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Permits & codeIn-depth guideSeptember 25, 2026Renovating a Condo in South Florida: Approvals and PermitsWho has to approve a condo remodel in South Florida, which permits still apply, who insures the finishes, and how milestone inspections and reserve studies affect your timing.Read the article →Permits & codeIn-depth guideSeptember 24, 2026The 50% Rule for South Florida Remodels and AdditionsIf your home is in a FEMA flood zone, a remodel or addition costing 50% or more of the building’s value triggers full flood compliance. How the math works in South Florida, and what Florida changed in 2025.Read the article →

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Permits & codeIn-depth guideSeptember 25, 2026Renovating a Condo in South Florida: Approvals and PermitsWho has to approve a condo remodel in South Florida, which permits still apply, who insures the finishes, and how milestone inspections and reserve studies affect…Read the article →Permits & codeIn-depth guideSeptember 24, 2026The 50% Rule for South Florida Remodels and AdditionsIf your home is in a FEMA flood zone, a remodel or addition costing 50% or more of the building’s value triggers full flood compliance. How…Read the article →BathroomsIn-depth guideJune 29, 2025How to Design a Bathroom Remodel in South FloridaThe design decisions that the Florida Building Code, the electrical code and South Florida permitting settle in a bathroom remodel, and the order to make them…Read the article →New constructionIn-depth guideJune 10, 2025Renovation vs. Remodel vs. New ConstructionA renovation, a remodel, an addition or new construction: the Florida Building Code chapter behind each, when a permit is required, and why a flood-zone property…Read the article →Whole-home & additionsIn-depth guideApril 28, 2025What Does It Cost to Remodel a House in South Florida?Why no honest per-square-foot price exists for a whole-house remodel in South Florida, and the scope, code, flood-zone, product, tax and contract rules that actually set…Read the article →BathroomsIn-depth guideApril 15, 2025How Long Does a Bathroom Remodel Take in South Florida?The two clocks behind a bathroom remodel in South Florida: Florida’s 2026 permit review deadlines and the build sequence with its inspection hold points, plus what…Read the article →BathroomsIn-depth guideFebruary 27, 2025How Much Does a Jacuzzi Bath Remodel Cost in 2025?A Jacuzzi bath remodel can transform an ordinary bathroom into a luxurious spa-like retreat. Whether you’re looking for relaxation, hydrotherapy benefits, or an increase in your…Read the article →Whole-home & additionsIn-depth guideDecember 9, 2024Which Home Renovations Add the Most Value in South Florida?Kitchen remodel, bathroom remodel or bathroom addition: resale data from two 2025 surveys, Florida’s property-tax and permit rules, and how to decide which project to do…Read the article →New constructionIn-depth guideSeptember 30, 2024What Does It Cost to Build a House in South Florida?Where the money goes when you build a new house in Miami-Dade, Broward or Palm Beach: the national cost split by stage, then the South Florida…Read the article →Design & planningIn-depth guideAugust 7, 2024Commercial Contracting | What are some key differences and considerations between commercial and residential contracting?Commercial Contracting | Elbaz Construction Corp. specializes in commercial contracting with expert services tailored to meet your needs. Contact us today for reliable commercial contracting solutions…Read the article →Whole-home & additionsIn-depth guideAugust 7, 2024Outdoor Remodeling Services | Enhancing Aesthetic Appeal with Pergolas and GazebosOutdoor Remodeling Services | Elbaz Construction Corp. delivers top-notch outdoor remodeling services enhancing your spaces with style. Contact us today to transform your outdoor living areas…Read the article →Whole-home & additionsIn-depth guideJune 30, 2024Property Renovation | Creating a Safe and Accessible Home for Aging in PlaceProperty Renovation | Elbaz Construction Corp. is a local company specializing in expert property renovation and more. Contact us today for more information about our wide…Read the article →New constructionIn-depth guideMay 23, 2024How Long Does It Take to Build a House in South Florida?The honest answer to how long a new house takes in Miami-Dade, Broward or Palm Beach: the national build-time data, the Florida permit clocks, the inspections…Read the article →KitchensIn-depth guideJanuary 12, 2024How to Plan a Kitchen Remodel in South FloridaThe layout, clearance, appliance, storage and permit decisions in a kitchen remodel in Miami-Dade, Broward or Palm Beach, with the planning numbers designers use and the…Read the article →KitchensIn-depth guideJanuary 10, 2024What Does a Kitchen Remodel Cost in South Florida?Why a kitchen remodel in Miami-Dade, Broward or Palm Beach has no honest price per square foot, and the layout, code, product, permit, tax and contract…Read the article →BathroomsIn-depth guideNovember 22, 2023Is a Bathroom Remodel Worth It in South Florida?Is a bathroom remodel worth it in Miami-Dade, Broward or Palm Beach? Resale data, the Florida property-tax and permit rules that change the math, and a…Read the article →Permits & codeIn-depth guideSeptember 18, 2023Hurricane-Resistant Construction in South FloridaWhat the Florida Building Code requires of a house in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach to resist hurricanes: wind speeds, impact-rated openings, the roof, the load…Read the article →New constructionIn-depth guideAugust 25, 2023Custom Homes vs. Cookie-Cutter Homes: The Real DifferencesCensus Bureau and NAHB data on custom (contractor-built) vs. production (built-for-sale) homes: how much longer a custom build takes, what the published price does and does…Read the article →

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