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Contractor Advice & Best Practices
What Does a General Contractor Do in Florida? (And What You're Paying For)
A Florida general contractor pulls permits, hires and supervises subcontractors, and carries legal responsibility for your project. Here's what that role covers, what it doesn't, and what the 10-20% markup actually pays for.
Mohammad Salehian
Jul 6
Design-Build vs. General Contractor: Which Is Better for a Tampa Remodel?
By Mohammad H Salehian, Founder & Lead Contractor at Novacore Builders · Florida-licensed CBC1269188 · Tampa Bay projects since 2020 · Last updated: June 4, 2026 · 10-min read
Mohammad Salehian
Jun 4
What Happens If You Remodel Without a Permit in Florida? A Tampa Contractor's Honest Answer
By Mohammad H Salehian, Founder & Lead Contractor at Novacore Builders · Florida-licensed CBC1269188 · Tampa Bay projects since 2020 · Last updated: May 20, 2026 · 9-min read
Mohammad Salehian
May 20
ADU Rules in Tampa 2026: What Hillsborough Homeowners Must Know Before Building an In-Law Suite
By Mohammad H Salehian, Founder & Lead Contractor at Novacore Builders · Florida-licensed CBC1269188 · Tampa Bay projects since 2020 · Last updated: June 28, 2026 · 10-min read
Mohammad Salehian
Apr 13
What a Bathroom Remodel Actually Costs in St. Pete, FL - And Why Most Quotes Get It Wrong
Bathroom remodels in St. Pete run $12,000 to $45,000+ depending on scope. Most budget overruns aren't surprises - they're costs your contractor knew about and left out of the quote. This article breaks down what you should actually expect to pay, what gets left out, and what every St. Pete homeowner should ask before signing anything.
Novacore Builders
Mar 18
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