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  • WELL BUILT - Building Trust Renovation Blog - South Carolina - Daniel Builders

    Understand the roles of General Contractor and Project Manager. BUILDING TRUST BLOG WELL BUILT Stephen Jones & Sam Parkinson discuss the roles of General Contractor and Project Manager. Back to Blog 2023-02-06 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YyK_zxbNHlE Any homeowner could do that, right? Stephen Jones and Sam Parkinson discuss the role of General Contractor and Project Manager in a custom renovations and custom home building. Any General Contractor or Project Manager with that mindset is a joke, a really bad joke. On this episode of Ready, Set, Renovate! our 2 guests discuss the not-so-simple role of managing large custom renovations and new builds. Sam Parkinson , a Project Manager at Daniel Builders, and Stephen Jones of Caba Homes aren't whining though. They fully embrace the difficulty of their jobs and are quick to acknowledge they couldn't do it alone. Take away their trade contractors and these men would have exponentially more difficult jobs. Managers have differing styles, but Sam and Stephen both understand what it takes to produce excellent work. As an added benefit, they both are likeable human beings. Enough talking about them. Let's dive into this conversation! How much expertise will your next custom renovation require? Speak with a Daniel Builders project guide by calling 864.506.5546 and discuss the best path forward for your custom renovation or get your renovation started here! < Previous Next > Back to Blog SEE OUR WORK LET'S TALK We’d love to hear from you! Whether you’re ready to start a major remodel, or simply learn more about our process, we’re ready to assist. How can Daniel Builders renovate for you? GET STARTED

  • GO WITH THE FLOW: PLUMBING CONSIDERATIONS FOR LUXURY HOMES - Building Trust Renovation Blog - South Carolina - Daniel Builders

    In celebration of World Plumbing Day and Fix a Leak Week, we’re speaking to Garth George, Plumbing Manager for Trusted Tradesmen & Co. We also visit Chasidee Knapke at Gateway Supply Co. to check out some emerging plumbing technology! If you’re feeling “drained” by your home renovation, you’ll welcome Garth’s plumbing know-how and friendly demeanor! BUILDING TRUST BLOG GO WITH THE FLOW: PLUMBING CONSIDERATIONS FOR LUXURY HOMES Garth George discusses plumbing tips to get your luxury remodel flowing! Back to Blog 2025-03-21 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YNxHsRRddz0 How many exceptional plumbers do you know? They’re out there, but not easy to find. You're in luck, we happen to know a third-generation master plumber! In celebration of #WorldPlumbingDay and #FixALeakWeek , we spoke to Garth George, Plumbing Manager for Trusted Tradesmen & Co. We also visited Chasidee Knapke at Gateway Supply Co . to check out some emerging plumbing technology! The conversation isn’t long, but full of great content. If you’re feeling “drained” by a plumbing issue in your home, you’ll welcome Garth’s know-how and friendly demeanor! In this episode of Ready, Set, Renovate: Garth discusses the three main categories of plumbing and the qualifications needed to excel in each area. Garth explains the services reputable plumbers provide and the specialties of the Trusted Tradesmen crew. Garth provides tips on maintaining your home’s plumbing system and a valuable warning on maintaining your toilet’s warranty. This alone could make the entire episode worth watching! Garth describes emerging plumbing technology and upgrades for the luxury market. Chasidee demonstrates Zip Water USA's HydroTap Celsius All in One Faucet, which provides on-demand boiling, chilled sparkling, and chilled filtered water...all from the same tap! To get a sneak peek and learn more about the specs of this unique fixture click here . Garth shares how Trusted Trademen & Co. puts their values into practice through generous giving. "Water" you waiting for? Watch the full episode above! 0:00 Introduction 1:14 Garths Background & Experience 1:55 About Trusted Tradesmen & Co. 2:49 Types of Plumbing 3:56 Tips for Choosing a Plumber 4:45 Garth’s Team 5:41 Plumbing Maintenance 6:42 Plumbing Luxury Homes 7:36 Emerging Plumbing Technology 9:18 Plumbing Upgrades for the Luxury Market 10:25 Plumbing Lake Houses 10:47 Plumbing Differences: City Water vs. Well 11:28 How to Contact Garth 11:40 Trusted Tradesmen & the Community 12:21 Conclusion 12:35 How to Contact Daniel Builders Are you contemplating a major home remodel that involves a plumbing upgrade? Speak with a Daniel Builders Project Guide by calling 864.506.5546 or get your renovation started he re! If you're interested in more information about plumbing fixtures from Gateway Supply, reach out to Chasidee at 864.235.8700. If you need a plumber for your remodel or new build in upstate South Carolina, call Garth at 864.791.3994. < Previous Next > Back to Blog SEE OUR WORK LET'S TALK We’d love to hear from you! Whether you’re ready to start a major remodel, or simply learn more about our process, we’re ready to assist. How can Daniel Builders renovate for you? GET STARTED

  • PICTURE THIS - Building Trust Renovation Blog - South Carolina - Daniel Builders

