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Florida Home Remodeling Contractors — 2026

146 verified remodeling businesses across 48 Florida cities. Contact pros directly — no middlemen, no lead fees.

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Florida remodeling spans cosmetic refreshes to full structural additions — and the licensing, permitting, and hurricane code are stricter than most states. The remodeling contractors below are licensed Certified General Contractors (CGC), Building Contractors (CBC), or Residential Contractors (CRC) through the Florida DBPR, and handle kitchen and bath remodels, additions, lanai conversions, and whole-home renovations. All include permits, design, and a written scope.

Remodeling by City

Naples28Fort Myers13Florida13Miami11Tampa7Cape Coral7Sarasota6Port Charlotte4Tallahassee4Bonita Springs3Largo3Pensacola3Ocala2St. Petersburg2Orlando2Jacksonville2Aventura2Wellington2Vero Beach2Santa Rosa Beach2Estero1Punta Gorda1North Port1Bradenton1

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Top-Rated Remodeling (4.8★+ with 20+ reviews) (27)

Highly Rated Remodeling (4.5★+) (41)

Well-Rated Remodeling (4.0★+) (21)

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Florida-Specific Remodeling Considerations

What makes remodeling different in Florida — salt air, humidity, hurricane code, and the permit + licensing quirks that catch out-of-state transplants off guard.

Florida permit offices are slow

Budget 6-12 weeks for a full permit on a kitchen or bath remodel in busy counties (Pinellas, Broward, Collier). This is before any inspections. A good GC starts the permit pull the day the contract is signed.

Humidity-proof materials = long life

Plywood cabinet boxes and melamine-finish shelves outlast particleboard in Florida kitchens by 5-10 years. Same with MDF trim in bathrooms — it swells on every shower. Stick with PVC, moisture-resistant MDF, or real wood.

Impact windows during a remodel

If you're reopening walls anyway, this is the cheapest time ever to swap to impact windows — insurance credit + eventual ROI pay back inside 10 years. Skip this chance and you'll regret it at the next reroof.

Lead paint + asbestos in pre-1978 FL homes

If the home was built before 1978, expect EPA RRP lead-safe protocols on any remodel that disturbs painted surfaces. Asbestos popcorn ceiling + floor tile is common through the 1980s. A legit FL GC tests before they demo.

Remodeling Brand Comparisons

Not sure which brand to choose? Our side-by-side comparisons cover the top remodeling brands for Florida homeowners.

Bath Fitter vs Re-Bath
Bath Fitter specializes in fast one-day acrylic shell-overs — they install a new molded tub, wall su…
Angi (Angie's List) vs Thumbtack
Angi wins on brand recognition and background-checked pro verification; Thumbtack wins on transparen…
Florida Room (Glass Enclosed) vs Screened Porch
A Florida room (glass-enclosed sunroom) costs $20,000–$60,000 but adds year-round livable space usab…
Concrete Block (CBS) Construction vs Wood Frame Construction
Concrete block (CBS) construction dominates Florida residential building for good reason — it resist…
Quartz Countertops vs Granite Countertops
Quartz has become the dominant Florida kitchen countertop choice and for good reason: nonporous (no …
IKEA SEKTION Kitchen vs Home Depot (Hampton Bay / Martha Stewart)
IKEA SEKTION cabinets have a significant hidden advantage for Florida: their box construction uses a…

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to remodel a kitchen in Florida?▾
Cosmetic refresh (paint, hardware, fixtures): $8,000–$18,000. Mid-range remodel (cabinets, counters, backsplash): $25,000–$55,000. High-end remodel with layout changes: $55,000–$140,000+. Florida pricing is roughly 5-15% lower than NYC/CA but higher than the Midwest. Always get 2-3 itemized bids.
How long does a Florida bathroom remodel take?▾
Mid-range full bath remodel: 3–5 weeks of work + 2–4 weeks for permitting and material lead times. Master bath with structural changes: 6–10 weeks active work. Florida permitting in coastal counties (Miami-Dade, Broward) regularly adds 4–8 weeks vs inland counties.
Do I need a permit to remodel in Florida?▾
Almost always. Plumbing, electrical, structural, HVAC, exterior siding, and any wall removal requires a permit in every Florida county. Cosmetic work (paint, flooring, cabinet swaps without plumbing changes) typically doesn't. Unpermitted work is a deal-killer at home sale and can void insurance.
Are Florida remodeling contractors licensed?▾
Yes. Major remodels require a Certified General Contractor (CGC), Building Contractor (CBC), or Residential Contractor (CRC) license through the DBPR. Verify at myfloridalicense.com. Specialty trades (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, roofing) need their own state licenses. Always confirm liability insurance and workers' comp.
What adds the most resale value in a Florida remodel?▾
Kitchen and master bath updates consistently return 65–80% at resale in Florida. Hurricane impact windows return 100%+ via insurance discounts and buyer demand. Lanai/screen-cage upgrades, paver driveways, and whole-home water filtration also recoup well. Pools rarely return their full cost — but sell faster.