Built right, from the ground up.

Veteran-owned general contracting for homeowners and businesses across Polk County, Orlando, Tampa, Pasco County and the Space Coast, and anywhere within a 3-hour drive of Central Florida.

Florida CGC #1530352U.S. Marine Corps Veteran22 Years in the Trades
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Meet Mark DeGraw

I'm Mark DeGraw, owner of FL Groundup Construction LLC and a United States Marine Corps veteran. I've spent 22 years in the trades and have been a licensed Florida general contractor since 2012.

The Marine Corps taught me to show up, do the job right, and stand behind my word. That's how I run every project, whether it's a bathroom remodel in Lake Wales or a commercial build-out in Lake Nona. You'll deal directly with me, get straight answers, and know where your money is going.

Mark DeGraw with his family

Services

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Residential Remodels

Kitchens, bathrooms and whole-home updates, planned and built with care.

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New Construction

Ground-up homes and additions, from permits to final inspection.

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Commercial Tenant Build-Outs

Retail, office and wellness spaces taken from shell to open for business.

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Shops & Steel Buildings

Workshops, garages and steel structures built to last in Florida weather.

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Renovations

Repairs, upgrades and renovations for homes and commercial properties.

Why Choose FL Groundup

Licensed & Insured

Florida Certified General Contractor, CGC #1530352. Verify any time on the official DBPR license lookup at myfloridalicense.com.

Veteran-Owned

Marine Corps discipline, accountability and follow-through on every job.

Experienced

22 years in the trades and licensed since 2012.

Straight Talk

Clear scopes, written contracts and honest pricing, with no surprises.

Custom bathroom remodel with arched niche and brass fixturesMark on site with an excavator during underground plumbing work in a commercial buildingWhite kitchen remodel with marble island and brass pendants

Kitchen Transformation

From dated to custom: a full kitchen remodel with a new built-in island, shiplap detail and marble countertops.

Kitchen remodel, before
Before
Kitchen remodel, during: custom island build
During: custom island build
Kitchen remodel, during: framing and paint
During: framing and paint
Kitchen remodel, after: built-in storage
After: built-in storage
Kitchen remodel, after: finished kitchen
After: finished kitchen

How to Hire a Contractor Without Getting Robbed

Mark teaches a class that helps homeowners protect themselves before they sign anything. You'll learn how to:

  • Check licenses and insurance
  • Compare bids side by side
  • Spot the contract clauses you need
  • Understand Florida deposit and lien rules
  • Close out a job before the final check
Ask About the Next Class
Mark DeGraw teaching a class on construction estimating

Get in Touch

Tell us about your project and we'll get back to you.

Phone: (863) 488-7145

Email: degrawmark81@gmail.com

Office: 2020 Conner Rd, Lake Wales, FL 33859

Service area: Based in Lake Wales and serving Polk County, Orlando and Lake Nona, Tampa, Pasco County and the Space Coast. Willing to travel up to a 3-hour radius of Central Florida.