Design Build

When you hire a design build or in this case a design remodel company, you are hiring just one company to handle the whole process of your remodel.

When you choose Hawkes Home Improvement as your design remodeler, you have a one stop remodel.

In the past you would find an architect to design and draw your project, then you'd have to find a contractor to bid and build the project.

The design remodel method of remodeling is a better choice for a few reasons.

• One person to call with questions.
• No need for coordinating between many companies.
• When we design it we know the project will work.
• Our estimates will be much more accurate.

We do not staff a full time designer. Over the past six years we have created a great relationship with Residential Planning and Design. They are the best designers we know.

Because of our relationship with Residential Planning and Design we are able to offer you a choice in how to handle your project.

We have worked together with this company long enough that it is as if you were dealing with just one company.

Through this process we will be able to furnish your remodeling plans in the design phase of your remodel.

This article was in a Houston newspaper. It is a great description of the process.

What is Design Build Remodeling?

 Design Build Remodeling is a system of contracting under which one company performs architectural/engineering designs, bidding and construction under one single contract.

As the customer, you are the most important member of the design-build team. Your wishes and ideas drive the design, materials, selection and budget.

What are the benefits of choosing a Design Build Remodelor?

• Early knowledge of Firm Cost: 
  
• • Guaranteed construction costs are known far earlier than in other delivery systems. 
  • The Design Build Remodelor is responsible for design while simultaneously estimating construction costs. 
  • Decisions can be made during the design of the project based on cost rather than a design. 

• Cost Savings:
  

• • Design Build Remodelors bid projects daily.

  • They know the cost to build a project therefore they can point out to the client what is involved and evaluate alternative materials and methods efficiently and accurately while achieving the same end results.

  • Rarely are there hidden costs after the project has started.

• Getting a Professional Design 
  

• • Design Build Remodelors draw your plans to City Specifications.

  • The design will be approved and stamped by a qualified engineer if needed, and will include; electrical, plumbing, structural detail and elevations of the exterior and/or interior.

• Service
  

• • With both design and construction in the hands of a single entity, there is a single point of responsibility for the quality, cost and completion of your project.

How do I select a Design Build Contractor?

Below are some key questions to ask a design-build contractor before making a selection;

• How many years has the Contractor been in the industry?

• How long has the Contractor’s company been established?

• Is the Contractor properly insured?

• Are their drawings designed to City Specifications, ready for permitting and approval?

• How many Design-Build projects have they completed? Did they Permit the projects?

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Article written by Tim Lassiter and Featured in the Houston Chronicle Home Section.