Attic Finishing
Transform your attic into usable living space with our finishing services.
Price starts at $10,000
BrowseAttic Finishing and Remodel in Seattle by Renova Contractors
An attic remodel should make new space feel like it was always part of the house. We design and build attic finishing and full attic renovation projects across Seattle. First we look at head height, stairs, structure, and how light and ventilation will work. Then we plan the layout so the room is safe, quiet, and easy to heat and cool. We handle permits with Seattle Department of Construction & Inspections, schedule the inspections, and meet the inspector on site. Typical scopes include air sealing, new insulation, floor upgrades, drywall, electrical, and a clean set of finishes. If a dormer, new stair, or load change is involved, our engineer reviews it first. Materials are staged before we start, paths are protected, and daily cleanup is standard. The result is a solid attic conversion that adds living space, not headaches.
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Attic Finishing Services in Seattle by RENOVA
Attic Ladder
Gain easy access to your attic with a professionally installed attic ladder.
Price starts at $1,500
Attic Insulation
Ensure energy efficiency and comfort in your home with proper attic insulation.
Price starts at $3,500
Attic Drywall
Finish your attic walls with durable and attractive drywall.
Price starts at $4,000
Attic Windows and Skylights
Brighten up your attic space and improve ventilation with new windows and skylights.
Price starts at $2,800
Attic Storage Solutions
Maximize your attic space with customized storage solutions.
Price starts at $3,000
Attic Ventilation
Ensure proper airflow and ventilation in your attic for improved comfort and energy efficiency.
Price starts at $2,500
Attic Lighting
Illuminate your attic space with effective and energy-efficient lighting solutions.
Price starts at $1,800
Attic Heating and Cooling
Ensure year-round comfort in your attic with effective heating and cooling solutions.
Price starts at $4,000
Attic Bathroom Addition
Add convenience and value to your home with a professionally installed attic bathroom.
Price starts at $7,000
RENOVA Contractors LLC is a full-scope attic remodeling contractor in Seattle. We finish and convert attics into usable, code-compliant space – bedrooms, offices, bathrooms, or ADUs. Every job starts with structure, layout, and proper access – then we handle the full buildout.
If you need engineering, new stairs, or added headroom, we bring in a licensed architect or structural engineer. We also include free interior design support to help plan the layout, lighting, flooring, and finishes.
What’s Included in an Attic Conversion:
- 🪚 Framing & layout – Knee walls, dormers, closets, insulation channels, and floor reinforcement
- 📏 Ceiling height checks – We ensure 7' clearance across 50%+ of the space (per IRC)
- 🧱 Insulation & venting – R-49+ roof insulation, baffles, and full air sealing per WA Energy Code
- 🪜 Stairs – New staircase framed to meet code – 6'8" headroom minimum, proper rise/run
- 🪟 Egress windows or skylights – Required for bedrooms – installed to meet IRC R310
- 🔧 Plumbing (if needed) – Drain, vent, and supply lines for upstairs bathrooms
- ⚡ Electrical – New lighting, outlets, smoke/CO detectors – all per NEC
- 🌬️ HVAC – Ductwork or ductless mini-split sized for attic load
- 🧱 Drywall, paint, flooring, trim – Full finish work with proper transitions
We handle all permits through the City of Seattle, coordinate every trade, and walk the inspections ourselves. If you're looking for a Seattle attic finishing company, or planning a full attic remodel or ADU conversion, RENOVA Contractors LLC builds it right – one crew, one contract, zero loose ends. ✅📋🧰
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Cost to Finish Attic in Seattle
Attic Finishing
| Service | Cost Range | Average Cost | Labor Cost | Material Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Framing and Insulation | $4,000 - $10,000 | $7,000 | $5,000 | $2,000 |
| Drywall Installation | $2,500 - $6,000 | $4,250 | $3,250 | $1,000 |
| Flooring Installation | $3,000 - $7,000 | $5,000 | $3,500 | $1,500 |
| Painting | $1,200 - $3,000 | $2,100 | $1,500 | $600 |
| Electrical Work | $2,000 - $6,000 | $4,000 | $3,000 | $1,000 |
| Plumbing Work | $2,000 - $8,000 | $5,000 | $3,500 | $1,500 |
| HVAC Installation | $3,000 - $8,000 | $5,500 | $4,000 | $1,500 |
| Finishing (doors, trim, etc.) | $1,200 - $4,000 | $2,600 | $2,000 | $600 |
| Miscellaneous (permits, inspections, etc.) | $1,000 - $2,000 | $1,500 | $1,000 | $500 |
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CRAFTSMAN HOUSE FINISHED ATTIC IN SEATTLE, BALLARD
Attic conversion to livable space – R-38 insulation, air seal + vapor barrier, drywall, LVP flooring, recessed lights, built-ins, mini-split HVAC. Added egress window, updated wiring, and new stair guardrail.
