Manatee, Hillsborough & Pinellas · Palmetto, FL
Home Remodeling & Additions in Manatee, Hillsborough & Pinellas
One licensed contractor who owns the whole job, start to finish. Hildebrand is a family-owned Florida Certified Building Contractor, licensed since 2009, with 22 years of hands-on experience. Kitchens, baths, additions, and impact windows, done right and finished on schedule.
Florida Certified Building Contractor · License CBC1257253 · Licensed since 2009
Built to make remodeling simple
Start with a free written estimate
One licensed contractor who owns the whole job, start to finish.
Remodeling your home should feel exciting, not stressful. With Hildebrand, a single licensed Florida contractor owns the entire project from the first visit to the final walk-through. You always know who is accountable, what happens next, and that the work is being done right.
You get the full scope, materials, timeline, and price in writing before any work begins, so the number you agree to is the number you pay. You also get a weekly update, so you are always in the loop. We pull every permit, pass every inspection, and finish what we start, on schedule.
In writing
scope, materials, timeline, and price before any work begins
One contractor
owns the whole job, no subs for you to coordinate
Stay in the loop
Weekly updates at every milestone
Remodeling and construction across Manatee, Hillsborough & Pinellas
From a single bathroom to a full second-story addition, Hildebrand Construction is the general contractor Manatee County homeowners call for remodeling in Bradenton and across Tampa Bay. One licensed contractor manages the whole project. Pick the work you have in mind.
Bathroom Remodels
Full bathroom remodels: tile, fixtures, vanities, walk-in showers, and tub-to-shower conversions.
Most finished in 2 to 4 weeks →Kitchen Remodels
Full kitchen remodels from layout redesign to cabinets, counters, tile, and finish.
Open up a closed kitchen →Impact Windows & Doors
Hurricane-rated impact windows and doors, installed to Florida code with the wind-mitigation paperwork for your insurer.
May lower your windstorm premium →Whole-Home Renovations
Multi-room and full-house renovations managed under one licensed contractor from demo through final inspection.
Weekly updates →Home Additions
Room additions and second-story additions, engineered, permitted, and built to Florida code.
Licensed for structural work →Home Restoration
Post-storm and post-damage residential rebuilds to Florida Building Code, with full insurance documentation.
Rebuilt to match your approved claim →Concrete Patios
Poured, formed, and finished concrete patios, walkways, and slabs built for Florida sun and rain.
Most poured in 3 to 5 days →Fence Installation
Wood, vinyl, and aluminum fence installation across Manatee, Hillsborough, and Pinellas counties.
Set to last through storm season →A licensed builder you can verify, on a job you can watch
Florida Licensed Since 2009
License CBC1257253, verifiable at myfloridalicense.com. Florida licensed since 2009, fully insured.
22 Years on the Tools
Josh worked his way up from helper to licensed contractor. He has personally built every type of project we offer.
Commercial-Grade Background
Josh ran builds for major retailers and national franchises across the southeast US. He brings that level of craftsmanship to your home.
One Contractor, Start to Finish
You are never handed off to a salesperson and then a stranger. One licensed contractor owns your build from estimate to final walk-through.
Family-Owned, Not a Rollup
Hildebrand is family-owned and built that way to stay. No private equity, no high-volume churn, no rotating crews.
Honest Written Estimates
Scope, materials, timeline, and warranty in writing before any work begins. The price you approve is the price you pay.
Recent projects across Manatee, Hillsborough & Pinellas
A look at recent projects from local homes. We are adding more as projects wrap, so the gallery keeps growing.
Want to see work like yours? Browse the full gallery or book a free consultation.
From first visit to final walk-through in five steps
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Free In-Home Consultation
We come out, walk the project with you, and listen to what you want. No trip fee, no pressure, no high-pressure sales pitch.
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Written Estimate and Plan
You get a detailed written estimate with scope, materials, timeline, and warranty in writing before any work begins. No surprises later.
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Permits and Schedule
We pull every required permit, line up the trades, and lock in a start date. You know exactly when we start and how long it takes.
