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Article: HOW TO MAKE HOME IMPROVEMENTS PAY OFF
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DESIGN/BUILD SERVICE OPTION
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HOURLY SERVICE OPTION
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FULL SERVICE OPTION
Phase I: Design
  1. Design of Spaces
  2. Floor Plans
  3. Building Elevations
  4. Existing Condition Measurement, Drawings and Photographs
Phase II: Construction Drawings
Architectural documentation
  1. Floor Plans
  2. Building Elevations/Sections (as required)
  3. Floor/Roof Framing Plan and Foundation Plan
  4. Existing Condition/Demolition Drawings
  • Door Schedule, Window schedule and Finish schedule
  • Details, as required
  • Structural Design and Documentation
  • HVAC Specification
  • Plumbing Specification
  • Electrical Design and Documentation
  • Specification (one final in outline form)
Phase III: Bidding
  1. Solicit Bids
  2. Pre-qualify contractors
  3. Prepare owner/contractor agreement
  4. Evaluate Bids
Phase IV: Construction Admin.
  1. Review of contractor submittals (i.e., colors, finishes, material substitution)
  2. Assist owner with final finish selections
  3. Provide three site inspections to determine conformance with design and building code
  4. Resolve issues in the field with owners
  5. Approve contractor invoices
LIMITED SERVICE OPTION
Phase I: Design
  1. Design of Spaces
  2. Floor Plans
  3. Building Sections
  4. Existing Condition Measurement, Drawing and Photographs
Phase II: Construction Drawings
Architectural Documentation
  1. Floor Plans
  2. Building Elevations/Sections (as required)
  3. Floor/Roof Framing Plan and Foundation Plan
  4. Existing Condition/Demolition Drawings
 
HOW TO MAKE HOME IMPROVEMENTS PAY OFF
What homeowners can expect to recoup at resale on their investment in improvements and renovations:

Exterior Painting 100%
New Aluminum or Vinyl Siding 40-60%
Landscaping 100%
New Roofing 60%
Wooden Deck 70%
Swimming Pool 30-60%

Minor Kitchen Remodeling 100%
Major Bathroom Remodeling 80%
Family Room, off Kitchen 100%
Garage Converted to Family Room 30%
Skylights 100%
Fireplace 110%