Understanding Design Build: Our 6-Step Process for Success

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Understanding Design Build: Our 6-Step Process for Success

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Master Remodelers has been breathing new life into Pittsburgh’s unique landscape of homes since 1988. From that extensive experience we have honed our six stage design+build process into a holistic and efficient method, delivering home design and remodeling with exceptional quality, style and sustainability.

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Six Steps For Success

1. We Talk and Listen 4 2. Design Build Feasibility 5 3. Cost Analysis 8 4. Construction Prep 10 5. Construction Begins 12 6. Post Construction Back-Up and Customer Service 13 Your Next Steps 14 How to Contact Us 15

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STEP 1: We Talk and Listen At our firm, effective communication takes precedence. Our experienced design-build team member will talk with you to gain an understanding of your vision, needs, wants, budget, and timeline. We recognize the significance of comprehending the challenges and issues you want to address in your home.

What’s the Outcome?

You will gain a clear understanding of what to expect from us. It is perfectly fine for either party to determine that our firm may not fit your project. However, if we are the right match, we will schedule an in-home consultation. If at that point you wish to engage our services, we will formalize the design agreement for your signature. This agreement will mark the official beginning of the design-build feasibility process.

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STEP 2: Design Build Feasibility Design Phase One We understand that your project is unique so we start by gathering as much information as possible.

To succeed, we need to thoroughly understand your goals and determine the project’s overall feasibility.

Our Phase One deliverables are conceptual schematic drawings, site conditions and/or issues analysis, preliminary floor plans, and 3D renderings. Based on your feedback, we refine the preliminary designs; matching the design goals to your forecasted budget.

The number of design iterations depends on the client and the project.

Design Phase Two Once we have a mutually agreed upon design, we will further evaluate the project’s constructability while continuing to develop it with product and material selections. Understanding the project’s constructability requirements ensures that proper and sustainable construction means and methods are aligned with the budget.

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Design Build Feasibility Our team utilizes design build tech tools that provide the visuals you need to understand the possibilities for your space; comprehend costs; clarify budgets; and identify any structural concerns while forecasting realistic timelines.

We offer preliminary product discussions; complete structural assessments; and home performance evaluations.

We work with surveyors and engineers, as necessary, to adhere to municipal regulations and create construction timelines and early cost projections.

If the projected cost is more than you are comfortable with, we can adjust either the design or the scope of the work. We value your time and budget, so we only move into Step 3: Cost Analysis once you have a clear idea of what you want, love the design, have trust in our team, and are comfortable with early cost projections.

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Design Build Feasibility What Makes It Happen?

Our Architectural Designer and production team visit your home for an in-depth consultation and measurements, typically more than once.

When we clearly understand the scope, our talented Architectural Designer will create detailed, buildable plans and full-color 3D digital imaging to help you visualize the new space and how furniture will fit. With these tools, we can provide you with a clear picture of how your new space will look and function, ensuring your vision is brought to life.

The more detailed your plans are, the more accurate the next step, your Cost Analysis, and eventually your fixed-price construction contract.

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STEP 3: Cost Analysis You may have heard this next step called an estimate; we call it a Cost Analysis.

At Master Remodelers, we do not provide estimates or guesstimates. We offer a comprehensive Cost Analysis that gives you a precise understanding of your project’s expenses.

To achieve this, we carefully consider your architectural plans, site conditions, and our 35 years of design-build experience plus a proprietary data bank of project cost analytics. Our team formulates construction strategies, documents the scope of work and creates detailed cost projections.

The resulting Cost Analysis document is an informed outcome that empowers you to make budgetary decisions based on the project’s scope and costs.

Our clients praise us for delivering the most detailed cost analyses and architectural plans they have ever seen. With our expertise, you’ll be better positioned to make informed decisions about moving forward into construction with a fixed-price contract.

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Cost Analysis How We Get There We get there by a clear scope of work and a detailed architectural design, plus 3D images that you will love.

We get there by an understanding of the site conditions and potential challenges.

