{"id":1773,"date":"2026-02-06T17:13:49","date_gmt":"2026-02-06T17:13:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stroudswoodconstruction.com\/?p=1773"},"modified":"2026-02-06T17:15:30","modified_gmt":"2026-02-06T17:15:30","slug":"what-you-need-to-know-ada-compliant-renovations-builds","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stroudswoodconstruction.com\/index.php\/2026\/02\/06\/what-you-need-to-know-ada-compliant-renovations-builds\/","title":{"rendered":"What you need to know: ADA Compliant Renovations\/Builds"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

What you need to know: ADA Compliant Builds <\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Cost, Features, and What to Expect – ADA Compliant Builds <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When homeowners call us about an ADA renovation, the first question is almost always the same:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWhat\u2019s this realistically going to cost?\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

And honestly, that\u2019s the right place to start.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some projects involve a few smart safety upgrades like grab bars or a ramp. Others require full bathroom rebuilds, widened doorways, or complete layout changes so the home actually functions for long-term mobility but also so that they are able to use the entire home. The scope makes a big difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, building here in Myrtle Beach and Horry County<\/strong> brings its own considerations. Between humidity, coastal materials, inspections, and storm-rated construction, accessibility work isn\u2019t always as simple as what you see in national cost guides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At Stroudswood Construction<\/strong>, we\u2019ve handled everything from small accessibility updates to full-home ADA renovations \u2014 including Tunnel to Towers veteran projects<\/strong> where durability, safety, and independence had to be built in from day one. Below is a realistic breakdown of what we see locally and how to budget properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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Quick Cost Snapshot (Horry County Averages)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Project Type<\/th>Typical Local Cost Range<\/th>What\u2019s Included<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Basic accessibility upgrades<\/td>$800 \u2013 $8,000<\/td>Grab bars, lighting, hardware<\/td><\/tr>
Bathroom accessibility remodel<\/td>$10,000 \u2013 $30,000+<\/td>Curbless shower, plumbing relocation, tile<\/td><\/tr>
Kitchen accessibility remodel<\/td>$12,000 \u2013 $35,000+<\/td>Lowered counters, layout changes, cabinetry<\/td><\/tr>
Multi-room renovation<\/td>$30,000 \u2013 $75,000+<\/td>Bath + kitchen + doors + entries<\/td><\/tr>
Elevator or lift installation<\/td>$15,000 \u2013 $60,000+<\/td>Multi-level access solution<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

National comparison data:
https:\/\/www.angi.com\/articles\/how-much-does-it-cost-make-my-home-handicap-accessible.htm<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most full-home accessibility renovations we complete locally land somewhere between $20,000 and $60,000<\/strong>, depending on finishes and how much structural work is involved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Why ADA Renovations Cost More Than Standard Remodels<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Unlike cosmetic upgrades, accessibility work usually means changing how the home functions<\/strong>, not just how it looks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That often includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n