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Fort Lauderdale construction and remodeling contractors: services, licenses and permits

Compare three Florida-licensed contractors serving Fort Lauderdale, from whole-home remodeling to commercial build-outs, with practical steps for permits and estimates.

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Fort Lauderdale construction can mean a kitchen renovation in a lived-in home, an addition that changes the floor plan, or a commercial interior prepared for a new tenant. Those projects need different schedules, trade coordination and permit plans. This guide compares three Florida-licensed firms whose published service areas include Fort Lauderdale; it distinguishes their stated specialties from a ranking or guarantee of results.

Three different scopes of work

Marcela Montoya Remodeling concentrates on residential renovations: kitchens, bathrooms, whole-home and interior or exterior work, additions, and office renovations. Its site describes a design-first process, including a complimentary initial consultation and paid detailed drawings that are credited toward construction if the company is hired. The firm publishes a project minimum of $50,000, so its fit is clearest for substantial renovations rather than a small repair.

Palladium Construction covers custom new construction, additions and full-home remodeling, with kitchen and bathroom renovations and masonry or concrete work among its published services. Its site describes consultations, 3D renderings, staged estimates and progress updates; its project gallery includes new construction, a home addition and a Mediterranean-style renovation. That breadth may suit an owner seeking one general contractor for several connected parts of a residential project.

Easy Builder is the commercial-oriented option in this group. The Fort Lauderdale firm emphasizes interior build-outs and tenant improvements for retail, healthcare, offices, industrial properties and education. Its published team includes project managers, superintendents, estimators and permit expeditors, backed by a subcontractor network. The company website lists its Fort Lauderdale office; the state license record lists a Davie main address, so call before visiting and confirm the contracting entity on a proposal.

Use the property address to plan permits

Fort Lauderdale requires licensed professionals to register with the city before doing work or connecting a license to a LauderBuild account. The city’s LauderBuild contractor-registration instructions call for a state license or Broward County certificate of competency, liability insurance and workers’ compensation documentation. A job outside city limits may be handled by a different municipality or the county, even when a Fort Lauderdale mailing address is used.

Before requesting bids, confirm the permit jurisdiction for the parcel and identify which permits the scope may trigger. Florida’s contractor-license lookup lets customers check the license number and its current status. A state credential does not replace city registration, permits or trade-specific qualifications. Ask who will file each application, arrange inspections and provide the approvals at closeout.

Compare written proposals line by line

For a residential remodel, ask whether demolition, design work, engineering, material allowances, plumbing and electrical coordination, disposal and final inspections are included. Condo owners should check building rules, insurance certificates, delivery procedures and allowed work hours before setting a start date. For a commercial build-out, request a phased schedule, a list of landlord or tenant responsibilities and an explanation of how inspections affect opening dates. For all three, verify insurance directly and make sure the contract names the legal company and license qualifier.

The license records for the three businesses were checked on October 31, 2026 and showed current, active status with an August 31, 2028 expiration. Status can change. Choose based on the scope, the property’s permit jurisdiction, references for comparable work and a detailed contract you understand—not on a citywide label or an estimate headline.

Bottom line

Start with the property address and the exact work. Confirm which agency issues the permit, ask each contractor for a detailed written scope and schedule, and verify the state license again before signing.

Editorial selection

Options to compare

These options relate to the question. Read each profile and check current details before deciding.

01
General contractor

Marcela Montoya Remodeling

3032 E Commercial Blvd, Suite 75, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308

4.7 /5 15 reviews

Fort Lauderdale general contractor focused on design-led residential renovations, additions and office improvements; the company publishes a $50,000 project minimum.

Why it made the selection

Kitchens, bathrooms, whole-home renovations, additions and office renovations

Verified: October 31, 2026
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02
General contractor

Palladium Construction

2598 E Sunrise Blvd, Suite 2104, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

4.9 /5 44 reviews

Fort Lauderdale general contractor for custom homes, additions and full renovations, with published projects in Broward County.

Why it made the selection

Custom home construction, additions, full-home remodeling and concrete or masonry work

Verified: October 31, 2026
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03
Commercial general contractor

Easy Builder

300 SW 6th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315

4.7 /5 45 reviews

Family-owned Fort Lauderdale commercial general contractor focused on tenant improvements and interior build-outs.

Why it made the selection

Commercial tenant improvements, interior build-outs and project estimating

Verified: October 31, 2026
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Verification

Sources & references

Sources for the information and reporting discussed in this guide.

  1. LauderBuild contractor registration ↗ Primary source City of Fort Lauderdale · Accessed October 31, 2026

    City guidance for registering licensed professionals, connecting a license to LauderBuild and supplying license and insurance documents.

  2. Contractor license lookup ↗ Primary source Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation · Accessed October 31, 2026

    Official state portal for checking Florida construction licenses.

  3. Building and permitting services ↗ Primary source City of Fort Lauderdale · Accessed October 31, 2026

    City contractor and permit information; work must be handled by professionals registered for the applicable jurisdiction.

  4. Official website of Marcela Montoya Remodeling ↗ Primary source Marcela Montoya Remodeling · Accessed October 31, 2026

    Primary source for identity, concept, menu, and contact details.

  5. Official website of Marcela Montoya Remodeling ↗ Primary source Marcela Montoya Remodeling · Accessed October 31, 2026

    Primary source for identity, concept, menu, and contact details.

