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Open-plan kitchen and living remodel by Elbaz Construction in South Florida: handleless cabinetry, walnut wall units, large-format porcelain worktops and a screened terrace beyond the glazingDesign & planningIn-depth guideNovember 4, 2026Design-Build vs. Architect and Contractor in FloridaWhat Florida Statutes Chapter 481 and Chapter 489 actually say about who can design and who can build, when an architect is legally required, and how that shapes a design-build decision for a Florida renovation.Read the article →Bathroom with a wall-mounted grab bar beside the toilet, a white vanity with a stone top and wide clear floor spaceWhole-home & additionsIn-depth guideNovember 2, 2026Aging-in-Place Remodel Planning in South FloridaWhat the ADA and Florida Building Code do and do not require inside a private home, what the NAHB CAPS credential covers, and how to sequence an aging-in-place remodel so it holds up for decades.Read the article →

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Open-plan kitchen and living remodel by Elbaz Construction in South Florida: handleless cabinetry, walnut wall units, large-format porcelain worktops and a screened terrace beyond the glazingDesign & planningIn-depth guideNovember 4, 2026Design-Build vs. Architect and Contractor in FloridaWhat Florida Statutes Chapter 481 and Chapter 489 actually say about who can design and who can build, when an architect is legally required, and how…Read the article →Bathroom with a wall-mounted grab bar beside the toilet, a white vanity with a stone top and wide clear floor spaceWhole-home & additionsIn-depth guideNovember 2, 2026Aging-in-Place Remodel Planning in South FloridaWhat the ADA and Florida Building Code do and do not require inside a private home, what the NAHB CAPS credential covers, and how to sequence…Read the article →Structural inspection of completed floor framing connectionsWhole-home & additionsIn-depth guideOctober 28, 2026Second-Story Additions in South Florida: What to Check FirstWhat an engineer checks on your existing structure before a second-story addition, which Florida Building Code chapters govern it, and when building up beats building out.Read the article →White shaker kitchen with quartz waterfall island and brushed-nickel hardware — view 1Permits & 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 →Rear elevation with the structure set and the slab poured, before deck finishesPermits & 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 →Shower area running level with the bathroom floor beside a freestanding bath, with a linear drainBathroomsIn-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 →Open-plan kitchen with a large marble-topped island, dining table alongside and clear sightlines through to the living areaNew 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 →Open-plan kitchen and living remodel by Elbaz Construction in South Florida: handleless cabinetry, walnut wall units, large-format porcelain worktops and a screened terrace beyond the glazingWhole-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 →Narrow bathroom remodel by Elbaz Construction with textured wave-pattern wall tile, a walk-in shower with bench and niche, a backlit mirror and a floating vanityBathroomsIn-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 →How Much Does a Jacuzzi Bath Remodel CostBathroomsIn-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 →Open-plan kitchen with a large marble-topped island, dining table alongside and clear sightlines through to the living areaWhole-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 →Wide view of the building lot showing the finished structure set back on the graded siteNew 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 →Commercial ContractingDesign & 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 →Outdoor Remodeling Services pergola gazeboWhole-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 →Property RenovationWhole-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 →Three-quarter view of the custom home showing the flat roof, cantilevered upper terrace and floor-to-ceiling window wallNew 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 →Completed kitchen: waterfall island in marble-look porcelain slab with handleless cabinetry beyondKitchensIn-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 →Open-plan kitchen with a large marble-topped island, dining table alongside and clear sightlines through to the living areaKitchensIn-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 →Compact bathroom remodel by Elbaz Construction with a walk-in shower, copper-tone penny mosaic niches and floor, textured feature tile and a dark vanity with a stone topBathroomsIn-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 →Painted stucco elevations on South Florida houses photographed on Elbaz Construction project sites: single and two-storey rendered walls with barrel-tile and flat roofsPermits & 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 →Three-quarter view of the custom home showing the flat roof, cantilevered upper terrace and floor-to-ceiling window wallNew 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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