In South Florida, you need a building permit to construct, repair, alter, move, demolish or remove any building or structure, or part thereof. The scope of the work will determine the type(s) of permits required, in some cases more than one permit is necessary. At Paterson Development, we take care of permitting, from soil tests, boundary and elevation surveys, FEMA …
The Building Process: Do You Need to Hire an Architect or a Contractor First?
Ideally, you want to find both the architect and contractor before you start designing your home, that way you can properly plan and make sure you’re within budget. Although, finding an architect is the very first step. At Paterson Development, we don’t get paid until construction begins but we offer to help from the very beginning, free of charge. We …
How Big of a Home Do You Need? A Look at Average Home Sizes in Florida
Square footage plays a big role in the cost to build a new home in Florida. Sometimes it’s worth building a smaller home with nicer amenities, it all depends on how much space you really need. Remember, extra square footage equates to more flooring, additional cabinetry, added window coverings, and the list goes on- all of these things add up …
7 Tips to Save Money on Homebuilding Costs in Florida
Cost is one of the biggest factors when it comes to building a home in Florida – or anywhere for that matter. Planning ahead, knowing local regulations and building codes, and hiring the right people for the job can save a lot of money when building a home in Florida. 7 Ways to Save Money Building a Home in Florida …
5 of the Most Lucrative Renovation Ideas – How to Score the Biggest Return on Your Investment
Planning to renovate your home? There are certain renovation projects that will help you score a bigger return on your investment than others. It’s always nice to know what kind of return you can expect to get out of certain projects before forking over the money. After all, budget is the leading factor when people are trying to figure out …