Commercial Additions in Tampa Bay

We build all types of commercial additions including warehouse expansions, office building additions (horizontal and vertical), retail expansions, manufacturing facility additions, medical facility expansions, and second story additions. Each project type has unique requirements we address during pre-construction—from structural matching to utility extensions to occupied building coordination.

Yes, we regularly complete additions to occupied commercial facilities. This requires careful phasing, dust and noise control, secure separation between construction and operations, and coordination with your team. We develop construction plans that minimize impact on your business, schedule disruptive work during off-hours when possible, and maintain safe separation throughout construction.

We match additions to existing buildings structurally and aesthetically. This includes matching structural systems (steel, concrete, wood frame), exterior materials (brick, metal panels, stucco), roofing systems, and architectural details. During pre-construction, we assess existing conditions and specify materials that integrate seamlessly with your current facility.

Additions require extending utilities and building systems from the existing facility. We coordinate electrical service increases, HVAC extensions or new systems, plumbing connections, fire sprinkler extensions, and data/telecom infrastructure. System capacities are evaluated during pre-construction to ensure the existing infrastructure can support the addition or identify needed upgrades.

Yes, commercial additions require building permits, plan reviews, and inspections just like new construction. We manage all permitting including structural, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing permits. For additions to licensed facilities (medical, food service), we also coordinate specialized reviews. Permit timelines are built into project schedules.

Second story additions require structural evaluation of the existing building. We assess foundation capacity, existing structural systems, and determine what reinforcement is needed to support additional floors. This may include foundation strengthening, structural column additions, and elevator/stair construction. Not all buildings are candidates for vertical expansion—we provide honest assessments during pre-construction.

Commercial addition timelines vary by scope and complexity. Simple warehouse additions: 4-8 months. Office building additions: 6-12 months. Complex occupied facility expansions: 8-14 months. Second story additions may take longer due to structural work. We provide detailed schedules during pre-construction that account for occupied facility constraints.

Yes, we address parking requirements as part of addition projects. Building additions may trigger increased parking requirements under local zoning codes. We coordinate with site civil engineers, manage parking lot construction or expansion, and ensure compliance with zoning and ADA requirements. Some projects may require parking variances or alternative compliance.

We handle commercial additions ranging from $250,000 to $20 million or more. This includes modest warehouse expansions, significant office building additions, and large-scale manufacturing facility expansions. Our $10M+ bonding capacity allows us to take on substantial addition projects while maintaining the attention required for smaller expansions.

This depends on your specific situation. Additions make sense when: your location is valuable, relocation would disrupt operations, land is available for expansion, and the existing building can support expansion. Relocation may be better when: extensive renovation is also needed, expansion needs exceed available land, or a new location offers strategic advantages. We can help evaluate your options during consultation.