THE PROCESS – RENOVATIONS AND ADDITIONS

Selecting a Contractor

Renovating and / or adding to your current home is a large financial and emotional investment. You must be sure to select a company that can masterfully manage this process. By selecting the best contractor for your project, you will have a rewarding and successful experience.

To ensure you are selecting the right contractor for you, we suggest you evaluate a contractor based on character, reputation, experience and knowledge in the construction business. Ask yourself the following questions as you go through the selection process:

Are you able to communicate easily with this contractor and does the contractor take the time to understand exactly what you want?
Is the contractor passionate about what they do and do they have a sincere desire to satisfy the client?
Is the contractor upfront and honest with you? Are they setting your expectations for the process you will be going through including budget and timelines?
Does the contractor have testimonials from past clients?
Will the contractor provide you a list of referrals to contact directly for input on the process?

Quality should always be expected when building a new home. Here are some additional items to consider when selecting a contractor:

Is the company financially stable and do they plan for the future?
Does the general contractor and field management team have “hands on” experience in construction enabling them to be more aware of all the details, big and small, and the quality standards required throughout the entire construction process?
Does the contractor have the ability to complete your project on time and within budget?
How often will the budget and the schedule be updated and discussed with the client?
Is the contractor creative and capable of helping you realize your vision throughout the entire process?
Will the contractor keep you, the client, involved throughout each step of the process to ensure your satisfaction with the final product?