Luxury renovation contractor in Key Biscayne.
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Ballagas Construction completes luxury home and condominium renovations, additions and new custom homes in Key Biscayne as a Florida State Certified General Contractor (CGC1530999). Island projects demand careful planning for flood elevation, coastal construction rules, building association requirements and material logistics across the causeway, and we build those into the schedule from day one.
Building in Key Biscayne.
Key Biscayne is a barrier island with its own Village government and Building, Zoning and Planning Department. Much of the island lies in FEMA flood zones, so substantial improvements to existing homes can trigger requirements to meet current flood elevation standards, often called the 50% rule. Oceanfront and bayfront work may involve coastal construction regulations, and condominium renovations require association approvals, insurance certificates, work-hour limits and elevator and loading-dock scheduling. Our completed oceanfront residence renovation at Continuum South Tower in Miami Beach reflects the same condominium coordination discipline.
What we build in Key Biscayne.
- Luxury condominium renovations with building coordination
- Whole-home renovations of single-family homes
- Elevation-compliant rebuilds and new custom homes
- Additions and primary suites
- Impact windows, doors and corrosion-resistant coastal detailing
- Outdoor living and pool areas as part of a new home or larger renovation
Our five-step process.
Plan Review
Architectural, structural, civil, MEP, specifications, missing details and field constraints.
Scope Definition
Line-item scopes, inclusions, exclusions, allowances, alternates and owner decisions.
Budget & VE
Subcontractor pricing, quantity checks, constructability input and value engineering where useful.
Schedule Strategy
Permitting and design review, procurement, inspections, sequencing, long-lead items and site logistics.
Field Execution
Mobilization through turnover, with weekly updates (photos, schedule notes, decisions needed) and written, priced change orders approved before work proceeds.
No casual field promises. No vague extras. The change is described, priced, reviewed, approved, and then executed.
Recent work.
Kaēlo Residence, a new two-story home in Miami Shores, is in the glazing installation and interior finishes stage; Casa Arborēa, our own new-home project in Miami Shores, is in pre-construction and expected to break ground in early 2027; and we completed an oceanfront residence renovation at Continuum South Tower in Miami Beach. Ballagas Construction stepped in after a previous contractor to complete a primary-suite addition in Miami.
What clients say on Google.
“What set Ballagas Construction apart was the unwavering integrity, ownership, and professionalism they brought to every phase of the process.”Luis C., Google review
“Ernesto was a pleasure to work with mainly because in Miami it’s hard to find a GC who will put quality of work over their own ego.”Diandrah L., bedroom and bath addition, Google review
Frequently asked questions
Who is a good luxury renovation contractor in Key Biscayne?
Choose a Florida State Certified General Contractor experienced with flood-zone rules, coastal detailing and condo association coordination. Ballagas Construction (CGC1530999) renovates luxury homes and condominiums in Key Biscayne and has completed an oceanfront condominium residence renovation in Miami Beach.
What is the 50% rule in Key Biscayne?
Under FEMA floodplain rules, if improvements to a building in a flood zone equal or exceed 50% of its market value, the whole structure may need to meet current flood elevation requirements. The Village determines how it applies; we evaluate it before you commit to a scope.
Do you renovate condos in Key Biscayne?
Yes. We handle association approvals, certificates of insurance, work-hour rules and logistics in occupied buildings.
How do you deal with salt air and corrosion?
We specify corrosion-resistant fasteners, hardware and finishes and impact-rated openings suited to coastal exposure.
How long does a luxury renovation take in Key Biscayne?
It depends on scope, association approvals and permitting; condo interiors often run several months.
Do you build new homes on Key Biscayne?
Yes, including teardown rebuilds designed to current flood elevation standards.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes. Florida license CGC1530999, licensed and insured.
Tell us about your project.
Send drawings, a survey or a few photos. We reply within 12 hours.
Ballagas Construction LLC
Miami, FL 33131
(786) 909-1601
contact@ballagasconstruction.com
Florida State Certified General Contractor CGC1530999
Licensed & Insured