Builder Guide to PROFIT REFERRALS and REPEAT BUSINESS

BUILDING

MADE

EASY

Builders Guide to

PROFIT - REFERRALS - REPEAT Business

e-book companion to the "BUILDING MADE EASY" Workshop

AUTHOR REGGI KEMP

TABLE OF CONTENTS 01 ABOUT US 02 HOME OWNERS DESIRES...

03 BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH A CONSTRUCTION CONSULTANT 04 COMMUNICATION 05 SELECT THE DESIGN TEAM 06 CRITICAL COMPONENTS 07 DOCUMENTATION

CHAPTER

01

ABOUT US

ABOUT US We SPECIALIZE in CONSTRUCTION CONSULTING.....

"Building Made Easy" is

Interactive Informative Educational Empowering The "Building Made Easy" Pre-Construction Approach helps to ensure the manifestation of what YOU see in your DREAMS regarding your NEW HOME!

LACK OF DOCUMENTATION AND THE OMISSION OF DETAILS ON CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS WILL CAUSE

CONFUSION, DELAYS, WASTE TIME, AND MONEY.

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02

HOME OWNERS DESIRES

HOME OWNERS DESIRES Home Owners Desires the following

from Builders;

Concern about the Cost to Build

Desire to AVOID Change Orders

Desire to AVOID or minimize

unforeseen COST

Ability to Communicate EFFECTIVELY

with Builder and the Design Team

Building Timeline Review and be

informed of Schedule Changes

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03

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH A CONSTRUCTION CONSULTANT

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH A CONSTRUCTION CONSULTANT The Benefits of Working with a

Construction Consultant are as

follows;

Educate and Inform Clients

SAVING the Builder TIME and MONEY, allowing the builder to remain focused on executing the plan.

Comprehensive Pre-Construction

Packet defines the clients

NEEDS * WANTS * DESIRES

per room.

ELIMINATING multiple Change Orders

Pre-Construction Packet is then

passed onto the Design Team;

Architect and Sub-Contractor for

pricing.

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH A CONSTRUCTION CONSULTANT The Benefits of Working with a

Construction Consultant are as

follows;

Pre-Construction Packet is then

passed onto the Design Team;

Architect and Sub-Contractor for

pricing.

Addressing the COST CONCERNS of

the Client.

The FOUR Phase BUILDING Made Easy

System is organized and requires the

client to get and be engaged, the

outcome is based on their

participation.

However, a

construction consultant will guide

them thru the process.

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04

COMMUNICATION

COMMUNICATION The most important part of the process...

COMMUNICATION The essence of “all” meaningful relationships begins with effective communication. If you are among the FEW, the BOLD. Those who dare to take on the challenge of CUSTOM BUILDING for the purpose of creating a Unique Environment representative of your Life and Lifestyle.

Custom Building is a strategic, calculated undertaking that’s undergirded by accurate and timely documentation BEFORE, DURING, and AFTER the Build!

COMMUNICATION COMMUNICATION

TOP 10 Steps . . .

1.

Discuss obtaining quotes and cost variables.

2.

Discuss build timeline and adjustments.

3.

Discuss how the builder handles scheduling sub-contractor[s] and interruptions in schedules.

4.

Discuss the builder's processes and established procedures.

5.

Discuss the builder's change order procedures.

COMMUNICATION COMMUNICATION

TOP 10 Steps [continued] . . .

6.

Discuss the builders product and finish out selection ordering, and receiving process.

7.

Discuss builder guidelines for working with the bank on construction loan draws.

8.

Meet the builder administrative support team, this is helpful for several reasons we will list two; Ensure effective Flow of Communication Correct and timely bank submittals

9.

Determine the Builder's communication style.

Does his style compliment yours or do you need to find another Builder?

10.

Provide the Builder with a Pre-Construction Packet, giving specific details of your needs.

NEED - WANT - DESIRE

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05

SELECT THE DESIGN TEAM

SELECT THE DESIGN TEAM ALLOW each DESIGN TEAM member to operate according to their speciality

The outcome of this project is dependant upon this working business relationship, and it continues beyond the finished project.

TEAMS work BEST when every player understands who's on board.

Collaboration is more effective when everyone involved understands the role of each member. From the beginning, roles are clear and communication channels are established.

Builder and Sub-Contractors will need Worker’s Compensation and adequate liability Insurance

SELECT THE DESIGN TEAM ALLOW each DESIGN TEAM member to operate according to their speciality

Builder should have ESTABLISHED standard practices and administrative processes for internal and external communication for project progress or inspections, quote request, product selections and reorder, schedule delays, draw submittals, change orders, quality control, etc

Builder should have or ensure all subs [workers] abide by Safety Protocol.

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06

CRITICAL COMPONENTS

CRITICAL COMPONENTS CRITICAL COMPONENTS

Top 10 Critical "Project" Components to discuss BEFORE CONSTRUCTION begins ...

1.

Does this project require a well or not?

2.

Gas or Electric?

3.

Dictate floor threshold or not; slab floors can be poured to accommodate the flooring selections and design. [take the workshop to find how MORE]

CRITICAL COMPONENTS CRITICAL COMPONENTS

Top 10 Critical "Project" Components to discuss BEFORE CONSTRUCTION begins [continued] . . .

4.

Thermal floor in bathrooms or other areas?

5.

Type of Lighting? Indicate it on the lighting plan prior to getting quotes.

6.

Attic construction, complete or not, etc..?

CRITICAL COMPONENTS CRITICAL COMPONENTS

Top 10 Critical "Project" Components to discuss BEFORE CONSTRUCTION begins [continued] . . .

7.

Type of insulation or solar?

8.

Media, Electronic, or alarm system preferences?

9.

Doorway and walkway clearances?

10.

Hydraulic or lift requirements for garage, closet, or other areas?

CRITICAL COMPONENTS CRITICAL COMPONENTS

Top 10 Critical "Project" Components to discuss BEFORE CONSTRUCTION begins [continued] . . .

7.

Type of insulation or solar?

8.

Media, Electronic, or alarm system preferences?

9.

Doorway and walkway clearances?

10.

Hydraulic or lift requirements for garage, closet, or other areas?

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07

DOCUMENTATION

DOCUMENTATION The Second most IMPORTANT part of the process...

DOCUMENTATION

Construction Documents are CRITICAL! TOP 7 Steps . . .

1.

Review, UNDERSTAND and sign the contractual agreement with the Builder

2.

Drawings are composed and sent to the City for Approval and to Contractors for quotes; don't experience delays because the wrong set was sent.

3.

Detailed Construction Documents are sent to Sub-Contractors to obtain quotes.

DOCUMENTATION DOCUMENTATION

Construction Documents are CRITICAL! TOP 7 Steps [continued] . . .

4.

Discuss the builder[s] processes and procedures.

5.

Accessible Interior/Exterior selections, without CHANGE, are required for ordering.

6.

Detailed description of change orders required to prevent confusion.

7.

Change order needs to be reviewed, with an understanding on how it will effect the schedule, cost and any other variables.

Agreed and approved by the client prior to the work being done.

BUILDERS GUIDE TO

PROFIT - REFERRALS - REPEAT Business OUR FIRM SPECIALIZES IN "NEW RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION" WE UTILIZE A SYSTEMATIC PROCESS, BROKEN DOWN INTO FOUR PHASES.

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