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Nautilus Homes

Professional | Altamonte Springs, FL

Services: Remodeling, Design, Building & Construction

Company Overview

Nautilus Homes is a full service, Design-Build Custom Home builder and Residential Remodeling contractor. Rick Jennings, CGR, CGP, GMB has been building and remodeling homes in Central Florida since 1980.

Services

Remodeling, Design, General Contracting, Building & Construction

Areas of Expertise

Custom Home Design and Construction, Design-Build Remodeling services, Kitchen & Bath Design/Remodeling, Design-Build Summer Kitchens + Outdoor Lifestyles(fire pits, pergolas, porches/.patios), Roofing:new, replacement & repairs.

Service Area

Greater Central Florida (Orlando area)

Contact Info

(321) 229-7763

Insurance

WC & GL $1,000,000.00

In Business Since

2001

Professional Associations

Metro Orlando Home Builders, Orange County Realtors Assoc.

License

St. Cert. Res. Contractor CRC040942

Recent Activity

+ 9 more

Followed 13 boards on Feb 17, 2013

Followed 6 people on Feb 17, 2013

Followed 1 person on May 16, 2012

Outdoor Living: OK, Hometalkers, I am having a pergola installed tomorrow (photos to be posted upon completion).

The rafters are going to be cedar and left natural, but, because I am in Florida, the contractor has talked me into using pressure-treated for the uprights, which will be sunk in the ...»

Commented on Apr 19, 2012
An oil base product won't penetrate a pressure treated wood. Use an exterior solid stain base ...»
coat then you can top coat with the any latex paint, including the SW Semi gloss ( latex). I would recommend a flat or satin, but not semi gloss. It shows every imperfection. Press. treated should sit exposed for 3-4 weeks, then put a deck/porch cleaner to get the oils off the surface. The top coat is only as good as the primer, so use something good.

Remodeling: Visit us at the Home Renovation Magazine Booth #938. Get our free Spring issue and talk to our renovation experts.

Commented on Apr 19, 2012
Excellent magazine for those living in Central Florida.

Followed 3 people on Feb 09, 2012

Windows & Doors: i need to replace windows in my house in florida. hurricane windows are required. any suggestions on a brand?

Commented on Feb 09, 2012
Yes. BetterBilt or PGT are excellent brands and both have impact glass windows available here ...»
in Florida.
We have a sister company in Tampa(Moresi Construction) that can come out measure and give you pricing for replacement & repair of interior & exterior finishes. Contact me (rickj@nautilushomescf.com) if you are interested. They are state lic. & insured.
Rick

Outdoor Living: Working on an angle for a story on outdoor kitchens. What's new and exciting about these spaces?

Commented on Jan 08, 2012
How about this trend! Family lives in a gated community with a huge pool complex. So they ...»
build a backyard "Oasis" including summer kitchen, large pavered open patio, firepit with seating all within a screened "pool cage" enclosure. Same cost as a pool without the upkeep. Expands your living/entertainment areas ourdoors.

As promised, in previous posts, here's the finished firebowl & completed project(see additional pics).

Commented on Dec 21, 2011
The fire bowl, which is the copper portion, is about $300. The entire fire pit, including gas ...»
connections, burner, masonry surround, stone facing and decorative stone/glass would run woud be $3,500.-$4,000.
I know a good contractor in Jax. that could do this for you if your interested.
Good Luck!
Rick

Gardening: honestly one of the first quotes i've gotten was outragous!

Im in shock right now. $1150.00. it's insane. and the name of the place "discount" is in the title! I can't believe these people! I'm very upset! I feel like cause im a woman they feel they can make these outragous estimates!

Commented on Dec 09, 2011
If you chose to be qoted by a contractor because the had "discount" in their name then "That ...»
is the problem". You should be pricing professionals for whatever work you are getting quoted. Contact the local affiliate of the National Association of Home Builders to find professional remodeler's in your market.

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