New Construction
New construction in Miami-Dade and Broward needs early coordination for plans, permits, shell work, inspections, utilities, and finish selections so the project can move forward in an organized way.
Construction Contracts
Types of Construction Contracts
Choosing the right construction contract helps define price, scope, risk, schedule, documentation, and expectations before work begins.
Project details
Types of Construction Contracts
The details below explain the service scope, planning considerations, and construction coordination behind this type of project.
Services
Remodeling Contractor
As a remodeling contractor for Miami, Hollywood, Fort Lauderdale, Pembroke Pines, Miramar, Plantation, Hallandale Beach, Sunrise, Weston, and Pompano Beach, Active Builders plans work around existing conditions and daily use.
Design/build Services
Design/build services help owners connect ideas, drawings, budgets, construction details, and field decisions under one practical process.
Architectural Designs
Architectural design coordination helps align the owner goals with code requirements, structural planning, interior flow, and exterior details.
Construction Management
Construction management keeps scheduling, trades, inspections, materials, and owner communication organized from pre-design through completion.
Additions and Renovations
Additions and renovations are planned around structure, utilities, roof lines, windows, doors, finishes, and how the new work connects to the existing property.
Kitchen Remodeling
Kitchen remodeling in South Florida combines cabinet planning, countertops, appliances, flooring, plumbing, electrical, lighting, and ventilation into one coordinated scope.
Bathroom Remodeling
Bathroom remodeling focuses on waterproofing, tile layout, plumbing fixtures, ventilation, vanities, lighting, storage, and durable finishes.
Electrical
Electrical work is coordinated with lighting plans, appliance locations, bathroom and kitchen circuits, code requirements, and inspection needs.
Mechanical
Mechanical planning supports comfort, ventilation, equipment access, and coordination with framing, ceilings, walls, and finishes.
Plumbing
Plumbing coordination is essential for kitchens, bathrooms, additions, repairs, fixture placement, rough-ins, and final finish installation.
Roofing
Roofing work is reviewed with weather exposure, drainage, connections, repairs, additions, and long-term South Florida durability in mind.
Air Conditioning
Air conditioning repairs and related coordination help keep remodeled spaces comfortable while respecting equipment access and existing systems.
Concrete Contractor
Concrete contractor services include slabs, restoration, shell work, masonry, structural repairs, spalling repairs, and site elements for Miami-Dade and Broward properties.
Structural Work
Structural work is coordinated with drawings, inspections, reinforcement, repairs, framing, concrete, masonry, and safe sequencing.
Spalling Repair
Spalling repair requires careful review of damaged concrete, exposed reinforcement, repair materials, protection, and finish conditions.
Condominium maintenance and repairs
Condominium maintenance and repairs require clean communication, access planning, building coordination, and respect for occupied spaces.
Masonry Work
Masonry work supports concrete, shell, walls, openings, repairs, and durable exterior or structural conditions.
Spalling Contractor
Spalling contractor work is handled with attention to concrete condition, repair preparation, reinforcement, and coating or finish protection.
New Floors
New floors are coordinated with demolition, substrate preparation, transitions, moisture concerns, trim, and the intended use of each room.
Decks, Patios, Sunrooms, Covers
Decks, patios, sunrooms, and covers extend living space while requiring attention to drainage, structure, exposure, and finish materials.
Framing and finishing
Framing and finishing connect the hidden construction work with the visible final surfaces, from layout and openings to drywall, trim, and paint.
Fences & Gates
Fences and gates are planned around access, security, property use, material choice, and exterior exposure.
Cabinetry
Cabinetry is coordinated with layout, storage needs, appliances, countertops, hardware, flooring, and lighting.
Stucco
Stucco work needs proper preparation, repair, texture matching, curing, and coating selection for South Florida conditions.
Painting
Painting is strongest when surface preparation, priming, patching, caulking, product selection, and finish details are handled correctly.
Windows and Doors
Windows and doors are coordinated with openings, waterproofing, trim, security, energy performance, and final finish work.
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Types of Construction Contracts Content
The contract should protect the rights and concerns of both parties while clearly specifying the scope and limitations of the work to be done. There are several types of contracts and you should choose the one that fits you best.
A contract agreement wherein the purchaser agrees to pay the cost of all labor and materials plus an amount for contractor overhead and profit (usually as a percentage of the labor and material cost). The contracts may be specified as
A cost-plus contract is a common inclusion in contractor agreements. This term means the contractor agrees to supply labor and materials for "x" amount of dollars, plus any extras on top of that. This type of agreement leaves the price open to circumstances encountered by the builder.
Contractors prefer this type of bidding because it relieves them of sticking to a set price. Obviously, hauling away dirt, stumps, and other debris is going to cost the contractor more money. However, he passes this cost along to you, the homeowner. This also means he does not have to be as accurate in his initial bid because any extras will be passed directly to you.
A cost-plus is the riskiest type of contract to sign. When working with a fixed budget, this can mean extra costs. If you sign this type of agreement, you have to hope that no unforeseen circumstances are encountered by the contractor. However, in construction, surprises are a part of the business. Construction would not be construction without surprises!
