COST-PLUS NEW HOME CONSTRUCTION

Cutting Edge Homes & Renovations of SWFL

We believe homeowners deserve complete transparency, honesty, and control over their investment. Ask how we are different.

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Top Rated Contractor

ABOUT US

As a family-owned, father-and-son company...

integrity isn’t a marketing slogan for us—it’s how we’ve done business for decades. Our reputation is built on treating every home as if it were our own and every client as if they were family.

About Us

What a Cost-Plus Contract Means for You

Full Transparency

You see exactly where your money goes. Materials, labor, permits, and subcontractor costs are fully itemized and open for review.


Upfront Contractor Pricing

Our fee is clearly defined from the start—no hidden markups, no surprises, no inflated change orders.


Viewable Bill Payments

Homeowners can see that vendors and subcontractors are paid properly and on time, protecting your project and your property from liens or delays.


Collaborative Project Approach

We don’t disappear once the contract is signed. We work with you, not just for you—helping guide decisions, offer options, and keep the project aligned with your vision and budget.

35+ Years

100s of Homes

Fully Licensed

Transparent

35+ Years

100s of Homes

Fully Licensed

Transparent

The Cutting Edge Difference

We don’t believe trust should be assumed—we believe it should be earned and proven. Cost-Plus contracting allows us to operate with complete openness while delivering high-quality craftsmanship, clear communication, and peace of mind.

General Contractor

License # CGC1529386

Roofing Contractor

License # CCC1331068

Pool Contractor

License # CPC1460287

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What Our Clients Say

Fully Licensed & Qualified

We are a fully licensed General Contractor, Pool Contractor, and Roofing Contractor, ensuring your project is done legally, safely, and to code—without shortcuts.


Why This Matters


Unfortunately, many homeowners have been burned by contractors who:


  • Hide profits in inflated pricing
  • Collect large deposits and disappear
  • Cut corners or fail to pay subcontractors
  • Leave homeowners exposed to liens and unfinished work


A Cost-Plus contract eliminates those risks by creating accountability on both sides. You stay informed, protected, and in control every step of the way.

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By Cutting Edge HNR April 21, 2026
You're planning a new home in Cape Coral or Fort Myers. The tile shower sounds perfect for those humid mornings. Then the quotes arrive, and numbers climb fast. Labor shortages, material swings, and local codes push tile shower costs higher in 2026. Homeowners often face surpr...
By Cutting Edge HNR April 21, 2026
Buying the lot is only the first yes. In many Southwest Florida communities, the HOA gets the next vote, and that step can add both cost and time before your home even reaches the permit counter. In 2026, HOA approval costs for new construction usually fall far below your full...
By Cutting Edge HNR April 19, 2026
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