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General Construction · Lehigh Acres, FL

Remodel, addition, rebuild — one license.

Florida general contractor work in 2026 is regulated tightly — hurricane code revisions, energy code updates, and HOA architectural review boards all need handling. We carry the licenses, write the permits, manage the inspections, and keep the homeowner informed daily.

Why Lehigh Acres Is Different

Lehigh Acres's conditions shape how we work here.

Lehigh Acres general contracting work is dominated by post-Ian hurricane rebuilds, lanai expansions, and kitchen-bath remodels. Lee County permitting applies; HOA requirements vary by neighborhood.

Our Lehigh Acres crew works across the full city — from Veterans Park, Lehigh Senior High, Mirror Lakes Golf Club — and we're familiar with how general construction scope changes between Lehigh North and Lehigh South.

Lehigh Acres disaster history: Hurricane Ian (2022), Hurricane Irma (2017), repeated freshwater flooding. Post-storm rebuild work in this city often requires code upgrades to current hurricane standards.

The Lehigh Acres Reality

Rental conversions, ADU additions, and the 50% rule drive Lehigh Acres general construction.

Lehigh Acres' large stock of investor-owned single-family homes and oversize quarter-acre platted lots makes it one of the most active markets in Lee County for two specific GC scopes: full-home rental renovations between tenant turnovers, and detached or attached ADU additions on lots that legally support them. Lee County permitting and the FEMA 50% substantial improvement rule both apply, and getting either one wrong on a Lehigh Acres project is a six-figure mistake.

Rental renovation scope on a 1990s Lehigh CBS

A typical 1,500 sq ft 1995-built Lehigh Acres rental coming up for renovation between tenants has predictable hidden scope. Original Type M soft copper supply lines that are now pinhole-leaking. Aluminum branch wiring on some 1980s builds that fails current code without AlumiConn pigtails or pulled-and-replaced. CPVC supply that's turned brittle. Original AC air handler at 25+ years that won't pass the next sale's inspection. We model all of it before the design freezes and price the actual scope, not the optimistic one. That's the difference between a renovation that hits $48,000 and one that lands at $74,000 mid-project with no exit.

ADU additions on Lehigh Acres quarter-acre lots

Lehigh's original platted lots are typically 0.25-0.30 acres - large enough to support a detached 600-900 sq ft ADU or an attached in-law suite in many zoning districts. Lee County's setback rules, septic capacity (much of Lehigh Acres is still on septic, not sewer), and lot coverage limits all govern what's actually buildable. We pull the parcel's zoning, run a feasibility check against current Lee County code, and if a septic upgrade is needed (it often is when adding bedrooms), we coordinate the Florida Department of Health septic permit alongside the building permit. Sewer-extension areas of Lehigh have a different scope entirely.

The 50% rule on post-Ian Lehigh rebuilds

FEMA's substantial improvement rule (the 50% rule) applies to any remodel or rebuild whose cost exceeds 50% of the structure's market value, in a Special Flood Hazard Area. Most of Lehigh Acres is Flood Zone X and isn't subject to the rule - but pockets along the Able Canal corridor and parts of east 33972 are in Zone AE. A homeowner there doing a major post-Ian rebuild has to either stay under 50% (which we model with current Lee County property appraiser values) or elevate the structure to current Base Flood Elevation, which changes the project to a tear-down-and-elevate. We do that calculation before design, not after engineering is paid for.

Lehigh Acres permitting on the front end runs through Lee County DCD (Department of Community Development), with parallel reviews from the Florida Department of Health for septic and Lehigh Acres Municipal Services Improvement District for some utility work. We submit complete packages on the first try because resubmittal cycles in Lee County add 3-5 weeks each. One license, one permit pull, one project manager from demo through final inspection. That's how a Lehigh Acres GC project ends on the schedule the owner was quoted.

What's Included

Our general construction process in Lehigh Acres

STEP 1

Design & Permitting

Scope walkthrough, design review, permit application, HOA submission if needed. Clear timeline + budget before demo starts.

STEP 2

Build

In-house project manager on every job. Daily progress updates. Inspections scheduled and met. Subs we vouch for, not random GC's pickups.

STEP 3

Final Walkthrough & Warranty

Punch-list walkthrough with you. All inspections passed. Written workmanship warranty on every finished job.

