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Construction in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Roofing in Fort Lauderdale runs $400-$20,000 depending on scope, with most repairs falling under $1,800 and full replacements averaging $8,000-$20,000 for standard asphalt shingle assemblies. The city’s position in Broward County’s High Velocity Hurricane Zone means every roofing project must meet the strictest wind-resistance standards in the country, and the salt-air exposure from 300+ miles of inland canals accelerates corrosion that inland Florida simply doesn’t see. We dispatch crews from our Miami office to Fort Lauderdale daily, and every project starts with a written flat price before any work begins. Call (754) 714-6540 to schedule your free estimate.

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Why Fort Lauderdale Homes Are Different

Fort Lauderdale’s housing stock is dominated by mid-century concrete block structure homes built between the 1950s and 1970s, heavily concentrated in canal-front finger-island neighborhoods like Las Olas Isles, Seven Isles, and Rio Vista. These homes sit on dredge-and-fill lots over former Everglades wetlands, which creates chronic soil compaction and differential settlement that affects everything from foundation work to driveway pitch. The 60-70 year old poured-concrete seawalls on these properties are actively failing across the city, and replacing one requires coordinated permits from the City of Fort Lauderdale, Broward County, the South Florida Water Management District, and often the Army Corps of Engineers.

Broward County’s High Velocity Hurricane Zone designation, one of only two such counties in the United States, mandates impact-rated openings, specific roofing assemblies, and engineered connections that exceed the Florida Building Code applied elsewhere in the state. Year-round salt-air exposure from both the Atlantic and the inland canal system means corrosion-resistant fasteners and marine-grade materials aren’t upgrades here; they’re functional necessities. This regulatory and materials environment makes Fort Lauderdale’s construction market unlike any neighboring city.

Our Main Fort Lauderdale Services

Fort Lauderdale homeowners call us most often for kitchen and bathroom renovations in aging CBS homes, and for home additions that navigate the city’s complex waterfront permitting environment.

Kitchen Remodeling in Fort Lauderdale

Kitchen remodeling in Fort Lauderdale means working within the compact footprints of 1950s-70s concrete block homes, often with load-bearing walls that require engineered plans for any opening expansion. We regularly see original kitchens with cast-iron plumbing stacks, aluminum wiring junctions, and no ground-fault protection - conditions that must be brought to current code as part of any renovation. Our crews document every phase with photo records, and every quote includes a written scope with flat pricing before demolition begins. Kitchen Remodeling in Fort Lauderdale covers our full process for cabinet, countertop, and layout reconfiguration work.

Bathroom Remodeling in Fort Lauderdale

Bathroom remodeling in Fort Lauderdale faces the same vintage infrastructure challenges, with the added complication of moisture management in homes that may lack proper vapor barriers in the original CBS construction. We see widespread calcium buildup on fixtures from the city’s hard water, and original cast-iron tubs that weigh 300+ pounds and require structural assessment for removal. Our written quotes specify every fixture brand, tile spec, and waterproofing membrane before work starts. Bathroom Remodeling in Fort Lauderdale details our approach to wet-area rebuilds and aging-in-place conversions.

Home Additions & ADU in Fort Lauderdale

Home additions and ADU construction in Fort Lauderdale must navigate the city’s finger-island zoning, seawall setbacks, and flood-zone elevation requirements that don’t apply to inland properties. We coordinate geotechnical reports for fill soils, manage marine permitting timelines that routinely extend six to twelve months, and engineer foundations to account for differential settlement. Every addition quote includes a written timeline with permitting milestones and a flat price that holds unless a signed change order modifies scope. Home Additions & ADU in Fort Lauderdale explains our process for second-story additions, garage conversions, and detached dwelling units.

