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Roofing, windows, fencing, and hardscaping in Palm Beach demand contractors who understand salt-air corrosion, historic landmark rules, and hurricane wind codes that standard Florida construction doesn’t face. We’re Rowan Construction Group, and we quote every project with a flat written price before work starts - call (561) 475-3903 to schedule your free estimate. Our crews serve Palm Beach from our South Florida dispatch office, with documented photo records on every visit.
Why Palm Beach Homes Are Different
Palm Beach sits on a half-mile-wide barrier island between the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway, drawing corrosive salt air from both directions simultaneously. In pre-1970s structures, that salt accelerates rebar oxidation inside concrete walls and foundations, producing spalling that contractors elsewhere rarely encounter at this scale. The Town’s Architectural Commission, ARCOM, must approve virtually all exterior work on the island’s 1,500-plus landmarked properties, adding a Certificate of Appropriateness process that can extend timelines by months. Even replacing a rotted wood window with an identical profile can trigger a public hearing. The housing stock is dominated by 1920s-1950s Mediterranean Revival estates - many by Addison Mizner or his contemporaries - built with hollow clay tile, coral stone, barrel tile roofs, and Pecky cypress ceilings that require restoration specialists, not standard new-construction crews. Miami-Dade and Palm Beach County wind codes, plus AE and VE FEMA flood zones, further dictate impact-rated materials and reinforced tie-downs that inland Florida simply doesn’t need.
Our Main Palm Beach Services
Most Palm Beach homeowners who call us start with interior renovations that still navigate ARCOM when exterior walls or windows are involved.
Kitchen Remodeling in Palm Beach
Kitchen remodels in Palm Beach often run into coral stone or hollow clay tile walls that can’t be demoed like standard drywall, especially in Mizner-era homes where the kitchen was originally a service area. We bring structural engineers into the quote when load-bearing walls are suspected, and we source KraftMaid and Wellborn cabinets with Cambria or Caesarstone countertops priced in the written scope before demolition begins. Kitchen Remodeling in Palm Beach
Bathroom Remodeling in Palm Beach
Bathrooms in Palm Beach’s historic stock frequently contain original cast-iron tubs, terrazzo floors, and plaster walls that demand careful extraction or preservation under ARCOM guidelines. We quote Kohler and Toto fixtures with full substrate inspection, because salt-air moisture behind original tile can hide concrete spalling that standard gut jobs miss. Bathroom Remodeling in Palm Beach
Home Additions & ADU in Palm Beach
Additions and ADUs on the island face ARCOM scrutiny for massing, materials, and roofline continuity with the original structure, plus FEMA elevation requirements in flood zones that can add substantial foundation costs. We build the approval calendar into every bid, with coral stone or hand-applied stucco matching specified before the Certificate of Appropriateness application is filed. Home Additions & ADU in Palm Beach
What happens when you call
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A real person answersNo phone trees - you reach a local pro.
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You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
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A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
BeforeAfterRoofing in Palm Beach
Barrel tile roofs on Mediterranean Revival estates in Palm Beach were never designed for the wind loads Miami-Dade County now requires, and the salt air degrades underlayment faster than inland Florida climates allow. We inspect for concrete spalling in the roof deck - common in hollow clay tile construction where moisture has penetrated - and we quote replacement or repair with full documentation of substrate condition. Our Roofing crews are trained in historic tile matching and modern impact-rated systems alike.
Roof Repair
Signs you need it
Cracked or slipped barrel tiles, water stains on Pecky cypress ceilings, or granule accumulation in gutters after a named storm all indicate the underlayment has aged past its effective life.
What it costs in Palm Beach
Most roof repairs in Palm Beach run $400-$1,800, with tile roof repairs specifically ranging $600-$2,500 depending on whether matching salvaged tile is available or custom fabrication is required.
How we do it
We photograph the full roof surface, remove damaged tiles with minimal disturbance to adjacent originals, replace deteriorated underlayment in the affected area, and install matched tiles with corrosion-resistant fasteners rated for salt-air exposure.
Roof Replacement & Installation
Signs you need it
Multiple leak points, widespread tile failure, or a roof deck that flexes underfoot indicate the system has reached end of life and localized repair is no longer cost-effective.
