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Kelly Smoak Construction

Name: Kelly Smoak Construction
Address: FL, US
Telephone: (727) 201-4806

★ 4.9

Remodeling

5 years ago STRONGLY RECOMMEND!!! We had our kitchen, bathroom and flooring completed by Kelly Smoak Construction. Mary, Kelly and their team have been incredibly professional, communicative, kind and a pleasu... Show more Posted on Beth May 5 years ago Kelly and Mary have been a pleasure to work with. From the first contact to then end of the job they were responsive to all communications. They are able tp visualize from verbal descriptions and... Show more Posted on Kristin Kelly 5 years ago I interviewed multiple contractors and Kelly was the most fair pricing. He was extremely communicative and responsive. Did a great job on my master suite remodel and was a huge help with the permit... Show more Posted on Erik S 5 years ago Great to work with, very responsive, good quality, and excellent pricing. Thanks to Kelly and Mary for a pleasant experience overall. They were very flexible and accommodating with working around... Show more Posted on Maria Solanki 5 years ago This company is amazing :-) when looking for a contractor and construction company I need someone who is honest and not going to overcharge me. it's easy to be taking advantage of but what I love a... Show more Posted on Katie Smith 4 years ago This was my first big remodel - converting and old sunroom into an actual room to make it a better space and stop the water damage that was happening during the Florida summers. Kelly is the GC and... Show more Posted on david rickman 4 years ago After dreaming about adding on to our house for 15 years, Kelly made our dreams come true. We couldn't be more happier with the work that was done. We now have a true master suite and indoor laun... Show more Posted on Mia Rao 4 years ago I do want to thank you for removing the debris in the front yard. I noticed you even cleaned up the broken blocks and pipes that were in the alley, so thank you for that. They are working on my ne... Show more Posted on Claudia Hoefferle 4 years ago We began working with Kelly Smoak Construction in the winter of 2020 after our home was flooded by Hurricane Eta. It was a crazy time for us and definitely a first dealing with this type of situat... Show more Posted on Taylor Geiger 4 years ago I hired Kelly Smoak construction to do my bathroom in my new house and I couldn’t be happier with the results! Mary and Kelly went above and beyond to make my bathroom exactly how I wanted it. If y... Show more Posted on en wynn 3 years ago Very helpful and answered all my questions I had throughly . Would recommended to everybody ! Posted on Byron Smyrniotis 4 years ago Jay is a fantastic guy. He even came to St Louis to change all of our door locks!! Posted on Jillian Iler 4 years ago This is the type of company you want to work with! Thank you for everything! Posted on tony ly 3 years ago Very prompt and professional . Performed quality work . Posted on Susan Annis 5 years ago I recently had my kitchen remodeled. Not only are Kelly and Mary a pleasure to work with, their attention to detail and open communication are great. I love my new kitchen and highly recommend them. Posted on Matthew Weidner 5 years ago I've worked with Kelly and his wife for several years now, and I can confirm their stellar reputation is well-earned. Their quality is exceptional and they follow up and respond to all questions an... Show more Posted on Steven Shumaker 6 years ago My wife and I bought a home in Shore Acres, that needed a little TLC which included completely remodeling two bathrooms. We found Kelly Smoak Construction on NextDoor, and after meeting with Kelly ... Show more Posted on Rachel Dawkins 6 years ago Kelly and Mary did two projects for me: a guest bath remodel and a master suite remodel. They were great to work with, always on time and kept me updated about progress and Mary was super helpful w... Show more Posted on Rosie Lorenzo 5 years ago My Husband and I were looking to do remodeling in our house. We contacted several companies and the one we decided to go with was Kelly Smoak Construction Inc. From the minute we contacted them, ... Show more Posted on Nicole Lovett 5 years ago We loved working with Kelly Smoak Construction! Kelly and Mary really go above and beyond to make sure you are taken care of throughout the entire process. In addition to exceptional work, I real... Show more Posted on Julie S. 5 years ago STRONGLY RECOMMEND!!! We had our kitchen, bathroom and flooring completed by Kelly Smoak Construction. Mary, Kelly and their team have been incredibly professional, communicative, kind and a pleasu... Show more Posted on Beth May 5 years ago Kelly and Mary have been a pleasure to work with. From the first contact to then end of the job they were responsive to all communications. They are able tp visualize from verbal descriptions and... Show more Posted on Kristin Kelly 5 years ago I intervie...

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Contractor and licensing FAQs

How do I verify a contractor is licensed?
Start by asking the contractor directly for their license number and the issuing authority. Licensing is trade-specific: plumbers and HVAC mechanics are typically licensed through your state's plumbing and mechanical systems licensing board; electrical contractors are licensed through your state's electrical licensing authority; general construction contractors register with your state licensing board. You can look up license status online through your state's professional licensing bureau online or through your state's contractor registration database. Before any work begins, also ask for a current certificate of general liability insurance and workers' compensation coverage. Confirm the coverage limits are adequate for your project—at minimum $1 million in general liability. EdgeLocal profiles include ratings and direct contact info, but license verification must be confirmed directly with the contractor and the relevant state agency.
Should I get multiple quotes from contractors?
Yes—always get at least two or three quotes before hiring any contractor for significant work. Multiple quotes let you compare price, scope, materials, and timeline, and help you spot outliers: a quote significantly lower than others may indicate missing scope or cut corners, while a much higher quote may not be justified. When collecting quotes, give each contractor a clear description of the project so you can make accurate comparisons. Ask each to break out labor and materials separately when possible, and confirm what's included: demolition, permits, materials, cleanup, and warranty. Ask for estimated start dates and project duration as well. Use EdgeLocal to quickly find several rated contractors in your area so you can start the quote process without extensive additional research.

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