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FAQs

Building a custom home or residential project in St. Petersburg comes with important decisions. We know construction projects bring plenty of questions, and our team is here to provide clarity at every step.

What services does CASK Construction provide as a residential general contractor in St. Petersburg?

CASK Construction is a residential general contractor in St. Petersburg, FL specializing in custom home builds, Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), major home renovations, and residential additions. Our team manages the entire construction process including:

  • Design coordination
  • Architectural and engineering support
  • Permitting with the City of St. Petersburg
  • Construction scheduling and project management
  • Subcontractor coordination
  • Quality control and inspections

 

This full-service approach ensures projects are completed efficiently and to the highest standards.

An ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) is a secondary living space built on the same property as a primary home. ADUs in St. Petersburg are often used as rental income units, guest houses, multigenerational housing, or private home offices. Many homeowners build ADUs to increase property value and maximize the use of their property.
Yes. The City of St. Petersburg allows ADUs in certain zoning districts. Requirements such as setbacks, parking, lot size, and utilities must be confirmed during the design phase. CASK Construction helps homeowners navigate zoning regulations, permitting requirements, and city approvals to ensure the project complies with local building codes.
Every project is unique, but the pre-construction phase typically takes about 4–6 months, including design development, permitting, selections, and subcontractor bidding. Construction timelines vary depending on the size of the home, site conditions, and project complexity.

The pre-construction phase helps align the project scope, design, and budget before construction begins. This stage typically includes:

  • Site evaluation and planning
  • Architectural design development
  • Budget alignment
  • Permit preparation and submission
  • Interior selections
  • Subcontractor bidding and scope review
Residential permits in St. Petersburg typically take 2.5–5 months depending on city review timelines and project complexity. Properties in flood zones or historic districts may require additional review time. CASK Construction manages communication with the city throughout the permitting process.
If the City of St. Petersburg requests revisions during the permitting process, these are called Requests for Corrections (RFCs). CASK Construction works with the architect and design team to update the plans and resubmit them for approval.

Not necessarily. Many homeowners contact CASK Construction before engaging an architect.

CASK Construction can coordinate with architects, designers, and engineers that best match the homeowner’s project goals, property conditions, and budget.

Yes. CASK Construction welcomes homeowners who already have plans created by an outside architect or designer.

Our team reviews those plans to ensure they meet St. Petersburg zoning requirements, permitting standards, and construction feasibility. If plans are not yet developed, CASK Construction can connect homeowners with trusted architects and designers.

Yes. Budget adjustments may occur during design milestones as engineering requirements, zoning considerations, and material selections are finalized.

Regular updates help ensure the project remains aligned with the homeowner’s investment expectations.

Most projects progress through 50%, 75%, and 95% design milestones before submitting drawings for permitting. These stages allow homeowners to review floor plans, elevations, and finishes before final approval.
Yes. Every CASK Construction project is assigned an experienced Project Manager who serves as the dedicated point of contact from design through the completion of construction. The Project Manager coordinates design and permitting, manages subcontractors and scheduling, communicates progress updates, and ensures quality standards are maintained.
CASK Construction uses Buildertrend, a professional construction management platform. Through Buildertrend, homeowners can view project schedules, track progress, review documents, approve selections and change orders, and communicate directly with the project team.
CASK Construction assigns an in-house interior designer to each homeowner to guide the selections process. The designer helps personalize selections, align materials with your home’s style, and choose cabinetry, flooring, tile, fixtures, and finishes that match your vision and budget.
Once permits are approved, construction begins with site preparation, utility coordination, foundation work, and structural framing. CASK Construction conducts a kickoff meeting to review the construction schedule and site logistics.

Residential construction typically includes:

  • Site preparation and groundbreaking
  • Foundation and slab installation
  • Framing and structural work
  • Mechanical rough-ins (plumbing, electrical, HVAC)
  • Drywall and interior finishes
  • Final inspections and project closeout
Yes. CASK Construction encourages scheduled walkthroughs at key milestones such as framing or rough-in stages so homeowners can review progress and confirm details.
If a selected product becomes unavailable, CASK Construction will work with the homeowner to choose an approved alternative that maintains the design vision and project schedule.
Once the preconstruction process is complete and we have a final construction agreement, we break out the construction agreement into divisions of work and assign a value to each division in a document called a “Schedule of Values.” We charge 25% prior to starting construction and then bill every two weeks based on the work completed during that period. For example, if we are 50% complete with the concrete scope of work, we would bill for 50% of that line item within the Schedule of Values.
During the final walkthrough, CASK Construction reviews the completed project with the homeowner and addresses any final punch-list items. The homeowner is also walked through every aspect of the completed project to ensure they are confident operating and maintaining the space and are fully satisfied with the finished product.
Yes. Adding an ADU, expanding your home, or completing a major renovation can significantly increase property value. Many homeowners build ADUs to create rental income opportunities or flexible living space.
CASK Construction is not a lender. However, we regularly connect homeowners with trusted local lenders who specialize in construction and renovation financing based on the homeowner’s project requirements and preferences.

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