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.

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 fixtures

Mark on site with an excavator during underground plumbing work in a commercial building

White 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, 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

Pool & Outdoor Kitchen — Winter Haven

A complete backyard transformation: a new screened enclosure, a concrete pool with a sun shelf, brick and travertine-style pavers, and a custom outdoor kitchen with stained wood cabinetry, granite countertops and a built-in grill.

Winter Haven pool and outdoor kitchen: Backyard and screened patio, before — Before

Winter Haven pool and outdoor kitchen: Concrete pool shell with sun shelf and steps — During: concrete pool shell

Winter Haven pool and outdoor kitchen: U-shaped outdoor kitchen framing on brick pavers — During: outdoor kitchen framing

Winter Haven pool and outdoor kitchen: Outdoor kitchen framing with cement backer board — During: cement board install

Winter Haven pool and outdoor kitchen: Finished pool with pavers and screened enclosure — After: finished pool

Winter Haven pool and outdoor kitchen: Covered lanai with herringbone brick and wood beams — After: covered lanai

Winter Haven pool and outdoor kitchen: Brick bar with granite counters and built-in grill — After: brick bar and grill

Winter Haven pool and outdoor kitchen: Finished outdoor kitchen with stained wood cabinets and granite — After: outdoor kitchen

Past Projects

A look at earlier renovations from our crew: kitchens, bathrooms and whole-home updates. See more on Instagram @groundupc.

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

Get the Class – $99

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.