- Licensed general contractor · FL #CGC1538852
Custom home builder in Lake County
Ground-up custom homes on your lot, managed end to end by one accountable contractor who also holds the roofing license. Design coordination, permitting, Florida wind-code structural work and construction, under one contract.
Tell us about the build
Pick where you are in the process, hold a consultation window, leave a number. We call to confirm, then you get an honest read on scope and budget.
Step 1 of 3
What do you need?
- What we build
The home, and everything attached to it
Teardown & site clearing
Building on a lot with a structure on it? Permitted demolition, utilities disconnected, every load hauled to licensed disposal before the first footing.
Demolition
New construction roofing
Shingle, metal, and tile roof systems installed to the engineered plan and tied cleanly into the structure by a certified roofing contractor.
New construction roofing
Room additions & second stories
Already own a home? Additions, second stories and whole-home renovations as a licensed GC, tied into the roof we already know.
Home additions
Garages
Detached garages, attached garage additions and garage-to-living-space conversions built to Florida wind code.
Garage construction
Kitchens & baths
The rooms that set a custom home apart — cabinetry, counters, tile, lighting and plumbing, designed and built by the same crew.
Kitchen remodeling
Siding & exterior
Vinyl, fiber cement, and James Hardie siding plus complete exterior construction, from the same licensed team.
Siding installation
Every build runs under our general contracting license. Replacing instead of building? Roof replacement and bathroom remodeling have their own pages. Ask us anything →
- Why the license matters
Why a Licensed General Contractor Matters When You Build
A custom home requires a state-licensed general contractor in Florida—it is not optional, and it protects you. A licensed GC carries liability insurance and workers' compensation, pulls permits in their own name, and is legally accountable for the work. Building without one, or with an unlicensed 'builder,' leaves you personally exposed and can make the home difficult to insure or sell.
Coordination is the real job. A single home brings together site work, foundation, framing, roofing, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, drywall, and finishes—each with its own crew, schedule, and inspection. The general contractor sequences all of it, keeps trades from working over each other, schedules inspections in the right order, and keeps the build moving. That coordination is what separates a home delivered on time from one that stalls for months.
Florida's code is among the strictest in the country, especially for wind. Roof-to-wall connections, impact protection, and the structural load path all have to be engineered and verified. We build to that standard from the foundation up, document everything for your permit file and insurer, and pass inspections the first time—which keeps your schedule and your budget intact.
Licensed & insured · CCC1335465 · CCC1332012 · CGC1538852 · CRC1332909
Consult & plan
We discuss your vision, budget, lot and timeline, and give you an honest read on what's realistic before you spend a dollar on plans.
Permit & engineer
Sealed engineering, building and trade permits, and Lake County plan review — handled by us, in our license.
Build to CO
Foundation, structure, dry-in, systems and finishes, each inspected at the proper stage, through to certificate of occupancy and a final walkthrough together.
- About this work
Expert Custom Home Building Services in Lake County
Pro Specialty Services is a licensed Florida general contractor (CGC1538852) building custom homes across Lake County. Building a home from the ground up is the largest project most families ever take on, and the contractor you choose decides whether it runs smoothly or becomes a years-long headache. We take it on as a single accountable partner: one license, one point of contact, one team responsible for the result.
Owner Caleb Hutchinson personally oversees every build. That matters most at the moments that decide a home's quality—the foundation pour, the dry-in, the structural inspections—where shortcuts are invisible until they fail. As a contractor that is also a certified roofing contractor (CCC1335465), we understand how the building envelope, structure, and roof system have to work together to survive Central Florida's heat, humidity, and hurricane season.
We build for homeowners on their own lot and for buyers who want a true custom home rather than a production builder's fixed catalog. Whether you bring finished architectural plans or start with a rough idea on a napkin, we help you turn it into a permitted, buildable, code-compliant home. Explore our general contracting services, our new construction roofing, or contact us for a free consultation.
We serve Eustis, Mount Dora, Tavares, Leesburg, Lady Lake, Clermont, The Villages, and the surrounding Lake County communities. Every home is built to the engineered plan, inspected to Florida Building Code, and backed by clear written documentation.
- Why homeowners pick us
- Licensed & Insured. Florida general contractor CGC1538852 plus certified roofing contractor CCC1335465—fully licensed and insured.
- Single Point of Accountability. One contractor responsible for the entire build—no finger-pointing between trades.
- Owner Involvement. Caleb personally oversees every project at the stages that decide a home's quality.
- Whole-Building Expertise. Roofing and general contracting knowledge means the envelope, structure, and roof are designed to work together.
- Permit & Inspection Handling. We manage every permit and inspection with Lake County Building Services.
- Florida Wind-Code Builds. Engineered to current Florida Building Code wind-load requirements from the foundation up.
- Clear Documentation. Written scope, draw schedule, lien releases, and as-built and warranty documents at closeout.
- Step by step
Our Custom Home Building Process
Free Consultation
We discuss your vision, budget, lot, and timeline—and give you an honest read on what's realistic before you spend a dollar on plans.
Design & Pre-Construction
Plan development or review, material and allowance selections, and a detailed written scope and budget so there are no surprises later.
Permitting & Engineering
Sealed engineering, building and trade permits, and Lake County plan review—handled by us, in our license.
Site Work & Foundation
Clearing, grading, utilities, and the engineered foundation. Inspected before we build on it.
Framing, Roof & Dry-In
Structural framing, roof system, windows and doors, and a watertight dry-in—followed by framing and roof inspections.
Systems & Finishes
Electrical, plumbing, HVAC, insulation, drywall, and all interior and exterior finishes, each inspected at the proper stage.
