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AfterConstruction in St. Petersburg, FL
A full kitchen remodel in St. Petersburg typically runs $14,000 to $45,000, and the city’s housing stock is the reason the range is that wide. Homes here split between 1920s-1940s wood-frame bungalows in neighborhoods like Kenwood and Old Northeast, and post-WWII concrete block (CBS) houses built slab-on-grade through the 1970s. Both predate the Florida Building Code’s wind and flood standards, which means a remodel that touches structure, electrical, or plumbing can trigger permit thresholds that add real cost. Call (470) 298-9650 for a written price before any work starts.
Why St. Petersburg Homes Are Different
St. Petersburg sits on a low-lying peninsula nearly surrounded by Tampa Bay and the Gulf of Mexico, and a large share of the city’s parcels fall inside FEMA Special Flood Hazard Areas. That single fact changes renovation math. Base flood elevation (BFE) compliance and FEMA’s “substantial improvement” rule, the 50% threshold, apply to mid-scale remodels here more often than in almost any other Florida market. On a 1950s CBS home in Roser Park, a project that touches the kitchen, two bathrooms, and some electrical can quietly cross that 50% line. The city then legally requires the entire structure to be elevated to current BFE before a permit is issued. A $60,000 remodel becomes a six-figure undertaking, and no honest contractor should let you discover that halfway through design.
Tampa Bay’s funnel geometry also amplifies storm surge toward the city’s eastern and northern shores. Pinellas County enforces wind-mitigation requirements aggressively, so roof-to-wall connections and hurricane straps are not optional add-ons on a St. Petersburg re-roof. They are the difference between a structure that holds and one that doesn’t. And because the county is essentially built out, nearly all St. Pete construction is renovation or tear-down-and-rebuild, not new subdivision work. That’s the job site every day here.
Our Main St. Petersburg Services
The two trades St. Petersburg homeowners call us about most often outside the five covered below are fencing and hardscape, both shaped by the same local conditions: sandy soil, flood-zone setbacks, and HOAs that write their own rules.
Fence Installation in St. Petersburg
Fence work in St. Petersburg has to account for two things most inland cities never deal with: flood-zone setback requirements and sandy soil that shifts after every heavy rain season. We set posts deeper than the minimum and check HOA height rules before we quote, because Kenwood and Old Northeast both have historic-district overlays with their own language. A vinyl fence runs $3,500 to $9,000; aluminum runs $4,000 to $10,000. See the full breakdown on our Fence Installation in St. Petersburg page.
Driveway & Pavers in St. Petersburg
Paver driveways in St. Petersburg need a base that handles both sandy soil and heavy summer rain. We use Sakrete products for the setting bed where the job calls for it, and every quote includes the permeable-base options that some HOAs now require. A paver driveway starts around $7,000 and can reach $18,000; concrete runs $4,500 to $12,000. The full pricing table is on our Driveway & Pavers in St. Petersburg page.
What happens when you call
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A real person answersNo phone trees - you reach a local pro.
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A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
BeforeAfterKitchen Remodeling in St. Petersburg
A kitchen remodel in St. Petersburg starts at $14,000 and reaches $45,000 for a full gut-and-rebuild, and the housing stock drives the spread. On a 1920s bungalow in Kenwood, we routinely find knob-and-tube wiring and floor framing that hasn’t been opened since the Eisenhower administration. On a 1960s CBS home, the slab hides plumbing that often needs relining, not just reconnecting. Either way, the written price covers the scope we can see, and a signed change order covers what we find after we open the wall. Our Kitchen Remodeling hub explains the process trade by trade.
Full Kitchen Remodeling
Signs you need it
You are working around a layout that no longer functions, or the cabinet boxes are delaminating from decades of humidity.
What it costs in St. Petersburg
A full kitchen remodel in St. Petersburg ranges from $14,000 to $45,000 depending on whether the slab is opened and how much electrical is rewired.
How we do it
We document the existing condition with photos, write the flat price and scope under Clause 1 of The Haven Standard, then open walls only after you have signed the change order for any hidden work.
Kitchen Island Installation
Signs you need it
Your kitchen has the floor space for an island but the current layout forces a one-cook kitchen.
What it costs in St. Petersburg
A kitchen island in St. Petersburg runs $3,000 to $10,000 depending on plumbing, electrical, and whether the slab needs cutting for a sink or cooktop.
How we do it
We run the electrical and plumbing through the slab or floor framing, set the island, and leave you a photo record of the connections before the drywall closes.
