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Scope of Work
All projects begin with a printed Scope of Work detailing the scope, materials and methods of construction. Where there are also construction drawings involved, either developed by us, or by another designer, this Scope provides our written interpretation of them. Based upon the Scope, we get competitive quotes from suppliers and subcontractors. Often we'll prepare drawings to facilitate the most accurate quotes for countertops, tile, shower enclosures, mirrors, etc.
Fixed Price Contract
We use an American Institute of Architects fixed price contract. Our designers spend a substantial amount of time estimating the work for each proposal, with more than 75 percent of homeowners going forward to hire us. For this reason, we can propose a guaranteed fixed price for construction, with the realistic likelihood that there will not be any contractor generated changes to the scope of work during construction.
Understanding Project Construction Costs
Before the project gets "locked in stone", we perform a preliminary construction cost estimate based upon actual quotes from subcontractors and suppliers. This includes a complete cost breakdown. Our goal is to show you where your money is going. This will help you adjust the budget away from parts that don't matter to you, so that you can afford those aspects that are most important to you.
Pre-Construction Conference
This meeting is the beginning of the hand-off from Design/Sales/Estimating to Construction. "Housekeeping" items are discussed such as working hours, parking, access and security, protection measures (dust and site), valuables/breakables, and a weekly meeting time is established.
Full-time Working Superintendent
One of the most common homeowner complaints about remodeling projects is: "I stayed home all afternoon to meet the plumber, and he never came or even called." At Cruickshank Remodeling, you will never be asked to do this. It's our job to run the project for you.
For these reasons Cruickshank Remodeling specializes in remodels and projects that are roughly $150,000 and up. On these larger projects, we are able to use a full-time Cruickshank superintendent to run the job and to perform the carpentry tasks with help as required. We have found this to be one of the keys to client satisfaction.