FAQs

Yes, Daniel Lombardo has been a licensed general contractor in the state of Florida Since 2006. License Number CGC1513048. Lombardo Construction is also fully insured. We require all subcontractors to be fully insured as well and consistently verify that the insurance certificates are active. All employees are covered with Workers Compensation insurance.

No, you do not need to already own a lot before starting a conversation with us. In fact, involving Lombardo Construction early can be helpful when you are still evaluating properties.
A building lot can affect the design, construction cost, permitting process, elevation requirements, setbacks, drainage, site access, and overall project timeline. This is especially important for waterfront, coastal, or beach-community properties in Pinellas County.
If you already own a lot, we can review the site and discuss the next steps for planning and construction. If you are still looking, we can help you understand what to consider before moving forward with a purchase.

No. We have developed strong relationships with designers and architects that we believe meet the standards of quality we aim to achieve in having the opportunity to do work on your home. We prefer to work with our own designers, for this reason, however, we are able to work with any pre-existing plans you may have with any architect, provided they meet local and current Florida Building code requirements.

Every construction project is different and there are a number of factors that come into play. On average we are within 15% of our estimated time budget according to the estimate we give following our in-home consultation.

The answer depends on your municipality and whether or not you are homestead in your home. If this is your second home or you live in a condominium, or you have lived in your home for less than 1 year, then you are required to hire a licensed contractor for most projects. If you are homestead a permit may still be required, however, you may be able to open a home owner’s permit. Just the same, it is advised to hire a general contractor on most home projects, in order to avoid a myriad of potential problems and delays only an experienced contractor can foresee. There are surprises lurking in every home’s walls that may leave you stuck unless you know who to call and what to do. Hiring a quality, experienced company, like Lombardo Construction is always a wise decision and will save you money in the long run.

We offer consulting services and project management for those that want to experience the satisfaction of a hard day’s work with a little guidance. Daniel Lombardo has almost 30 years of experience in the construction industry and has been practicing as a General Contractor in Florida since 2006. His friendly expertise can help you realize your goals with more confidence and less wasted steps.

Some estimates are built on a cost-plus basis. This type of contract specifies that the buyer must pay all the project costs incurred by the contractor, plus an additional amount for profit. These types of estimates will not give a firm understanding of the total overall budget. At Lombardo Construction we believe in being as transparent as possible. We offer our customers a detailed fixed cost estimate to ensure that there are no surprises later on. Our clients are able to plan their project confidently.