OUR PROCESS

Importance of Planning

Thorough planning is essential for successful construction projects. Rushing without detailed planning often results in problems and delays. While pre-construction planning can be costly, the value of collaboratively planning and sequencing a project on paper is invaluable for the overall build. The expense of pre-construction is based on the time invested.

Design and Construction

The pre-construction phase integrates both design and construction elements. The construction team acts as consultants, collaborating with architects and clients to develop budgets, pricing, and schedules.

Accuracy Through Information

Gathering comprehensive information upfront leads to more accurate cost estimates and timelines. When information is lacking, assumptions and allowances must be made, which can significantly impact the budget and create frustrations during construction.

Benefits of Pre-Construction

Collaborating closely during pre-construction fosters a better understanding of the project and ensures accurate communication with clients. This collaboration enables the construction team to provide a clear and detailed picture of what is required to build the project.

Proactive vs. Reactive Approach

Pre-construction allows for proactive evaluation of materials, systems, and alternatives. This approach enables thorough study and optimization. In contrast, making decisions during construction is reactive and limits the time available for proper analysis and refinement.

Confidence in Budget Adherence

The pre-construction process instills confidence in the established budget through transparency among all team members. With thorough planning and value engineering, projects can be executed within the set budget, minimizing the need for a large contingency.

Cost Efficiency

Investing in pre-construction is crucial to prevent budget overruns, schedule delays, and inefficiencies. This structured approach allows for thorough planning, risk mitigation, and ensures the project stays on track.

In summary, the pre-construction phase is vital for ensuring alignment, thorough planning, and efficient project execution within budget and timeline constraints. By investing in pre-construction, clients can expect better cost control, minimized risks, and a more successful construction process overall.

Next Steps

Once the pre-construction phase is complete, we transition to construction. Our dedicated Project Manager becomes your primary contact, working closely with our on-site Superintendent. Together, they coordinate all construction activities, collaborating with our skilled craftspeople and trusted trade partners. This ensures the highest quality work is completed on schedule and within budget.

Partners

We ensure our trade partners maintain high standards of quality and pricing through clear scope definitions, detailed subcontractor agreements, and regular site inspections. Our Site Superintendent oversees on-site production and quality control, ensuring smooth progress according to plan. Supported by a strong network of trusted suppliers and subcontractors, our team guarantees that your project benefits from the expertise and reliability of our top-tier professionals.

Communication

Clear communication is our top priority throughout the construction process. We use Procore, an industry-leading cloud-based project management software, as the central hub for all project documentation. It can be customized to share as much or as little information as you prefer.

Your project team will provide:

• Daily logs with photos and summaries
• Weekly progress walkthrough videos
• Bi-weekly primary schedule updates
• Weekly three-week lookaheads
• Regular project meetings managed by your project manager

This regular flow of information ensures transparency and keeps you in control of your project.

Safety

Safety is paramount in our construction process. We enforce strict safety protocols to ensure a secure working environment for everyone involved. Our team is thoroughly trained to adhere to all safety regulations and take necessary precautions to prevent accidents and disruptions. Each project has a dedicated Site Safety Manager who collaborates with our trade partners to execute tasks safely. This proactive approach minimizes disruptions, prevents accidents, enhances efficiency, and reduces delays, reflecting our long-term commitment to safety.

Protecting Your Asset

With our Home Care Program, we recognize that a homeowner’s most valuable asset is their home. Our proven process offers a seamless warranty and maintenance experience, ensuring the protection of your home and our brand. By addressing potential issues proactively, we protect our reputation as builders and secure future sales, all while giving homeowners peace of mind.

Warranty and Maintenance

Transitioning from project completion to the warranty phase can be challenging for many builders. However, with Home Care, we ensure a seamless and simplified process for homeowners. Slow response times and complicated warranty claim procedures are eliminated, resulting in enhanced customer satisfaction. By addressing warranty work promptly and efficiently, we prevent issues from escalating, minimize finger-pointing, and avoid potential construction defect lawsuits.

Comprehensive Home Health Report

By leveraging Home Care technologies, our clients receive a comprehensive Home Health Report that tracks completed maintenance tasks, warranty claims, and work activities specific to their home. This detailed report enhances our brand recognition and provides homeowners with valuable insights into their property's maintenance history. With a branded homeowner portal and tailored reporting, we ensure transparency, boost customer satisfaction, and set ourselves apart from the competition.

Long-Term Value Enhancement

Through our Home Care Program, homeowners can increase the value of their property by maintaining it properly over time. By following regular maintenance schedules, they can expect to receive top dollar for their home compared to others on the market. Our comprehensive home maintenance report distinguishes us from competitors and demonstrates our commitment to long-term value and asset preservation.

Building Trust

Even after the standard warranty period ends, our Home Care Program continues to ensure customer satisfaction and build long-term trust. By offering a higher standard of custom care, we demonstrate our commitment to homeowners' ongoing maintenance needs. Providing tools to keep their homes in pristine condition, we protect their valuable asset and strengthen our brand as a builder of choice.

Overall, our Home Care Program delivers exceptional post-construction support and maintenance services. Streamlined processes, comprehensive reporting, and long-term value enhancement establish us as a trusted, reliable partner, offering lasting satisfaction and peace of mind.