Remodeling, Paint & Tree Work in University Hills
S&L Good Fellas is an insured, family-owned Irving contractor. We quote remodeling, paint, tree work and fences for University Hills homes, including its 1960s and 1970s houses. Text or call for a free quote.
Remodeling for University Hills Homes
University Hills came first. Its homeowners group was formed in 1963, about ten years before the Las Colinas plan was unveiled. Northgate Homes built the first houses, and most went up in the 1960s and 1970s. The neighborhood association says no two homes are alike.
That age and variety shape University Hills remodeling. Split-levels and one-story ranches each need their own plan for trim, closets, and built-ins. Outside, big trees, rolling yards, and golf course edges call for careful tree and fence work.
S&L Good Fellas is an insured, family-owned contractor based in Irving. Text or call about your project. We chat on the phone, take a look at the job, and send a free quote.
Quick Answers
What University Hills homeowners ask before they ask for a quote.
Do you work in University Hills?
Yes. Irving is our home base, and we take on remodeling, painting, tree, fence, and outdoor jobs in University Hills and across the rest of the city.
How does a quote work?
Text or call us. We chat on the phone, take a look at the job, and send you a free quote.
Do you work inside and outside the house?
Yes. Inside, we do kitchens, baths, tile, trim, and paint. Outside, we trim and remove trees, lay sod, build fences and decks, and put up pergolas and sheds.
Serving University Hills in Irving
University Hills sits in ZIP 75062 in Irving, with homes along Northgate Drive, Rochelle Boulevard, and Hidalgo Street. Many lots border the Las Colinas Country Club golf course. The University of Dallas campus is farther east on Northgate.
ZIP Codes We Serve
- 75062
- Google Rating
- 5.0
- Google Reviews
- 76
Work We Quote in University Hills
Tile · Trim · ClosetsHome Remodeling
Trim, closets, built-ins, and tile planned for custom-designed 1960s and 1970s homes.
Counters · Cabinets · TileKitchen Remodeling
New counters and backsplash for a kitchen that still shows its 1970s roots.
Tile · Showers · VanitiesBathroom Remodeling
Shower tile, vanities, and fixtures for baths that date back decades.
Interior · Exterior · TrimPainting
Inside, any color you like. Outside, a new color needs Las Colinas approval first.
Trimming · Removal · StumpsTree Service
Trimming, removal, and stump grinding for the mature trees on these older lots.
Install · Repair · GatesFencing
Fence installation and repair for rolling lots. Las Colinas calls for cedar on steel posts.
Custom Decks · Built to LastDecks
Custom decks for sloped backyards. Check Las Colinas rules on skirting before you plan one.
Additions · Rehabs · FramingGeneral Contracting
Additions, framing, and whole-home updates for houses built in the 1960s and 1970s.
Sod · Mulch · MakeoversLandscaping
Sod, mulch, and yard cleanup. Las Colinas rules say lot drainage must stay as first designed.
Pergolas · StructuresOutdoor Living
Pergolas and storage sheds for the backyard. Ask Las Colinas about approval before you build.
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What Shapes the Work in University Hills
University Hills lives up to its name. The ground rolls, many backyards slope, and mature trees shade the lots. Many homes border the Las Colinas Country Club course or a greenbelt. Most houses date to the 1960s and 1970s, and the neighborhood association describes them as custom designs, so each remodel needs its own plan. Under it all is the heavy clay found across Irving, which swells when wet and shrinks when dry. And every home here belongs to the Las Colinas Association, so most outside changes need its approval first.
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What We Do in University Hills
Work we quote for older homes, big trees, and sloped lots in University Hills.
Kitchen and bath updates
Homes from the 1960s and 1970s often have kitchens and baths due for an update. We quote counters, backsplash, shower tile, vanities, and fixtures.
Trim and built-ins that fit
In a custom-designed house, trim, closets, and built-ins may not follow standard sizes. Tell us which rooms you want to change when you text or call.
Oak pruning dates to know
Plan routine oak trimming for late July through January, within the Las Colinas window and outside the Forest Service February-through-June caution period.
Fences that follow the slope
On a rolling lot, fence panels can step down with the grade. Las Colinas guidelines call for wood fences here to be cedar on steel posts.
Remodeling Homes From the 1960s and 1970s
University Hills was first laid out as Northgate I, II, and III, and Northgate Homes built the first houses. The oldest date from 1964. Most went up through the 1960s and 1970s, with a few built after 2001. You will find one-story ranches, split-levels, two-story homes, and mid-century modern designs drawn by architects.
The association describes these homes as custom designs, so a remodel here needs its own plan. Text or call and tell us what you want to change. We chat on the phone, take a look at the job, and send a free quote.
Outdoor Rules for Sloped and Golf Course Lots
Every home in University Hills belongs to the Las Colinas Association, and its Architectural Control Committee must approve exterior work before it starts. The association says a review takes one to six weeks. Several of its guidelines matter most on the hilly, tree-lined lots here, so read them before you plan outside work.
- A fence built on top of a retaining wall can be no more than 12 feet tall, wall and fence together.
- A deck that sits 12 inches or more above the ground needs skirting, and plantings can count.
- A golf course lot needs at least two trees of 4-inch caliper in the back yard, on the course side.
- Grade changes that alter drainage on a neighbor's lot are not allowed, and drainage must stay as first designed.
- Plants along the foundation must cover the side of the house that faces the golf course.
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Answers to common questions. Don’t see yours? Text or call and we will walk you through it.
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Send a text or give us a call. We are happy to talk through your project.
Call (469) 340-2030Which association reviews outside work in University Hills?
The Las Colinas Association. Every home here belongs to it, and it holds the deed covenants and reviews exterior work. The University Hills Association of Homeowners is a separate, voluntary group that runs events like the Spring Fling and Deck the Hills at Pea Patch Lake. Its dues are separate, and its own FAQ points owners to Las Colinas for covenants and restrictions.
My University Hills house is from the 1960s or 1970s. What should I check before a remodel?
Start with the ceilings. In homes built before the late 1970s, popcorn texture can contain asbestos, and you cannot tell by looking. The EPA recommends testing by a trained, accredited professional before anyone disturbs it. If a test finds asbestos, removal is a job for an abatement specialist, not us. Once that is clear, we can quote the paint, tile, trim, and other work.
Can you remove a tree from the back yard of my golf course lot?
We do tree removal and stump grinding, but check the rules first. Las Colinas guidelines say a golf course lot needs at least two trees of 4-inch caliper in the back yard, on the course side. If the tree you want gone is one of those, ask the association before it comes down. Any new tree has to come from its approved list.
Can you build a deck on a backyard that slopes?
Yes. We build custom decks, and a slope just means more planning. Las Colinas guidelines call for skirting on any deck 12 inches or more above the ground, and plantings can serve as skirting. They also call for rust-resistant fasteners. Get association approval before the work starts.
Can you repaint my University Hills home a new color?
Yes. Inside, any color is your call. Outside, a change in paint or stain color needs Las Colinas Association approval before work starts, and the association says a review can take one to six weeks. Ask the association what details it needs for your request. If you plan to keep the same color, ask whether you still need to file.
Do you build fences along the golf course or a greenbelt?
Yes, we quote fence installation and repair in University Hills. Las Colinas guidelines say a wood fence must be cedar on steel posts, stained an approved color, and chain link is not allowed. A new fence also needs Las Colinas approval and a City of Irving permit. If your lot slopes, ask how the panels will follow the grade so the bottom edge stays close to the ground.
Let's Talk About Your University Hills Home.
Text or call (469) 340-2030. We chat on the phone, take a look at the job, and send a free quote.
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