Fixed Price Contract or Lump Sum Contract.
The "lump sum" contract gives the general contractor an agreed upon fixed amount over the life of the project. This has the advantage of locking in a given amount, but it might be high to begin with. This works well for simple remodeling projects. The typical contract is the "cost-plus" or "time-and-materials" contract where you pay the contractor the cost for labor and materials plus a percentage (anywhere from 10% to 25%) of that cost.
With this kind of contract the Ccontractor agrees to do the a described and specified project for a fixed price. Also named "Fixed Fee Contract".
A Fixed Fee or Lump Sum Contract is suitable if the scope and schedule of the project are sufficiently defined to allow the Contractor to estimate project costs.
This means the contractor will supply all labor and materials for "x" amount of dollars. If he missed something on the plans and it ends up costing more, he has to absorb the cost. This puts responsibility on the contractor to be thorough in his bidding, because after all, he is in business to make money.
Some homeowners constantly change their minds. This often results in increased labor and materials needed to complete the job. It is not fair to have a contractor provide a quote on one idea, and completely change your mind and expect him to hold the same price. Decide early what you want from the builder and have him quote a fixed price for the work. This will save you time, headaches, and a lot of frustration during your project.
It's customary for the contractor to require a deposit before building begins. The deposit may only cover cost of materials that the contractor has to pre-order, but it is also reasonable to expect to pay anywhere from a quarter to a half of the total price of the job up front.
This kind of contract is based on estimated quantities of items included in the project and their unit prices. The final price of the project is dependent on the quantities needed to carry out the work.
In general this contract is only suitable for construction and supplier projects where the different types of items, but not their numbers, can be accurately identified in the contract documents.
It is not unusual to combine a Unit Price Contract for parts of the project with a Lump Sum Contract or other types of contracts.
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Types of Construction Contracts
Active Builders combines practical project planning, responsive communication, durable construction methods, and local South Florida experience for residential and commercial work.
Cost-plus contracts
A cost-plus agreement can fit projects where hidden conditions or evolving details are likely, but it needs clear accounting, fee terms, and owner communication.
Fixed price contracts
Fixed price and lump sum contracts work best when drawings, product selections, and scope are defined well enough for a reliable project price.
Unit price work
Unit pricing helps with repeatable quantities such as concrete repair, flooring, painting, or site work where the final quantity may vary.
Service areas
Contractor Services Across Miami-Dade & Broward
As a general contractor in Miami and Broward County, Active Builders coordinates residential and commercial construction for owners who need one accountable team for planning, permitting, scheduling, and jobsite communication.
For remodeling contractor work in Miami, Hollywood, Fort Lauderdale, Broward, Pembroke Pines, Miramar, Plantation, Hallandale Beach, Sunrise, Weston, and Pompano Beach, projects are planned around existing conditions, daily access, moisture, code requirements, and finishes that hold up in South Florida properties.
Kitchen contractor and bathroom contractor services are handled with careful attention to cabinets, countertops, tile, plumbing, electrical, ventilation, waterproofing, lighting, and the way each space is used every day.
Concrete, shell, additions, repairs, and finish work are available for Miami-Dade and Broward properties, with practical coordination for homeowners, property managers, and small commercial owners.
Local service areas
Miami-Dade, Broward & South Florida
Active Builders serves each local community with contractor services shaped around permitting, access, materials, schedule, and the way the property is used.
Miami
In Miami, Active Builders helps owners plan construction and remodeling around permitting, tight access, moisture exposure, trade coordination, and finishes suited for daily South Florida use.
Hollywood
Hollywood projects often include home updates, kitchen and bathroom remodeling, concrete repair, and property improvements that need clear scheduling and careful jobsite protection.
Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale owners rely on organized contractor coordination for remodeling, additions, commercial improvements, concrete work, and finish upgrades near coastal conditions.
Broward
Across Broward County, Active Builders supports residential and commercial construction with practical scopes, trade coordination, inspection planning, and clean communication.
Florida
Florida construction needs materials and methods selected for heat, rain, humidity, storms, building codes, and long-term durability in demanding exterior conditions.
Pembroke Pines
Pembroke Pines remodeling projects benefit from early planning for cabinets, flooring, plumbing, electrical, drywall, painting, roofing, and exterior improvements.
Miramar
In Miramar, additions, repairs, and room remodels are coordinated around existing structures, family routines, access, inspections, and a clean finish sequence.
Plantation
Plantation homes and commercial spaces often call for careful renovation planning, durable materials, clear budgets, and trade coordination from start to completion.
Hallandale Beach
Hallandale Beach projects need attention to coastal exposure, building access, condominium coordination, concrete restoration, waterproofing, and finish protection.
Sunrise
Sunrise property improvements can include kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling, flooring, painting, repairs, and additions organized around a realistic construction schedule.
Weston
Weston homeowners often prioritize clean project management, thoughtful design coordination, durable finishes, and remodeling work that respects occupied homes.
Pompano Beach
Pompano Beach construction and remodeling projects are planned with attention to weather exposure, concrete conditions, inspections, and dependable trade sequencing.
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