Independence Has History — Your Home Deserves a Modern Chapter
From the stately homes around the Square to the neighborhoods along 39th Street, we bring fresh life to Independence interiors while honoring the character that makes this city special.
Renovating Homes Across One of Missouri's Most Storied Cities
Independence is a city with layers. As the county seat of Jackson County and the onetime home of President Harry S. Truman, it carries a historical weight that's visible in its architecture — from the stately Victorian and Colonial Revival homes surrounding the Independence Square and along North Delaware Street (where the Truman Home still stands), to the well-kept Tudor and Craftsman bungalows in the Englewood Arts District and along South Pleasant Street. These neighborhoods represent some of the finest residential architecture in the eastern KC metro, with solid brick construction, original hardwood floors, built-in bookcases, and deep front porches.
But Independence is far more than its historic core. The city sprawls eastward and southward into neighborhoods built across every decade of the 20th century. The areas around Noland Road and along 23rd Street are filled with 1950s and 1960s ranch homes — functional, affordable, and long overdue for kitchen and bathroom updates. Further east near the Little Blue River and along 40 Highway, split-levels and bi-levels from the 1970s and 1980s offer good bones but tired interiors: oak cabinets, single bathrooms, and basements that serve as little more than glorified storage rooms. South Independence near Lake Jacomo and Fleming Park has attracted newer construction, but even these 1990s and 2000s homes are ready for upgrades to builder-grade finishes.
Uprise Remodeling serves Independence from our Lenexa base, and we're experienced with Jackson County's permitting requirements for residential renovation. We handle every permit application and inspection, provide written and itemized proposals, and communicate fluently in both English and Spanish. Whether you're updating a 1920s bungalow near the Square or finishing a basement in a south Independence subdivision, our 41+ five-star reviews reflect a commitment to quality work that Independence homeowners can count on.
Our Independence Remodeling Services
Kitchen Remodels
Independence kitchens span every era — from 1920s galley kitchens in the historic district to dated oak-and-laminate setups in the Noland Road neighborhoods. We design each kitchen around your home's specific architecture, creating a space that's both beautiful and built to handle decades of family meals.
Bathroom Remodels
Many Independence homes — particularly the ranches and bungalows — have just one full bath for the entire family. We add master baths, convert tubs to walk-in showers, and replace worn-out tile and fixtures with materials that look great and last.
Basement Finishes
Independence's rolling terrain means many homes have walk-out or daylight basements with excellent natural light. We finish these lower levels into rec rooms, home theaters, guest bedrooms, or home offices — significantly expanding your usable living space.
Outdoor Projects
With proximity to Lake Jacomo and Fleming Park, Independence homeowners value outdoor living. We build custom decks, screened porches, patios, and outdoor kitchens that extend your entertaining space into the yard.
Remodeling That Respects Your Home's Past and Improves Its Future
We Handle Every Permit
Independence building permits go through the City of Independence and Jackson County. We manage the full process — applications, inspections, final sign-off — so your renovation is code-compliant and stress-free on your end.
Written, Itemized Proposals
No vague estimates. You know exactly what you're paying for before a single nail is driven.
We Understand Older Homes
Independence has one of the most diverse housing stocks in the metro — from pre-war bungalows to 2000s builds. We have hands-on experience adapting our approach to each era's construction methods, so your remodel integrates seamlessly with the home you already love.
Ready to Remodel Your Independence Home?
Free consultation. Written proposal. Every permit handled. Hablamos Español.