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Construction Corps
5.0(
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Serving Lealman, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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Construction Done Differently.\n\nConstruction Corps is a veteran-owned design-build general contractor based in Clearwater, serving Pinellas, Hillsborough, and Pasco counties. We handle home additions, ADUs, whole-home renovations, new home builds, commercial tenant improvements, and storm, water, and mold build backs.\n\nDesign and plans come first, so each project is planned around a realistic budget before construction starts. Our W-2 field crews and vetted trade partners work under one contract, backed by in-house design, engineering, electrical, and plumbing licenses.\n\nFlorida licenses: CGC1530192, Engineering FBPE39242, Electrical EC13013956, Plumbing CFC1432954, Mold Remediation MRSR5676.\n\nSBA-certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business. 2026 GrowFL Florida Companies to Watch honoree.

Custom New Home
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Nikic Construction LLC
5.0(
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Serving Lealman, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

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Credit card accepted

"They are professional, all the expectations were met, no complains, I would recommend the company to any one. Everything has been done in a timely manner. Good quality work."
Kitchen wall
Outdoor cabana
Two kitchen islands
Open floor concept
Glass wine wall

+21

Response time11 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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CER Design Build
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Serving Lealman, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

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Emergency services offered

""I am very pleased with the work of Cer Custom Renovations. The guys did a quality job on Remodeling for my project. All work was completed on time without delays or shortcomings. I will recommend the company to my friends and business colleagues. Thank you for the good work!""
Custom cabinets
Chefs kitchen
Master bath
Theater
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+22

Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Golden temple Builders Inc
4.6(
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Serving Lealman, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

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Warranties offered

"Excellent. Nick and Vince are very friendly and professional and their clients gave them excellent reviews. We have contracted them to build our new custom home and so far it has been great. We will give another review during the process."
3rd story attic turned into gym.
Addition
Staircases
Kitchens
Building new homes

+112

Response time5 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Home Building FAQs, answered by experts

One of the best ways to negotiate with a homebuilder is to forgo price reductions. Instead, negotiate over upgrades and incentives, as many builders are more willing to go down that road than to decrease their own fee. Even if they were willing to take a cut, a reputable homebuilder often knows their worth, so a willingness to negotiate could be a red flag. Beyond that, builders are typically willing to negotiate closing costs instead of offering a discount on the base price.

Whether it’s more affordable to gut a house than build a new one depends on the markets where you'd be buying and selling. However, it’s usually less expensive to renovate a home than to build new construction. 

Most homeowners pay between $100,000 and $200,000 for demolition and remodeling costs, whereas the average cost to build a new home is between $139,000 and $531,300.

Above all, the downside to building a new house is a longer timeline. You need several months to finish the build, depending on the supply chain and labor availability in the meantime. Building a home compared to buying one is also more expensive, both in the building process and when it comes to mortgage rates and property taxes.

Start by researching local contractors with experience in cottage construction. Ask for references, check licensing and insurance, and review completed projects. Compare multiple bids, making sure each includes the same scope of work. A good contractor will communicate clearly, provide a detailed contract, and ensure all work meets code and safety standards.

How long it takes to build a log cabin depends on a variety of factors, including its size and design, and whether or not you have to clear the land. Construction can take a few weeks for a prefab log cabin on an established site, but up to eight or nine months for a custom cabin on undeveloped land. In comparison, the timeline to build a house is typically four to 12 months.

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