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Most construction projects in Miami cost between $10,620 and $53,100 for a single-room remodel, while a full home addition runs $53,100 to $153,400 and a detached ADU runs $106,200 to $259,600. A standard kitchen remodel lands at $16,520 to $53,100, a bathroom remodel at $10,620 to $33,040, and a roof replacement at $9,440 to $23,600. Those ranges cover materials, labor, permits, and cleanup for the Miami market in 2026.
We’re Mason Remodeling, part of the Threshold Group family of home-service companies, and we’ve been doing general contracting, bathroom remodeling, and whole-home remodeling since 2004. One thing we do differently: you get a written price before any work starts, every time. No verbal estimates that grow on the final bill. Before we get into numbers, know that we answer the phone with a live person 24 hours a day, so if you’d rather just talk it through, call (803) 680-2547 and we’ll walk you through your project.
Key Takeaways
- Single-room remodels in Miami: $10,620 to $53,100 depending on scope and materials.
- Roof replacement: $9,440 to $23,600. Metal roofing jumps to $17,700 to $47,200.
- Home addition: $53,100 to $153,400. ADU construction: $106,200 to $259,600.
- Miami-Dade’s wind-load and impact requirements add cost that inland markets don’t carry.
- Written price before work starts, 365-Day Done Right Promise on every project.
Construction Cost Breakdown (2026)
Here are the ranges we see across Miami neighborhoods like Little Havana, Coral Way, Kendall, and Edgewater. These reflect real bids, not national averages pulled from a database. Square footage, finish level, and whether walls need to move all shift the number.
| Project Type | Typical Cost Range |
|---|---|
| Kitchen Remodel | $16,520 – $53,100 |
| Small Kitchen Remodel | $10,620 – $23,600 |
| Cabinet Installation | $4,720 – $15,340 |
| Countertop Installation | $2,360 – $7,670 |
| Backsplash Installation | $945 – $2,950 |
| Kitchen Island Installation | $3,540 – $11,800 |
| Bathroom Remodel | $10,620 – $33,040 |
| Small Bathroom Remodel | $5,900 – $14,160 |
| Walk-In Shower Installation | $5,310 – $14,160 |
| Tub-to-Shower Conversion | $4,130 – $11,800 |
| Shower Replacement | $3,540 – $10,030 |
| Bathroom Vanity Installation | $945 – $3,540 |
| Roof Replacement | $9,440 – $23,600 |
| Roof Repair | $470 – $2,125 |
| Metal Roof Installation | $17,700 – $47,200 |
| Tile Roof Repair | $710 – $2,950 |
| Impact Window Installation | $9,440 – $29,500 |
| Window Replacement | $5,310 – $17,700 |
| Paver Driveway Installation | $8,260 – $21,240 |
| Concrete Driveway Installation | $5,310 – $14,160 |
| Asphalt Driveway Paving | $4,130 – $10,620 |
| Driveway Replacement | $5,900 – $16,520 |
| Driveway Sealing | $295 – $825 |
| Paver Patio Installation | $4,130 – $12,980 |
| Vinyl Fence Installation | $4,130 – $10,620 |
| Aluminum Fence Installation | $4,720 – $11,800 |
| Home Addition | $53,100 – $153,400 |
| ADU Construction | $106,200 – $259,600 |
| Garage Conversion | $35,400 – $94,400 |
What pushes a project toward the high end? Three things usually. First, the finish level: a KraftMaid cabinet line with a Silestone counter sits well above builder-grade. Second, structural work: moving a load-bearing wall or adding square footage costs more than swapping what’s already there. Third, permit and inspection load. In Miami-Dade, anything touching the roof, exterior envelope, or windows pulls in wind-load documentation that inland markets just don’t have. If you want a real number for your specific house, call (803) 680-2547 for a free estimate, and we’ll put the price in writing before anyone shows up.