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Roofing in Fort Lauderdale

Roofing in Fort Lauderdale operates under conditions no inland Florida contractor faces: HVHZ wind-load requirements that mandate six-nail shingle patterns, ring-shank fasteners, and enhanced deck attachment; salt-air corrosion that degrades standard galvanized flashings in half their inland lifespan; and the thermal cycling of dark shingle surfaces over concrete block homes with minimal attic ventilation. We inspect roofs across Las Olas Isles, Coral Ridge, and Victoria Park weekly, and the patterns are consistent - original 3-tab shingles past 20 years, improper valley flashing at additions, and ridge vents blocked by decades of debris. Our Roofing hub details the full range of assemblies we install and repair.

Roof Repair

Signs you need it

Water stains on ceiling drywall, granule loss visible in gutters, or lifted shingle tabs after a named storm are the three calls we field most often from Fort Lauderdale homeowners.

What it costs in Fort Lauderdale

Roof repair in Fort Lauderdale typically runs $400-$1,800 depending on whether we’re replacing a few wind-damaged shingles, resealing penetrations, or rebuilding a rotted fascia board behind gutters.

How we do it

We photograph the full roof surface from a ladder or drone, mark every deficiency with chalk, deliver a written repair scope with flat pricing, and complete the work with HVHZ-rated fasteners and self-adhered membrane at all valleys and penetrations.

Roof Replacement & Installation

Signs you need it

Multiple leak points, shingles past 20 years with brittle tabs that crack when lifted, or an insurance policy non-renewal notice citing roof condition are clear indicators replacement is the practical path.

What it costs in Fort Lauderdale

Roof replacement in Fort Lauderdale ranges $8,000-$20,000 for standard architectural shingle assemblies on typical single-story CBS homes, with tile and metal systems running higher due to material weight and structural assessment requirements.

How we do it

We strip to deck, replace any compromised plywood with 5/8″ CDX, install synthetic underlayment and self-adhered ice-and-water shield at all valleys and eaves, then apply HVHZ-rated shingles with six nails per tab and ring-shank fasteners at 4″ o.c. in the field.

What Roofing Costs in Fort Lauderdale

How long does a roof replacement take in Fort Lauderdale?

Most residential roof replacements on single-story CBS homes in Fort Lauderdale are completed in 2-4 days, with an additional 1-2 days for tile or metal systems that require structural assessment. Permitting through the City of Fort Lauderdale typically adds 5-10 business days before work can start, and we handle that process as part of our standard scope. Call (754) 714-6540 for a written timeline with your specific property address.

Will my insurance cover roof damage in Fort Lauderdale?

Insurance coverage in Fort Lauderdale depends on the cause - named storm damage with documented wind speeds typically triggers coverage, while wear from age or salt-air corrosion does not. We provide photo documentation and written repair scopes that meet adjuster requirements, and we offer a free second opinion on any insurance estimate you receive. Call (754) 714-6540 to schedule documentation before you file your claim.

Windows & Doors in Fort Lauderdale

Windows and doors in Fort Lauderdale must satisfy HVHZ impact-rated requirements that make standard vinyl replacements from Orlando or Tampa non-compliant on their face. The 1950s-70s CBS homes we work in throughout Coral Ridge, Victoria Park, and Rio Vista have original aluminum single-hung windows with failed seals, corroded weep screed, and no impact resistance - meaning a replacement project isn’t cosmetic, it’s a code-compliance and insurance-continuity issue. Our Windows & Doors hub covers the full range of assemblies we specify and install.

Impact Windows & Doors

Signs you need it

Your insurance carrier has non-renewed or increased your windstorm premium citing non-impact openings, or you’ve been installing plywood panels before every storm watch.

What it costs in Fort Lauderdale

Impact window installation in Fort Lauderdale runs $8,000-$25,000 for a typical single-story CBS home, with the range driven by opening count, frame material, and whether we’re replacing original concrete-embedded buck frames.

How we do it

We measure every opening to 1/8″, specify laminated glass with PVB interlayer and reinforced frames rated for HVHZ missile-impact and cyclic pressure testing, then install with corrosion-resistant fasteners and proper sill pan flashing integrated to the existing stucco drainage plane.

