Commercial Renovation in Maricopa County
Tenant improvements, retail buildouts, ADA upgrades and full commercial construction.
EL Construction acts as a full general contractor for tenant improvements, retail buildouts, restaurant conversions, ADA upgrades, and warehouse re-fits across Maricopa County. One contract, one foreman, one warranty.
Common problems
- ✗GCs who can't keep concrete, framing, MEP, and finish trades on the same calendar
- ✗ADA retrofit guesswork that fails inspection on the first walk
- ✗TI buildouts that miss the lease's commencement date
- ✗Surprise costs hidden behind a low headline number
How EL Construction solves them
- ✓Direct concrete and framing crews — fewer subs to chase
- ✓ADA work spec'd to current 2010 standards before the cut
- ✓Aggressive milestone scheduling with weekly owner reports
- ✓Itemized open-book pricing on every change order
From quote to warranty
- 1
Walk & Scope
Walk the space, review the lease and existing as-builts, build a scope.
- 2
Permits & Drawings
Pull permits, coordinate any architectural or MEP drawings.
- 3
Demo & Rough-In
Demo, framing, electrical and plumbing rough-in.
- 4
Finishes
Drywall, paint, flooring, fixtures, tile and casework.
- 5
Punch & Turnover
Inspections, punch-list, certificate of occupancy, warranty handoff.
What it typically costs
Itemized written quote in 1–3 business days from your site visit.
| Item | Range |
|---|---|
Light TI buildout | $45 – $90 / sq ft |
Restaurant / specialty buildout | $120 – $300+ / sq ft |
ADA upgrade package | from $6,500 |
Quick answers
How much does a tenant improvement cost in Phoenix?
Light commercial tenant improvements in the Phoenix area typically run $45 to $90 per square foot. Restaurant or specialty buildouts run $120 to $300 or more per square foot depending on MEP scope and finishes.
How long does a commercial renovation take?
A light tenant improvement typically takes 3 to 6 weeks. Full restaurant or specialty buildouts run 8 to 16 weeks, plus 2 to 6 weeks of permitting depending on the jurisdiction.
Commercial Reno FAQ
Can you hit a lease commencement date?+
Yes — we build a working backwards schedule from the commencement date, share it with the owner weekly, and flag any slip the day it happens.
Do you self-perform concrete and framing?+
Yes. Concrete is in-house. Framing is in-house for most projects under 10,000 sq ft. MEP and specialty trades are subbed to vetted partners.
What's a typical TI timeline?+
Light TI: 3–6 weeks. Restaurant or full buildout: 8–16 weeks. Permitting can add 2–6 weeks depending on jurisdiction.
Do you handle owner-supplied materials?+
Yes — we manage receiving, inventory, and installation, and quote our handling time openly.
Commercial Reno across Maricopa County
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Ready for a commercial reno quote?
Same-week site visits across Maricopa County. Direct crews, written warranty, no surprise change orders.
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