With the Chandler approach, costing is thorough, consistant, and always aimed at procuring quality materials and services that the budget allows. Knowing your budget is a good prerequisite for your initial client meeting. Once we know the scope of the project and the working budget, we are able to help clients make choices that allow us to create the project they want at the price they can afford.
- Design costs
- Planning and engineering
- City permit fees
- Public works fees
- Base construction costs
- Allowance guideline
While square footage and construction formulas may be useful as a jumping off point to determine rough costs, they can also (if used improperly) set innacurate budget expections. At Chandler, we believe in a comprehensive pricing plan that will give the client a more accurate and precise measure of the project's potential costs, reducing unwanted surprises later on.
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Price Planning Resources:
To help formulate a preliminary budget before interviewing local contractors, homeowners may find it helpful to consult the National Association of the Remodeling Industry's Bugets 101 remodeler's guide. It offers a calculation worksheet as well as helpful advice on how to assess debt, work through the lending process, and save money on the project before it even begins.
Another useful and straight-forward price planning resource is About.com's "Money for Your Renovation" guide by Lee Wallender. It discusses the pros and cons of certain financing methods in plain English. Perfect for renovation beginners looking for no-frills advice on payment methods.