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MAGNOLIA SEATTLE ATTIC CONVERSION 2025
Converted a narrow attic into a bright bedroom + study with R-38 insulation, LED recessed lights, code egress window, custom knee-wall storage, new drywall/paint, carpet, and LVP at the landing.
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attic
Timeline:
6 weeks
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How we work
At RENOVA, we approach attic remodels like real construction projects — not just drywall and paint. Most attics in Seattle weren’t built to be lived in, so we start by checking structure, headroom, and access. If you're planning a bedroom, office, or bonus space, we’ll make it meet code and actually work as part of the house.
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- First thing we check is usable ceiling height. Seattle code needs 7' over at least 50% of the floor. If it doesn't meet that, we look at dormers or vaulted framing.
- If you’ve got a pull-down ladder or sketchy stairs, we replace it with a permanent, code-compliant staircase (36″ wide, 6′8″ headroom).
- Most attics need new floor framing to meet live load (30–40 PSF). We reinforce joists or frame new ones as needed.
- We insulate with spray foam or batt, depending on roof structure — R-49 required in unvented cavities.
- If you’re adding a bedroom, we install egress windows or add dormers to meet emergency exit requirements.
- 🔥 Smoke alarms and fire-rated drywall are installed throughout, tied into the rest of the home.
- Electrical is fully rewired for the space — outlets, lights, and sometimes a dedicated panel if load requires it.
- HVAC is either ducted off the main system or we install a ductless mini-split for heating + cooling.
- We finish with drywall, doors, trim, lighting, flooring, and paint — usually LVP or carpet for comfort.
- 📝 We pull permits. If it’s non-structural, we can often use the STFI permit process to speed things up.
Once we’re done, it feels like part of the house — not like an attic with drywall. Everything’s up to code and ready to use, whether you’re turning it into a guest room, a home office, or just adding livable square footage without touching the foundation.
Products For Succesful Attic Finishing
Finishing an attic in Seattle isn’t just about looks — you need the right materials or it'll fall apart in a few seasons. Most old attic floors aren’t strong enough, so we usually reinforce joists and lay 3/4” tongue-and-groove plywood over them, glued and screwed. You don’t want bounce up there.
🪚 Structural Stuff
- We check the floor for live load first (usually 30–40 psf — IRC R301), and fix it if needed.
- New walls? We frame with 2x4 studs @ 16" O.C., just like anywhere else. Short knee walls get blocked tight so drywall doesn’t flex.
🧯 Fire & Safety
- If it's a bedroom or anyone’s sleeping up there, we put in egress windows or build a dormer — gotta hit 5.7 sq ft clear opening (IRC R310).
- All ceilings and shared walls get Type X 5/8" drywall (IRC R302).
- And yes — smoke + CO detectors, hardwired and linked to the rest of the house (IRC R314 & R315).
🧰 Interior Materials
- For walls: we usually use standard drywall, finished to level 4 or 5.
- Floors: LVP, carpet, or sometimes engineered wood if it's climate-stable.
- Ceiling lights? Mostly recessed LED or flush-mounts if headroom’s tight.
- HVAC usually means a ductless mini-split unless we can tap into existing ducts cleanly.
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Contact Us
- 206-255-2708sales@renova.contractors
- 221 1st ave w, #247, Seattle, WA 98119
- Monday – Sunday 9:00AM – 9:00PM