Final Inspection & Closeout
Punch list, final county inspection, certificate of occupancy, warranty documentation, and a final walkthrough together.
What Building a Custom Home With Us Includes
We manage the full build as one coordinated project:
Design & Plan Coordination
Work from your architect's plans or help you develop them. We review for buildability, code compliance, and cost before a permit is ever pulled—catching expensive problems on paper, not on site.
Site Evaluation & Lot Prep
Survey review, setback and lot-coverage checks, soil and grading considerations, and flood-zone assessment. Lake County lots vary widely—what works on one parcel can fail on the next.
Permitting & Engineering
We coordinate sealed structural engineering, pull the building permit and all trade permits, and manage the Lake County plan-review process so your project clears the county the first time.
Foundation & Structure
Engineered slab or stem-wall foundation, framing, and the complete structural load path built to Florida wind-load requirements—the bones that determine how the home performs for decades.
Building Envelope & Roof
As a certified roofing contractor, we tie the roof system cleanly into the structure with proper underlayment, secondary water barrier, and engineered roof-to-wall connections.
Finishes & Walkthrough
Interior and exterior finishes, a documented punch list, final inspection, certificate of occupancy, and complete warranty and as-built documentation handed to you at closeout.
Permitting, Wind Code & Financing in Florida
The three things that most affect a custom build in our market:
Lake County Permitting
A new home requires a building permit plus separate electrical, plumbing, and mechanical permits, each with its own inspections. We manage the full county process and the inspection schedule so nothing stalls the build.
Florida Wind-Code & Structural
Most of Lake County is in the 130 mph wind zone. Roof-to-wall connections, the structural load path, and impact or shutter protection must be engineered and verified—built in from the start, not added later.
Construction Financing
Most custom homes use a construction loan that converts to a mortgage, with the lender disbursing in draws as work passes inspection. We provide the detailed scope, schedule, and lien releases your lender requires at each draw.
Budgeting the Build
Price per square foot is only a sanity check; two homes the same size can differ widely on finishes alone. Plan from a line-item scope, put real dollar allowances on cabinets, counters, flooring and fixtures, hold 10–15% back as contingency, and price site work, utilities (well and septic or city hookups) and any flood-zone elevation before you commit to a lot.
Realistic Timeline
A typical Lake County custom home runs roughly 8–14 months from permit to certificate of occupancy, depending on size, complexity, and weather. We give you a real schedule up front and keep you updated against it.
Additions, remodels & roofing in Lake County
Our roofing and exterior expertise integrate directly into every build:
Home Additions & Renovations
Already own a home? We also build room additions, second stories, and whole-home renovations as a licensed GC.
New Construction Roofing
Shingle, metal, and tile roof systems installed to the engineered plan and tied cleanly into the structure.
Roof Replacement
Complete roof replacement on existing homes, with quality materials and manufacturer warranties.
Siding & Exterior
Vinyl, fiber cement, and James Hardie siding plus complete exterior construction.
5.0 on Google
Lake County custom home builder reviews · every review is real and in full
“the whole project done in one day”
“We Love our new back deck Caleb was quick and efficient with the whole project done in one day.”
“The quality of the finished product exceeded my expectations”Phap Phan · General Contracting · September
“very thorough and professional job”Cliff Patterson · General Contracting · September
“They paid great attention to detail”barbara busbee · General Contracting · September
“required skill and knowledge, and they were great”Lynne Thall · General Contracting · July
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- FAQ
Custom home building questions in Lake County
Don't see your question? Call and the owner picks up.
Are you licensed to build custom homes in Florida?
Yes. Our Florida General Contractor license is CGC1538852, and we're also a certified roofing contractor (CCC1335465). A state-licensed general contractor is required to build a home in Florida. You can verify our licenses at myfloridalicense.com.
Can you build on a lot I already own?
Absolutely. Building on your own lot is one of the most common ways to get a true custom home. We'll evaluate the lot for setbacks, lot coverage, utilities, grading, and flood zone, and confirm what can be built before you commit.
Do I need finished architectural plans before I call you?
No. You can bring finished plans, or start with just an idea and a budget. We help develop or refine plans, coordinate sealed engineering, and review everything for buildability and code compliance before any permit is pulled.
How long does it take to build a custom home in Lake County?
A typical custom home runs roughly 8 to 14 months from permit issuance to certificate of occupancy, depending on size, complexity, and weather. We provide a realistic schedule up front and keep you updated against it throughout the build.
How much does it cost to build a custom home here?
Cost depends heavily on size, finishes, lot conditions, and design complexity, so we don't quote per-square-foot numbers blind. After a consultation and a look at your plans and lot, we provide a detailed written scope and budget. Our cost-to-build guide covers the major line items in detail.
Do you handle permits and inspections?
Yes. We pull the building permit and all trade permits (electrical, plumbing, mechanical) in our license, manage the Lake County plan-review process, and schedule every required inspection through to certificate of occupancy.
How does construction financing work?
Most custom homes use a construction loan that converts to a mortgage. The lender disburses funds in draws as work passes inspection. We provide the detailed scope, schedule, and lien releases your lender needs at each draw, and we're happy to coordinate directly with your lender.
What areas do you build in?
We build throughout Lake County Florida, including Eustis, Mount Dora, Tavares, Leesburg, Lady Lake, Clermont, The Villages, and surrounding communities.
Ready to build on your lot?
A consultation, a lot review and a written scope cost nothing. One license, one contract, one accountable builder.
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Services we pair with custom home building
Trades we recommend scoping together if we're already on-site.
- Service area · Lake Co FL
Custom Home Building across Lake County.
25 cities, one licensed crew. Same warranty, same phone number whether you're in Eustis or Minneola.
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