Why "Slab to Shingles" is the Smartest Way to Build in DeLand
As specialized home builders DeLand FL residents can partner with for a more streamlined experience, GRIT Companies was founded to solve a specific problem: the “Project Management Nightmare.” Building a home in Central Florida should be a milestone of achievement, not a masterclass in stress. Yet, for many in Volusia County, the dream of a custom home often stalls because of a fragmented construction process where homeowners must juggle three or four different companies just to get the structure out of the ground.
At GRIT Companies, we have eliminated this bottleneck with our proprietary “Slab to Shingles” approach. By integrating shell construction, roofing, and project oversight under one roof, we provide a level of efficiency and communication that older, fragmented teams often struggle to maintain.
The Problem: The Three-Trade Bottleneck
In a standard build, your project is at the mercy of three distinct entities:
- The Concrete Contractor: Pours the slab.
- The Mason: Lays the blocks.
- The Framer & Roofer: Dries in the structure.
If the concrete guy is two weeks late, the mason moves to another job. By the time the mason is back, the framer has started a different project in Orange City. This “scheduling domino effect” is why many projects in Central Florida fall behind. As agile home builders in DeLand, FL, we saw this gap and closed it.
The GRIT Solution: Vertical Integration
When you choose a “Slab to Shingles” builder, those gaps disappear. GRIT Companies operates as a licensed Florida General Contractor (CBC1269138) and Roofing Contractor (CCC1337096). We don’t just “manage” the schedule; we own the schedule.
By handling everything from the initial foundation pour to the final shingle placement, we ensure that:
- Quality is Continuous: The team pouring your slab knows exactly how the framing will sit on it.
- Accountability is Absolute: There is no finger-pointing between trades.
- Communication is Streamlined: You have one point of contact who knows every inch of your build.
Navigating Volusia County Permits & Local Efficiency
A major hurdle for any project is the Volusia County Permit and Code Administration. Florida’s building codes are among the strictest in the nation, particularly regarding wind-load requirements.
As of 2025, Volusia County utilizes a digital permitting process via the Volusia County Permit Center. However, “digital” doesn’t always mean “fast.” GRIT’s focus on DeLand and the surrounding areas means we understand the nuances of City of DeLand Building Permits versus unincorporated county requirements.
Built for the Florida Climate
“Slab to Shingles” isn’t just a management strategy; it’s a structural necessity. Our foundations are engineered to handle the unique soil compositions of the St. Johns River basin, and our roofing systems are designed as “Storm-Ready Shields.”
Because we handle both the shell and the roof, we ensure the structural envelope is airtight. We use high-PSI concrete mixes and advanced flashing techniques that generic subcontractors often overlook. This holistic view of the building’s “bones” is why we are becoming the go-to choice for smart homeowners in DeLand.
Conclusion: Experience the GRIT Difference
Don’t let your dream home be held hostage by a disjointed crew of subcontractors. Choose the builder that owns the process from the ground up. Whether you are building near Stetson University or out toward Lake Helen, the “Slab to Shingles” method is the only way to guarantee a timeline, a budget, and a home that lasts for generations.
Ready to start your build with DeLand’s “Slab to Shingles” experts?
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GRIT Companies, LLC
229 Lake Winnemissett Dr. DeLand, FL 32724.
Phone: (386) 291-8010
