Dayton Remodeling Guide

Ohio / Cincinnati · Hamilton County

Remodeling Contractors in Cincinnati, OH

Serviced ZIP codes: 45202, 45205, 45206, 45208, 45209, 45211, 45212, 45213, 45215, 45216, 45219, 45220, 45223, 45224 and more

Cincinnati's top-rated remodelers, ranked by real public ratings and review volume — no pay-to-rank. From Hyde Park colonials to West Side ranches, Cincinnati's housing stock keeps remodelers busy — and prices run 5–10% above Dayton.

Top 10 contractors in Cincinnati

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Remodeling prices in Cincinnati (2026)

Project Cincinnati range (2026)
Kitchen remodel $16,000–$62,000
Bathroom remodel $6,500–$32,000
Basement finishing $22,000–$58,000
Home addition $33,000–$110,000
Shower remodel $3,200–$13,000
Cabinet refacing $4,300–$11,000

Detailed tables: kitchen remodel cost, bathroom remodel cost, basement finishing cost, home addition cost.

Remodeling services in Cincinnati

Permits in Cincinnati

Cincinnati requires permits for structural work, additions, and plumbing/electrical changes through its Department of Buildings & Inspections. Contractors working in the city must be registered; trades (electrical, plumbing, HVAC) need Ohio OCILB state licenses. Historic districts like Over-the-Rhine add design-review steps for exterior work.

Ohio remodeling permit rules, explained →

Areas & ZIP codes we cover in Cincinnati

Hyde Park & Oakley

45208, 45209, 45226

West Side (Price Hill, Westwood)

45205, 45211, 45238, 45248

Northside & Clifton

45219, 45220, 45223

Anderson & Mt. Washington

45230, 45244, 45255

Mason & West Chester corridor

45040, 45069, 45246, 45249

Downtown & OTR

45202, 45206, 45214

ZIP codes: 45202, 45205, 45206, 45208, 45209, 45211, 45212, 45213, 45215, 45216, 45219, 45220, 45223, 45224, 45226, 45227, 45230, 45231, 45236, 45238, 45239, 45242, 45243, 45244, 45246, 45248, 45249, 45255 and more

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Frequently asked questions

How many remodelers operate in the Cincinnati area?

Our directory lists 56 remodeling companies in Cincinnati, 42 of them with verified public ratings and review counts.

Which Cincinnati remodeler has the most reviews?

Alluring Glass currently has the most Google reviews among Cincinnati listings — 483 reviews with a 4.9 rating. Rankings here always come from public data, never payment.

How much should I budget for a remodel in Cincinnati?

Most Cincinnati homeowners spend $16,000–$62,000 on a midrange kitchen and $6,500–$32,000 on a bathroom in 2026. Our cost guides break budgets down by element and project level.

What does a kitchen remodel cost in Cincinnati?

A kitchen remodel in Cincinnati costs $16,000–$62,000 in 2026 depending on scope — cosmetic updates sit at the low end, layout changes at the top. Full tables are in our kitchen remodel cost guide.

Do contractors need a license in Cincinnati?

Ohio has no statewide general-contractor license — remodelers register with Cincinnati's building department and carry insurance. Electrical, plumbing and HVAC trades need OCILB state licenses. Verify both before signing.

When is a remodeling permit required in Cincinnati?

In Cincinnati, permits are required for structural work, room additions, basement finishing and trade work (plumbing, electrical, HVAC). Purely cosmetic projects don't need one. Your contractor should pull permits in their name.

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