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Who we are

Honest craftsmanship, from first sketch to final nail

For more than a decade, Homestead Renovations has helped Tri-County homeowners get more out of the homes they already love — one carefully planned renovation at a time.

Since 2011

From a single work van to a name neighbours trust

Homestead Renovations started in 2011 when founder Marcus Devane — a carpenter who grew up on job sites — decided homeowners deserved a contractor who actually returns calls, sticks to the estimate, and treats a house like it's his own. The first jobs were kitchen and bath remodels; word spread quickly, for one simple reason: do the work right and stand behind it.

Today our carpenters, tilers, finishers and project managers have delivered more than 1,200 renovations across Sarasota, Bradenton, Venice and the neighboring communities. The company is bigger, but the habits are the same — we show up when we say we will, keep the site clean, and don't leave until it's done properly.

We're fully licensed and insured, and every project is backed by our 10-year written workmanship warranty — because the quality of a renovation should still be obvious long after the crew has packed up.

Homestead Renovations is the trade name of COCOAS PLACE LLC, our licensed and insured operating company (FL CGC #CGC1521884). All contracts, warranties and estimates are issued by COCOAS PLACE LLC.

What we stand for

The values behind every build

Integrity first

Honest estimates, no surprise change orders, and clear answers at every stage.

True craftsmanship

In-house skilled trades who take pride in the details others cut corners on.

Clear communication

One dedicated project manager keeps you informed from first call to final walkthrough.

Respect for your home

Tidy job sites, protected finishes, and a crew you're comfortable having around.

Our journey

Milestones along the way

  1. 2011 — Where it started

    Marcus Devane launches Homestead Renovations out of a single work van, focused on kitchen and bath remodels.

  2. 2014 — Building the crew

    We bring carpentry, tile and finishing in-house and take on our first whole-home renovations.

  3. 2019 — A studio & a warranty

    We open our Sarasota design studio and introduce our 10-year workmanship warranty.

  4. 2022 — Additions & exteriors

    Second-story additions, roofing and full exterior services join our line-up.

  5. 2026 — 1,200+ homes & counting

    A name homeowners trust across the Tri-County region, with a 4.9-star average from 300+ reviews.

15+
Years in business
1,200+
Projects completed
30+
Skilled team members
4.9★
Average review rating
The people

Meet the team leading your project

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Marcus Devane

Founder & Lead Contractor

A hands-on carpenter with 20+ years on the tools and a soft spot for older Tri-County homes.

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Elena Marsh

Design Director

Interior designer who turns rough ideas into detailed, buildable plans and material picks.

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Priya Anand

Senior Project Manager

Your single point of contact — she keeps every build on schedule, on budget and stress-free.

Proud of our community

Rooted in the neighborhoods we build in

We sponsor local youth sports, support Habitat for Humanity builds, and hire and train tradespeople from our own region. When you work with us, you're supporting a local business that gives back.