What it costs in Palm Beach
Standard roof replacement in Palm Beach typically costs $8,000-$20,000, while metal roof installation runs $15,000-$40,000 for homeowners choosing long-life systems that meet the strictest wind ratings.
How we do it
We strip to the deck, document all substrate conditions with photos, replace deteriorated sheathing or truss connections, install ice-and-water shield and synthetic underlayment, then apply the finished roofing system with permits pulled and inspections scheduled.
What Roofing Costs in Palm Beach
| Item | Typical range in Palm Beach |
|---|---|
| Roof Repair | $400-$1,800 |
| Tile Roof Repair | $600-$2,500 |
| Roof Replacement | $8,000-$20,000 |
| Metal Roof Installation | $15,000-$40,000 |
How long does a roof replacement take in Palm Beach?
Most residential roof replacements take 5-10 working days, but ARCOM review can add 6-12 weeks for landmarked properties before permits are issued. We build that timeline into your written quote so you’re not surprised. Call (561) 475-3903 for a free estimate with calendar included.
Will you match my historic barrel tiles?
We source matching salvaged tile when available, or specify custom fabrication from Ludowici or similar historic manufacturers when originals are no longer produced, with samples submitted for ARCOM approval before ordering. Call (561) 475-3903 to schedule an inspection and matching assessment.
Windows & Doors in Palm Beach
Original steel casement windows in Palm Beach’s 1920s estates have often corroded through at the frames from decades of salt-air exposure, yet ARCOM may require exact profile replication on landmarked properties. Meanwhile, Miami-Dade County mandates impact-rated glazing for all new installations in the wind-borne debris region, creating a specification challenge that standard window contractors rarely navigate successfully. Our Windows & Doors team sources period-appropriate profiles with laminated impact glass engineered to meet both requirements.
Window Replacement
Signs you need it
Corroded steel frames that no longer seal, single-pane originals with condensation between storms, or operational failure of weights and pulleys in historic double-hungs all indicate replacement is more economical than continued repair.
What it costs in Palm Beach
Standard window replacement in Palm Beach typically runs $4,500-$15,000 for full-home projects, while impact window installation ranges $8,000-$25,000 depending on frame material and the extent of structural reinforcement required.
How we do it
We measure each opening, photograph existing profiles for ARCOM documentation, specify replication-grade frames with laminated impact glass, and install with proper sill pan flashing and corrosion-resistant fasteners rated for salt-air exposure.
Impact Windows & Doors
Signs you need it
Current windows lack Miami-Dade approval labels, your insurance carrier has mandated impact ratings, or you’re replacing non-impact glass after a storm damage claim.
What it costs in Palm Beach
Impact window installation for a typical Palm Beach home runs $8,000-$25,000, with pricing varying by frame material - aluminum, vinyl, or clad wood - and the extent of opening reinforcement needed in masonry walls.
How we do it
We verify existing opening dimensions and structural capacity, specify NFRC-rated impact units with proper design pressure ratings for your exposure category, and install with continuous sill pan and head flashing integrated into the weather barrier.
What Windows & Doors Costs in Palm Beach
| Item | Typical range in Palm Beach |
|---|---|
| Window Replacement | $4,500-$15,000 |
| Impact Window Installation | $8,000-$25,000 |
Can I keep my original window frames and just add impact glass?
Original steel casements usually lack the structural depth and thermal break required for modern laminated glass, and ARCOM typically requires full-frame replication rather than modification; we assess each opening and quote the compliant solution. Call (561) 475-3903 for a written evaluation.
Do impact windows require ARCOM approval in Palm Beach?
Any exterior window replacement on a landmarked property requires ARCOM Certificate of Appropriateness, and even non-landmarked homes in some historic districts face design review; we handle the application as part of our project management. Call (561) 475-3903 to confirm your property’s status.
Fence Installation in Palm Beach
Property line fencing in Palm Beach must satisfy ARCOM’s visibility and materials standards on landmarked estates, while the salt-air environment destroys standard steel and untreated wood within seasons rather than years. Height restrictions vary by zoning district, and many oceanfront properties face additional coastal construction control line setbacks that inland fence contractors don’t account for in their quotes. Our Fence Installation crews specify corrosion-resistant materials and pull all required permits with ARCOM coordination built into the timeline.
