When it comes to custom home building and renovations, West York Homes in Vancouver is there for you. They have a step-by-step process they use when tackling any project. This process will ensure the proper planning is in place to turn your renovation dreams into reality. Here’s what their process looks like, in 8 steps:
1. The initial consultation and budget discussion
In order to get to know you and your home project better, the team gets an idea of the budget they’re working with. You can discuss contingencies, areas you’d like to save money, and just get to meet the team working on your home.
2. Draft plans and determine the scope of work
In this step, the contractors take your ideas and begin to create a plan to build off of. This is so both you and the contractors have a more detailed idea of what you want to be done to your home, keeping in mind the budget, and how much work it’ll take to get there.
3. Choose a colour palette and materials
Once the broader planning is complete, next comes the fun part: Choosing the paint colours, finishings, and materials. In this step, you’ll be getting a better picture of what your home will look like, and how you want to add (or keep away from) colour. You’ll get to take the plan of your home, and incorporate your own style. Material choice can mean choosing things like flooring, tiling, cabinetry, appliances, and other finishes around your home. There are also many colour palettes out there to choose from, each giving your home a different feel.
4. Refine final drawings and material specifications
Once you’ve made your decision about budgeting, design, and materials, the contractors will update their plans, and get ready to finally start the project. You will be able to picture what the finished results will look like at this stage.
5. Assist you with shopping, or provide you a shopping list
Depending on what you decide with the contractors, one of you will begin shopping for the materials. The contractors may be able to provide you with discounts at partnering suppliers, or know which products work best for your home project.
6. Devise a work schedule
Home projects take time. Working with contractors, you’ll decide on a schedule for how long the project will take, and make changes in areas that may be more time-consuming. A schedule will be made to show each stage in the renovation process and when certain tradespeople will be working on these stages. Having a timeline will allow you to know what’s happening with your renovation at all times. It helps keep things on track.
7. Inspect and review the work in progress
During the project, the contractors will continually check up on how long the project, and where the workers are at. They’ll do regular inspections to make sure everything is in check, up to code, and in line with the original plans.
8. Final client walkthrough
Once it’s all said and done, the contractors walk through the completed space with you to make sure everything is to your liking, and up to your standards. This final walkthrough gives you the chance to ask questions about anything, or request any changes you may require.
General Contractors in Vancouver
West York Homes has a team of seasoned construction professionals with over 34 years of combined technical expertise and knowledge. From inception to completion, their team is involved every step of the way: Pre-construction planning, obtaining entitlements, budget development and execution, scheduling, contract procurement, and close-out. Their team uses unique methods of extracting value while simultaneously providing the highest standards of quality.
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