What Kitchen Remodeling Costs in St. Petersburg
| Item | Typical range in St. Petersburg |
|---|---|
| Full Kitchen Remodel | $14,000 - $45,000 |
| Small Kitchen Remodel | $9,000 - $20,000 |
| Cabinet Installation | $4,000 - $13,000 |
| Countertop Installation | $2,000 - $6,500 |
| Backsplash Installation | $800 - $2,500 |
| Kitchen Island Installation | $3,000 - $10,000 |
How long does a kitchen remodel take in St. Petersburg?
Most St. Petersburg kitchen remodels run four to eight weeks from demo to final walkthrough. Permitting on older homes can add two to three weeks, especially when flood-zone or substantial-improvement review is triggered. Call (470) 298-9650 for a written timeline with your quote.
Will my kitchen remodel trigger flood-zone requirements?
It depends on the home’s FEMA zone and whether the project crosses the 50% substantial-improvement threshold. We check this before quoting, in writing. Call (470) 298-9650 and we will tell you what your address triggers.
Bathroom Remodeling in St. Petersburg
Bathroom remodeling in St. Petersburg runs $9,000 to $28,000 for a full gut, and the older housing stock is why mid-range jobs often need more work than the same project in a newer city. On a 1940s bungalow in Roser Park, the subfloor under the tile is often pine that has been wet for decades, and the cast-iron drain lines are at end of life. On a 1970s CBS home, the shower pan is typically a mortar bed with no waterproofing membrane, which is why the tile around the curb starts failing first. We write that condition into the scope before we quote, not after. See Bathroom Remodeling for the full trade breakdown.
Walk-In Showers & Shower Remodeling
Signs you need it
The grout cracks keep coming back, or the shower floor feels soft underfoot and the curb tile has started to lift.
What it costs in St. Petersburg
A walk-in shower in St. Petersburg runs $4,500 to $12,000 depending on whether the drain has to be relocated and what the slab inspection shows.
How we do it
We strip the old pan, waterproof the new substrate with a proper membrane, set the drain, tile, and photograph the waterproofing before the finish goes on.
Tub-to-Shower Conversion
Signs you need it
The tub is rarely used, the finish is worn, and you want a lower step-in threshold without a full bathroom redo.
What it costs in St. Petersburg
A tub-to-shower conversion in St. Petersburg ranges from $3,500 to $10,000, with the higher end covering a full valve replacement and new drain line.
How we do it
We pull the tub, inspect the subfloor and drain, replace what the condition warrants, waterproof, tile, and leave the photo record of the rough work.
What Bathroom Remodeling Costs in St. Petersburg
| Item | Typical range in St. Petersburg |
|---|---|
| Full Bathroom Remodel | $9,000 - $28,000 |
| Small Bathroom Remodel | $5,000 - $12,000 |
| Walk-In Shower Installation | $4,500 - $12,000 |
| Tub-to-Shower Conversion | $3,500 - $10,000 |
| Shower Replacement | $3,000 - $8,500 |
| Bathroom Vanity Installation | $800 - $3,000 |
Do you pull permits for bathroom remodels in St. Petersburg?
Yes. Any remodel that touches plumbing, electrical, or structural framing requires a permit in St. Petersburg, and we pull it with the job. Call (470) 298-9650 and we will tell you what your scope requires.
How do I know if my subfloor needs replacing?
We cut an inspection hole or remove the old pan and photograph the framing underneath. If the wood is dark, soft, or has active termite channels, the subfloor is replaced before waterproofing. Call (470) 298-9650 for an exact scope.
Roofing in St. Petersburg
A roof replacement in St. Petersburg runs $8,000 to $20,000, and wind-mitigation is the factor that separates a code-minimum roof from an insurance-qualifying one here. Most of the city’s homes are inside the wind-borne debris region, which means roof-to-wall connections, secondary water barriers, and the shingle’s wind rating all affect whether your carrier writes the policy at a price you can afford. On a 1920s bungalow, we commonly find two or three shingle layers over skip sheathing, which changes both the tear-off cost and the attachment detail. Our Roofing hub covers the materials and the process.
Roof Replacement & Installation
Signs you need it
The shingles are approaching 20 years, you can see granule loss in the gutters, or the roof deck has visible sag between rafters.
What it costs in St. Petersburg
A full roof replacement in St. Petersburg ranges from $8,000 to $20,000 depending on square footage, tear-off layers, and whether the deck needs repair.
How we do it
We strip to the deck, document the condition with photos, replace any bad sheathing, install the underlayment and flashings to code, then photograph the finished job for your insurance file.