Vinyl Fence
Signs you need it
You’re replacing a deteriorated wood privacy fence and want a maintenance-free alternative that won’t require annual staining in the salt-air environment.
What it costs in Palm Beach
Vinyl fence installation in Palm Beach typically runs $3,500-$9,000 for standard residential privacy or picket configurations, with pricing varying by post depth requirements in sandy coastal soils.
How we do it
We locate utilities, set posts in concrete at 30-inch depth minimum for wind resistance, hang panels with stainless steel fasteners, and cap all posts to prevent water intrusion that accelerates degradation at the hardware.
Aluminum Fence
Signs you need it
You need ornamental perimeter fencing that satisfies ARCOM’s visibility requirements for historic properties while withstanding salt-air corrosion without the maintenance burden of wrought iron.
What it costs in Palm Beach
Aluminum fence installation in Palm Beach generally costs $4,000-$10,000, with powder-coated systems in styles matching traditional wrought iron profiles available for ARCOM-sensitive applications.
How we do it
We specify AAMA 2604 powder-coated aluminum extrusions, set posts in concrete piers engineered for sandy soil and wind load, and install with concealed stainless steel fasteners for clean sightlines and corrosion resistance.
What Fence Installation Costs in Palm Beach
| Item | Typical range in Palm Beach |
|---|---|
| Vinyl Fence Installation | $3,500-$9,000 |
| Aluminum Fence Installation | $4,000-$10,000 |
Does ARCOM need to approve my fence in Palm Beach?
Any fence visible from the public way on a landmarked property requires Certificate of Appropriateness, and even some non-landmarked historic district properties face materials and height review; we verify your status and include application time in the written quote. Call (561) 475-3903 for a free site evaluation.
How deep do fence posts need to go in Palm Beach sand?
Coastal sandy soils require 30-inch minimum post depth with concrete piers, and we often specify auger-set footings below the frost line equivalent for wind-load stability; shallow posts lean within two seasons. Call (561) 475-3903 and we’ll assess your specific soil conditions.
Driveway & Pavers in Palm Beach
Original coral stone and coquina driveways in Palm Beach’s historic estates have often settled unevenly as the sandy substrate migrates, while modern replacements must satisfy ARCOM’s materials palette and FEMA permeability concerns in flood-prone AE zones. The salt air and seasonal saturation from king tides also accelerate degradation of standard concrete finishes that inland contractors install without concern. Our Driveway & Pavers team specifies materials and base systems engineered for coastal conditions, with permeable options available where stormwater management is required.
Paver Driveways
Signs you need it
Your existing driveway has settled into ridges that pool water, the surface has cracked beyond repair, or ARCOM has required removal of an inappropriate prior replacement.
What it costs in Palm Beach
Paver driveway installation in Palm Beach typically runs $7,000-$18,000, with Belgard and Techo-Bloc permeable systems at the higher end for properties requiring stormwater management compliance.
How we do it
We excavate to 8-10 inches, install geotextile and compacted limerock base in lifts, set bedding sand, lay pavers in the specified pattern with edge restraint, and sweep polymeric sand into joints for interlock and weed resistance.
Concrete Driveways & Concrete Work
Signs you need it
Your driveway shows widespread cracking, spalling, or settlement that indicates base failure rather than surface degradation, and you’re not in an ARCOM district requiring historic materials.
What it costs in Palm Beach
Concrete driveway installation in Palm Beach generally costs $4,500-$12,000, with pricing varying by reinforcement needs and whether the existing slab requires full removal or can be overlaid.
How we do it
We remove deteriorated material to stable base, grade for positive drainage away from structures, place steel reinforcement on chairs, pour 4-inch minimum thickness with control joints at calculated spacing, and finish with broom or specified texture.
What Driveway & Pavers Costs in Palm Beach
| Item | Typical range in Palm Beach |
|---|---|
| Paver Driveway Installation | $7,000-$18,000 |
| Concrete Driveway Installation | $4,500-$12,000 |
| Asphalt Driveway Paving | $3,500-$9,000 |
Can I use permeable pavers in a Palm Beach flood zone?
