1 · Walkthrough & scope
We meet on-site, confirm what must stay open, and define the real renovation scope before anyone quotes a number.
Commercial renovation in Austin
Austin commercial renovation contractor
Renovating a commercial or office space takes practical scope control, clear communication, and a plan for getting the space ready for customers, staff, inspectors, and ownership. Bailey & Bear Construction helps Austin businesses think through finish work, repairs, office renovation needs, and remodel paths without turning every request into a full buildout.
★ 5.0 · 56 Google reviews · 10+ years in Austin (since 2015) · Insured · licensed trade subcontractors · One accountable contractor, first call to final walkthrough
A documented method
How we run your commercial renovation
One accountable team owns the whole sequence — approvals, trades, and inspections — so nothing stalls between hands, and you always know what happens next.
2 · Line-item estimate
You get a written, line-item estimate you can plan around — not a phone guess.
3 · Permits & approvals
We handle permitting and inspection coordination and keep it documented throughout.
4 · Sequenced trades (demo/MEP/finishes/inspections)
Demo, MEP, finishes, and inspections are sequenced so the job moves without gaps or surprise downtime.
5 · Documented punch handoff
Final punch and a walkthrough before we call it done — so you reopen without a to-do list.
2026 Austin price guide
How much does a commercial renovation cost in Austin?
Commercial renovations in Austin are usually priced per square foot. A cosmetic refresh can start around $30–$75/sq ft, a standard renovation runs $75–$150/sq ft, and a full gut with new mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) or high-end finishes runs $150–$250+/sq ft. The biggest variables are MEP scope, City of Austin permitting and code/ADA upgrades, and the condition of the existing space. These are honest planning ranges — not a quote. Every space is priced after a walkthrough.
Cosmetic refresh
$30–$75/sq ft
Paint, flooring, lighting, ceiling tiles, and finish updates with minimal changes to walls or MEP. Best when the layout and systems already work and you want the space to look current.
Standard renovation
$75–$150/sq ft
Reconfigured layout, new walls and finishes, some MEP changes, updated restrooms, and ADA/code upgrades. The most common Austin office, retail, and hospitality renovation.
Full gut / high-end buildout
$150–$250+/sq ft
Down-to-shell renovation with new MEP, structural work, premium finishes, and complex permitting. Common for restaurants, medical, and flagship spaces.
Where the money goes
Typical share of a mid-range Austin commercial renovation budget. MEP and finishes move the number most.
| Line item | Share of budget |
|---|---|
| Mechanical, electrical & plumbing (MEP) | 25–35% |
| Finishes (flooring, paint, ceilings) | 15–25% |
| Framing, drywall & carpentry | 10–15% |
| General contractor / project management | 10–15% |
| Permits, design & code/ADA upgrades | 8–15% |
| Demolition & site prep | 3–8% |
What moves your number most
MEP scope is the biggest driver — adding or moving HVAC, electrical, and plumbing brings engineering, permits, and inspections. Keeping existing systems and layout is the clearest way to control cost.
Permitting, code & ADA
City of Austin commercial permitting takes longer than residential, and older spaces often trigger ADA, fire, and accessibility upgrades once you pull a permit. We scope these up front so they aren't surprises.
Staying open during work
If your business needs to keep operating, after-hours and phased work protect revenue but add to labor cost. We plan the sequence around your hours.
Commercial renovation timeline in Austin
Design & scope
3–6 weeks to define layout, finishes, and MEP needs before pricing.
Permitting
4–12 weeks through the City of Austin for commercial permits and any code/ADA review.
Construction
6–16 weeks on site depending on size and MEP scope.
Get a real number for your space
Ranges are a starting point — your renovation gets a firm quote after a walkthrough. Send square footage, use type, and goals and Bailey & Bear will scope it with you. 5.0 from 56 Google reviews.
Commercial renovation FAQ
What is a commercial renovation?
A commercial renovation updates or reconfigures an existing business space. It can include layout changes, finishes, lighting, restrooms, and system upgrades. Bailey & Bear manages the project from plan to closeout.
How much does a commercial renovation cost in Austin?
Commercial renovations in Austin are typically priced per square foot: roughly $30 to $75 per square foot for a cosmetic refresh, $75 to $150 for a standard renovation, and $150 to $250 or more for a full gut with new mechanical, electrical, and plumbing or high-end finishes. MEP scope, City of Austin permitting and code/ADA upgrades, and the condition of the existing space set where you land. Bailey & Bear gives a firm quote after a walkthrough.
Can you renovate while we stay open?
In many cases, yes. Bailey & Bear can phase work or schedule around your hours to limit disruption. We plan the approach with you up front.
Do you handle permitting and inspections?
Yes. Bailey & Bear supports permitting and coordinates inspections as part of a commercial renovation. Call 512-689-8346 to plan your project.
Does Bailey & Bear handle high-end or large commercial renovations in Austin?
Yes. Bailey & Bear manages large-scope Austin commercial renovations that require trade coordination, permits, sequencing, and steady communication, so the space is finished and ready to open on schedule.
What matters most on a large commercial renovation?
Scope clarity, sequencing, trade coordination, and communication. Larger commercial projects move best when the contractor manages complexity without losing visibility on quality, timing, and cost.
Do you handle commercial rebuilds after water or fire damage?
Yes. Beyond planned renovations, Bailey & Bear rebuilds Austin commercial spaces after water, fire, or storm loss — drywall, flooring, finishes, and structural repair, coordinated with your insurance scope and any required code upgrades.
Our work
Review the Bailey & Bear project gallery for real Austin construction work, scopes, and project imagery.
Planning a finish-out?
Who this helps
Austin businesses, office tenants, landlords, and property teams with an existing commercial space that needs finish work, repairs, layout updates, or a practical remodel plan.
Useful request details
Send photos, the business use, office or customer-area priorities, schedule constraints, building access notes, landlord requirements, and any closeout or inspection concerns.
Recent work
Our project pages give public visual context for renovation scope, finish details, jobsite coordination, and Bailey & Bear project quality.
Office renovation Austin
Commercial renovation support for offices, retail spaces, and business interiors
A good Austin office renovation does not just look better. It has to respect business hours, building access, landlord rules, staff workflow, customer-facing areas, and the handoff date. Bailey & Bear can help scope what is cosmetic, what needs trade coordination, and what should be routed into a larger tenant improvement plan.
When renovation is enough
Use this lane for finish refreshes, repaired walls, updated flooring, paint, fixtures, customer-area improvements, office layout cleanup, and punch-list work inside an existing business space.
When to plan a tenant improvement
If the scope changes occupancy, walls, systems, restrooms, permitting, or a full turnover package, start with premium tenant improvement Austin planning instead of a small renovation request. After a water, fire, or storm loss, we also handle commercial insurance restoration and rebuild scope. For a shell or new-space finish-out, see commercial buildout in Austin.
What to send first
Photos, address or neighborhood, approximate square footage, current use, desired opening date, landlord notes, after-hours requirements, and whether the business must stay open during work.
Trusted by Austin businesses
Rated 5.0 across 56 Google reviews. Bailey & Bear coordinates trades, permits, and punch work as one contractor so you open on schedule.
What clients say
“Professional team, solid workmanship, and everything completed on time.” — Zain S.
Related commercial work
See our commercial buildout, restaurant buildout, and tenant improvement pages.
Talk through the renovation scope
Send the space, timeline, office or customer-area priorities, and renovation notes so Bailey & Bear can understand what needs to happen next.