There are numerous decisions, details, and options to consider when planning for a home remodel. Selecting a remodeler is the first and most important decision because it is the beginning of a relationship. It’s taken months (sometimes years) to reach the point where you’re ready to remodel. You’ve asked yourself, “What’s possible with my home?” and “What can I afford?” A Design Agreement helps answer both of those questions. It is the first step to establish your commitment to your project, define expectations, and get the remodeling project underway.
How Do I Get Started?
The first step of the remodeling process is to invite one of our Project Developers over to meet with you at your home. The goal of this meeting is to see your space, listen to your ideas, understand the scope of your project, and determine if it is a mutually good fit for us to work together. From there, we can provide a ballpark cost range based on what you’re looking to do. If the cost estimate aligns with what you were considering investing in your project and would like to move forward, then a Design Agreement is signed.
What’s a Design Agreement?
A Design Agreement is a service agreement that specifies what we will design and assigns a cost range estimate based on the project’s scope of work. Our team has completed thousands of remodels and seen it all. Mountainwood Homes’ team will invest time in the project; therefore, the client is investing money in these services.
While your home is unique, the same parts and pieces go into pricing out a kitchen, bathroom, or home addition. That’s also why the range can be broad. The cost of your remodel depends on the scope of work and your specific selections. Those two factors drive the price. That also means we need a design before providing a firm, fixed price for your job. We can provide ranges but can’t accurately estimate a job without a design plan.
What Do I Receive?
First, our team will measure the rooms in your home affected by the remodel so we can draw up your existing layout. Then, we will provide initial design concept drawings to show you what’s possible with your space. You will come to our office to review the designs on the big screen and talk through the scenarios with your Project Developer and Designer. We’ll show you 3D renderings so you can envision your home with the improvements. This phase includes several collaborative meetings where we mix our expert advice with your vision and preferences. It’s exciting to see your home evolve in front of your eyes after you’ve dreamed about it for so long!
From there, we can get to work and put together a fixed-bid proposal to present to you. We calculate the exact quantities of materials and receive price quotations from our trade partners. We consider all costs to bring your project to life – mobilization costs, labor, and materials. You will receive final design concepts, specifications, and a fixed-price proposal.
How Do You Know My Style?
Our professional design team will look at your current space and listen to your wants and needs. Based on your input and the designer’s experience, they will have an excellent handle on your style. Then, they will use this information in the design layouts and establish the allowances for your project.
Benefits of a Design Agreement
Entering into a Design Agreement signifies your commitment to working with our team to create the remodeling plan. A Design Agreement outlines the initial design parameters and assigns a project investment level you can expect to fall within once we come back to you with a fixed-bid proposal. The Design Agreement process ensures that what you want to do will fit within your budget. It takes away the mystery of a remodel.
How Much is a Design Agreement Fee?
The cost of a Design Agreement depends on your specific project and the time required for our team to assemble design concepts and a fixed-bid proposal. A typical Design Agreement ranges from $1,200 to 5,000+.
Ready to Get Started on a Home Remodel?
Invite us over to discuss what’s possible in your home.