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Home Remodeling · Tampa, FLLast reviewed October 2026

6 Best Home Remodeling Contractors in Tampa, FL (2026)

TenBestFind ranks 6 remodeling contractors in Tampa, FL. Each company was checked against the criteria set out under How we chose. Lists name up to ten companies, and this one stops at 6 because only 6 met them. The list was last reviewed on October 31, 2026.

Premiere Builders & Remodeling, CMK Construction and Step Up Home Improvements lead our list of the six best home remodeling contractors in Tampa, FL. All six have at least 4.5 stars from 79 or more Google reviews, a working website and a staffed street address in Tampa. We checked each one on October 31, 2026 and list them in the order Google returned them. No company paid to be here.

Written by Priya Nathan6 companies reviewed6 rankedHow We Rank

The Ranking

Our top 6 remodeling contractors in Tampa

Remodeling in Tampa starts with the age and shape of the house. South Tampa, Hyde Park and Seminole Heights are full of bungalows from the 1920s, where walls hide old wiring and plumbing and a bathroom job can turn into a floor repair. Much of the rest of the city is 1950s to 1970s concrete block, built for a hot, wet climate, and many homes sit in flood zones. After recent hurricane seasons, plenty of owners are rebuilding kitchens and baths at the same time as they repair storm damage. If your home is in a flood zone, ask the city and your contractor whether a large renovation triggers elevation or flood-proofing rules before you set a budget. Two checks protect you. First, Florida requires contractors who do structural, plumbing, electrical or roofing work to be licensed, and the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) lets you search any licence at myfloridalicense.com. Ask every company for its licence number, then confirm that the name on the licence matches the name on your contract. Second, ask for the company's business tax receipt from Hillsborough County or the City of Tampa, and ask who pulls the building permit. City of Tampa Construction Services handles permits inside the city, and Hillsborough County handles unincorporated areas. The six companies below work across Tampa from the Armenia Avenue corridor and Memorial Highway to East Hillsborough Avenue, North Mitchell Avenue and downtown. Some run showrooms and design teams, others are founder-led crews. Each profile notes what the company publishes about licensing and warranty and what you should ask for. One does not print a licence number at all, so do not skip the question.

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  1. 01

    Best for a named project manager on older Tampa homes

    Premiere Builders & Remodeling

    4.9(210 Google reviews)
    Best forKitchen, bath and whole-floor remodels in older Tampa homes
    In businessNot listed
    WarrantyNot listed
    EmergencyNot listed

    Why we picked them

    4.9 stars from 210 Google reviews, a printed licence number and a named project manager on every job.

    What we like

    • Licence CBC1264713 printed on its website
    • Reviewers praise Shimi, Danes and Jonny by name
    • Showroom plus offices in Tampa and Sarasota

    Things to consider

    • Closed Saturday and Sunday

    Services

    • Kitchen remodeling
    • Bathroom remodeling
    • Home additions
    Key details
    Best for
    Kitchen, bath and whole-floor remodels in older Tampa homes
    Service area
    Tampa
    Address
    5103 Memorial Hwy
    Financing
    Available
    Credentials
    Florida contractor licence
  2. 02

    Best for kitchen and bath work with in-house trades

    CMK Construction, Inc

    5.0(409 Google reviews)
    Best forKitchen and bathroom remodels with a design showroom
    In business22 years
    WarrantyNot listed
    EmergencyNot listed

    Why we picked them

    A perfect 5.0 from 409 Google reviews and general, plumbing, roofing and electrical licences all listed.

    What we like

    • Four Florida DBPR licences listed on its website
    • Family-owned since 2004
    • Tampa showroom and 4,000 square foot design studio

    Things to consider

    • Reviewers mention waiting weeks for a start date

    Services

    • Kitchen remodeling
    • Bathroom remodeling
    Key details
    Best for
    Kitchen and bathroom remodels with a design showroom
    Service area
    Tampa
    Address
    13329 W Hillsborough Ave #104
    Years in business
    22 years
    Financing
    Available
    Credentials
    Certified General Contractor
  3. 03

    Best for kitchens, baths and flooring in one contract

    Step Up Home Improvements

    4.9(325 Google reviews)
    Best forKitchen, bath and flooring projects with a showroom visit
    In businessNot listed
    WarrantyNot listed
    EmergencyNot listed

    Why we picked them

    4.9 stars from 325 Google reviews and a showroom that covers cabinets, tile and flooring.

