Love It or List It, Dallas Style: The Remodel vs. Move Dilemma Decoded
Is your home no longer working for your life—but you're not sure if you should remodel or call a realtor? Let’s break it down, Texas-style.
The great debate: should you remodel or move?
So, you’ve outgrown your current home—or maybe you’ve just outlived its beige builder-grade charm. That awkward kitchen layout? It's been giving you side-eye since 2016. And now you’re wondering: Should I remodel... or move?
If you’re a Dallas homeowner, this isn’t just a design dilemma—it’s an emotional (and financial) one. With housing prices soaring, interest rates being, well… dramatic, and your favorite neighborhood filling up fast, the choice isn't always black and white.
Let’s walk through the most common questions Dallas homeowners ask—and how to make a decision that feels less stressful and more “worth it.”
Why Choosing the Right Remodeling Company in Dallas Matters
You’re not just picking a contractor. You’re choosing a partner for what may be the largest, most personal investment of your life: your home. And in Dallas—where style meets sprawl—having a remodeler who “gets” your vision is everything.
From modern-farmhouse masterpieces in Frisco to mid-century revivals in Lakewood, the right team will help you avoid costly mistakes, timeline blowups, and that awful moment where you realize your kitchen island is too big to open your fridge.
What Adds the Most Value to a Home Remodel?
If you're remodeling to stay, your happiness is the ROI. But if you're playing the long game, here’s where Dallas homeowners typically see the highest return:
🛁 Primary Bathroom Renovations
Spa-like vibes, smart storage, and walk-in showers with body jets? Yes please.
🍳 Kitchen Overhauls
It’s the heart of the home—and the resale king. Functionality + style = major equity boost.
🧱 Opening Floor Plans
Goodbye awkward walls, hello modern flow. Especially key in older Dallas homes with choppy layouts.
🪟 Energy-Efficient Windows & HVAC
Less glam, more gain. These updates win with buyers and your utility bill.
What About Dallas Real Estate—Is Now Even a Good Time to Move?
The market is still competitive. Inventory is tight, especially in top neighborhoods like Lakewood, Preston Hollow, and the M Streets. Prices are holding. And even if you sell high, you’ll probably buy high too—unless you’re downsizing.
Oh, and did we mention that you might end up remodeling that new house anyway?
Should I Remodel Before Selling?
This depends on what you’re working with. If your home has great bones but outdated finishes, then yes—light renovations can massively increase your sale price.
Focus on:
Paint (always)
Light fixtures
Cabinet hardware
Kitchen/bath refreshes
Curb appeal
But don’t over-renovate. You want to seduce future buyers, not scare them with a hyper-personal style they can't unsee.
How Do I Decide What’s Right for Me?
Here’s a quick decision matrix, Lark-style:
Remodel with Lark: We Do This (So You Don’t Lose Your Mind)
At Lark Interiors, we work with Dallas homeowners just like you—who want more from their homes but don’t want to go through HGTV levels of trauma to get there.
We combine interior design + architecture under one roof. We help you reimagine your current space with smart, beautiful, livable upgrades. And we’ll tell you straight if you should sell instead. (But let’s be real, we’ll still want to help style the new place.)
Final Thoughts: Stay, Go, or Lark It?
Only you can decide whether it’s time to renovate or relocate. But either way, the best thing you can do? Work with people who actually care how you live—and know how to make your home feel like it was designed for just that.
LARK INTERIORS
An interior design and residential architecture firm based in Dallas, Texas and focused on liveable luxury. We believe in comfy sofas, performance fabrics, and coffee tables you can put your feet on.