Roof Repair
Signs you need it
You have a leak after a named storm, missing shingles, or a roof penetration like a pipe boot or skylight that is starting to fail.
What it costs in St. Petersburg
Roof repair in St. Petersburg runs $400 to $1,800 for typical leak calls and flashing replacement, before any deck work that the opening reveals.
How we do it
We find the source, photograph the cause, replace the damaged material, and leave you the documentation for your insurance claim or home file.
What Roofing Costs in St. Petersburg
| Item | Typical range in St. Petersburg |
|---|---|
| Roof Replacement | $8,000 - $20,000 |
| Roof Repair | $400 - $1,800 |
| Metal Roof Installation | $15,000 - $40,000 |
| Tile Roof Repair | $600 - $2,500 |
Does a new roof lower my wind insurance in St. Petersburg?
It can, depending on the roof-to-wall attachment, the secondary water barrier, and the shingle rating. We photograph every connection point so you can show the carrier. Call (470) 298-9650 to schedule an inspection.
How many layers of shingles can stay on my St. Petersburg roof?
Code allows a re-cover only in limited cases, and most insurance carriers now require a full tear-off to deck. We check your roof and tell you what is allowed before quoting. Call (470) 298-9650 for a written price.
Windows & Doors in St. Petersburg
Impact window installation in St. Petersburg runs $8,000 to $25,000 for a typical single-family home, and the wind-born debris region is what drives the cost. Every opening in the building envelope has to resist a 9-pound 2×4 traveling at 34 miles per hour, which is the Miami-Dade test standard Pinellas County enforces. On 1950s CBS homes, the original openings are not square, and the buck frames are rusted through, so a straight window swap often becomes a reframe. Our Windows & Doors hub details the products and the process.
Impact Windows & Doors
Signs you need it
Your openings still have aluminum single-pane frames from the original build, or you are tired of putting up shutters every storm season.
What it costs in St. Petersburg
Impact window installation in St. Petersburg ranges from $8,000 to $25,000 depending on the number of openings and the frame condition.
How we do it
We measure every opening, check the buck frame and lintel, order the correct product, set and flash the new frame, and photograph the anchors before trim.
Window Replacement
Signs you need it
The sashes stick, the glass fogs between panes, or you can feel a draft through the frame on a July afternoon.
What it costs in St. Petersburg
Window replacement in St. Petersburg runs $4,500 to $15,000 depending on the count, the material, and whether the rough opening needs repair.
How we do it
We pull the old frame, repair the rough opening, set the new window plumb and square, flash it properly, and leave the photo record with your file.
What Windows & Doors Costs in St. Petersburg
| Item | Typical range in St. Petersburg |
|---|---|
| Impact Window Installation | $8,000 - $25,000 |
| Window Replacement | $4,500 - $15,000 |
Are impact windows required in St. Petersburg?
Yes for new construction and for any replacement on an existing home, unless you maintain an approved shutter or panel system. We confirm the current code and your insurance discounts before quoting. Call (470) 298-9650.
Do impact windows help with noise in St. Petersburg?
They reduce it measurably, especially near 4th Street or the interstate corridors, because the laminated glass layer cuts high-frequency traffic sound. Call (470) 298-9650 for a written price on your openings.
Home Additions & ADU in St. Petersburg
A home addition in St. Petersburg runs $45,000 to $130,000, and an ADU starts at $90,000 and can reach $220,000 depending on foundation type. The city’s near-sea-level elevation and FEMA flood zones mean a detached ADU often requires the finished floor to sit above base flood elevation, which can force a stem-wall or pier foundation even on lots where the existing house is slab-on-grade. On a 1950s CBS parcel in Roser Park, the substantial-improvement rule can also bind an addition to the existing structure’s elevation. Our Home Additions & ADU hub walks through the process.
ADU Design & Permitting
Signs you need it
You want a permitted detached unit but the lot’s flood zone, setbacks, or HOA language makes the design path unclear.
What it costs in St. Petersburg
ADU construction in St. Petersburg runs $90,000 to $220,000, excluding land costs, with design and permitting folded into the written scope.
How we do it
We pull the FEMA flood map for your parcel, check the zoning and setbacks, prepare the drawings, and hand you a flat written price before permits are filed.
Garage Conversion ADU
Signs you need it
The garage is storing bicycles and humidity, and the existing structure is sound enough to convert with a lighter permit path than a detached build.