Our Work

Recent general construction projects.

Pro GC carpenter framing a wall during interior reconstruction
Drywall installation in progress during post-loss reconstruction
New cabinet and trim installation in a remodeled kitchen
General Construction in Lehigh Acres — Common Questions

What Lehigh Acres homeowners are searching for.

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For Lehigh Acres homeowners, the answer depends on the specific scope — call us at (239) 920-7972 for a same-day estimate. Our Lehigh Acres general construction crew handles this routinely; we can give you a clear quote after a 15-minute walkthrough.

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For Lehigh Acres homeowners, the answer depends on the specific scope — call us at (239) 920-7972 for a same-day estimate. Our Lehigh Acres general construction crew handles this routinely; we can give you a clear quote after a 15-minute walkthrough.

Neighborhoods We Serve

Working across all of Lehigh Acres

Our Lehigh Acres general construction crew dispatches across the full city — from Lehigh North, Lehigh South, Country Club, Eastwood, Mirror Lakes, Pinewood, Buckingham (border), covering ZIP codes 33971, 33972, 33973, 33974, 33976. Permit and HOA review requirements vary widely across Lehigh Acres's neighborhoods — we navigate both.

Lehigh Acres insurance carriers we work with: Citizens, mixed carrier base; flood insurance important for lower-elevation sections. We bill direct on most claims and document to adjuster standards from the first call.

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FAQ · General Construction in Lehigh Acres

Common questions, straight answers.

What's the 50% rule and does it affect renovations in Lehigh Acres?

FEMA's 50% rule, enforced through Lee County floodplain ordinances, requires that if cumulative substantial improvements to a structure in a Special Flood Hazard Area exceed 50% of pre-improvement market value, the entire structure must be brought up to current flood standards including base flood elevation. Most of Lehigh Acres is in zone X (low risk), so the 50% rule rarely triggers here, unlike coastal Lee County. The exceptions are pockets near canals and lower-elevation areas south of Lee Boulevard mapped as AE. Before a substantial renovation, we pull the flood zone determination so you know whether the rule applies to your project.

How does Lee County handle permitting for a Lehigh Acres rental renovation?

Renovations in Lehigh Acres go through Lee County permitting, not a city department, because Lehigh Acres is unincorporated. The county portal is online but plan review on a moderate kitchen-bath rental renovation in 33971 typically takes three to six weeks during normal times and longer post-hurricane. Inspections are scheduled within 48 hours of request once permitted. For investor-owned properties, the owner of record on the deed has to sign the permit application or designate a qualifier. We pull the permits in our name as the licensed contractor and coordinate every inspection so the project actually closes out.

Can I add an ADU or guest house on my Lehigh Acres lot?

Most Lehigh Acres lots are platted as standard single-family lots, and Lee County zoning historically restricts accessory dwelling units in those residential categories. Some lots in 33974 have larger footprints that may support a permitted addition or detached structure used as a guest house rather than a rental unit. The rules around ADUs have been evolving statewide under recent Florida legislation, and Lee County's interpretation is worth checking before designing. We start every Lehigh ADU project with a zoning verification letter from the county so the design phase doesn't waste money on something that won't permit.

What's the typical timeline for a kitchen and bath renovation in Lehigh Acres?

A combined kitchen and primary-bath renovation on a 1,500 sf Lehigh Acres CBS home runs 10-14 weeks under normal conditions. That breaks down as roughly two weeks for design and material selection, three to six weeks for Lee County permitting, six to eight weeks of actual construction including cabinet lead time, and one to two weeks of finishing and inspection close-outs. Investor renovations near Mirror Lakes Golf Club go faster when we pre-order cabinets to standard SKUs from in-stock lines. Custom or imported tile adds weeks. Honest scheduling matters here because owners often have a tenant or buyer lined up.

Do I need a licensed contractor for a small repair on my Lehigh Acres house?

Florida requires a state-licensed contractor for most structural, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and roofing work, regardless of project size. Lee County will issue homeowner permits for some work on your own primary residence in 33971 or 33976, but not on rentals. Unlicensed work shows up in title searches and disclosure forms, and unpermitted additions can derail an investor sale. For repairs under the typical handyman threshold like cabinet hardware or interior trim paint, no license is needed. Anything touching the building envelope, structure, or major systems should run through a licensed contractor and a permit.

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