Window Replacement

Signs you need it

Fogged insulated glass units, operable sashes that won’t stay open, or visible frame corrosion at the weep screed are the three conditions that prompt Fort Lauderdale homeowners to call.

What it costs in Fort Lauderdale

Standard window replacement in Fort Lauderdale ranges $4,500-$15,000 depending on frame material, glass specification, and whether the project requires HVHZ-rated assemblies for code compliance.

How we do it

We remove the sash and frame, inspect the rough opening for moisture damage or termite activity common in Fort Lauderdale’s older CBS homes, install the new unit with proper shimming and fastening, then seal with backer rod and polyurethane sealant matched to the frame color.

What Windows & Doors Costs in Fort Lauderdale

Do I need impact windows or can I use shutters in Fort Lauderdale?

HVHZ code allows approved shutters or impact-rated glazing, but most Fort Lauderdale insurers now require impact windows for new policies or renewal at favorable rates; shutters satisfy code but increasingly fail underwriting requirements. We specify impact-rated assemblies that satisfy both, with written documentation for your carrier. Call (754) 714-6540 for a written quote with product approval numbers included.

How long do impact windows last in Fort Lauderdale’s salt air?

Quality impact windows with anodized or fluoropolymer-coated aluminum frames last 20-30 years in Fort Lauderdale’s salt-air environment, with the laminated glass itself remaining functional indefinitely; the failure point is typically frame corrosion at the sill or hinge hardware. We specify marine-grade hardware and document coating specifications in every written quote. Call (754) 714-6540 to review material specs before you decide.

Fence Installation in Fort Lauderdale

Fence installation in Fort Lauderdale must account for soil conditions that vary dramatically - the compacted fill of finger-island lots versus the sandier native soils inland - and for HOA architectural review boards in gated communities like Harbor Beach and Lauderdale Yacht Club that mandate specific styles and heights. Salt-air corrosion destroys standard steel fasteners in 3-5 years, and the 6-month wet season means drainage at every post base isn’t optional. Our Fence Installation hub covers the full range of materials and styles we build.

Vinyl Fence

Signs you need it

Your wood fence has rotted at the post bases again, or your HOA has updated covenants to require white vinyl picket or privacy styles with specific height and setback restrictions.

What it costs in Fort Lauderdale

Vinyl fence installation in Fort Lauderdale ranges $3,500-$9,000 for typical residential privacy or picket layouts, with the lower end covering smaller yards in Coral Ridge and the upper end spanning larger properties in Harbor Beach with custom gate configurations.

How we do it

We auger post holes to 24″ minimum depth, set posts in concrete with a slight crown for drainage away from the base, attach rails with stainless steel brackets, and hang gates with marine-grade adjustable hinges that won’t seize in salt air.

Aluminum Fence

Signs you need it

You need pool safety barrier compliance with visibility for supervision, or you want ornamental styling without the maintenance cycle of wrought iron in salt air.

What it costs in Fort Lauderdale

Aluminum fence installation in Fort Lauderdale runs $4,000-$10,000 depending on height, picket style, and whether the project includes automated gate operators with keypad or remote entry.

How we do it

We powder-coat all components before assembly with a fluoropolymer finish rated for marine exposure, set posts in concrete with galvanized or stainless steel brackets, and verify gate swing clearances and latch heights against current pool barrier code.

What Fence Installation Costs in Fort Lauderdale

Does my fence need a permit in Fort Lauderdale?

Residential fences over 6 feet or within required setbacks need a permit from the City of Fort Lauderdale’s Building Department, and many canal-front properties have additional setback requirements from the seawall or bulkhead line. We pull permits as standard practice and include the documentation in your project file. Call (754) 714-6540 and we’ll verify requirements for your specific property address.

How do you prevent fence posts from rotting in Fort Lauderdale’s wet season?

We set posts in concrete with the base slightly above grade, crown the concrete for drainage, and use pressure-treated lumber or vinyl/aluminum posts that don’t absorb moisture; for wood fences, we specify ground-contact rated posts and keep the concrete line above soil to prevent wicking. Call (754) 714-6540 for a written specification sheet with your quote.