What Affects Construction Pricing in Miami
- Wind-load and impact requirements. Miami-Dade County runs on one of the strictest building codes in the country. That throws the price of impact windows ($9,440 to $29,500) well above the $5,310 to $17,700 you’d pay for standard replacement. Roofs need the same treatment, which is why a metal roof here runs $17,700 to $47,200.
- Salt air and humidity. If you’re near the coast in neighborhoods like Miami Beach or Key Biscayne, corrosion hits fasteners, flashing, and metal roofing harder than it does inland. We specify materials rated for coastal exposure, and that shows up in the budget.
- Permit complexity. Miami-Dade and the City of Miami both require permits for anything structural, and inspections add weeks and cost to a job. An ADU or home addition often triggers a separate review cycle that a simple bathroom refresh never sees.
- Hurricane season scheduling. From June through November, exterior work gets interrupted by weather. Roofers and pavers book out further, and that demand pressure nudges prices up compared to the dry winter months. Interior work runs steadier.
- Material grade. Cabinet installation alone runs $4,720 to $15,340 depending on whether you’re hanging stock boxes or a KraftMaid or Wellborn semi-custom line. Countertops range from $2,360 for entry-level quartz to $7,670 for a Silestone or Cambria slab with complex edge work.
- Older housing stock. A lot of homes in Little Havana and Coral Way predate modern plumbing and wiring. Once we open a wall, we sometimes find galvanized pipe or ungrounded circuits that have to be brought up to code before the visible work starts.
We work with specification-grade partnerships across cabinetry, surfaces, fixtures, roofing, and hardscaping, so you get vetted professional-grade products through us instead of hunting down a dozen vendors. If you want to see what that looks like for your project, you can start on our home page and follow the project type that fits.
What it costs to fix versus replace
This is one of the first questions homeowners ask, and the answer usually comes down to age and damage. A roof repair ($470 to $2,125) makes sense if the flashing is the problem and the shingles are under 15 years old. But if you’re looking at a tile roof with cracked underlayment across multiple fields, repair costs creep toward the replacement range ($9,440 to $23,600) and you’re better off replacing.
Kitchens and baths follow similar logic. A bathroom vanity installation ($945 to $3,540) is a straightforward upgrade. A full bathroom remodel ($10,620 to $33,040) is worth it when the tile, plumbing, and layout all need attention at once. Piecemealing a tired bathroom tends to cost more in the long run, because you pay labor twice and open the same walls twice.
Do you need permits in Miami?
Yes for anything structural, electrical, plumbing, roofing, or window-related. Miami-Dade and the City of Miami don’t allow unpermitted work on those categories, and if you try to skip it, you’ll have trouble at resale and insurance renewal. Cosmetic changes like paint and backsplash tile usually don’t need a permit. We handle the paperwork for our clients, and it’s baked into the written price you get before we start.
How to Save on Construction
You can’t cut cost without cutting scope, but you can spend the same money more intelligently. A few things we’ve seen work in Miami:
- Phase the project. A whole-home remodel is cheaper in total than three separate small jobs, but if cash flow is tight, doing the kitchen one winter and the bathroom the next spreads the cost without paying a penalty.
- Keep plumbing and gas fixtures where they are. Moving a sink or stove across a kitchen adds real money because it means new runs and new permits. If you can live with the current layout, you’ll save more than any appliance upgrade would cost.
- Choose semi-custom over fully custom cabinetry. KraftMaid and Wellborn lines look sharp and cost meaningfully less than a fully custom build. Most homeowners can’t tell the difference in a finished kitchen.
- Schedule exterior work outside hurricane season. Paving, roofing, and exterior painting typically bid tighter in the dry months when crews aren’t juggling rain delays.
- Get your price in writing before you sign anything. Verbal estimates are how surprise invoices happen. We put the number in writing as standard, never as an upgrade, so you know exactly what every line costs before tools come out.
Compare our written quote against anything else you get. If the numbers don’t work, we’ll tell you honestly what to cut. Free estimates, no pressure: (803) 680-2547.
