22 Oct Why Homeowners Should Share Their Budget with the Design-Build Team

Let’s face it, no one enjoys discussing money, particularly with someone with whom they have recently begun a relationship. But when beginning a renovation project and a relationship with your contractor, one of the key components of a successful outcome involves sharing your vision and your budget with your design-build team. 

Clear Expectations
Establishing a budget is the first step in building a collaborative and positive relationship. Doing so allows the homeowner to share their expectations and goals, and set clear expectations. This open communication leads to clear expectations and transparency that allows the team to review, accept, and manage the project efficiently and within budget.  

Transparent Pricing
A reputable design-build firm designs and builds according to the homeowner’s expectations within budget. The homeowners operate under one contract from the very beginning with the firm completing the design, planning, and building steps of a construction project. Sharing your budget allows the team to align design elements, materials, and construction methods within the parameters of your financial goals.  

Realistic Expectations and Project Fit
The design-build firm specializes in the building process, and they are in tune with the current costs associated with renovations. Sharing a budget upfront allows the firm to assess whether the homeowner’s expectations and goals are realistic. The designers and builders can give quality feedback on whether goals and budgets are aligned and determine if the project is an appropriate fit for the firm.

C3 Design Build and Cabinetry is a full-service design-build firm offering expertise in residential remodels. Contact us today if you are interested in scheduling an initial budget meeting.