    What we like

    • General contractor licence CGC1537447 on its FAQ
    • East Hillsborough Avenue showroom
    • Accessible bath-to-shower conversions praised in reviews

    Things to consider

    • Friday hours are only 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.

    Services

    • Kitchen remodeling
    • Bathroom remodeling
    Key details
    Best for
    Kitchen, bath and flooring projects with a showroom visit
    Service area
    Tampa
    Address
    4401 E Hillsborough Ave
    Credentials
    Florida certified general contractor
  4. 04

    Best for a written two-year workmanship warranty

    Salt & Pepper Construction

    4.8(123 Google reviews)
    Best forOwner-led kitchen, bath and addition projects with 3D design
    In businessNot listed
    WarrantyWritten 2-year workmanship warranty on qualifying projects; owner-supplied products carry only the manufacturer's warranty
    EmergencyNot listed

    Why we picked them

    4.8 stars from 123 Google reviews, licence CGC1535727 listed and a written warranty on qualifying projects.

    What we like

    • Written two-year workmanship warranty
    • Owners on job sites and a named permits manager
    • Free in-home consultation with in-house 3D design

    Things to consider

    • Website says both 10 and more than 15 years in business

    Services

    • Kitchen remodeling
    • Bathroom remodeling
    • Home additions
    Key details
    Best for
    Owner-led kitchen, bath and addition projects with 3D design
    Service area
    Tampa
    Address
    3113 N Armenia Ave
    Warranty
    Written 2-year workmanship warranty on qualifying projects; owner-supplied products carry only the manufacturer's warranty
    Credentials
    Florida certified general contractor
  5. 05

    Best for additions and garage conversions

    CraftLine Remodeling

    5.0(121 Google reviews)
    Best forKitchen and bath remodels plus additions and garage conversions
    In businessNot listed
    WarrantyNot listed
    EmergencyNot listed

    Why we picked them

    A perfect 5.0 from 121 Google reviews, with kitchens, baths, additions and garage conversions on one service list.

    What we like

    • Founders Dan Blizer and Yuri Kats lead the company
    • Licence CBC1269114 in the website footer
    • Phone lines open 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. most days

    Things to consider

    • No showroom is described at its downtown address

    Services

    • Kitchen remodeling
    • Bathroom remodeling
    • Home additions
    Key details
    Best for
    Kitchen and bath remodels plus additions and garage conversions
    Service area
    Tampa
    Address
    306 E Tyler St
    Financing
    Available
    Credentials
    Florida contractor licence
  6. 06

    Best for a North Tampa showroom and lead carpenter

    Bath & Kitchen Gallery

    4.6(79 Google reviews)
    Best forKitchen and bath remodels with a lead carpenter on site daily
    In businessNot listed
    WarrantyNot listed
    EmergencyNot listed

    Why we picked them

    4.6 stars from 79 Google reviews, a real Mitchell Avenue showroom and reviewers who say it uses its own plumber and electrician.

    What we like

    • One lead carpenter on site daily, per the company
    • Priced item list before the contract
    • Showroom with tile, cabinets and fixtures

    Things to consider

    • No licence number or warranty published on its website

    Services

    • Kitchen remodeling
    • Bathroom remodeling
    Key details
    Best for
    Kitchen and bath remodels with a lead carpenter on site daily
    Service area
    Tampa
    Address
    8406 N Mitchell Ave

Side by Side

Compare the top remodeling contractors in Tampa

Ranking position reflects our editorial review, not customer ratings.

Editorial comparison of the 6 ranked companies. Customer ratings, where shown, come from the source named on each company profile.
RankCompanyBest forKey servicesService areaGoogle ratingEmergencyProfile
01Premiere Builders & RemodelingKitchen, bath and whole-floor remodels in older Tampa homesKitchen remodeling, Bathroom remodeling, Home additionsTampa4.9(210)Not listedView
02CMK Construction, IncKitchen and bathroom remodels with a design showroomKitchen remodeling, Bathroom remodelingTampa5.0(409)Not listedView
03Step Up Home ImprovementsKitchen, bath and flooring projects with a showroom visitKitchen remodeling, Bathroom remodelingTampa4.9(325)Not listedView
04Salt & Pepper ConstructionOwner-led kitchen, bath and addition projects with 3D designKitchen remodeling, Bathroom remodeling, Home additionsTampa4.8(123)Not listedView
05CraftLine RemodelingKitchen and bath remodels plus additions and garage conversionsKitchen remodeling, Bathroom remodeling, Home additionsTampa5.0(121)Not listedView
06Bath & Kitchen GalleryKitchen and bath remodels with a lead carpenter on site dailyKitchen remodeling, Bathroom remodelingTampa4.6(79)Not listedView

Coverage

Remodeling companies serving Tampa and nearby areas

Most companies in this ranking work across Florida and the surrounding suburbs. Coverage and travel fees vary, so confirm your address is inside the service area before scheduling.

