General contracting
Bring the scope, schedule and project team into one coordinated plan, from initial planning through construction and closeout.
- Project scoping & planning
- Trade & schedule coordination
- Construction oversight & closeout
FLORIDA CERTIFIED GENERAL CONTRACTOR
A broader vision.
Built around
your property.
General contracting, renovations and building restoration, with the scope, trades and details brought together for your property’s next chapter.
FLORIDA CGC1540880
Tico Restorations LLC
General contracting & restoration.
GENERAL CONTRACTINGRENOVATIONRESTORATION
FLORIDA QUALIFICATIONCGC1540880
View official DBPR record Scott John Forster Jr · Tico Restorations LLC
Current / Active, verified November 11, 2026
WHAT WE DO
From the larger vision
to the final detail.
A general contractor’s perspective on your property. From construction and renovation to restoration and finishes, define the work as a whole, not just its surface.
Renovations & improvements
Reimagine existing spaces and improve how your property looks and functions, with a defined renovation scope and coordinated execution.
- Interior & exterior improvements
- Existing-space renovation
- Phased project planning
Building restoration
Address your building’s restoration needs with a considered scope, coordinated repairs and attention to the details that bring it together.
- Existing-condition review
- Repair & restoration planning
- Coordinated repairs & renewal
Painting & finishes
The finishing layer of a broader capability. Refresh surfaces and create a cohesive appearance with a carefully defined painting scope.
- Interior & exterior painting
- Surface preparation
- Repainting & finish renewal
Each project’s scope is confirmed individually. Work requiring a separate trade license is coordinated with appropriately licensed contractors; general contractor qualification is not a claim that every specialty trade is self-performed.
IN THE FIELD
A closer look
at the work.
On-site moments from Tico’s crews, from preparation and painting to exterior restoration.
More from the field
OUR WORK
Selected projects
Selected properties and restoration, painting and renovation scopes from Tico’s project portfolio.
Project spotlights
A closer look at three scopes from Tico’s portfolio.
Orlando, Florida
Waverly on Lake Eola
High-rise exterior restoration
Façade coatings and painting; window reglazing and joint-sealant replacement; targeted stucco and concrete repairs.
Estero, Florida
Coconut Point District 2
Multi-building painting and repairs
Exterior painting and localized stucco restoration across multiple buildings, with expansion-joint sealant renewal and refinishing of light poles and site fixtures.
Fort Myers, Florida
Residence Inn Fort Myers
Exterior envelope and finish work
Siding replacement, wood framing and sheathing repairs, replacement-window installation, weatherproofing and flashing integration, and exterior repainting.
Project descriptions reflect the scope shown in Tico’s portfolio. Roles vary by project, including subcontracted work.
FOR PROPERTY MANAGERS & BOARDS
Prepare the details before the next decision.
A useful project conversation starts with the property's needs, the proposed work and the people who will review it. Gather what you have and flag what still needs a decision.
Clarify the scope
List the buildings, spaces or surfaces involved. Separate the work under consideration from questions that still need review.
- Property type and location
- Known conditions and project priorities
- Existing plans, reports or scope documents
Describe access and use
Explain how the property is used so access and sequencing can be part of the scope discussion.
- Occupied areas and how they are used
- Access restrictions or site requirements
- Desired timing and potential phasing needs
Identify the decisions
Outline who will review the work and which choices are still open.
- Main project contact
- People involved in reviewing and approving the scope
- Upcoming review dates and decisions still to be made
Each project's scope and requirements are confirmed individually.
Prepare a proposal requestHOW WE APPROACH IT
Good work starts
with a clear plan.
Understand the property. Define the scope. Keep the next step clear.
Understand the property
Talk through what needs attention, your priorities, and how the property is used.
Define the work
Align on the construction, renovation or restoration scope, project requirements, and priorities before work moves forward.
Coordinate the details
Coordinate the project team, appropriately licensed trades, access, sequencing, and communication.
Bring the work together
Review the completed scope, address final details, and coordinate project closeout.
THE PEOPLE BEHIND TICO
The people
behind the work.
Tico Restorations LLC is led by owners and managers Madison McDonald and Andres Arguedas, whose long-standing industry experience shapes the business. Tico brings a general contractor’s perspective to renovation, building restoration and painting. Florida general contracting license CGC1540880.
Experienced owners. A capable team. A clear focus on your property.
About Madison
Madison brings long-standing construction-industry experience to her role as an owner and manager of Tico Restorations LLC. Together with Andres, she leads the business with an experienced perspective on renovation, restoration and the work behind every project.
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OWNERSHIPAndres Arguedas
Owner & Manager
About Andres
Andres brings extensive industry experience to his role as an owner and manager of Tico Restorations LLC. Alongside Madison, he helps lead a business built around practical construction knowledge and a thoughtful approach to each property.
Mariem Ramirez
Project Manager
About Mariem
Mariem supports the planning and coordination behind Tico’s projects. As Project Manager, her role brings project details, team communication and the next steps together.
Scott McDonald
Owner Operator
About Scott McDonald
Scott serves as an Owner Operator at Tico Restorations.
Thalia Manals
Field Supervisor
About Thalia
Thalia supports the day-to-day oversight of work in the field. As a Field Supervisor, her focus is on helping crews stay coordinated and keeping attention on the work at hand.
Jonathan Mesa Gonzalez
Field Supervisor
About Jonathan
Jonathan Mesa Gonzalez oversees restoration and painting projects across Florida. He provides consistent on-site supervision from initial preparation through the final walkthrough, coordinating crews, ensuring safety and quality, and maintaining clear communication with property management.
Maria Fernanda
Sales
About Maria
Maria is part of Tico’s sales team, helping prospective clients begin a conversation about their property and project needs. Her role supports the connection between an initial inquiry and the next discussion with Tico.
About Scott Forster
Scott is Tico’s Certified General Contractor, providing the professional qualification behind the company’s general contracting work.
About Dayanna
Advises the company on contracts, business matters and construction-related risk.
Ownership and management roles supplied by the business. Scott Forster’s qualifying-contractor relationship (CGC1540880) and Madison’s Financial Officer–Business relationship (FRO19788) verified with Florida DBPR on November 11, 2026.
Tico is a construction company, not a law firm. Its legal counsel represents Tico Restorations LLC, not its customers.
BEFORE YOU REACH OUT
A clearer first conversation.
Useful details help turn an initial inquiry into a defined scope.
What should a property manager or board prepare?
Start with the property name and city, areas involved, existing reports or plans, access restrictions, desired timing and the people reviewing the scope. Note which decisions are still open.
Can I include photographs and documents?
Yes, attach the files you choose in your own email app. This website does not upload or store files. Leave out confidential resident information and account credentials.
Is sending an inquiry a project commitment?
No. Each scope is reviewed individually. Pricing, scheduling and any agreement are confirmed separately.
How can I verify Tico’s Florida qualification?
Use the official DBPR links on this page for Scott Forster’s Tico general contractor license CGC1540880. Work requiring a separate trade license is coordinated with appropriately licensed contractors.
START A CONVERSATION
Your property.
Your next chapter.
Whether you’re planning construction, a renovation or a restoration, share the property, the scope and the decisions ahead. Use the email links below or prepare a proposal request alongside.
CONTACT DETAILSEmail Madison Email Andres Email Thalia
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EMAIL PREPARATIONBuild a clear request, then open an email draft to Madison McDonald at madisonm@ticoresto.com. You review and send it in your email app. This form does not submit, upload or save your details to a server.