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CGC1536878 Certified General Contractor CCC1337466 Certified Roofing Contractor 10+ Years experience Florida statewide Bilingual EN · ES
Residential
Jan 10, 2024 · 7 min read

Kitchen renovation trends for 2024

Why open-concept is finally cooling off, and the four hardware details that separate a $40k kitchen from a $90k one.

Commercial
Jan 5, 2024 · 8 min read

Understanding commercial construction timelines

A phase-by-phase breakdown of where commercial projects actually take time — and the three places to invest in compression.

Residential
Dec 28, 2023 · 6 min read

Benefits of adding a second story to your home

How vertical expansion compares to footprint additions in cost, permit complexity and appraisal lift.

Roofing
Dec 20, 2023 · 8 min read

Choosing the right roofing materials for your climate

Asphalt, metal, tile, TPO. A direct comparison of cost, lifespan and hurricane performance for Florida roofs.

Residential
Dec 15, 2023 · 7 min read

Complete bathroom remodel checklist

A planning checklist we share with every bathroom-remodel client on day one. Twelve items, no fluff.

Process
Dec 8, 2023 · 5 min read

Why pulling permits matters (and what it actually costs)

The hidden insurance and resale consequences of un-permitted work — and why we'll lose a job over it.

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