# The Ultimate Guide to Custom Van Conversions in Florida (2026)

> What to know before buying a custom camper van in Florida: platforms, layouts, costs, timelines and builders. From a Jacksonville shop that's been building

Page: https://beachsidecustomvans.com/custom-van-conversion-florida-guide/ (updated 2026-10-28)

Getting a van converted is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make as an aspiring van lifer, and one of the most exciting. But it’s also one where bad information can cost you thousands of dollars and months of frustration.

## What the article covers
- Choosing Your Van Platform
- Mercedes Sprinter, The Premium Choice
- Ford Transit, The Versatile Workhorse
- Ram ProMaster, The Budget-Friendly Option
- Types of Van Conversions
- Weekend Warrior
- Full-Time Living
- Family Builds
- Specialty & Work Vans
- The Van Conversion Process Step by Step
- Step 1: Consultation
- Step 2: Design & Planning
- Step 3: Insulation & Vapor Barrier
- Step 4: Electrical System
- Step 5: Plumbing
- Step 6: Cabinetry & Interior
- Step 7: Final Install & Quality Check
- Van Conversion Costs in Florida
- Electrical Systems: The Heart of Your Van
- Lithium Batteries
- Solar
- Victron Energy Management
- Shore Power
- Alternator Charging
- Florida-Specific Considerations
- Air Conditioning is Non-Negotiable
- Insulation for Heat, Not Cold
- Humidity-Resistant Materials
- Ventilation Design
- UV Protection
- Timeline: How Long Does a Van Conversion Take?
- How to Choose a Van Builder in Florida
- What to Look For
- Red Flags
- Questions to Ask
- Why Beachside Custom Vans?
- Get Started

## Next step
- The 2027 models: Oasis from $195,000 (https://beachsidecustomvans.com/oasis/), Drifter from $140,000 (https://beachsidecustomvans.com/drifter/), Gamer Van from $195,000 (https://beachsidecustomvans.com/gamer-van/).
- Vans for sale now: https://beachsidecustomvans.com/vans-for-sale/
- Contact Beachside Custom Vans: https://beachsidecustomvans.com/contact/, (954) 309-0195, alex@beachsidecustomvans.com. Shop: 1545 Main St #100, Atlantic Beach, FL 32233, Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, shop visits by appointment.

## About Beachside Custom Vans
- Beachside Custom Vans: Semi-custom and fully custom Mercedes-Benz Sprinter camper vans, built by hand in Atlantic Beach, Florida, since 2021.
- 55+ full builds and 220+ vans worked on since 2021.
- Google rating: 5.0 from 57 reviews.
- Shop: 1545 Main St #100, Atlantic Beach, FL 32233. Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. Shop visits by appointment.