Licensed Florida GC · CGC1541479
Whole-Home Renovation
Gut and major renovations of older South Florida homes — layouts opened up, electrical, plumbing and HVAC replaced, openings hardened and finishes renewed throughout.
Many South Florida homes were built before today's wind and electrical codes. A whole-home renovation is the chance to fix what you can't see — wiring, cast-iron drains, roof attachment — along with what you can. Because we also do demolition, we can tell you honestly when renovating makes sense and when a teardown and rebuild is the better value.
What's included
Interior gut & rebuild
Selective demolition down to the structure, then new walls, ceilings and finishes.
Systems replacement
Rewiring, panel upgrades, re-piping, drain replacement and new HVAC by licensed trades.
Layout changes
Open-concept living areas and reconfigured bedrooms, engineered where walls carry load.
Storm hardening
Impact windows and doors, roof-to-wall connections and garage door upgrades.
Kitchens & baths
Full kitchen and bathroom remodels as part of the larger renovation.
Exterior refresh
Stucco repair, paint, soffits, fascia and driveway or entry improvements.
How the project runs
- 01
Assessment
We inspect the structure and systems and tell you what must be fixed versus what is optional.
- 02
Plan & price
A phased scope with costs, plus a straight answer on renovate versus rebuild.
- 03
Permit & demolition
Permits pulled, then selective demolition and hauling handled in-house.
- 04
Rebuild & final
Rough trades, inspections, finishes, final inspection and permit closeout.
Renovating an older Florida home
- Hidden conditions
- Old wiring, termite damage or failing drains often appear once walls open. We carry allowances and price changes in writing.
- Substantial improvement
- In flood zones, large renovations relative to the home's value can trigger elevation or flood-proofing requirements.
- Asbestos in older materials
- Older flooring, ceilings and drywall compound may contain asbestos; testing comes before demolition.
FAQ
Whole-Home Renovation: common questions
Should I renovate or tear down and rebuild?
It depends on the structure's condition, your flood zone and how much of the house you'd replace anyway. Because we do both demolition and construction, we can price both paths and show you the comparison.
Can we live in the house during the renovation?
For partial renovations, often yes with phasing. For a full gut with systems replaced, most owners move out for the duration.
How do you handle surprises behind the walls?
We set allowances for likely unknowns up front. Anything beyond them is documented with photos and a written change order before work continues.
Related services
Kitchen & Bathroom Remodeling
Kitchens and baths rebuilt properly, from layout changes to waterproofing and finishes.
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Hurricane-rated windows, sliders, entry and garage doors, permitted and installed to code.
Learn moreHome Additions
More room without moving: bedroom, primary suite, second story or garage additions.
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Free estimate
Tell us what you want to build
Send a few details and a licensed contractor will call you back, usually within one business day. We'll talk through scope, permits and a realistic budget range — no pressure and no obligation.
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- Miami-Dade, Broward & Palm Beach
- Florida Certified General Contractor CGC1541479