  • Tampa

Nearby rankings

Service coverage across Tampa. Individual company areas are listed on each profile.

Methodology

How we chose the best remodeling contractors in Tampa

We searched Google Maps for home remodeling contractor, home remodeling company and kitchen and bathroom remodeling in Tampa, then ran neighborhood and project-type searches for South Tampa, Carrollwood, Westchase, Hyde Park, Seminole Heights, additions and whole-house renovation. To be listed, a company needed a rating of 4.5 or higher from at least 50 Google reviews, an operational status, a working website, a real logo, at least four real photos and a staffed street address inside Tampa. We rejected sunroom, window and bath-liner specialists, restoration and commercial-first builders, custom-home and new-construction firms, home-office addresses, thin template sites and companies outside Tampa such as Brandon, Clearwater and Land O' Lakes. Companies are listed in the order Google returned them; Bath & Kitchen Gallery came from the kitchen and bathroom search. Ratings and review counts were read on October 31, 2026. No company paid for a place on this list, and we did not verify licence numbers ourselves, so check them with the Florida DBPR.

Read our full ranking methodology
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Hiring

How to choose a remodeling contractor in Tampa

  1. Verify insurance and credentials

    Ask for a current certificate of insurance and confirm registration or licensing with the authority that issues it, not with the company.

  2. Ask for a written estimate

    Scope, materials, removal, disposal and who pulls the permit should all be named on the page rather than agreed on the doorstep.

  3. Compare multiple quotes

    Two or three bids on the same scope. A number far below the others usually means something has been left out of it.

  4. Understand the warranty

    Separate the manufacturer's warranty on materials from the company's own warranty on the work, and get both in writing.

  5. Ask who performs the work

    Find out whether the crew are employees or subcontractors, and who supervises them on the day.

  6. Check recent local projects

    Ask for addresses or photographs of comparable jobs finished nearby in the last year or two.

  7. Avoid high-pressure sales

    A discount that expires today, or a knock on the door after a storm, is a reason to slow down rather than sign.

  8. Get everything in writing

    Change orders, timeline and payment schedule included, before the first payment changes hands.

Questions to ask before hiring

0 of 10 asked

Red flags

  • No verifiable local business address or registration
  • Pressure to sign on the first visit
  • A demand for full payment up front
  • An offer to cover or waive your insurance deductible
  • Refusal to put warranty terms in writing
  • A quote that will not itemize scope

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FAQ

Remodeling companies in Tampa FAQs

How do I check a Tampa remodeling contractor's licence?

Ask for the contractor's Florida licence number, then search it on the Florida DBPR contractor license lookup at myfloridalicense.com. Confirm the licence is active and that the business name matches your contract. Also ask for its business tax receipt from Hillsborough County or the City of Tampa, a certificate of insurance and who pulls the permit. Get all of it in writing before you pay a deposit.

How much does a home remodel cost in Tampa?

Prices vary with the size of the room, the age of the house and the finishes, so the honest answer is to get at least three written quotes for the same scope. Older South Tampa bungalows can hide wiring, plumbing and floor problems, and flood-zone homes may face extra rules. Ask each company what is included, how change orders are priced, and whether permit fees are in the quote. Several firms here offer financing and free consultations.

Do I need a permit to remodel a kitchen or bathroom in Tampa?

Usually yes for anything that changes plumbing, electrical, structure or layout, while cosmetic updates such as paint or new cabinet doors often do not. Inside the city, permits go through City of Tampa Construction Services, and unincorporated areas go through Hillsborough County. Ask your contractor who applies for the permit and whether the fee is in your quote, and be wary of anyone who asks you to pull it yourself on a large job. Check the rules for your address before work begins.

Editorial Record

About this ranking

Originally published
October 2026
Last reviewed
October 2026
Companies evaluated
6

Priya Nathan

Staff writer, remodeling and moving

Priya writes the remodeling, moving and cost guides. She spends most of her time reading contracts and estimates, which is where the differences between two apparently identical quotes usually turn up.

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