Make sure you get a checklist together that identifies all aspescts of the remodel. Have a goal set in place and we will get you there.
Need to see Licensees, and drawings with explain Estimate
If you have specific areas of concern or details that are important to you be sure your contractor puts it in writing, either on your contract, by email or on an addendum. This is the best way to prevent issues with communication.
Check the site as often as you can, if you have a problem with anything then directly report it to the contractor.
Find a great master builder that you can trust and work closely with him to complete your project.
Stay in constant communication with us. If something is bothering you please bring it to our attention. We have found that if communication falls away the project suffers. We have Project Managers that can be reached and an office staff here to help make sure you are satisfied.
When getting an estimate before hiring your Contractor. Make sure he is on time, licensed, knowledgeable, & has good references.
The single most important thing a homeowner or business person can do is keep good communication with your contractor.
Hire Structura. Focus on a team and a collaborative environment. Get the General Contractor on board early in the conceptual stages to work with the client and design team to advise on building systems, costs, materials, availability, constructibility and timeframes/schedule. Include contingencies for what ifs, unknowns, surprises. Meet and develop relationships with governmental officials early and get buy in for the project.
Clients can ensure their project is successful by being prepared and being realistic. Thinking through things and involving professionals like architects, engineers and builders early in the process can help provide an efficient and successful project. It’s important to be realistic on what can be achieved within the budget. We try to have budget conversations early in the process to make sure our clients’ expectations are aligned with a realistic goal. Understanding those goals and clearly defining expectations holds everyone accountable.
The most important thing for property owners to focus on is their selections. Throughout the project clients need to continue working on selections. We give all of our clients a schedule, showing them the timelines that they need to hit on their selections, so that we can get materials ordered in a timely fashion.
The thing that clients can do, is, not focus on price. Understand, everybody is concerned about price. A good contractor will help you understand why a project costs what it costs. If a homeowner is not focused on price, they can focus on the contractor, and the reputation of the contractor. That’s what’s important. If you’re working with a quality company, the cost will always be fair. The best thing that a client can do, is, to get a referral to the contractor, read their reviews, and go with a company that they like, who offers what they need, and most of all, who they trust, and who has shown to be trustworthy from other referrals. We think three bids is a waste of everyone’s time. One bid from somebody you trust, and who has good reviews, is really all you need.
Clients need to make sure that their expectations are not unrealistic. Unrealistic goals without a trusted relationship could cause problems. Setting expectations early in the process is extremely important.
Homeowners should develop a team early. I want to be involved from the start. If we are approached once plans have been finished I am hesitant to take the project.
Work with our design team on finalizing selections prior to starting construction.
Team selection is the most important element that the Client can control. A collaborative team is the most effective team.
The design needs to be set for the most part before construction commences, I have had clients have some big changes in the middle of the project, that have caused permitting updates and budget increases, this definitely slows down the process.
The best things clients can do to make the project successful is to do their homework on materials, products, colors, etc., before the project starts, and then make timely decisions as the project goes along. As design/builders, we try to do this with our clients so that delays for decisions and product ordering are kept to a minimum once the project starts. There is nothing worse for your schedule than making a last minute decision and then finding out the product has an 8-10 week lead time!
Hire the right contractor that will understand the project.
Cheaper bid is not the answer.
Look at some photos of there work and compare what you need to do for you, there skills.
Must have a budget and 20%.
Work with a reputable contractor.