Cogdill Builders

Business Details

50+ Years

experience

Custom Home Builders in Tampa, FL

Founded in 1920, Cogdill Builders of Florida, Inc. brings nearly a century of construction expertise to custom homebuilding. As a fourth-generation Floridian and University of Florida graduate in Building Construction, owner Mike Cogdill combines decades of industrial construction experience with a personalized approach to residential design and building. Our team specializes in creating fully customizable homes tailored to individual client needs, utilizing sustainable practices, high-wind resistant features, and universal design principles.

We maintain direct client communication through 24/7 builder accessibility, comprehensive contracts, and transparent budgeting. Our limited annual project capacity ensures focused attention on each client relationship, delivering homes that exceed expectations while fostering long-term customer satisfaction.

Services

Custom Home Building Design-Build Projects Home Rebuild Services Universal Design Implementation Energy-Efficient Construction

Details

Year established: 1920

Highlights and features

Fourth-generation Florida construction expertise since 1920
Direct 24/7 communication with lead builder throughout project
Transparent budgeting with no hidden fees or restrictions
Sustainable building practices with EnergyStar certified methods
Comprehensive warranties covering workmanship and structural integrity

Associations and certifications

CGC000252 General Contractor
CGC049928 General Contractor
CMC056939 Mechanical Contractor
CUC059110 Utility & Excavation Contractor

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Services

Custom Home Building

We design and build fully customized residences tailored to client specifications. Our process includes land acquisition assistance, personalized floor plan development, and energy-efficient construction methods. Clients receive direct communication with lead builders throughout the project timeline.

Design-Build Projects

Our design-build approach combines architectural design and construction management under one contract. This streamlined process reduces project timelines while maintaining design integrity and budget control through direct client collaboration.

Home Rebuild Services

We specialize in post-hurricane home reconstruction with expertise in navigating insurance claims and local permitting requirements. Our services include structural assessments and code-compliant rebuilding solutions for damaged properties.

Universal Design Implementation

Our team incorporates aging-in-place features including wheelchair accessibility, zero-threshold entries, and adaptable living spaces. These designs accommodate current and future mobility needs without compromising aesthetic appeal.

Energy-Efficient Construction

We implement EnergyStar certified building practices with sustainable materials and pesticide prevention systems. Our energy-efficient homes reduce long-term utility costs while maintaining environmental responsibility through resource-conscious construction methods.

People

Mike Cogdill

Owner/Builder

Fourth-generation Florida builder with University of Florida construction degree. 20+ years residential experience after industrial construction career. Direct project oversight with 24/7 client accessibility. Licensed General Contractor (CGC000252).

Emiliya Cogdill

Real Estate Broker

Licensed real estate professional specializing in property acquisition and sales for custom home projects. Assists clients with lot selection, due diligence, and existing home transactions within Central Florida markets.

Questions

What areas do you serve for custom homebuilding?

We serve Tampa Bay and surrounding Central Florida counties including Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Hernando, Manatee, and Polk counties.

Do you offer design services for custom homes?

Yes, we provide full design services including custom floor plans and modifications to our existing portfolio of 3-5 bedroom layouts.

What construction methods do you use?

We utilize concrete block walls, high-wind resistant features, and EnergyStar certified sustainable building practices with pesticide prevention systems.

What warranties are included?

Our homes include 1-year workmanship, 2-year systems, and 10-year structural warranties through Centricity warranty programs.

How does your building process work?

We build a limited number of homes annually, providing direct builder communication, transparent budgeting, and comprehensive contracts with no hidden restrictions.

Can you help with lot selection?

Yes, our licensed real estate broker assists with property selection and due diligence for your custom home project.

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Jeffrey Schroeder

Jan 24, 2022 Report

Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Mike Cogdill made the building of a great house very easy. The house reflects my personality and is very relaxing to live in. He actually finished on time with no major problems. I would recommend him highly. Love the big ceiling in the great room great for entertaining and relaxing. I couldn't be happier!
Services:Design,Roadworks,Demolition

Teresa R.

Dec 31, 2021 Report

I have had four houses built and Mike Cogdill was my fourth and last contractor. He is also the only one of the four contractors I would use again. He is a 4th generation builder; he was born into the trade and his father was a contractor. Its extremely important to choose the right builder. You dont want one who has only built a few houses or one who just relocated to our state because it would be easy to pick up and move after they complete your house and if anything goes wrong with the house they wont be around to fix it. I have had this happen and spent thousands of dollars fixing

Kevin Bharne

Nov 11, 2021 Report

Cogdill Builders was my choice to build a new house based on an existing house he had built for a friend. Mike designed and built the house exactly as I wanted, using space-saving designs to make the house very large-feeling while being very space-efficient. It truly was a custom home to meet every single want and need I had. For instance, he managed to get extra-tall garage doors to allow me to store a tractor. Now I wont require a separate building to store it or my other lawn equipment. He was also able to design and build a custom shower and bathtub based off of a picture I had shown him

Elizabeth Sweet

May 24, 2021 Report

I gave 5 stars I am sure that someone is delighted with their work they are rebuilding a new home in my neighborhood so I am going walk each day and oversee the process I so wish that I wealthy enough to demolish my house because I love my neighborhood I could never afford the payments on social security that is less than a thousand dollars a month and I couldn't find a place to stay while the rebuilding because I care for 22 cats that didn't ask to born miracles don't happen to people on social security. I can't wait to see the new home finish.

Patricia Baker Pa

Nov 13, 2020 Report

One of my customers moved to the area from Washington, Dc and asked me to find a quality custom builder to build his retirement home My customer knew exactly what he wanted, a reproduction of a home he had lived in previously about a decade ago. I found the website for Mike Cogddill and Cogdill Builders of Tampa, Florida. I called Mike and asked if he worked with Realtors and Realtor's clients. My client and I met with Mike at his office and discussed plans and price Since Cogdill Builders draws their own plans in house, Mike was able to easily take drawings from the Client's previous home and

Greg Brewer

Dec 01, 2019 Report

My wife and I had just bought property in Riverview. We talked to a couple different builders and thought we found the one we liked. After about 3 meetings, that particular builder actually refused to work with us after discovering we had consulted other builders regarding specific lanai doors and other features. I guess he was just afraid of competition. My wife was visiting the Tampa Home Show at the Florida Fairgrounds and talked to Mike Cogdill of Cogdill Builders of Florida and really enjoyed the conversation. She came home with a book on Custom Home Building that Mike's dad had written and