Able Remodeling has been building and remodeling homes and businesses since 1978. We stay up-to-date on construction technology and cover many aspects of the remodeling and renovation process:
Able Remodeling takes pride in providing our clients with the best possible experience in the improvement of their personal living space, while striving to maintain the highest level of craftsmanship and customer service.
We offer services starting from design and permit, to project coordination and construction:
A custom built home can provide your family a space that is specifically catered to your needs, while incorporating innovative design features. Some of the latest home building trends include increases in flex space, storage options, indoor/outdoor space utilization and green features.
The Building Process
From the start, we discuss what you would like your dream home or commercial project to be. We want to get to know you and for you to get to know us.
When meeting with Octavio Ortega and his team you will discuss the Home Design. This process is easier than you may expect. The goal is to make this process fun, so that you enjoy the designing experience.
We will work with your plans and designer, or schedule an appointment with one of our experienced Home Designers, Architects and Engineers.
These professionals will listen to your needs, desires, and will design a home based on your lifestyle, personal tastes, and budgetary requirements. One of these designers will develop a set of preliminary drawings, and from those drawings (set of plans) Able Remodeling will estimate the price of your home.
If the estimated price falls within your range, we will then work on final drawings. If the estimated price is out of your range, we will mutually agree on modifications that will hopefully bring it back into your range. We will work on making your dream a reality. It's that easy.
The building site you have chosen is essential when designing your custom home. You will need to take advantage of any views, trees, driveway orientation, slope and drainage that will affect the way your custom sits on the building site. Being able to for see the end result is one of Able Remodeling's strengths.
At this stage you should have your loan application in process if needed. This enables you to get your pre-approval dollar amount for your custom home and site if needed.
We will be happy to give you names of mortgage companies and banks that we have dealt with to help with your financial needs. With home interest rates at an all-time low now is the time to build your dream home.
Now that you have your preliminary plan, building site and your financing has been pre-approved, next in line is final pricing. This is a lot easier to accomplish than you might imagine.
Pricing can be determined now that the specifications and allowances for your home have been based upon your preferences and plans. You are given allowances for items in your home such as flooring, stone, fixtures, appliances, landscaping, etc. These allowances able you to select and get pricing on your selections.
Now you and Able Remodeling have an understanding of what your custom dream home should look like, location of house on building site, what amenities it will have and how much it will cost to build. Should you decide to move forward, we will draw up and sign a construction contract and begin building your dream home before your very own eyes. This is when the real fun begins!
When meeting with Octavio Ortega and his team you will discuss your remodeling project, work with your plans and designer, or with preliminary designs created by Able. From those drawings (set of plans) Able Remodeling will estimate the price of your home.
If the estimated price falls within your range, we will then work on final drawings. If the estimated price is out of your range, we will mutually agree on modifications that will hopefully bring it back into your range. We'll work on making your dream a reality.
We have managed remodeling projects from one-room additions to large, complicated full house remodels. We have worked for out-of-town clients, through e-mail, fax and periodic site meetings. We do it with your budget, lifestyle and home in mind. Our own expectations are high. And, all of us at Able strive to satisfy your needs. We do this by delivering high quality workmanship and personal service.
How you use your home and space is important in planning a remodeling project. Knowing where you work, play and relax helps us create designs that improve the functionality and flow within your home.Our close working relationship with city and county building authorities, planning department, civil engineering and interior designers, allows us to offer you the best possible advice.
Communication is essential. You are a crucial part of the design team. Our top priority is an open line of communication between everyone involved in your project - throughout your project. We have a hands-on style of project management resulting in quality/cost control. We prepare a detailed schedule and adhere to it.
We provide commercial project development to help design and plan your project. We work on all commercial spaces and ensure that you have the proper permits before beginning work. Our team will also coordinate the construction of your remodeling projects, ensuring that everything is completed correctly and up to code. Contact us to learn more about our planning and development services or to discuss your project.
As part of our development services, our team will create detailed CAD drawings for your project. This can help you visualize how your space will look once work is completed and provide exact specifications for the contractors that will handle the job.
When planning your light commercial projects, we must maintain thorough communication throughout the process. This allows our project managers and subcontractors to keep you updated throughout and helps to ensure you'll be delighted with your upgraded office or store.