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Build Under One Contractor
Our crew runs the job under one licensed contractor, with a written checklist at every milestone. You get a weekly update so you always know where the project stands.
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Final Walk-Through and Warranty
We walk the finished project with you, fix anything on the punch list, and hand over your written workmanship warranty and manufacturer documentation.
Rated 5.0 on Google by Manatee, Hillsborough & Pinellas homeowners
★★★★★
My experience with Hildebrand Construction & Remodeling was excellent from start to finish. The team was professional, dependable, and highly skilled. They clearly explained the remodeling process, completed the project on time, and delivered high-quality workmanship. The job site was kept clean, communication was smooth throughout, and the final results exceeded my expectations.
★★★★★
Quality. Flexibility. Communication. Those three things really stood out to me. Josh and his team did a fantastic job working around our busy schedule while keeping the project moving forward. The team was very professional.
★★★★★
Best construction company in Bradenton. I've been working with them on many job projects.
★★★★★
You can't find a better guy to work with. If you need anything, call Josh and his team.
Ready to talk through your project?
Call or text Josh and the team. We answer during business hours and follow up the next business day if we miss you.
Serving Manatee, Hillsborough & Pinellas, FL
From our Palmetto home base, we build across Manatee, Hillsborough, and Pinellas counties, including the high-end coastal markets of Anna Maria Island, Longboat Key, and Lakewood Ranch, and up through the Tampa Bay and St. Petersburg communities.
Hillsborough County
- Tampa
- Brandon
- Riverview
- Apollo Beach
- Ruskin
- Sun City Center
Pinellas County
- St. Petersburg
- Clearwater
- Largo
Don't see your city? Call or text (941) 284-2218. We travel for the right project.
Who you're hiring
Read Josh's story
Josh Hildebrand. Owner and licensed general contractor.
Josh started in construction at 20 years old and knew almost right away it was the right fit: the hard work, the fast pace, the problem-solving. He worked his way up from helper to licensed Florida Certified Building Contractor, earning his license in 2009, with 22 years of hands-on experience across the southeast.
Along the way he ran builds for major retailers and national franchises in the commercial space. He founded Hildebrand Construction & Remodeling to build a family-owned company he could stand behind, and he brings that commercial-grade craftsmanship to homes across Manatee, Hillsborough, and Pinellas counties.
"I put my license and my name on every project. You get one accountable contractor from the first visit to the final walk-through, with the scope and price in writing. That's the deal."
Josh Hildebrand, Owner · License CBC1257253
FL License
CBC1257253
Common questions about hiring a remodeling contractor in Florida
Are you licensed and insured in Florida?
Yes. Hildebrand Construction & Remodeling is a Florida Certified Building Contractor, license CBC1257253, and fully insured. We have been Florida-licensed since 2009, and Josh has 22 years of hands-on construction experience. You can verify our license at myfloridalicense.com.
Do you offer free estimates?
Yes. In-home consultations and written estimates are free. Call or text (941) 284-2218 to schedule.
How long does a typical project take?
Every project is different. A bathroom remodel is usually 2 to 4 weeks. A kitchen remodel is 4 to 8 weeks. A room or second-story addition runs 2 to 5 months depending on size and permits. You get a written timeline before any work begins.
Do you handle permits?
Yes. As a licensed Florida general contractor we pull every required permit and meet every Florida Building Code inspection. You do not have to coordinate any of that with the county yourself.
Will the price change once you start?
We put the full scope, materials, timeline, and price in writing before any work begins. If something genuinely unexpected comes up behind a wall, we talk to you and get your approval first, every time, so the price stays under your control.
What makes you different from the bigger remodeling companies?
Josh is the licensed contractor behind every project, and your job stays under one accountable contractor start to finish. You are not handed off to a salesperson and then a foreman you have never met. We are a family-owned business, Florida-licensed since 2009, and Josh has 22 years of hands-on experience including commercial-grade work for major retailers and national franchises. We bring that level of craftsmanship to your home.
Free In-Home Consultation. Honest Written Estimate.
No pressure, no obligation. We come out, listen, and put the scope and price in writing. Verify our license yourself at myfloridalicense.com.