What is Design + Build?

Step into the world of informed remodeling decisions.

An upfront estimate purchase translates your visions into actionable plans, giving you control over costs and timelines from day one

  • Completely customized and tailored to your needs

  • No external architect required, we handle the plans

  • Interior Designers available

  • We handle budgeting, planning, selections, and building.

Our Design Retainer vs. Free Estimates

Ever wonder why some estimates are free? It’s because they’re based off of a quick glance at your project.

Our design retainer fee dives deeper than free estimates: We dedicate 20-30 hours to nailing down the specific costs of your project, from lumber to labor.

Paying for an estimate sets the stage for a project that’s on time, completed within budget, exceeds your expectations, and sets the groundwork for a transformation you’ll love.

Why don’t we do free estimates?

Your Custom Design + Build Process

1

Initial Phone Call

We will have an initial phone call to discuss your desired project and your budget. If you are looking for a kitchen or bathroom we discuss how your budget would fit into 1 of our 3 tiers and see which one will be the best fit for you. 

If we both agree that we are the company you need, we will move forward with setting up an in person meeting.

2

Site Visit / Office Meeting

Depending on the project, we will determine if we meet you in your home or in our office. During this appointment, we will take pictures, measurements and talk about any other major details.

3

Design Retainer
(Billed $125 per hour)

Depending on the project, we will determine if we meet you in your home or in our office. During this appointment, we will take pictures, measurements and talk about any other major details.

The Design Stage (2 – 3 Weeks)

Onboarding

Meet BuilderTrend, our project management Software.

  • All communication is within BuilderTrend

  • Handles schedules, communication, files, and project information in one convenient place.

Site Inspection

We gather needed information and inspect the site. 

  • We start mechanical inspection such as Electrical, Plumbing, and HVAC.

  • Project Manager begins structural and trade inspections.

Blueprints Drawn

Our team starts working on floorplans and renderings

  • Detailed floorplans with call-outs

  • 3d Renderings (Vector View)

Building Stage

Work begins on your project.

  • Final Contract Signed

  • Permits Applied For

  • Schedule Built

  • Special Orders Placed

  • Work Starts

Benefits of a Design Retainer

Free Estimates, while attractive at first glance, may not always serve your best interests for several reasons:

Lack of Depth

Free estimates are often prepared quickly and without a deep dive into the specifics of your project. This superficial overview might miss critical details, leading to inaccurate or incomplete assessments.

Hidden Costs

To compensate for the time and resources spent on providing free estimates, companies might inflate prices elsewhere and  include hidden fees, indirectly affecting your overall costs.

Quality of Service

The depth and accuracy of our estimates will be well worth your investment. A hastily prepared free estimate could indicate a similarly rushed approach to the actual work.

Generic Solutions

Free estimates tend to offer one-size-fits-all solutions that may not fully address the unique needs or challenges of a client’s project, potentially compromising the outcome.

Change Orders

Without a detailed analysis, free estimates can lead to frequent and costly change orders as unanticipated work arises, significantly increasing the project’s final cost.