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Our systematic approach to custom builds and remodels is simple, clear and streamlined.
1. Project Development Phase
Start Your Project
The first step is to complete our New Project Form.
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From there, we review your information to determine if we are a good fit and reach out to discuss your project in more depth. This is a chance to get to know each other and your property.
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Schematic Design / Concept
Whether you’re starting from scratch or refining a rough concept, we’ll connect you with trusted designers/architects that fit your vision and style. Once you have a schematic design or a concept drawing, we are able to prepare a proposal.
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Proposal and Contract
Once we receive your schematic design, we put together a proposal with a detailed cost-to-build estimate, proposed timeline, scope of work and payment schedule. Learn more about our pricing structure and construction costs. If you choose to work with us, we sign a contract and a retainer is collected.
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Construction Plans & Permits
We work with you and your design team during the planning stage so that your design matches your budget. We believe that a thoughtful design and planning process is the foundation of every successful project. Investing time in the design stage ensures that your vision, budget, and timeline are clearly defined before construction begins.
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2. Pre-Construction Phase
This phase occurs after your construction drawings are complete and before construction begins. It is the process by which your construction plans are converted to a project plan. It's also when we solidify the scope of work, collect costs and finalize the cost-to-build estimate.​
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Some of the main action items during the pre-construction phase include:
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reviewing the construction drawings again and again, and again.
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conducting client meetings and asking a lot of questions.
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mapping out the entire project by itemizing the scopes of work for every trade
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meeting with subs to go over the project in depth
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preparing bid packages for subs and suppliers
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reviewing all bids and determining the various subs to hire
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assisting you in making selections via our Selections Worksheet
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shopping for selections
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performing takeoffs for all the materials needed in the project
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setting up the project in Buildertrend
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plugging all costs into final cost-to-build estimate
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No construction happens on the job until the pre-con phase is complete and you have reviewed the final cost-to-build estimate. If all looks good, we convert the estimate to our budget. You pay a deposit for construction costs and this officially kicks off the construction phase.
3. Construction Phase
During construction, we execute the project plan, focusing on communication, budget, timeliness, and quality:​
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Trade coordination
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Purchase Orders
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Scheduling
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Accounts Payable
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Lien waivers
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Actuals vs Budget / Variances
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Inspections
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Onsite meetings
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Client communication
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Plan review
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Material handling
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Quality control
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Troubleshooting
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Change Orders as needed
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At the end of this phase, your project is complete and has passed final inspection.
4. Post-Construction Phase
After construction, we focus on concluding the project to ensure complete satisfaction.
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Punch List items
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Warranty items
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Final billing/accounting
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Project Review & Wrap-up​
See what's possible for your home.
Whether you are just exploring options or you already have construction plans, we can help you navigate your project with confidence. Schedule a short consultation to share your vision, and we’ll provide expert guidance and clear next steps so you know exactly how to move forward with your ADU, custom home or remodel.