What is a renovation consultant? Why do you need one? What is the value?
Let me answer those questions starting with some well known facts;
- Home renovations are stressful
- Most homeowners don‘t know that much about home renos except what they see on TV
- Homeowners must rely on the ”contractor“ to be honest
- Homeowners may not be aware of building codes and by-laws that affect their project
- Knowledge is power
A renovation consultant is an experienced and knowledgable professional who provides advice and guidance to homeowners with home renovation and/or private new home construction. A renovation consultant works for the homeowner to help educate about residential construction, building codes, best practice and the cost vs value of a renovation project. A renovation consultant also works with the contractor and trades as a representative of the homeowner to communicate the homeowners wishes and vision utilizing construction language to ensure clear and concise communication.
I will work with you to ensure successful completion of your vision in any project size from a bathroom to a kitchen, from an addition to a custom home. You can select any combination or all of the following consulting services for your residential project:
- education about residential construction/renovations
- assist to define the scope(s) of your next project
- create realistic schedules and timelines
- make known applicable laws, building codes, by-laws and guide you to work within these
- help with design concepts and work with you and designers/architects/engineers
- calculate a realistic estimate and build an attainable budget
- verify potential contractors/trades
- decipher quotes and ensure they fit with the budget as well as ensure there are no scope gaps
- organize trades and ensure commitments to the schedule
- inspect work and approve progress inspections
- detect deficiencies/incorrect work and direct corrective actions
- document the progress of your project including changes/change orders
- advocate for homeowners to ensure their “voice” is heard about their project and their investment is protected
- mediate disputes, including providing documentation and assistance with arbitration
- provide documentation of completion to satisfy banks/investors