Valvoline Instant Oil Change in Beaumont, TX

Valvoline Instant Oil Change is undertaking a renovation at 5340 Eastex Freeway in Beaumont, Texas. The project involves the interior renovation of the restroom and office layout, along with updates to electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and structural systems. The facility covers 3,011 sq ft, and the estimated cost for these alterations is $130,000.

The scope includes minor site work to improve accessibility, specifically the relocation of the HVAC unit from the side to the rear of the building and the installation of an ADA parking space with an accessible route. These changes are part of a broader effort to modernize the space while ensuring compliance with accessibility standards.

Project Scope and Specifications

The work is classified as a renovation/alteration by Kemp Corkran LLC, the owner of record. CESO, Inc. is the design firm responsible for the project plans. Richard Todd Lozano is the registered accessibility specialist overseeing the TABS requirements. The project was registered with TDLR in September 2026.

Construction was scheduled to begin in October 2026, with completion targeted for November 2026. This creates a scheduled build window of 21 days. The project is privately funded and located on private land for private use. The estimated cost per square foot is $43, which is below the county median of $88 for similar renovation filings in Jefferson County.

Jefferson County has seen 168 registered renovation projects in the last 24 months. The median estimated cost for these projects is $250,000, with a median size of 3,972 sq ft. This Valvoline project is smaller and less costly than the median, reflecting a focused scope of work rather than a full-scale reconstruction. The short build window suggests a streamlined process for the proposed interior and site modifications.

CESO, Inc. has been involved in six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $7,534,000, including locations in Fort Worth, Texarkana, and Dallas. This Valvoline project fits within the firm’s portfolio of commercial renovations. The area profile for ZIP code 77708 indicates a population of about 12,398, with a median household income of $59,865. The housing stock is mostly owner-occupied, with a median home value of $167,100.

The project status is registered with TDLR, and plan review is pending. The specific dates provided indicate a quick turnaround from registration to scheduled completion. No further details on the business operations or opening dates are available in the filing. The focus remains on the physical alterations and accessibility improvements described in the scope of work.