Service area
Custom Homes, Pools & Remodeling in Hillsborough County
From older neighborhoods in Tampa to the newer communities of Brandon, Riverview and Lutz, Zeta Construction builds custom homes and pools, remodels and adds on to existing homes, and renovates pools that need new life.
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Homes
- New, remodels & additions
- Pools
- New, renovations & add-ons
- Licenses
- General Contractor CGC1540964 · Pool Contractor CPC1461612
Florida licensedGeneral Contractor CGC1540964Pool Contractor CPC1461612
Service areaPasco · Hillsborough · Pinellas · Manatee · Sarasota counties
One builderHome, pool & outdoor living
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Hillsborough County
Building homes and pools in Hillsborough
In Tampa, many projects start with an older home on a tight city lot. In South Tampa, Seminole Heights and the neighborhoods around them, owners remodel and add on to homes built decades ago, or replace them with a new custom home. Zeta Construction handles both, and plans a pool that fits the lot when there is room for one.
Beyond the city, Brandon, Riverview, Valrico, Lutz and Westchase are full of newer homes in planned communities. Most owners here want to complete the backyard: a pool with a spa, a screen enclosure, a paver deck, a covered lanai or a summer kitchen, approved by the HOA and permitted by the county.
Along the bay, from Davis Islands and the Bayshore area to Apollo Beach and Ruskin, the water sets the rules. Flood elevation, the 50% rule for existing homes and materials that hold up to salt air are part of the plan from the first meeting.
What we build
Our services in Hillsborough County
Build new, renovate or repair. These are the projects homeowners here ask us for most.
Construction Services
New Custom Homes
From the plan to the keys, on your lot: design coordination, permits and construction with one builder.
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Pool Services
Custom Pools
Concrete pools and spas designed for your yard, with the deck, lighting and enclosure planned together.
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Construction Services
Whole-Home Remodeling
Renovate, repair and upgrade every room: kitchens, baths, layouts, roofs, windows and systems.
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Home Additions
More space that looks original to the house: suites, bedrooms, great rooms and conversions.
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Pool Services
Screen Enclosures
Aluminum pool and patio enclosures engineered for Florida wind codes, plus re-screening and repairs.
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Pool Services
Pool Renovations
Resurfacing, tile, crack and leak repair, new equipment and lighting for the pool you already have.
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What to know before building in Hillsborough
Every county and city has its own rules and conditions. We plan for them from the first drawing, so the permit and the inspections go smoothly.
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City of Tampa or Hillsborough County
Tampa, Temple Terrace and Plant City run their own building departments, while unincorporated areas such as Brandon, Riverview, Lutz, Westchase and Apollo Beach are permitted by Hillsborough County. Setbacks, pool barrier and fence rules and review times differ between them. We confirm which office and which rules apply to your address before design.
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Historic districts in Tampa
Homes in Tampa’s local historic districts, such as Hyde Park, Seminole Heights and Ybor City, need design approval before the building permit for most exterior changes, including additions, new windows and demolition. We prepare the drawings for that review and design additions that respect the original house.
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Flood zones near the bay
In FEMA special flood hazard areas, new homes and additions must meet flood elevation rules. For existing homes, the 50% rule applies: when the cost of an improvement or repair reaches half of the structure’s market value, the whole home has to be brought up to current flood standards. We check the flood zone and the numbers before design.
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Sinkholes and soil
Hillsborough is one of the Florida counties where sinkholes are most common. For a new home, an addition or a pool, we recommend a soil test or a geotechnical report, so the foundation and the pool shell are designed for the ground under them.
FAQ
Building in Hillsborough County: questions we hear
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Do you build new custom homes in South Tampa?
Yes. Many South Tampa projects replace an older home on a narrow lot. We review the zoning, setbacks, flood zone and any historic district rules for the lot first, then design the home, and the pool if there is room, to fit them.
Can you add a pool to my home in Brandon, Riverview or Lutz?
Yes. Most homes in these communities have room for a pool, a spa and a screen enclosure. We check the HOA rules, easements and soil first, prepare the package for the HOA and apply for the county permit once it is approved.
Do you work on homes in Tampa’s historic neighborhoods?
Yes. In a local historic district, the design of an addition or most exterior changes is reviewed before the building permit. We prepare the drawings for that review and plan the schedule around it.
Do you build on waterfront lots in Apollo Beach and Davis Islands?
Yes. Waterfront lots usually come with flood elevation rules, and many need a review of seawalls and drainage. We plan for both from the first meeting and choose materials that hold up to salt air.
Who pulls the permits for my project?
We do. Zeta Construction applies for permits under its Florida licenses: CGC1540964 for building work and CPC1461612 for pools and spas. Depending on your address, the permit is issued by the City of Tampa, Temple Terrace, Plant City or Hillsborough County.
We also build in Pasco County, Pinellas County, Manatee County and Sarasota County. See all service areas.
Next step
Planning a project in Hillsborough County?
Share a few details and a Zeta Construction project manager will call you back, usually the same business day. Estimates are written and itemized.