General Contractor in Sarasota, FL
Build with confidence with Green Home Remodeling, Sarasota's licensed general contractor for new home construction, room additions, ADUs, garage conversions, and structural projects. From permit to final inspection, we manage every phase of your build across Sarasota, Bradenton, Venice, Osprey, and surrounding Gulf Coast communities.
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Sarasota's Licensed General Contractor
Building in Sarasota requires more than construction skills. It requires a licensed general contractor who understands Florida Building Code, Sarasota County permitting processes, local soil and foundation conditions, hurricane wind load requirements, and the style of homes that hold their value in this market. Green Home Remodeling holds Florida General Contractor License CGC1534542 and has built, expanded, and structurally modified residential properties throughout Sarasota County. We manage every trade, every permit, and every inspection from groundbreaking through certificate of occupancy.
Whether you are building a new home from the ground up, adding a room or second story, converting a garage into living space, building a detached accessory dwelling unit, or undertaking a major structural modification, we bring the same organized, transparent, trade-coordinated approach to every project. You always have a dedicated project manager as your single point of contact, and you always know where your project stands.
Our flooring crews work on residential properties throughout Sarasota County. We handle subfloor assessment and prep, material selection guidance, removal and disposal of existing floors, and full installation and finishing. We also match new flooring to existing floors in adjacent rooms for a cohesive look throughout your home.
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General Construction Services We Offer in Sarasota
Green Home Remodeling provides licensed residential construction and structural services for Sarasota County homeowners and property owners. Every project is fully permitted, properly inspected, and managed from start to finish by our in-house team.
New Home Construction
Building a new home in Sarasota requires a licensed general contractor who can manage the full scope from site preparation and foundation through framing, mechanical rough-ins, exterior finishing, and interior build-out. We coordinate with your architect or designer, take over full construction management once plans are permitted, and build to Florida Building Code wind zone requirements throughout. We are experienced with block construction, wood frame, and hybrid systems common throughout Sarasota’s residential market.
Room Additions
A well-planned room addition expands your usable square footage and increases resale value without the disruption and cost of moving. We build additions that integrate cleanly with the existing structure, match the roofline and exterior finish, and meet all Sarasota County setback and zoning requirements. Our addition projects include master suite additions, family room expansions, Florida room additions, and garage additions, all fully permitted and engineered for Sarasota’s wind load requirements.
Accessory Dwelling Units
A well-built ADU adds rental income potential, provides housing for family members, and increases your property value. We design and construct detached and attached ADUs that comply with Sarasota County and City of Sarasota regulations, including setback requirements, square footage limits, utility connections, and owner-occupancy rules where applicable. Our ADU projects range from detached backyard cottages and garage apartments to above-garage living units.
Garage Conversions
Converting an attached or detached garage into conditioned living space is one of the more cost-effective ways to add square footage to a Sarasota home. We handle the full conversion scope: framing the new exterior wall, insulating and conditioning the space, upgrading electrical and HVAC, installing appropriate flooring for a converted slab, and finishing the interior to match the rest of the home. Garage conversions are permitted projects in Sarasota County and we manage that process from application through final inspection.
Structural Modifications and Load-Bearing Wall Removal
Load-bearing wall removal is structural work that requires proper engineering, permitting, and beam sizing. We identify load paths, specify the correct beam and post system for the span, coordinate structural engineering sign-off where required, and complete the work with a result that looks intentional and clean. We also handle structural repairs to existing homes, including foundation issues, damaged framing from water intrusion or wood rot, and roof framing that needs reinforcement.
Second-Story Additions
Adding a second story gives Sarasota homeowners significantly more space without expanding their lot footprint. We assess the existing foundation and first-floor framing for load-bearing capacity before design decisions are finalized, coordinate structural engineering, and manage the Sarasota County permitting process from start to finish. Second-story additions include staircase design and installation, exterior finish to match or complement the existing home, and complete interior build-out of the new floor.
Detached Structures and Outbuildings
We build permitted detached structures for Sarasota homeowners including detached garages, workshops, pool houses, and storage buildings. All detached structures are built to Florida Building Code wind load requirements and subject to the setback and lot coverage rules of your zoning district, which we navigate as part of the permit process. We handle foundation, framing, roofing, exterior finish, electrical rough-in, and any interior finish work in the scope.
Outdoor Living Structures
Outdoor living is central to the Sarasota lifestyle, and a well-built covered structure extends your usable living space through most of the year. We design and build permitted covered patios, pergolas, screen enclosures, summer kitchens, and lanai expansions that are engineered for Florida’s wind zone and integrated cleanly with the existing home structure. All outdoor living projects are fully permitted, built with materials rated for Gulf Coast weather exposure, and finished to the same standard as our interior work.