This helps us provide you with a comprehensive and tailored solution.

To avoid surprises, we will help you determine your tastes and preferences in selecting appliances, materials, and finishes.

By doing this, we can ensure there are little to no change orders after the construction contract is signed.

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STEP 4: Construction Prep You have signed the fixed-price construction contract marking our formal commitment to work together to make your vision a reality. The architectural drawings are progressing with increasing detail, and we are diligently establishing timelines and scheduling workflows to ensure a seamless execution of the project.

You will now be able to track the progress of your project from your private customer portal and have frequent conversations and meetings with your design and production team. Our Architectural Designer and Lead Carpenter will order materials and schedule delivery dates to keep construction timelines on track.

We take pride in our in-house management and production crew, and in our relationships with talented and trusted trade partners including engineers, energy and sustainability specialists, and interior decorators. They are an extension of Master Remodelers and have helped us deliver exceptional results to countless clients.

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Construction Prep How This Happens Our in-house Architectural Designer guides you through all the selections to make your space comfortable, healthy, and lively.

The Production Manager, who has been involved with your project from the beginning, coordinates with the carpentry staff and trade partners to ensure your project is scheduled efficiently and poised to be executed perfectly.

Our simple online private customer portal makes it possible to access your project detail, schedule, product selections and team communications from any computer, tablet, or smartphone 24/7.

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STEP 5: Construction Begins Starting construction is a truly memorable day. Our talented and professional team arrives at your home, commencing work in a safe, organized, and tidy manner.

Having worked hard to plan everything, there are few loose ends left. You can sit back and let us manage the process. Consistency is key to success. The team you met with initially to discuss your project continues to work with you as you move to construction. With Steps 2 and 3, we benefit from advanced lead time.

What Helps It Go So Smoothly Our Design Build process empowers us to be agile in scheduling and ensures effective project management. This approach enhances our ability to meet efficiency throughout the entire project life cycle. Your Lead Carpenter will coordinate all work and personnel, arrange for inspections, follow plans, update the schedule daily. You have complete control via our online customer portal, with every project detail available to you 24/7. Daily progress photos and product selections are included so you can stay updated easily.

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STEP 6: Post Construction Back-Up and Customer Service Our commitment to clients transcends the completion of construction.

We ensure that any necessary adjustments are made for you to settle into your newly perfected surroundings.

Anticipating minor issues as a house settles, we reach out to you six-months after completion to schedule warranty service. Our promptness and attention to detail is backed by a two-year warranty on our construction; our unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction is unparalleled.

Why? Our reputation for highquality customer service has been the hallmark of our success and growth.

Our goal is to create lasting relationships with our clients and become your Design Build partner over your lifetime.

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Your Next Steps Once you have decided that a remodel is the best choice for your home and family, and you have created your list of challenges and must-haves, you can indulge in more specific design choices.

Explore online countertop materials, outdoor entertainment spaces, impressively smart and energy efficient appliances in the kitchen, or ceiling design options.

Avoid feeling overwhelmed with all the choices by first searching style types then working your way down to the details within that style.

Modern farmhouse, craftsman, mid-century modern, transitional, or traditional designs are popular with plenty of ideas to explore.

Don’t worry, you won't have to figure this out all on your own, and you won't be confined to only one style.

Your designer will be well-versed in combining different styles to create a unique balance that suits your personal tastes. However, do plan to have plenty of ideas and preferences ready to go for your consultation and design meetings. This will help your designer create a plan more efficiently.

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How to Contact Us You do not have to wait until you have all of your ideas and must-haves organized to contact us.

We specialize in centering our clients’ vision and helping them to realize their dream space.

Our biggest point of pride is hearing from clients years later about how in love they are with their space. It is why we often work with referrals from previous clients.

Are you ready to experience a smooth remodeling process that delivers the perfect space? Click the link below to schedule a consultation.

Schedule Your Consultation https://masterremodelersinc.com/contact/

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www.masterremodelersinc.com

3630 Elm Avenue •Pittsburgh, PA 15234 412-341-6585