General Contracting

Single-source management of whole-home renovations, additions and build-outs — from pre-construction budgeting through final inspection, under one licensed Florida contractor.

Overview

One contractor accountable for the whole project

A remodeling project can touch a dozen trades — demolition, framing, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, drywall, cabinetry, stone, tile, paint — and every one of them has to land in the right sequence or the schedule slips and the budget follows it. General contracting is the discipline of owning that sequence under one license and one point of contact.

Brothers Remodelers acts as that single point of accountability. We run pre-construction budgeting, coordinate designers and engineers, file the permits, procure the trades, and keep a dedicated superintendent on site so the project lands on the drawings and on the schedule. You get a line-item proposal before construction begins and priced change orders before anything changes.

At a glance

Typical timeline: 14–22 weeks for a whole-home renovation after permits are approved.
Permits required: Building, electrical, plumbing and mechanical permits, filed by us.
Main cost drivers: Square footage, structural and mechanical scope, permits, finishes, existing conditions.
Warranty: Two-year workmanship warranty plus manufacturer coverage on installed products.

What general contracting includes

Pre-construction budgeting and constructability review
Permit filings coordinated with city and county building departments
Trade procurement, buyout and construction scheduling
Dedicated site superintendent on every project
Priced change orders before any work changes
Punch list, closeout documentation and warranty handover

Our general contracting process

Step 01
Consultation & scope
We walk the property, listen to the goal, and tell you honestly what the project requires, what it costs, and what it does not. You leave the meeting with a clear picture of scope, sequence and feasibility.
Step 02
Estimate & design
A line-item proposal with allowances stated plainly for owner-selected finishes. Where engineering or design is needed, we coordinate with architect and engineer partners so drawings are ready before pricing is locked.
Step 03
Permits & procurement
We file the building, mechanical, electrical and plumbing permits with the city or county, then order long-lead materials — cabinetry, stone, trusses, windows — so they arrive on schedule and do not stall the build.
Step 04
Construction & supervision
A dedicated superintendent runs the site daily. Trades are sequenced, the schedule is live, and weekly photo updates keep you informed. Work areas are isolated in occupied homes with dust barriers and floor protection.
Step 05
Inspections & closeout
Every required inspection is scheduled and passed. The punch list is walked with you, warranty documents are handed over, and the site is cleaned for a move-in-ready handover.

What affects the cost of a general contracting project

Every estimate is built from the same line items. Knowing what drives them helps you compare bids fairly and decide where to invest.

Scope and square footage: The single largest driver. A single-room renovation costs a fraction of a whole-home remodel. Square footage, number of trades involved, and whether the work is structural or cosmetic all set the baseline.
Structural and mechanical work: Moving load-bearing walls, adding footings, rerouting plumbing stacks or upgrading an electrical panel are structural and mechanical costs that dwarf finish work. We price these from engineered drawings before construction begins.
Permit and inspection fees: Permitted work in Florida requires building, electrical, plumbing and mechanical inspections. Fees vary by city and county and are part of the written estimate. We file and schedule every inspection.
Material selections: Owner-selected finishes — cabinetry, stone, tile, fixtures, windows — carry allowances in the proposal. Upgrading an allowance raises that line item only, with no hidden markups buried elsewhere.
Existing conditions: Water damage, outdated wiring, termite repair or floor patching found during demolition are common in older homes. We flag and price any repair before the work continues, never as a surprise change order.
Project duration and phasing: Longer schedules carry more supervision and overhead. When a budget cannot cover the full scope at once, we phase it: structural, mechanical and waterproofing first, cosmetic finishes second, so nothing built has to be reopened.

After a walkthrough and scope conversation, we return a written line-item proposal — usually within five business days. Allowances for owner-selected finishes are stated plainly, and payments follow completed milestones. See how owners fund projects on our financing page.

Permits and inspections

A permitted renovation in Florida requires building, electrical, plumbing and mechanical inspections. If you live inside city limits — Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Sarasota, Bradenton — the permit runs through the city’s building department. In unincorporated areas it goes through the county. Each department sets its own review times and inspection windows, which is why we file early and order long-lead materials during pre-construction.

