Remodeling, Additions & Custom Homes in Clarkston, MI
Thoughtfully Designed Homes & Remodels Built Around the Way You Want to Live
Remodeling & Custom Home Services in Clarkston
Your home should support the life, whether that means creating a more functional kitchen, adding the space your family needs, updating an older home, or building something completely new.
Swank Builders is a residential design-build contractor serving Clarkston, Independence Township, and communities throughout North Oakland County. For 30 years, we have helped Michigan homeowners turn ideas into thoughtfully designed, professionally built spaces through clear communication, careful planning, and dependable follow-through.
From an extensive home remodel in Clarkston, MI, to a custom home designed around your land and long-term plans, our team manages the entire process from the first conversation through construction.
OUR MOST POPULAR Clarkston PROJECTS
Kitchen
Remodeling
Bathroom
Remodeling
Basement
Finishing
Turn an unfinished or underused basement into valuable living space. We create family rooms, guest suites, home offices, fitness areas, entertainment spaces, and other flexible rooms designed around your needs.
Home Additions
(Our Specialty)
Whole Home
Remodeling
Custom
Homes
Build a home designed around your property, lifestyle, and long-term plans.
We take on a limited number of custom homes each year, allowing us to give every project the attention it deserves.
Take a Look at What We’ve Been Building
Our Process, Built Around You
FAQs About Remodeling & Building in Clarkston
- How much does a home remodel cost in Clarkston, MI?expand_more
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The cost of home remodeling in Clarkston depends on the rooms involved, the home’s existing condition, structural changes, design complexity, and material selections. As general planning ranges, our kitchen remodels typically begin around $60,000, bathrooms around $25,000, finished basements around $50,000, and additions around $100,000.
Large-scale and whole-home remodeling projects may require a substantially greater investment. An initial consultation can help establish whether your goals and anticipated budget are aligned.
- Do I need a permit for a remodel or addition in Independence Township?expand_more
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Many construction projects in Independence Township require permits and inspections. These commonly include additions, renovations, basement finishes, structural work, and new construction. Permits may also be required for window and exterior door replacement, roofing, siding, and certain exterior improvements.
The exact requirements depend on the scope and location of the work. As part of the design-build process, we identify and handle all requirements, project documentation, and construction planning.
- How long does a home remodel take in Clarkston?expand_more
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The timeline depends on the project’s scope, design requirements, permitting, material availability, and existing conditions. A bathroom may take several weeks to construct, while a kitchen, an addition, a whole-home remodel, or a custom home will require a longer planning and construction schedule.
Before work begins, we establish a clear project scope and anticipated schedule so you understand both the preconstruction and construction timelines.
- Does Swank Builders handle both design and construction?expand_more
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Yes. Swank Builders uses a design-build approach, which brings planning, design, budgeting, estimating, and construction together under one coordinated team.
This allows design decisions to be evaluated alongside construction requirements and cost implications rather than treating them as separate parts of the project.
- Can Swank Builders build on land I already own near Clarkston?expand_more
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Yes. Swank Builders can evaluate a property you already own and help determine how your home design may be affected by the lot, zoning, utilities, site access, grading, septic or sewer conditions, and other development requirements.
Early site evaluation is important because these conditions can influence both the design and total project investment.
- Can you build an addition that matches my existing home?expand_more
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Yes. Creating additions that feel original to the home is one of our specialties. We evaluate rooflines, proportions, windows, exterior materials, interior floor transitions, trim, and architectural details when developing the design.
Some existing materials may no longer be available, but our team will identify options that create the most cohesive result possible.
- Do you offer aging-in-place remodeling?expand_more
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Yes. Aging-in-place features can be incorporated into bathrooms, kitchens, additions, primary suites, and whole-home renovations.
Depending on your needs, the design may include wider clearances, reduced thresholds, accessible showers, improved lighting, more convenient storage, first-floor living, and layouts that are easier to navigate over time.
Remodeling Cost Guide for Genesee County, MI
Get a clearer picture of what your project will cost before you commit. This guide helps you plan with confidence and avoid the common surprises that catch homeowners off guard.
- Real cost ranges for kitchens, bathrooms, additions, and more
- A better understanding of how to plan your project from the start
- Insight into what drives pricing and where to invest wisely
Where We Work
We proudly serve Genesee County and parts of Oakland, Lapeer and Livingston counties. Most of our projects are in established neighborhoods and growing suburban areas where quality work and clear communication matter. Over the years, we’ve built strong relationships in these communities and understand what it takes to do the job right.
If you don’t see your area listed, feel free to reach out. There’s a good chance we still cover your location.
Our Service Area
Trusted by Homeowners Across Genesee & North Oakland CountIES
"They care. They don't say it, they show it, they do it. And you can't really put a price on that because it is worth so much. I've owned 4 homes across 3 states in 48 years. I've seen a lot of worse, but never seen better, on any project at any price."
Paul D
"I was in the construction industry for over 40 years as a PM. Your team was prompt with questions asked, showing up on time, and getting project done in the time that was given. Thank you. "
Mark Z.
"Trust is difficult to find but you have delivered that to us and we are grateful. You will be the first we call for future projects!"
Derek B.
"I can't say enough good things about the guys involved in this project! When you choose Swank for your project, you're not 'taking a chance' like other contractors. These guys are professionals — thorough, timely, and confident"
Tom H.
"Swank Builders has restored my confidence in quality, skilled work being done in the construction trades."
Kevin E.
"After decades of working with dozens of builders, Swank is, by far, the best company we have worked with. We would highly recommend."
George K.
"They gave me faith that not all contractors are bad. I will be using them for all future projects."
Heather M.
Start the Conversation About Your Clarkston Project
Start your project with practical advice, straightforward communication, & a dependable team by your side
Tell us what you are considering for your Clarkston or Independence Township home. We'll help you understand whether the project is a good fit, what level of investment may be realistic, and what the next step should be.