Presented by: McAdams Remodeling & Design

The Good, The Bad& The Ugly

Construction Fail

Anyone need to use the restroom?

Construction Fail

“Space saving!” All in one shower, sauna and toilet!

Construction Fail

Window replacements

should add beauty as

well as energy efficiency to your home.

Construction Fail

Construction Fail

It looks good…

Construction Fail

But is it done well?

Construction Save

How the project

should have started.

Construction Save

Construction Save

The completed entryway

stairs

Construction Save

Five Tips For A Successful Remodel

1. Sufficient Pre-Planning2. Choosing the Right Team3. The Right Paperwork4. Setting Construction

Expectations5. Getting “Peace of Mind”

It’s fun to think about something NEW! But what is my project?

Sufficient Pre-Planning

Sufficient Pre-PlanningDo I want to add

additional floors or rooms?

Sufficient Pre-Planning

Financial Considerations Are Key When Planning For Your Remodel. What is my intended investment range for the project itself? Are additional meal costs likely (i.e. with a kitchen remodel)? Will I need to rent a hotel room or incur furniture storage costs? Have I included taxes and possible furniture needs for my new ttttspace?

Sufficient Pre-Planning

Do I want to stay during construction or do I have

an option to live elsewhere?

Sufficient Pre-PlanningWe’d love to tell you that the remodeling process will be all sunshine and roses, but

we’d be lying if we did. There are times during the construction process where progress is not as evident and you need faith that the results will be worth it.

Excitement!

Uh, Are We There Yet?

Let’s Be Done Already!

Emotions During a Remodel

Drawings

Design Contract Signed

SelectionsContract Signed

Construction Contract

Start ConstructionPre Construction

Electrical

Demolition

Drywall

Plumbing/HVAC

Flooring

Final Cleaning

Painting

Cabinets/Finishes

Project Complete

Choosing The Right Team

Choosing the right construction team for your project is important. Do they understand your vision? Do they have a design resource available to help you? Do you know who will be in your home? Are they licensed and bonded for all activities they’ll do? Have you received a referral or checked references? Do they warranty their work? Do you trust them? What is your gut instinct?

The Paperwork

Paperwork to Look For:1. Drawings

2. Scope of Work

3. Selection Lists

4. The Contract 5. Warranty Information

The Paperwork

Your drawing should NOT be on a napkin or an envelope.

The PaperworkDrawings should look professional

and contain dimensions.

The Paperwork

Scope of Work & Construction Specifications

The Paperwork

Selection Lists

The Paperwork

The Contract or Construction Agreement

Setting Construction Expectations

Prior to construction beginning, your contractor should:1. Meet with you2. Review documents3. Review selections

with samples4. Identify who is the

primary communicator for the project

5. Agree to a communication format

Setting Construction Expectations

Should a change arise during a project, it should come in writing and be

accompanied by the associated costs, timeline and overall project effect.

Setting Construction Expectations

Remember this chart? Emotions go up and down during the project. Certain parts of the construction process are more gratifying than others.

Excitement!

Uh, Are We There Yet?

Let’s Be Done Already!

Emotions During a Remodel

Drawings

Design Contract Signed

SelectionsContract Signed

Construction Contract

Start ConstructionPre Construction

Electrical

Demolition

Drywall

Plumbing/HVAC

Flooring

Final Cleaning

Painting

Cabinets/Finishes

Project Complete

Setting Construction Expectations

Keep the faith! Your brand new room is just around

the corner.

Getting “Peace of Mind”

Job Completion Quality Control Checklist

Getting “Peace of Mind”

Remember, Your home is much

more than just a house.

Choosing the Right

construction partner makes

all the difference.

Choose wisely.

Thank you!Be sure to visit McAdams Remodeling & Design

at Booth #619 during the show!