Kitchen and bathroom remodeling for Ellicott City homes
Ellicott City is the county seat of Howard County, and its housing is varied. Near the historic district on Main Street there are older homes with tight rooms and character worth keeping. Across the rest of the area you find subdivisions built through the second half of the twentieth century and newer construction, each with its own layout quirks and remodeling needs.
That variety is why we start every project with a conversation and a look at the actual space. A galley kitchen in an older home needs a different plan than an open main level in a newer one, and a hall bath that has never been touched needs different work than a primary bath you want to turn into a retreat.
What we remodel in Ellicott City
- Kitchen remodeling: layout changes, custom cabinetry, countertops, backsplash, lighting and flooring.
- Bathroom remodeling: walk-in showers, tubs, vanities, tile and fixtures, from hall baths to primary suites.
- Basement finishing: family rooms, offices, guest suites and gyms in unfinished lower levels.
- Home additions: extra rooms, sunrooms and covered porches.
See what we have built on our kitchen projects and bathroom projects pages, which include jobs completed in Ellicott City.
Visit the showroom on Baltimore National Pike
Choosing materials is easier when you can hold them. Our showroom is at 10030 Baltimore National Pike, Suite D220, Ellicott City, MD 21042, along Baltimore National Pike (US 40). Bring photos of your space and any measurements you have, and we can look at cabinet styles, countertop samples and finishes together. Learn more about the showroom, cabinetry and countertops.
Hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, Saturday 10am to 5pm, closed Sunday. Get directions on Google Maps.
Permits and planning in Howard County
Remodels that move walls, plumbing, electrical or structure usually need permits. In Howard County, permits are handled through the Department of Inspections, Licenses and Permits. We review what your project requires during planning so the scope and schedule in your estimate reflect it.
If your home is inside the Ellicott City historic district, interior remodeling is a different question from exterior changes. Exterior work in the district can require historic preservation review. If that applies to your project, we will tell you early rather than after the design is finished.
Licensed in Maryland. Decor Kitchen & Bath holds Maryland Home Improvement Commission license #162278. You can verify any Maryland home improvement contractor through the MHIC.
Our process, start to finish
- Free consultation. We discuss your goals, budget and timeline and look at the space.
- Design and selections. Layout options, then cabinets, tile, counters and fixtures.
- Written estimate. Detailed scope and price before any work begins.
- Construction. Permits, demolition, build and finishing, with updates along the way.
- Final walkthrough. We review the finished work with you.
Financing may be available through Synchrony Bank. See remodeling financing.
Nearby communities we serve
Beyond Ellicott City we remodel in nearby communities, including Columbia, Clarksville, Glenelg, Glenwood, Sykesville, Marriottsville, Elkridge, Woodstock, Fulton and Catonsville. See the full service area.
Ellicott City remodeling questions
Do I need a permit to remodel a kitchen or bathroom in Ellicott City?
Often, yes, especially when a project changes walls, plumbing, electrical or structure. Howard County issues permits through the Department of Inspections, Licenses and Permits. We confirm what your specific project needs during planning.
My home is in the Ellicott City historic district. Does that change the project?
Interior work is generally a different matter from exterior changes. Exterior work in the historic district can require historic preservation review, so we raise that early if it applies to your home.
Where is your Ellicott City showroom?
We are at 10030 Baltimore National Pike, Suite D220, Ellicott City, MD 21042. The showroom is open Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm and Saturday 10am to 5pm.
Do you serve both Ellicott City ZIP codes, 21042 and 21043?
Yes. We serve homeowners throughout Ellicott City and the surrounding Howard County communities.
How long does a remodel take?
It depends on scope, material lead times and permits. Most projects take about 3 to 5 weeks, depending on the size of the project. We give you a schedule in your written estimate.