, including kitchen layout changes, bathroom updates, and foundation evaluations suited to homes of that age.
5. How much does a home remodel cost?
Home remodel costs in the area vary depending on project size, scope, and finish quality, from smaller updates to full renovations. Exact pricing depends on the specifics of the home, so it is best to get a quote from a local contractor.
6. How long does a kitchen remodel take?
A kitchen remodel usually takes a few weeks to two or three months, depending on whether it involves layout changes, plumbing or electrical work, and material lead times.