Driveway & Pavers in Fort Lauderdale

Driveway and paver work in Fort Lauderdale confronts the settlement patterns of dredge-and-fill lots, where differential compaction between the original fill and later additions creates cracking and pitching that inland concrete contractors rarely see. The 1950s-70s CBS homes in Las Olas Isles and Seven Isles often have original narrow driveways designed for single cars, now inadequate for modern vehicle widths and turning radii. Our Driveway & Pavers hub covers the full range of surface materials and installation methods we employ.

Paver Driveways

Signs you need it

Your concrete driveway has settled with visible cracking and water pooling, or you want a surface that can be repaired in sections without full replacement when settlement continues.

What it costs in Fort Lauderdale

Paver driveway installation in Fort Lauderdale ranges $7,000-$18,000 depending on square footage, base excavation requirements for fill soils, and whether the pattern includes border courses or inlay details.

How we do it

We excavate to 8-10″ depth, install and compact a geotextile-stabilized aggregate base in lifts, screed 1″ bedding sand, lay pavers in the specified pattern with edge restraint on concrete haunching, then vibrate in polymeric sand and seal with a breathable penetrating sealer.

Concrete Driveways & Concrete Work

Signs you need it

Your driveway has spider cracking, scaling from salt-air exposure, or settlement creating a trip hazard at the garage threshold or sidewalk interface.

What it costs in Fort Lauderdale

Concrete driveway installation in Fort Lauderdale runs $4,500-$12,000 for standard 4″ thick broom-finish slabs with control joints, with the range driven by access constraints on narrow finger-island lots and any required soil stabilization.

How we do it

We form to grade with proper slope for drainage away from the foundation, place 4″ minimum thickness with 3,000 PSI concrete and fiber mesh reinforcement, tool control joints at 1.5x the slab thickness in feet, then broom finish and cure with a dissipating compound.

What Driveway & Pavers Costs in Fort Lauderdale

Will pavers settle on Fort Lauderdale’s fill soils?

Pavers perform better than monolithic concrete on settling fill because the segmental design accommodates minor differential movement without cracking; we mitigate remaining risk by over-excavating and recompacting the base in lifts with geotextile separation. We warranty our base preparation and document compaction test results in your project file. Call (754) 714-6540 for a site-specific assessment of your soil conditions.

How long does a paver driveway last in Fort Lauderdale?

A properly installed paver driveway on a prepared base lasts 25-30 years in Fort Lauderdale, with periodic joint sand replenishment and resealing every 3-5 years; the pavers themselves don’t degrade in UV, but the polymeric sand and sealer require maintenance. We include a maintenance schedule in every written quote. Call (754) 714-6540 for a written scope with lifecycle cost projections.

Brands We Service in Fort Lauderdale

We source across fifty-plus vetted brands for Fort Lauderdale projects, including Kohler and Moen fixtures for bathroom and kitchen work, and Silestone and Caesarstone surfaces for countertops that withstand the region’s thermal cycling and humidity. Our Miami office maintains local supplier relationships that keep lead times predictable, and we specify every brand and model in your written quote before ordering. See our brands for the full list.

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Neighborhoods We Serve in Fort Lauderdale

We work across Fort Lauderdale’s full residential map, from the canal-front estates of the finger islands to the inland CBS neighborhoods established in the postwar decades. Crews dispatch from our Miami office and typically arrive within standard Broward County response times.

• Las Olas Isles
• Seven Isles
• Rio Vista
• Coral Ridge
• Victoria Park
• Harbor Beach

Service Area - Cities Near Fort Lauderdale

Rowan Construction Group serves the broader Broward County construction market from our Miami office, with regular crew deployment to Plantation, FL, Pompano Beach, FL, Coconut Creek, FL, and Margate, FL. Each city carries its own permit jurisdiction and inspection schedule, which we coordinate as part of our standard project management.

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