What it costs in St. Petersburg
A garage conversion in St. Petersburg runs $30,000 to $80,000 depending on the slab condition, electrical service, and whether the garage is already elevated.
How we do it
We check the slab for moisture, verify the electrical panel capacity, frame the new interior, and photograph the rough-ins before drywall closes.
What Home Additions & ADU Costs in St. Petersburg
| Item | Typical range in St. Petersburg |
|---|---|
| Home Addition | $45,000 - $130,000 |
| ADU Construction | $90,000 - $220,000 |
| Garage Conversion | $30,000 - $80,000 |
Will an ADU trigger the 50% substantial-improvement rule in St. Petersburg?
Only if the work is attached to the existing home and the combined improvement value exceeds 50% of the structure’s pre-improvement value. Detached ADUs are assessed separately. Call (470) 298-9650 and we will check your parcel.
Do I need to elevate my ADU in St. Petersburg?
In most FEMA Special Flood Hazard Areas, yes, the finished floor must meet current base flood elevation. We verify this before design, so the foundation cost is in your written price from day one. Call (470) 298-9650.
Brands We Service in St. Petersburg
We work with KraftMaid and Wellborn cabinets, Cambria and Caesarstone countertops, GAF and Owens Corning roofing, and Kohler and Toto fixtures, among others. Stock is sourced through local distributors and delivery to St. Petersburg is typically one to two weeks. See our brands page for the full list.
Pricing for Construction in St. Petersburg, FL
| Service | Typical range in St. Petersburg |
|---|---|
| Kitchen Remodel | $14,000 - $45,000 |
| Bathroom Remodel | $9,000 - $28,000 |
| Roof Replacement | $8,000 - $20,000 |
| Roof Repair | $400 - $1,800 |
| Impact Window Installation | $8,000 - $25,000 |
| Window Replacement | $4,500 - $15,000 |
| Home Addition | $45,000 - $130,000 |
| ADU Construction | $90,000 - $220,000 |
| Garage Conversion | $30,000 - $80,000 |
| Paver Driveway Installation | $7,000 - $18,000 |
| Concrete Driveway Installation | $4,500 - $12,000 |
| Vinyl Fence Installation | $3,500 - $9,000 |
The two factors that push St. Petersburg prices above the state average are the age of the housing stock and the flood-zone review almost every older home triggers. Under Clause 1 of The Haven Standard, the price is written before anyone starts, and no work proceeds on a change until the change order is signed. You can screenshot this table, bring it to our estimate, and hold us to it.
Neighborhoods We Serve in St. Petersburg
We work throughout St. Petersburg, including the historic districts where permits move slower and the newer subdivisions where HOAs write their own material rules. Our crews are typically in the area within one to two business days for the estimate appointment, and the written quote follows within 48 hours of inspection.
- Old Northeast
- Kenwood
- Roser Park
- Snell Isle
- Shore Acres
Service Area - Cities Near St. Petersburg
While this page covers St. Petersburg, our crews also handle work across the metro and along the coast. We serve Tampa, FL directly across the bay, Orlando, FL to the northeast, and Jacksonville, FL and Miami, FL for larger projects. Scheduling is coordinated from our Miami office; crews are dispatched locally.
Serving St. Petersburg, FL - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the St. Petersburg area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs About Construction in St. Petersburg
Estimates are scheduled within one to two business days, and the written quote follows within 48 hours. Permitting on older homes can add two to four weeks before work starts. Call (470) 298-9650 to get on the schedule.
Yes. We pull all required permits with the city and prepare the documentation your HOA or historic district board requires. The permit fees and filing work are itemized in your written price before anything is signed.
Yes. Bring any written estimate, from any contractor, and we will review it line by line at no charge as part of our free second opinion offer. Call (470) 298-9650 to schedule the review.
Call Rowan Construction Group at (470) 298-9650 for a free estimate with a written price before any work starts.
What happens when you call
- 1A real person answersNo phone trees - talk to a local construction pro.
- 2You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched. No surprises.
- 3We come out and measureLicensed & insured, at a time that suits you - the visit and the quote are both free.
- 4You get the price in writingLine-itemed, yours to keep, and nothing starts until you say go.
What St. Petersburg Customers Say
"Fence and retaining wall along a sloped boundary. They photographed the footing depth at each post, which mattered when the county inspector came."
- Iona F."Talked us out of the larger scope we came in asking for, because it would not have added the value we thought."
- Emil R."They found an old septic line under the driveway run and stopped, documented it, and re-quoted before continuing."
- Xavier L.