  6. Official website of Marcela Montoya Remodeling ↗ Primary source Marcela Montoya Remodeling · Accessed October 31, 2026

    Primary source for identity, concept, menu, and contact details.

  7. Florida contractor license CGC1522698 ↗ Primary source Florida DBPR · Accessed October 31, 2026

    State database check on October 31, 2026 showed Current, Active; expiration 08/31/2028.

  8. Official logo image ↗ Primary source Marcela Montoya Remodeling · Accessed October 31, 2026

    Marcela Montoya Remodeling logo

  9. Official project photo ↗ Primary source Marcela Montoya Remodeling · Accessed October 31, 2026

    Kitchen renovation image from Marcela Montoya Remodeling’s official gallery

  10. Official project photo ↗ Primary source Marcela Montoya Remodeling · Accessed October 31, 2026

    Bathroom renovation image from Marcela Montoya Remodeling’s official gallery

  11. Official project photo ↗ Primary source Marcela Montoya Remodeling · Accessed October 31, 2026

    Office interior image from Marcela Montoya Remodeling’s official gallery

  12. Official website of Palladium Construction ↗ Primary source Palladium Construction · Accessed October 31, 2026

    Primary source for identity, concept, menu, and contact details.

  13. Official website of Palladium Construction ↗ Primary source Palladium Construction · Accessed October 31, 2026

    Primary source for identity, concept, menu, and contact details.

  14. Official website of Palladium Construction ↗ Primary source Palladium Construction · Accessed October 31, 2026

    Primary source for identity, concept, menu, and contact details.

  15. Florida contractor license CGC1530554 ↗ Primary source Florida DBPR · Accessed October 31, 2026

    State database check on October 31, 2026 showed Current, Active; expiration 08/31/2028.

  16. Official logo image ↗ Primary source Palladium Construction · Accessed October 31, 2026

    Palladium Construction logo

  17. Official project photo ↗ Primary source Palladium Construction · Accessed October 31, 2026

    New residential construction image published in Palladium Construction’s project gallery

  18. Official project photo ↗ Primary source Palladium Construction · Accessed October 31, 2026

    Home remodeling image published in Palladium Construction’s project gallery

  19. Official website of Easy Builder ↗ Primary source Easy Builder · Accessed October 31, 2026

    Primary source for identity, concept, menu, and contact details.

  20. Official website of Easy Builder ↗ Primary source Easy Builder · Accessed October 31, 2026

    Primary source for identity, concept, menu, and contact details.

  21. Official website of Easy Builder ↗ Primary source Easy Builder · Accessed October 31, 2026

    Primary source for identity, concept, menu, and contact details.

  22. Florida contractor license CGC1507992 ↗ Primary source Florida DBPR · Accessed October 31, 2026

    State database check on October 31, 2026 showed Current, Active; DBPR main address is in Davie; expiration 08/31/2028.

  23. Official logo image ↗ Primary source Easy Builder · Accessed October 31, 2026

    Easy Builder logo

  24. Official project photo ↗ Primary source Easy Builder · Accessed October 31, 2026

    Commercial interior image published in Easy Builder’s project portfolio

  25. Official project photo ↗ Primary source Easy Builder · Accessed October 31, 2026

    Commercial interior image published in Easy Builder’s project portfolio

  26. Official project photo ↗ Primary source Easy Builder · Accessed October 31, 2026

    Retail interior image published in Easy Builder’s project portfolio

  27. Facebook profile ↗ Primary source Easy Builder · Accessed October 31, 2026

    Directly linked from the company website at https://www.easybuilder.com/; checked in the in-app browser on 2026-10-31.

  28. Instagram profile ↗ Primary source Easy Builder · Accessed October 31, 2026

    Directly linked from the company website at https://www.easybuilder.com/; checked in the in-app browser on 2026-10-31.

  29. Facebook profile ↗ Primary source Marcela Montoya Remodeling · Accessed October 31, 2026

    Directly linked from the company website at https://mmremodel.com/; checked in the in-app browser on 2026-10-31.

  30. Twitter profile ↗ Primary source Marcela Montoya Remodeling · Accessed October 31, 2026

    Directly linked from the company website at https://mmremodel.com/; checked in the in-app browser on 2026-10-31.

  31. Facebook profile ↗ Primary source Palladium Construction · Accessed October 31, 2026

    Directly linked from the company website at https://palladiumconstruction.com/; checked in the in-app browser on 2026-10-31.

  32. Instagram profile ↗ Primary source Palladium Construction · Accessed October 31, 2026

    Directly linked from the company website at https://palladiumconstruction.com/; checked in the in-app browser on 2026-10-31.

  33. Linkedin profile ↗ Primary source Palladium Construction · Accessed October 31, 2026

    Directly linked from the company website at https://palladiumconstruction.com/; checked in the in-app browser on 2026-10-31.

  34. Youtube profile ↗ Primary source Palladium Construction · Accessed October 31, 2026

    Directly linked from the company website at https://palladiumconstruction.com/; checked in the in-app browser on 2026-10-31.

  35. Google Maps listing for Easy Builder ↗ Community source Google Maps · Accessed October 31, 2026

    Direct check of rating, review count, operating status, and address; variable data.

  36. Google Maps listing for Marcela Montoya Remodeling ↗ Community source Google Maps · Accessed October 31, 2026

    Direct check of rating, review count, operating status, and address; variable data.

  37. Google Maps listing for Palladium Construction ↗ Community source Google Maps · Accessed October 31, 2026

    Direct check of rating, review count, operating status, and address; variable data.

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