More for Less Remodeling Full-Service Design Build Company
- In-house dedicated design team.
- Help develop the overall layout and design.
- Product and finish selections.
- Showroom access.
- Cabinet, countertop, flooring, tile, plumbing fixture and anything pertaining to the job coordination.
- Detailed planning before construction begins.
- Budget development tied to the design.
- Product ordering and purchasing.
- Verification that products work together.
- Dedicated project management.
- Coordination of In-house plumbers & electricians.
- In-house carpenters, installers, painters, and everything needed for the project.
- One company responsible for design and construction.
- Communication through one organized team.
- Permitting and inspections are handled as part of the process.
- Material delivery and installation coordination.
- Quality-control systems and project supervision.
- Warranty and service through one company.
- Administrative staff support scheduling, purchasing and customer service.
- Established process from initial consultation through final walkthrough.
General Contractor
- Design may need to be hired separately.
- Design may need to be hired separately.
- Usually focuses primarily on construction.
- Homeowner may need to make selections independently.
- Usually no showroom.
- Products may come from several different outside vendors.
- Some decisions may be made during construction.
- Pricing is often based on plans or a defined scope.
- Homeowner or suppliers may handle some ordering.
- Coordination may fall partly on homeowner or designer.
- Contractor typically manages a construction schedule.
- Coordinates subcontractors and trades.
- Often relies more heavily on subcontractors.
- Contractor is mainly responsible for the construction portion.
- Communication may involve contractor, designer and multiple suppliers.
- Often handled by contractor, depending on scope.
- May require coordination with outside suppliers.
- Depends heavily on the individual contractor.
- Warranty may involve contractor, plus individual manufacturers or trades.
- Often a smaller office structure.
- Processes can vary significantly by contractor.