Permitting and Construction Management
Navigating Sarasota County permitting and inspections is a project in itself. We manage the full permitting process for every scope we take on, including plan coordination, permit application and tracking, inspection scheduling, and final certificate of occupancy or completion. As the licensed general contractor of record, we are the responsible party on every permit we pull, which means you are protected from first application through final sign-off.
Why Sarasota Homeowners Choose Green Home Remodeling
Transparent, Itemized Proposals
Construction projects are large investments, and we believe you should know exactly where every dollar is going before you sign a contract. Every proposal we prepare breaks down labor, materials, subcontractor costs, permit fees, and contingencies line by line. We do not lowball estimates to win a job and make up the difference in change orders once construction is underway.
Full-Service Project Management
We manage every trade on every project, from site work and foundation through framing, mechanical, exterior, and interior finish. Your dedicated project manager coordinates scheduling, handles supplier relationships, manages inspections, and communicates progress to you daily. You do not have to track down subcontractors or wonder what is happening on your jobsite.
Florida Building Code Expertise
Sarasota is in a high-wind zone. Every structure we build is designed and constructed to meet the wind load requirements for this area, which means proper hurricane straps, impact-rated openings where required, and roof systems engineered for the exposure category of your property. We do not cut corners on code compliance, and every project we build closes out with a final inspection and certificate of occupancy or completion.
Proudly Serving Sarasota and Surrounding Communities
Green Home Remodeling is based in Sarasota, Florida, and serves homeowners throughout the greater Sarasota area. Our general construction service area includes Sarasota, Bradenton, Venice, North Port, Osprey, Nokomis, Englewood, and surrounding Sarasota County communities. We know the neighborhoods, the home styles, and the climate demands of this market, and that knowledge shows up in how we approach every exterior and interior project we take on.
General Contractor Services in Sarasota: FAQs
We offer new home construction, room additions, ADUs, garage conversions, structural modifications and load-bearing wall removal, second-story additions, detached structures and outbuildings, outdoor living structures, and permitting and construction management for residential projects throughout Sarasota County.
Yes. Florida law requires a licensed general contractor for construction projects above certain cost and scope thresholds, and Sarasota County enforces this through the permitting process. Working with a licensed contractor like Green Home Remodeling (CGC1534542) also protects you legally, ensures the work is covered by proper insurance, and gives you recourse if problems arise. Unlicensed construction work can create serious issues with homeowner’s insurance, property sales, and title.
We manage the entire permitting process for every project we take on. That includes preparing or coordinating plan documents, submitting the permit application to Sarasota County Building Department or the City of Sarasota depending on your jurisdiction, tracking the plan review, scheduling all required inspections during construction, and obtaining the final certificate of occupancy or completion. Permit timelines in Sarasota County vary by project type and current department workload, and we account for that in your project schedule from the beginning.
A straightforward room addition with no complex structural work typically takes 8 to 14 weeks from permit issuance through final inspection. Larger additions, second-story projects, or ADUs with full mechanical systems can run 16 to 24 weeks depending on scope and permit review timelines. Custom or complex builds may run longer. We provide a detailed project schedule with every proposal so you have a realistic timeline before construction begins.
In most cases, yes, but it depends on your zoning district, lot size, existing lot coverage, and the City of Sarasota or Sarasota County ADU regulations that apply to your specific parcel. We assess your property’s eligibility as part of the estimate process and walk you through what is and is not permitted before any design work begins. Sarasota County and the City of Sarasota have both expanded ADU allowances in recent years, and many properties that were not eligible a few years ago now qualify.
Yes, and this is not optional in Sarasota County. All construction we perform is engineered and built to Florida Building Code wind load requirements for this wind zone. That includes proper hurricane straps and connectors at every framing connection, roof sheathing fastening schedules, impact-rated or otherwise protected openings as required by code, and roof-to-wall connections designed for the specific wind exposure of your property. We do not build to minimum code as an afterthought. These requirements are built into our standard construction process.
Yes. Because Green Home Remodeling also provides kitchen and bathroom remodeling, flooring installation, and painting services, we can take your addition or new construction all the way through a finished, move-in-ready interior without a contractor handoff. The same project manager who oversees your framing and rough-in coordinates your tile, cabinetry, paint, and flooring. That continuity reduces miscommunication and keeps quality consistent from structure to finish.
Yes. We work with homeowner financing partners to help make larger construction projects more accessible. Construction loans and homeowner financing products are available for qualified borrowers. Ask about current options during your free estimate appointment. Subject to credit approval through our lending partners.