Premier Home Remodeling Services in Delaware
Zavala & Sons brings two decades of hands-on building experience to homes across the state. As a family-owned crew, we handle everything from single-room updates to full structural additions. We build things right the first time so your home stays solid, comfortable, and tailored to how you actually live.
Two Generations of Local Craftsmanship
For over 20 years, Zavala & Sons has worked on homes from New Castle down to Sussex County. We are a family business, which means the people you talk to during your estimate are the same people checking in on your job site. Big renovations can be stressful—walls come down, subfloors get replaced, and dust happens. That is why we focus on straightforward communication, clean work areas, and clear timelines. Whether we are framing an addition or setting custom tile, we bring the same careful attention to structural details that keep a house standing strong for decades.
What We Build and Renovate
Kitchens
The kitchen gets more foot traffic than any other room in the house. We rip out tired cabinets, open up tight floor plans, and rebuild the space around how your family cooks and gathers. From installing solid quartz counters and custom cabinetry to rerouting plumbing for an island sink, we take care of every trade under one roof.
Kitchen Remodeling
Bathrooms
A poorly built bathroom shows its age quickly through cracked grout or hidden water leaks. We rebuild bathrooms from the studs up, starting with proper waterproofing systems before laying a single tile. Whether you want a curb-less walk-in shower, a freestanding tub, or updated vanities and fixtures, we make sure the room looks great and holds up against daily moisture.
Bathroom Remodeling
Basements
Unfinished basements often end up as dark storage spaces for old boxes. We turn those lower levels into comfortable living areas, whether you need a home office, extra bedrooms, a workout space, or an entertainment room. Before putting up drywall, we address moisture levels, insulate the concrete walls, and plan proper egress windows to meet local building codes.
Basement Remodeling
Whole-House Renovations
Sometimes fixing one room leads to another. If your layout feels chopped up or your structural finishes haven’t been touched in forty years, a full interior overhaul makes the home feel unified. We tear down load-bearing walls with proper beam installations, update old electrical panels, re-drywall, and carry consistent finishes through every room.
Full Interior Renovation
Composite Decking
Humidity and wet winters take a heavy toll on outdoor wood. Composite decking gives you the look of wood without the annual routine of power washing, sanding, and staining. We build sturdy pressure-treated substructures framed to carry the weight of modern composite boards, railing systems, and built-in lighting.
Composite Decks
Traditional Wood Decks
Nothing matches the feel of real timber underfoot. For homeowners who prefer authentic wood, we frame and build custom decks using pressure-treated pine, cedar, or hardwoods like Ipe. We space deck boards correctly for drainage, treat all cut ends against rot, and anchor footings below the frost line so the structure stays level year after year.
Garages
If your vehicles are parked on the driveway all winter or your workshop tools are overflowing into the kitchen, a custom garage helps get your property organized. We handle everything from pouring the concrete slab and framing the walls to matching your existing siding, roofline, and trim.
Room Additions
Moving isn’t always the answer when your family outgrows its footprint. Adding a main suite, expanding a living area, or building a sunroom lets you keep your neighborhood while gaining necessary living space. We handle structural engineering, foundation work, and roof tie-ins so the new wing looks like it was part of the original blueprint.
Flooring Installation
Good flooring starts below the surface. Before laying hardwood, tile, or luxury vinyl plank, we level the subfloor and repair squeaky floor joists. That extra effort prevents hollow sounds, popping boards, and premature wear in high-traffic hallways and living rooms.
Interior Painting
A good paint job comes down to preparation. We spend time patching holes, sanding rough spots, caulking trim, and priming stains before picking up a topcoat roller. Sharp lines along baseboards, smooth ceilings, and durable low-VOC coatings leave every room feeling clean and refreshed.
Patios & Walkways
Hardscaping defines how you use your yard. We lay paver patios, stone walkways, and practical retaining walls built on compacted gravel bases. Good sub-base preparation prevents pavers from shifting or sinking during winter freeze-thaw cycles.
How We Work Differently
Taking on a major remodel is a big commitment. You want to know who is working inside your house and whether they will finish on time. Here is what you can count on when working with our team:
Two Decades of Field Experience
20 years in residential construction means we have seen every kind of hidden framing issue, outdated wiring setup, and uneven subfloor. We know how to solve problems quickly without compromising safety.
Direct Owner Involvement
As a family-owned contractor, we take personal responsibility for every jobsite. You won’t get passed off to an out-of-state call center or an unfamiliar project manager.
