Construction Resources Florida | Essential Guides & Tools for Professionals
Trusted Knowledge for Smarter Projects and Smoother Resolutions
Whether you’re starting a build, facing a dispute, or navigating a complex insurance claim, knowledge is power.
This resource hub is designed for Florida contractors, homeowners, developers, adjusters, and attorneys who want to avoid costly delays, stay compliant, and resolve issues the right way.
Explore educational guides, legal insights, and time-saving tools curated by a seasoned construction and mediation professional with over 20 years of field experience.
Educational Guides
Understanding Construction Disputes
Prevention is cheaper than resolution.
Learn how construction conflicts begin and what you can do to avoid them from day one.
- Construction Dispute Prevention Guide (Coming Soon – PDF)
Root causes of disputes, common red flags, and documentation tips. - When to Choose Mediation vs. Litigation
A decision-making matrix comparing cost, timelines, and risk, especially in Florida construction law.
Mediation Preparation Resources
Enter Mediation Informed & Prepared
Mediation works best when you know what to expect.
These guides help you show up organized, focused, and confident.
- Preparing for Construction Mediation (Coming Soon – Downloadable Checklist)
Includes what to bring, how to prepare your documents, and questions to ask your mediator. - Your Role in Mediation: Explained Simply
What you can (and can’t) say, confidentiality rules, and how to make your voice heard in the process.
Insurance Appraisal & Umpire Education
Turn Property Damage Into Proper Valuation
When disaster hits, clear documentation and fair appraisals can mean the difference between getting paid and being shortchanged.
- The Insurance Appraisal Process – Explained
Learn how the appraisal clause works, when to invoke it, and what an umpire actually does. - Property Damage Documentation Guide (Coming Soon)
A field-tested checklist for taking photos, tracking repairs, and organizing insurance paperwork.
Legal & Regulatory Insights
Florida Construction Law, Made Practical
Because you shouldn’t need a law degree to protect your rights.
Construction Lien Law Basics
Step-by-step guidance on notices, deadlines, lien filing, and enforcement—built for contractors and owners.
Key Construction Contract Clauses
Understand change orders, performance terms, payment triggers, and resolution clauses before signing.
Florida Building Code & Permitting
Track code updates, hurricane resistance rules, energy and ADA requirements, and what permits you actually need.
Forms, Templates & Tools
Checklists, Templates & Tools
Downloadable forms and templates to make documentation and compliance easier.
- Coming Soon: Construction Delay Log Template
- Coming Soon: Cost Estimation Worksheet for Homeowners
- Coming Soon: Damage Inspection Checklist (Residential & Commercial)
Industry Knowledge Tools
Smarter Estimating Starts with the Right References
- Construction cost databases and labor rate info
- Regional pricing trends and material cost trackers
- Scope of work templates and repair estimating sheets
- Damage assessment and inspection checklists
Recommended Professionals
Vetted Contacts When You Need Backup
- Construction attorneys (contract & dispute specialists)
- Public adjusters and licensed insurance appraisers
- Expert witnesses for construction claims
- Florida construction associations & advisory groups
Bilingual Resource Center
Spanish-Language Support for South Florida Clients
Building trust through clarity—en español.
- Spanish translations of key guides (Coming Soon)
- Bilingual FAQs and mediation prep documents
- Spanish-language consultation request form
- Cultural considerations in conflict resolution
Industry News & Insights
Stay Current with What Affects Your Project
- Construction law updates & legal trends
- Florida building code revisions
- Real mediation case studies & lessons learned
- Monthly email digests (subscribe below)
Frequently Asked Questions
Construction Consulting
- How long does permit expediting take?
- What are typical code violation resolution timelines?
- What information is needed to start?
Mediation & Arbitration
- What’s the difference between mediation and arbitration?
- Who pays for the mediation process?
- What if mediation doesn’t lead to settlement?
Appraisal & Umpire Services
- When is an umpire necessary?
- Who selects the umpire?
- How long does the appraisal process take?
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