Construction Services, Inc.
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Designer & Builder of Fine Custom Homes
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Construction Services, Inc. ____________________________ Designer & Builder of Fine Custom Homes
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| Planning & Design (Planning & Design Services described below are offered through our sister company McMahan & Associates, Inc.) Assistance With Lot Acquisition Detailed Construction Drawings & Renderings Scopes of Work for Major Trades The planning
process begins with a preliminary discussion of the Client’s goals for the
project. These goals often include
items such as location, style, size, amenities, budget, and timing.
This meeting provides the information necessary to develop a project
plan.
Assistance With Lot Acquisition One of the most challenging aspects of building a new home is finding the right location. In addition to our MLS access (the same system utilized by Realtors), we have contacts with various developers. Our experience with construction and local planning departments provides additional information regarding permit fees and aspects of the land that may affect the construction costs.
Detailed Construction Drawings Construction
drawings are the basis for a successful project.
A lack of detail can lead to unexpected cost overruns or miscommunication
between the General Contractor and Owners.
There is also the challenge of visualizing two dimensional plans. In
addition to the conventional floor plans, we provide electrical plans, kitchen
design and built-in drawings. All of the design components are presented
in a full color render view (two of each room) as well as conventional
plans. Coupled with our specifications manual, which includes amenity
selections, scopes of work, and structural properties, there is little left to
the imagination.
(Click to View sample renderings Following the production of a preliminary design, each meeting becomes a working design meeting. Utilizing computer aided drafting tools we are able to provide instant 3D views of the design and make most revisions to drawings during our design meetings. This alleviates weeks of waiting for minor modifications and allows for immediate feed back.
Our assistance with amenity selections makes a seemingly daunting task manageable. By developing a theme for the interior we are able to make suggestions that meet the style guidelines set by the Client. The process includes acquiring quotes for the items selected which avoids unwanted surprises during construction. It is also important to note that the full builder's discount is passed on to the Client as part of the construction process. Click here if you wish to browse some of the many amenity options available.
Scopes of Work for Major Trades By developing scopes of work for the major trades we are able to convey both the aesthetic expectations of the Client and integrity of the workmanship.
A critical step in the construction process is financing. Although well intentioned, many lenders sometimes fail to elaborate on all of the pros and cons to various programs. Our knowledge and experience with lending institutions provides a third party perspective on how best to meet your particular needs.
Referencing the comparison charts you may expect to pay substantially more for our services, however, the truth is that if you compare the combined cost of our design and cost of construction to another reputable builder’s price, based on the same home, built the same way, and using the same materials, we will be very competitive and in almost every scenario, less expensive. |
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Last modified: February 28, 2007 |