Permeable paver systems with open-graded base can satisfy FEMA and local stormwater requirements for properties in AE and VE zones, and we specify Belgard Aqua Roc or similar systems with engineering calculations included in the permit package. Call (561) 475-3903 for a site-specific assessment.
Will ARCOM make me match my historic coral stone driveway?
Landmarked properties typically must replicate original materials or use ARCOM-approved alternatives like hand-cut coral stone or matching cast concrete; we source materials and submit samples with the Certificate of Appropriateness application. Call (561) 475-3903 to review your property’s specific requirements.
Brands We Service in Palm Beach
We maintain sourcing relationships across fifty-plus vetted brands including Tremron, Techo-Bloc, Cambridge Pavers, and Oldcastle, with local inventory and distributor access that keeps material lead times predictable. Most standard items arrive within a week; custom or historic-matching orders extend accordingly. See our brands for the full list.
Pricing for Construction in Palm Beach, FL
| Service | Typical range in Palm Beach |
|---|---|
| Kitchen Remodel | $14,000-$45,000 |
| Small Kitchen Remodel | $9,000-$20,000 |
| Bathroom Remodel | $9,000-$28,000 |
| Small Bathroom Remodel | $5,000-$12,000 |
| Home Addition | $45,000-$130,000 |
| ADU Construction | $90,000-$220,000 |
| Roof Replacement | $8,000-$20,000 |
| Metal Roof Installation | $15,000-$40,000 |
| Impact Window Installation | $8,000-$25,000 |
| Window Replacement | $4,500-$15,000 |
| Vinyl Fence Installation | $3,500-$9,000 |
| Aluminum Fence Installation | $4,000-$10,000 |
Prices in Palm Beach run higher than mainland Florida due to ARCOM application costs, historic materials sourcing, and the specialized labor required for coral stone and Pecky cypress work. Under Clause 1 of The Haven Standard, your written quote includes every projected cost before work starts; no change proceeds without a signed change order.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Palm Beach
We work across the island’s full length, from the historic estates near the Breakers to the mid-century properties north of Royal Poinciana Way. Crews are dispatched from our South Florida office with standard arrival within scheduled windows.
- El Cid Historic District
- Flamingo Park
- Prospect Park
- Royal Poinciana Way vicinity
- Everglades Island
Service Area - Cities Near Palm Beach
Our crews serve the full Palm Beach County corridor including West Palm Beach, FL directly across the bridges, North Palm Beach, FL to the north, Greenacres, FL inland, and Palm Beach Gardens, FL extending the northern service reach. Each city has distinct permitting and architectural review requirements that we navigate as part of standard project management.
Serving Palm Beach, FL - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Palm Beach area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs About Construction in Palm Beach
The Town of Palm Beach maintains a landmark inventory online; if your address appears, any exterior work requires Certificate of Appropriateness. We verify this during our initial site visit and build the approval timeline into your written quote.
We pull all required building permits and manage ARCOM applications as part of standard project management; the customer receives copies of all approvals and inspection results with the documented photo record.
We submit samples and detailed specifications with the initial application to minimize rejection risk; if ARCOM requires alternates, we revise the submittal at no additional design fee and present options with revised pricing only if the material cost changes.
Call (561) 475-3903 to schedule your free estimate. Every project starts with a flat written price and written scope, and every visit includes a documented photo record as standard.
What happens when you call
- 1A real person answersNo phone trees - talk to a local construction pro.
- 2You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched. No surprises.
- 3We come out and measureLicensed & insured, at a time that suits you - the visit and the quote are both free.
- 4You get the price in writingLine-itemed, yours to keep, and nothing starts until you say go.
What Palm Beach Customers Say
"They found an old septic line under the driveway run and stopped, documented it, and re-quoted before continuing."
- Xavier L."Talked us out of the larger scope we came in asking for, because it would not have added the value we thought."
- Emil R."Driveway replaced properly with a base that will actually last. They explained why the cheaper quote was cheaper."
- Reggie O.