**Call (833) 736-6647 — We Answer Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM**
Most estimate requests get a callback within 4 business hours. If you’re dealing with an active water leak, foundation movement, or structural concern that’s getting worse, mention it when you call — we prioritize site visits for projects where delay causes damage. For non-urgent renovations, we typically schedule on-site estimates within 5–7 business days of your request, depending on weather and our current project load in Genesee County. You can also email info@midcityhomerestoration.com with photos and a brief description of your project — we’ll let you know if it’s something we handle before scheduling a visit.
**Recent Batavia-Area Projects We’ve Estimated and Completed**
A 1940s kitchen remodel on Ross Street in Batavia — removed load-bearing wall, relocated plumbing for new island, refinished original hardwood. Full gut and rebuild with new electrical panel upgrade. $48,000, 28 days. The homeowner had three other estimates that either lowballed the electrical work or didn’t account for the structural beam required.
A farmhouse bathroom renovation on Ellicott Street Road in Elba — replaced rotted subfloor and joists, moved toilet location, installed accessible walk-in shower. Included well water pressure upgrade and new vent stack. $19,500, 12 days. The estimate visit uncovered foundation moisture that needed addressing before tile work could start.
A two-story colonial kitchen and powder room update on Lake Street in Le Roy — kept existing layout, replaced cabinets and countertops, added tile backsplash, updated powder room vanity and flooring. Minimal plumbing changes, no structural work. $31,000, 16 days. Straightforward project with no surprises behind the walls.
**What Batavia Homeowners Say About Our Estimate Process**
“We’re out on Lewiston Road past Corfu, and I honestly didn’t expect anyone to drive out for a bathroom estimate. Mike showed up exactly on time, spent 45 minutes looking at everything, and explained why our floor was sagging before he even talked about tile options. The written estimate made sense and nothing changed when the work started.” — Karen, Corfu
“I called four contractors for our kitchen project on Summit Street. Two never called back, one gave me a number over the phone without seeing the house, and Mid City actually scheduled a visit and showed up. They found knob-and-tube wiring we didn’t know about and built the electrical upgrade into the estimate from the start. No surprises later.” — Tom, Batavia
“Our 1890s farmhouse on Route 98 needed a full bathroom gut. The estimate visit took almost an hour because they were checking the floor joists, the plumbing vents, everything. I appreciated that they didn’t rush it. The price was higher than I hoped but lower than I feared, and they finished in exactly the time they said.” — Jennifer, Elba
**Common Questions About Free Estimates in Genesee County**
**Do I need to be home for the estimate visit?**
Yes — we need you there to walk through your priorities, show us problem areas you’ve noticed, and answer questions about how you use the space. A typical estimate visit takes 45–75 minutes depending on project scope. If you’re buying a property and need a pre-purchase renovation assessment, we can work with your realtor’s access schedule, but we’ll still need at least one conversation with you by phone before writing the final scope.
**What should I have ready when you arrive?**
Any photos of problems you’ve noticed (cracks, leaks, soft spots), a rough sense of your budget range, and a list of what’s not working in the current space. If you have previous inspection reports, old permits, or contractor quotes from other companies, those help us understand what’s already been flagged. You don’t need to have finishes picked out — we’ll discuss material options during the visit and provide allowance ranges in the written estimate.
**How soon can you start after the estimate?**
Our schedule varies by season. In winter (November–March), we can often start kitchen and bathroom projects within 2–3 weeks of estimate approval. Spring and summer (April–October) typically book 4–8 weeks out. If you’re planning a project for a specific date — a family event, a home sale, or before winter — mention that during the estimate visit so we can tell you honestly whether the timeline works. We don’t bump existing clients to squeeze in new work.
**Do you charge a trip fee for estimates outside Batavia?**
No. We cover Batavia, Le Roy, Elba, Corfu, Oakfield, Byron, Bergen, Pavilion, Stafford, and the rest of Genesee County at no charge. If you’re on the border with Wyoming, Livingston, or Orleans County, call us — we’ll let you know if you’re within our service area before scheduling. We’ve done projects as far as Attica and Albion when the scope makes sense.
**What if the estimate is higher than my budget?**
We’ll talk through phasing options, priority trade-offs, and where you can save money without compromising structural or code requirements. A full kitchen remodel might need to become a cabinet reface with new countertops and appliances this year, with plumbing and layout changes deferred. A bathroom gut might focus on the shower and subfloor now, with vanity and flooring updates later. We’re not here to sell you the biggest project — we’re here to help you make the best decision for your home and budget.
**Can I send photos before scheduling an estimate?**
Yes — email info@midcityhomerestoration.com with photos and a description. We’ll review them and let you know if the project is something we handle, if it’s outside our scope (custom cabinetry, commercial work), or if we need a site visit to give you accurate numbers. This saves time for both of us, especially if you’re in a rural area and want to confirm we’re the right fit before scheduling.