Designer Builders Renovation Process
“The Big Picture
We want to hear your ideas. Websites such as Houzz and Pinterest allow you to send your inspiration. An onsite visit will allow us to walk through all of your ideas for the space while considering structural options for opening up walls, joining rooms, or vaulting ceilings. Often, once we see your space we are able to pitch ideas you may have not considered. If your project involves an addition, extensive restructuring, or special permitting, our licensed architect will assist in the design phase.”
“Conceptual Cost Estimate
After our first meeting we can provide conceptual budget ranges to assist in your decision-making process. Once we get into the design phase of your project we’re able to start focusing on specific numbers to fit your unique needs.”
“Design
First, we draft a design, and we combine all of the elements you want into a functional space that blends seamlessly with your home. We work closely with our interior designer from the beginning to ensure each detail works in harmony. We consider everything from appliance selection to fixtures, lighting, electrical locations, tile, countertops, and more. We take extra consideration in lighting design, the core of any beautiful home.”
“PreConstruction Agreement
Once a plan and specifications have been identified, we begin the process of detailed cost analysis to generate a sound project budget. This involves meeting and designing with our subcontractors, detailed material take-offs and quotations, etc.
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“Construction Agreement
Signing of agreement to hold project start date on our schedule.”
“Preorder and Advance Off-site Commencement
Due to increased lead times we are ordering appliances, fixtures, doors/windows, cabinets, etc. long in advance of installation on-site to prevent project lulls. ”
“PreConstruction Hand-off Meeting
Discuss daily operations, parking, access, means of communication, etc.”
“Start of Construction
Our uniquely skilled team is ready to tackle your home renovation project!
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Our first day on the job site looks a little different from most contractors. We start by introducing you to our team, so you know everyone who will be working in your home. Then before we ever pick up a hammer, we implement a comprehensive dust control plan. We take cleanliness and safety very seriously, as the health and comfort of you and your family are our number one priority. You can read all the details about our extensive dust and surface protection system by clicking here.
Once the entire work area is quarantined and all surfaces are protected, we begin dismantling your existing kitchen. While most remodelers subcontract demolition to general laborers, we perform the whole process with our in-house carpenters. This reduces the risk of accidents, as well as allows us to keep close tabs on our dust control and maintain a clean jobsite. We also prefer to dismantle things methodically, so any recyclables can be separated, and any usable components can be donated to Habitat ReStore.
With all of the debris removed from your home, we begin any framing alterations, roughing in plumbing, electrical, and HVAC components, and insulation. Anything that will be hidden inside your walls or ceiling goes in at this time. This process is a joint effort between our specialized subcontractors and our full time carpenters.