How you use your home and space is important in planning a remodeling project. Knowing where you work, play and relax helps us create designs that improve the functionality and flow within your home. Our close working relationship with city and county building authorities, planning department, civil engineering and interior designers, allows us to offer you the best possible advice.
Communication is essential. You are a crucial part of the design team. Our top priority is an open line of communication between everyone involved in your project - throughout your project. We have a hands-on style of project management resulting in quality/cost control. We prepare a detailed schedule and adhere to it.
When it comes to protecting your home, we apply the same comprehensive approach and craftmanship to residential remodeling as we do to roofing. Whether you require roof replacement, repairs or maintenance services, our team will ensure your roofing project is met with excellence and quality service. We would be more than happy to meet with you to discuss your needs and expectations, so give us a call to schedule a consultation or request an estimate.
Business owners and homeowners alike can benefit from making their property more accessible to those who have disabilities. Incorporating ADA compliant and universal access design features makes homes and offices safe and comfortable. And for business owners, it isn’t just a good idea—it is often required. To create an inclusive space that looks as good as it functions, we work with your existing space and provide concepts and ideas to make beneficial spaces for everyone who works, lives, or visits with you.
ADA compliant and universal access design features include:
Contact us today to start discussing ideas for your disability remodeling project.
Able Remodeling can take charge of this for you and save you time and energy. We have worked with the cities in and around Tacoma for years and know the process well.
Whether you are modifying a structure, putting up a fence, or building a home, we will be responsible for getting the right permits before the is started.
Getting a permit - depend upon how large or how small the project - can take a single step or multiple steps involving additional review agencies.
In the event that the building department or other governmental agency requires revisions of any work within the scope of your job, or in the event the Able Remodeling uncovers or discovers defects or problems with an existing structure or building site which should be corrected in order to conform to safety requirements, building codes, or accepted construction practices, you will be advise as the Owner of any required changes or modifications in the work.
The inspection of the improvements is the last step of the development process. It is in this stage where the built out process is reviewed to ensure it meets the specifications of the previously approved plans submitted to obtain the required building permits. Inspections are performed based upon the details of the construction requirements contained within the approved plans. If the building complies, this process leads to a certificate of occupancy.
Inspections include structural, concrete, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire, building, health, landscape, drainage, engineering and any special inspections needed to address unusual hazards. A listing of required inspections is available when permits are issued for a project.

Inspections will be performed based upon the approved construction drawings and code requirements. Some inspections are a prerequisite to others, we will be responsible to ensure the proper sequence of inspections occur.
Looking to have your historical home remodeled, keeping that authentic look yet giving you updated and up-to code-standards? We can provide you with the best experience and quality as your general contractor, working with you step-by-step to make sure you are completely satisfied.
Your historic home may feature architectural charm and unique details uncommon in today's mass-produced homes, and yet, it may also be in need of some upgrades to suit your modern lifestyle. Fortunately, with the right design team of architects who understand the delicate balance of merging the old with the new, you can remodel your historic home to fit your contemporary lifestyle, while still maintaining the original historic style and charm of your home.
Whether you live in a Victorian Italianate, a Colonial Revival or an American Bungalow, the style of your home will help dictate the direction of the design. Custom design details and finishing touches are essential elements of a historic home remodel – one that looks and feels as though it belongs with the original home. The Able Remodeling team of designers and architects will carefully consider construction techniques and materials to ensure they are appropriate and effective for your home's architectural style.
There are a large number of contemporary touches that are perfect for modernizing your home. Some of the many include:
Whether you have a sketch of what you want your newly remodeled home to look like or have no clue where to begin your historic home renovation, our design build team can determine what would be best for you and your family.
Beyond unique building methods and looks, historic homes and their owners often have stories to tell, ones that should be respected and understood before contracts are signed and walls are torn down. With Able Remodeling, you will find a design build team committed to respecting those stories for generations to come!
Call us today for a historic home renovation.
Able Remodeling proudly serves the Pierce County, and is family owned and operated for over 35 years. Having worked with most major insurance companies, we provide full service fire damage repair, smoke damage repair and wind and water damage restoration.
Able Remodeling is located in Tacoma, Washington, with service including the greater South Puget Sound area: Ruston, University Place, Gig Harbor.
Phone: (253) 759-5733 | Address: 3915 S 12th Street Tacoma, WA 98405 | Email: ableremodeling@comcast.net
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