Why homeowners choose us for Miami projects
Opening the door to a stranger is a real decision, especially if you’re home alone or have kids around. That’s why every Mason Remodeling crew member is background-checked and identity-verified under what we call The Threshold Standard. You get the technician’s name and photo before the visit, they show up in a clean marked uniform, and they show a photo ID badge at the door. No surprises, no strangers at your threshold.
Every completed project carries a written guarantee with terms spelled out plainly, including what’s covered and what isn’t, for 365 days from the completion date. That’s our 365-Day Done Right Promise. If something we built or installed fails inside that window, we come back and make it right at no cost to you. If a repair or installation fails, the return visit is free, period.
FAQs – Construction Cost in Miami
How much does a kitchen remodel cost in Miami?
A full kitchen remodel in Miami runs $16,520 to $53,100. Small kitchens land between $10,620 and $23,600. Cabinet installation alone is $4,720 to $15,340, countertops are $2,360 to $7,670, and a backsplash is $945 to $2,950. The split comes down mostly to layout changes, cabinet grade, and whether you’re opening a wall. Call (803) 680-2547 for an exact quote; estimates are free.
How much does a bathroom remodel cost in Miami?
A standard bathroom remodel in Miami costs $10,620 to $33,040. Small bathrooms run $5,900 to $14,160. If you’re converting a tub to a walk-in shower, expect $5,310 to $14,160 for the shower alone, or $4,130 to $11,800 for a full tub-to-shower conversion. Vanity installation is one of the cheaper upgrades at $945 to $3,540. Call (803) 680-2547 and we’ll put a number in writing before we start.
Is it cheaper to repair or replace a roof in Miami?
It depends on age and damage. Roof repair runs $470 to $2,125, and tile roof repair is $710 to $2,950. But if the roof is past 15 years or you’re seeing damage across multiple sections, full replacement at $9,440 to $23,600 is usually the better spend. Metal roofing is $17,700 to $47,200 and lasts dramatically longer, which can be worth it if you’re staying in the home. Call (803) 680-2547 for a free roof inspection and a written price.
How much does it cost to build an ADU in Miami?
ADU construction in Miami runs $106,200 to $259,600, depending on size, foundation type, and finish level. A garage conversion to living space sits lower, at $35,400 to $94,400, and a full home addition is $53,100 to $153,400. Miami-Dade permitting for ADUs takes longer than a typical remodel, so plan for a longer timeline alongside the cost. Call (803) 680-2547 to talk through your specific property.
Can you come today for an estimate?
Yes, in most cases we can schedule a same-day or next-day estimate, and if you call outside business hours a live person still answers. Estimates are always free. Before the visit you’ll receive your estimator’s name and photo, and they’ll show a photo ID badge at your door. Call (803) 680-2547 and we’ll get you on the schedule.
Why is construction more expensive in Miami than in other Florida markets?
Three reasons. Miami-Dade County enforces one of the strictest wind-load and impact codes in the country, so roofs and windows carry prices that inland markets don’t ($9,440 to $29,500 for impact windows versus $5,310 to $17,700 for standard). Coastal salt air forces us to specify more expensive corrosion-rated materials. And permit review takes longer, which adds cost and time to every structural job. Call (803) 680-2547 if you want to compare your project against what you’ve been quoted elsewhere.
Pricing reflects the Miami market as of 2026. Mason Remodeling offers free estimates – call (803) 680-2547.
Written by Isaac Pruett, Owner at Mason Remodeling, serving Miami since 2004.
What Our Customers Say
"Opened up the wall between kitchen and dining room. They handled the beam and permit and the floor transitions look seamless."
- Wendy A."Kitchen remodel with new cabinets, quartz counters, and a tile backsplash. Crew had ID and were background checked. Kept the work area clean and sealed off dust from the rest of the house."
- Janice D."Good work on the hall bath. They found a rotted subfloor, which added cost, but showed me photos and a clear price first."
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