Top 3 Reasons to Choose Design Build
When remodeling your Ann Arbor home, you’ll have two options to move forward: you can either bid out and hire individual contractors to complete your project, (an architect, carpenter, electrician, plumber, and more) or you can hire a design build firm that has curated all the professionals you’ll need to take you from idea to design to construction. Either option can get you your dream home, but there are some clear advantages to going with a quality design build firm. Here are the top three:
One-Stop Convenience
A design build firm streamlines the remodeling process, making it a one-stop destination for all your home improvement needs. You come with your dreams and ideas, and the team of professionals will take it from there — from detailing your designs, to pulling permits, to applying the last coat of paint.
You’ll need many different professionals to complete a home remodel, including:
Designers/Architects
Carpenters
Plumbers
Electricians
Tileworkers
Masons
Drywall installers
Carpet installers
And that’s just the beginning. Hiring everyone on your own can be extremely stressful. By going with a design build firm, you’ll know each subcontractor that will be working on your home has been carefully vetted and has the expertise necessary to get the job done right.
Pro Tip: Love perusing Houzz or Pinterest for inspiration? Go for it! It’s a great way to articulate your vision to your designer so they’ll know the style you’re going for.
Worry-Free Management & Communication
Besides hiring individual contractors, coordinating their schedules and being the communication hub is a challenge. If you opt for a design build company, they are responsible for these tasks; all you need to do is sit back and watch your ideas come to life.
Chances are, you or someone you know has had an experience with a contractor not following through with work or not responding to calls. Design build firms only work with the most reliable subcontractors, so you won’t ever have to deal with partially completed projects or unanswered phone calls.
Communication is key for a successful home project, and design build firms make this easy. You’ll have one point of contact for your questions, concerns, and ideas, and a straightforward way to get your vision across to the entire team. Furthermore, your project manager will keep you up to speed with all progress updates and other important information.
Pro Tip: When researching design build firms, look for companies who have an established process for keeping in touch with their clients, such as scheduled weekly meetings.
A Better Investment in Time & Money
Many homeowners feel they can save money bidding out individual contractors. This can be risky for two reasons:
If cost alone is the decision maker, you could be compromising quality.
Surprise price increases are common with inexperienced contractors who don’t expect and plan for unforeseen complications.
A quality design build firm will carefully set a budget and scope of work and stay close to their goals, so you’ll know ahead of time how much your project will cost and how long it will take. Additionally, since they’re working together as a team, the process will typically take less time to complete.
Pro Tip: To help decide on a design build team, read reviews and look for mentions of staying on time and on budget.
The outcome of your home improvement project is most important, but a stress-free journey getting there is a close second. Could Forward Design Build be the right firm for your project? Check out our YouTube channel to see a few of our favorite projects come to life, and hear from our clients.
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