We schedule every required inspection and keep the records in your closeout package, alongside sign-offs and warranty documents. Read more about our licensing, insurance and site safety standards.

How to choose a general contractor

A general contractor owns your schedule, your budget and your home for months, so the contractor you hire matters more than any single finish. Before signing, confirm the following:

Verify the license. A Florida Certified General Contractor (CGC) number can be confirmed through the state DBPR online license check. Ours is CGC1535875.
Ask for certificates of insurance. General liability and workers' compensation should be sent directly to your HOA, lender or landlord — not handed over as a photocopy.
Require a line-item proposal. Fixed pricing with stated allowances lets you compare bids on equal terms and exposes where money is hidden in a single lump sum.
Confirm who supervises the site. A dedicated superintendent on site — not a project manager juggling ten jobs by phone — is what keeps a project on schedule.
Get the warranty in writing. Workmanship coverage and manufacturer warranties should be documented in a closeout package at handover, not promised verbally.

See completed renovations and build-outs in our project gallery, or read what other owners say on our reviews page.

Why homeowners hire Brothers Remodelers

Licensed & insured

FL CGC Lic. #CGC1535875 · Fully licensed & insured. Certificates issued to your HOA or lender on request.

Line-item pricing

Fixed pricing with allowances stated plainly, so you can compare bids on equal terms.

On-schedule builds

A live schedule and weekly photo updates from a dedicated site superintendent.

Single point of contact

One licensed contractor owns permits, trades, supervision and closeout end to end.

Related services

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Questions we get asked

What does a general contractor do?

A general contractor is the single point of accountability for a construction project. Brothers Remodelers manages pre-construction budgeting, permits, trade procurement, on-site supervision, inspections and closeout — so one licensed contractor owns the schedule, the quality and the budget from start to finish.

How long does a whole-home renovation take?

A typical 1,800–3,000 sq ft whole-home renovation runs 14 to 22 weeks of active construction after permits are approved, depending on the municipality, scope and any HOA or historic review. You receive a written schedule before demolition begins, with long-lead materials ordered during pre-construction.

How much does a general contracting project cost?

Cost depends on square footage, structural and mechanical scope, permit fees, material selections and existing conditions. After a site visit and scope conversation, we return a line-item proposal with allowances stated plainly — usually within five business days — so you can see where the money goes and compare bids on equal terms.

Do you handle permits and inspections?

Yes. We coordinate permit applications, wind-load and energy calculations, and every required building, electrical, plumbing and mechanical inspection with the local building department. The permit board stays current on site and inspection records go into your closeout package.

Can I live in the house during a renovation?

Often yes for partial renovations, since we isolate the work area with temporary partitions, dust barriers and separate access. For whole-home renovations that take the kitchen or primary bath out of service, many families arrange temporary housing for the roughest phase. We help you plan the logistics either way.

How do you handle change orders?

Nothing changes without a written, priced change order signed before the work proceeds. If demolition reveals an existing condition that needs repair, we flag it, price it, and wait for your approval before continuing — never as a surprise after the fact.

Do you work with my architect or designer?

Constantly. We work from your existing drawings, or we can introduce you to architect and engineer partners if you do not have them yet. Design and engineering are coordinated during pre-construction so the estimate reflects what will actually be built.

What warranty do you offer?

Two years on our workmanship, plus the manufacturer warranties on installed products like cabinetry, stone, windows and fixtures. Everything is documented in your closeout package at handover, not promised verbally.

Plan your project

Ready to move forward? The fastest path is a free site walkthrough — we measure, confirm scope and return a written line-item proposal within five business days. Request a free quote or contact our office directly. If you are still weighing how to fund the work, our financing page explains how owners typically phase scope to a budget.

Where we work

We manage general contracting projects across the Tampa Bay and Sarasota region, including Tampa, St. Petersburg, Wesley Chapel, Sarasota and Bradenton. See the full list on our areas we serve page.

Get an Estimate

Request a free, no-obligation line-item proposal for your project within five business days.