Nelson Construction And Renovations, Inc. - Clearwater, Florida

Irena M.

I had a great experience working with the design team at Nelson Construction. Yokasta and her colleagues Jahnvi and Matt were always quick to respond, helpful, and full of great ideas. The entire process was smooth and enjoyable — from the home design itself to selecting materials and colors.
The designers are clearly passionate about their work, and it was a real pleasure collaborating with the whole team.

S P.

Nelson Construction did an excellent job repairing our condo from the hurricane water damage. They were quick and professional. Our project manager, Chuck was great! He communicated daily and was very responsive.

D P.

We wanted to get the extensive repairs completed to our hurricane-damaged Belleair condo in time to be back in for the holidays. Nelson provided both a competitive bid and met our timeline. Our construction Project Manager, Chuck, maintained seamless communications, providing daily updates via an online app as well as by text or phone as needed. Chuck made himself immediately available to address any issues that popped up, and the project was managed on schedule. Quality of work was excellent, crews were professional, and all condo HOA requirements were respected and adhered to. Owner Greg Nelson also made himself available whenever needed. We were back in and enjoying our home well before Christmas.

katie D.

The design team was fantastic to work with throughout the process. They were responsive, asked lots of great questions to help us make decisions, listened to our input and then gave us suggestions that worked well with vision. I highly recommend the team for your design project.

Truss S.

Outstanding Teamwork and Leadership by Chuck and Ariel

It's been an ongoing pleasure of working with Chuck, the Superintendent at Nelson Construction, and Ariel, the Project Manager, and we couldn't be more impressed with their dedication, professionalism, and leadership throughout the entire project.

Chuck demonstrated exceptional on-site management skills. His attention to detail and ability to coordinate with the crew ensured that every phase of construction ran smoothly. Chuck’s deep knowledge of the industry, combined with his hands-on approach, meant that any challenges were quickly addressed, and solutions were implemented without delay. His clear communication and willingness to go the extra mile made the entire process stress-free for everyone involved. Chuck’s leadership on the ground truly set the standard for excellence.

Ariel, as Project Manager, was equally remarkable. She ensured that all aspects of the project were planned meticulously and executed seamlessly. Ariel’s organizational skills, ability to manage timelines, and proactive communication with all stakeholders were crucial to keeping everything on track. She was always available to answer questions, provide updates, and ensure that all the details, no matter how small, were taken care of. Her collaborative approach and problem-solving abilities were vital in ensuring the project's success.

Together, Chuck and Ariel form a powerhouse team that delivers results above and beyond expectations.
Thanks to Ashley too!
Their combined expertise and commitment to excellence make them a pleasure to work with, and I would highly recommend Nelson Construction to anyone looking for top-notch construction management.

Jeff H.

This is an addendum to the previous review I submitted from several months ago. I realized that I forgot to call out one of the stars of the project, Gabor Turi. Gabor built and installed all of the cabinets in the kitchen and 4 bathrooms and we couldn’t be happier with the results. We have been living with his work for several months now and the quality of the materials used, the craftsmanship of the build, and the fit and finish is spot on. Something that doesn’t show up in the box score is the “sense of calm” that feels tangible on the days he is working at the job site. This is a cliche, but it is one of the occasions where 5 stars is not enough.
Also, I had some damage from the hurricanes last Fall and although the project was something that Nelson Construction perhaps would not take on under normal circumstances they very quickly jumped in to help me out and did another stellar job. Once again I am completely satisfied with the results and was lucky enough to have Jesus Cedeno supervising the job and he once again came through at least 5 stars.

BeHumble

Updated Review - Project Completed 4/18/24
This is a long review, but I promise it will be the most honest review you’ll read about Nelson Construction. I read reviews & interviewed quite a few construction companies for my outdoor living space before settling on Nelson; I’m glad I chose them. From start to finish they have been professional & responsive. Greg, the owner, is knowledgable, straightforward, & all of Nelson’s front office staff dealing with my unending emails & calls about the permitting process, allowances, etc. whew, they deserve a medal just for that. 🏆

As the customer, I would advise that you read your contract over & over a few times & ask questions about the finer details of the scope of work before signing it. This is something I would have done differently as the customer to avoid some change orders, albeit they were necessary (like relocation of my AC unit) I would have preferred they be included in the contract on the frontend as we had discussed, but I didn’t catch that it wasn’t included in my contract.

Prior to the project commencing, I literally, sent their lead designer, Yokasta, a Word doc of my wishlist for my space. She was so patient with me, even when I changed my mind (quite a few times) or told her a particular style wasn’t my taste & sent her back to the drawing board, she never complained. Totally professional. I even sent her my hand drawn, very rough sketches, & inspiration photos of what I wanted. And she & the engineers design plan exceeded my dreams 😇

Fortunately, I was assigned a site supervisor, Chuck, who is as meticulous as I am about having things done right; ok maybe he’s a little more meticulous than me. I’m sure his spirit animal is a pitbull & I mean that in the best possible way 😂 But Chuck’s expertise & years in construction provides him a solid foundation for holding the subcontractors feet to the fire! He was my voice & advocate for making sure the subcontractors followed through & met Nelson’s high expectations of building a quality product. Beyond that, because my home was occupied during the construction, he made sure I knew when the subcontractors would be on site & that my property was secured upon their departure. He really went the extra mile to oversee this project from start to finish. He is the epitome of what a site supervisor should be.

There were a lot of challenges with the pool subcontractor but Chuck & the Nelson team made certain things were up & running for me before I signed off on that aspect of the project. I don’t care what your budget is, if you’re anything like me you just want to know that you’re getting what you pay for. My family & I are in love with the quality of our outdoor space & we are ecstatic that after years of being in this home we finally have FL resort style living right in our backyard! At some point I’d like to have my primary bedroom expanded & you know who I’ll be calling You guessed it, Nelson Construction!
Pros
- [ ] All around professional team
- [ ] Great communication w/ site supervisor
- [ ] If a concern arises, you’ll be heard & there will be resolve
- [ ] Use of technology; Buildtrend App - great for being kept abreast of project progress, with daily notes & supporting pics, even when you’re out of town & work is going on, you can check the app to see what transpired that day
Cons
- [ ] I wish Nelson took other forms of payment than cash or check (my project wasn’t bank financed; personal pay). There were some change orders I would have likely approved had I been able to swipe my credit card for them. But in hindsight this helped me stick to my budget 👌🏾
- [ ] Give the client a running account of allowances as they are spent to maintain their budget & remain within their allowances. It’s a challenge to make selections not knowing whether what you’ve selected is more or less than your stated allowance. I understand this has since been updated in the Buildtrend app & the client can better keep track of their allowances. I look fwd to utilizing this feature of the app for future projects w/ Nelson.

Jim J.

Greg and the team completely renovated a 1939 cottage and outbuildings for us in 2008 - 2009 to a modern coastal home with all the hurricane mitigation, completely new plumbing, electric, gas, roofs, Hardiplank siding, interiors, baths, and custom kitchens. Spectacular results! Even better was the process - efficient, proactive, engaging, on-time, and always a pleasure to deal with. Renovating old structures always has surprises - Greg handled them all constructively and with confidence. Highly recommended!