Solid Materials and Honest Work
We don’t cut corners behind painted drywall or under tile pans. We use code-compliant materials and proven installation techniques that last.
Respect for Your Home
Construction is noisy and messy, but we work hard to keep dust contained, protect your floors, and clean up the jobsite at the end of each workday.
From First Call to Final Walkthrough
We keep the remodeling process simple and organized from start to finish. Having a set routine ensures nothing gets overlooked along the way.
On-Site Consultation
We meet at your property to look at the space, listen to your goals, measure walls, and discuss what is structurally possible for your layout.
Design & Detailed Scope
We map out floor plans, review material choices—from tile samples to cabinet hardware—and present a clear written estimate with no hidden surprises.
Active Framing & Construction
Our crew sets up dust barriers, protects surrounding rooms, and gets to work on demolition, structural framing, utility updates, and finish installation.
Final Punch List Review
When the tools are packed up, we walk the space together. If a cabinet door needs adjusting or a paint touch-up is needed, we handle it before signing off.
Recent Projects Across the State
Take a look through our recent gallery of kitchen transformations, custom tile bathrooms, structural additions, and outdoor living builds completed for homeowners throughout the region.
What Your Neighbors Say About Us
Read honest reviews from local homeowners who trusted us to rebuild their kitchens, install new decks, and expand their living spaces.
“Replaced our rotting wood deck with a Trex deck and black railings. They brought board samples to the house, dug the footers below the frost line, and cleaned the yard every evening. Two summers in and we have not touched a stain brush.”
“Whole-house renovation on a 1960s colonial: new kitchen, two baths, flooring throughout, and a beam where a wall used to be. One crew, one schedule, and a phone call every time something unexpected came up behind the plaster.”
“Attached two-car garage addition. The siding and roofline match the house so well the neighbors thought it was original. Permits, inspections, and the electrical were all handled by them.”
Questions Homeowners Ask Us
Do you work in my area?
We handle residential construction projects across all three counties in Delaware: New Castle, Kent, and Sussex. Whether you live in an older suburban neighborhood or a rural property down south, our crew brings tools and materials straight to your driveway.
How long will the job actually take?
Timelines depend on structural changes and lead times for custom materials like cabinetry or windows. A standard bathroom remodel usually takes about two to three weeks. A full kitchen overhaul or a room addition typically runs anywhere from four to eight weeks. We give you an estimated timeframe before demo starts and keep you posted if factory shipping delays affect the schedule.
Who handles the permits?
We do. Major structural work, electrical upgrades, plumbing moves, and additions require municipal permits and inspections. We prepare the paperwork, submit architectural sketches to county offices, and schedule inspector walkthroughs so your project remains fully legal and compliant.
Composite vs. real wood: which makes sense?
It comes down to maintenance preferences and upfront investment. Composite costs more initially, but it resists rot, splintering, and sun fading without requiring annual stains or sealers. Natural wood costs less upfront and offers genuine wood grain, but needs regular power washing, sealing, and board maintenance to hold up against local weather.
How do we live in the house during a major build?
Living through a remodel requires some planning. For kitchen jobs, setting up a temporary station with a microwave, toaster oven, and mini-fridge in an adjacent room makes a huge difference. For multi-room builds, we isolate construction zones with heavy plastic zipper walls and floor protection boards to keep living areas clean.
Can you help us pick out finishes and layouts?
Yes. Choosing tile, vanity styles, wall colors, and counter slabs can get overwhelming. We sit down with you to review material options, suggest practical layouts for small footprints, and make sure every finish works well together aesthetically and functionally.
How do you keep dust from spreading through the house?
We treat your home like a living space, not just a construction site. Our crew seals off doorways with plastic containment curtains, covers existing floors with runner boards, caps off HVAC return vents in the work zone, and cleans daily with HEPA-filtered vacuums.
Why not just tackle this project DIY?
Small cosmetic updates make great weekend DIY projects, but structural modifications, main electrical panel work, and complex tile shower pans carry serious risks if done wrong. Hidden water leaks or structural mistakes can cost thousands to repair down the road. Hiring a licensed contractor gives you skilled execution, proper permits, insurance coverage, and structural warranties.
Talk to Us About Your Project
Ready to get your home renovation moving? Reach out to Zavala & Sons for a straightforward consultation and clear project estimate. Give us a call at (302) 781-2834 or email us directly at zavalaRemodeling445@gmail.com to discuss your ideas.
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