Custom homes, additions and major remodels in Tampa
Building in Tampa Bay means wind code, flood zones and a permit office with its own pace. Work is done by a licensed Florida building contractor, with a written scope, schedule and price before anything starts.
- Work by a licensed and insured Florida building contractor
- A written proposal before any work starts
- Permitted and inspected, every job
- Hillsborough, Pasco and Pinellas counties
Residential construction in Tampa
New homes, rebuilds, additions and remodels, from the first site visit through the final inspection.
- Custom home buildingNew homes on your lot, designed and built for Florida wind and water.
- Teardown and rebuildReplacing an aging house on a lot you already love.
- Additions and second storiesRoom additions, second stories and garage conversions that match the house.
- Whole-home remodelsDown-to-the-studs renovations that rework layout, systems and finishes.
- Kitchen and bath remodelsFull kitchen and bathroom renovations, including layout and plumbing changes.
- ADUs and guest housesDetached guest houses, garage apartments and in-law suites.
- Hurricane and storm rebuildsStructural repair and full rebuilds after wind, surge and flood damage.
- Elevated homes in flood zonesNew elevated homes and house lifts above base flood elevation.
How it works
- Send the project. Tell us the address, what you want to build and whether you already have plans.
- Walk the site. A builder visits, looks at the lot, the flood zone and the existing structure, and talks through what's realistic.
- Get a written proposal. Scope, allowances, schedule and price in writing. Plans and permits are lined up once you approve it.
- Build and inspect. The work is permitted, inspected at each stage by the county or city, and walked with you at the end.
What building in Tampa Bay involves
Wind, water and a tight supply of buildable lots shape almost every project here.
Wind code
The Florida Building Code puts most of Tampa Bay in a high-wind zone. Impact-rated openings, strapped roof framing and reinforced masonry are standard on new work, not upgrades.
Custom home buildingFlood zones and the 50 percent rule
In a mapped flood zone, improvements that cost half or more of the structure's value trigger full compliance, which usually means elevating. It decides whether you remodel or rebuild.
Elevated homes in flood zonesHelene and Milton
The 2024 storms put surge into coastal neighborhoods and wind damage across the region. Many homeowners are still deciding between repair, rebuild and raise.
Hurricane and storm rebuildsLots, not land
Inside the city, the buildable ground is mostly older homes on good streets. Teardowns and second stories are how South Tampa and Seminole Heights grow.
Teardown and rebuildWhere we work
Tampa and the communities around it in Hillsborough, Pasco and Pinellas counties.
Hillsborough County
Pasco County
Pinellas County
Common questions
Do I need plans before I call?
No. Plenty of projects start with a sketch and a budget. If you already have drawings, bring them; if not, design can be arranged as part of the project.
Who pulls the permit?
The licensed contractor does, under their license. You'll see the permit number and can follow inspections on the city or county portal.
How long does a custom home take in Tampa?
Design and permitting often take as long as construction. Plan on months for drawings and approvals, then the better part of a year to build, depending on size and site.
What areas do you serve?
Tampa and the surrounding communities in Hillsborough, Pasco and Pinellas counties. See the full service area list.
Is the work licensed?
Construction work is performed by a licensed and insured Florida building contractor. You can check any Florida contractor's license on the state's DBPR license search.
Talk to a builder
Send the address and a few lines about the project. You'll get a call to set up a site visit.
Calls answered on business days. The form works any time.