    Generate design ideas and communicate them with photos. BUILDING TRUST BLOG PICTURE THIS Generate design ideas and communicate them with photos. Back to Blog 2020-01-22 How photos generate great design ideas and have other benefits in the renovation process. Remodelers love showing off their work. We definitely do, and photos are a great way. Our growing portfolio of photography is an important part of our business, giving visual evidence of our capability. Here’s a little secret though. We can renovate to the level of any photo you find. Yes, all Houzz and Pinterest renovations are doable. In fact, if you are considering a renovation, I’d encourage you to start with photos. Here are 7 reasons why, Photos are great for inspiration - Sometimes you don’t know what you want until you see it. Photos inspire so many great ideas, helping you narrow down the look and scope of your renovation. Photos are great for communication - You may understand what you want, but does your contractor? Using a picture could save you a thousand words. Never start a renovation until you’re certain your contractor shares your expectations. Photos are great for visualization - An architect or designer can use photos to create a plan unique to your living space, helping you and your contractor clearly visualize the outcome. A design literally puts you, the designer and contractor all “on the same page”. Photos are great for selections - Choosing paint colors, fixtures and flooring is easier when you see them in a photo of a completed renovation. Otherwise, you will start with an endless list of samples, which is tedious and trying. (*Note: Seeing samples are a good idea once you’ve narrowed down the options. A good interior designer will arrange this.) Photos are great for valuation - Pricing a project becomes a little more straightforward when you see what you’re purchasing. A picture helps a contractor identify all the necessary selections and specs, and thus price your renovation accordingly. Your goal should be to arrive at a fixed cost before you start demo. Photos are great for evaluation - Not to be confused with #5 , valuation . Having photos at the onset helps you evaluate at the end. They help you answer: Were my expectations met? Photos are great for emotion - Emotion obviously plays a big role in major purchases. You definitely want to be happy with the renovation you purchase. A photo gives you a small taste of what you will “feel” when your renovation is complete. Are you contemplating a major home renovation? Speak with a Daniel Builders project guide by calling 864.506.5546 and discuss the best path forward for your custom renovation or get your renovation started here! < Previous Next > Back to Blog SEE OUR WORK LET'S TALK We’d love to hear from you! Whether you’re ready to start a major remodel, or simply learn more about our process, we’re ready to assist. How can Daniel Builders renovate for you? GET STARTED

  • OUR BIG 50 AWARD - Building Trust Renovation Blog - South Carolina - Daniel Builders

    Extending the honor to clients and stakeholders. BUILDING TRUST BLOG OUR BIG 50 AWARD Extending the honor to clients and stakeholders. Back to Blog 2017-10-09 Being name among the 50 best Remodelers in the country is a big our. Our Big 50 award was made possible by the clients who entrusted their custom renovation and home remodel to us. Dear customer, trade partner, and Upstate South Carolina Community: Hope you're enjoying Autumn in the Upstate! We composed this open letter to address something we care deeply about. In their September issue, Remodeling magazine named Daniel Builders among the “Big 50” best remodelers in the country (see article here ). This recognition is indeed a “Big” honor, but far from our biggest. It pales in comparison to serving the greatest customers, working alongside the best trade partners, and being part of a phenomenal Upstate community. In fact, the best part of this award was representing our relationships of trust on a national level. For that we express deep, heartfelt gratitude. Thank you for making the Big 50 possible! Sincerely, The Daniel Builders Team Are you contemplating a major home renovation? Speak with a Daniel Builders project guide by calling 864.506.5546 and discuss the best path forward for your custom renovation or get your renovation started here! < Previous Next > Back to Blog SEE OUR WORK LET'S TALK We’d love to hear from you! Whether you’re ready to start a major remodel, or simply learn more about our process, we’re ready to assist. How can Daniel Builders renovate for you? GET STARTED

  • ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT - Building Trust Renovation Blog - South Carolina - Daniel Builders

    Call it a Guest House, Granny Flat or Tiny Home. BUILDING TRUST BLOG ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT Call it a Guest House, Granny Flat or Tiny Home. Back to Blog 2021-01-26 They are known by many names. Guest House, Granny Flat, In-Law Suite, and Garage Apartment are a few. Officially, they are designated Accessary Dwelling Units or ADUs. ADUs can be inside, attached or completely detached from a single-family home. Many find this living arrangement beneficial, including multigenerational households , individuals needing care, live-in aides, remote workers seeking a designated workspace , those who host long term guests, or even empty nesters renting their home. Here are 5 types of ADUs. Detached New Construction - Think cottage or pool house. Zoning and permitting are often the biggest challenge for this ADU. Many governing municipalities don’t want them on your property. Once you get past that red tape, there’s another hurdle - Price. Designing and building a normal size house (1500 - 2000sq ft) is a far better value (more bang for your buck) than a small custom house (900sq ft or less). Less expensive alternatives, such as shipping containers , are fun to explore but present other challenges. Privacy is the biggest benefit of this ADU. Garage Apartment - Permitting isn’t as much of an issue if the garage is attached. If detached, then the same zoning and permitting issues apply as discussed in #1 . Expense for this type of project go way down if you already own a garage. Finishing off the room over your existing garage is a great way to utilize space you already have, without adding to your home’s footprint. Storage is the biggest advantage of a garage apartment. No other ADU comes with a full-size garage. Addition or Bump Out - Our Design-Build team recently completed one of these, and the process was extremely straightforward and smooth. Additions don’t have the same permitting hurdles as detached dwellings. Plus, they can bring a higher ROI should you decide to move. Just remember, recouping 100% or more on any renovation investment is never likely. Basement Conversion - This ADU has multiple advantages. Obviously, you need to start with a basement, not everyone has one. If you have one, supplying water and power won’t be a problem because it’s already available in the home. Also, expect lower energy bills because the space is regulated by the earth’s temperature. A basement ADU can easily be reverted or reintegrated into the primary dwelling should you or the next homeowner no longer want it. Ceiling height is a potential downside. Basement ceilings are typically under 7’. And for privacy’s sake, you’ll want to create your own exterior door, which can easily be a $10K expense. Internal (non-basement) ADU - Examples include converting an attic or entire floor in a multi-story house to an ADU. External doors may or may not be necessary. The potential for overcrowding is high with this option, which would lead to a major loss of privacy. A good Design-Build team won't let that happen. They will ensure maximum privacy during Design and only move the project forward when the client is comfortable. Does an ADU make sense for you and your family? Speak with a Daniel Builders project guide by calling 864.506.5546 and discuss the best path forward for your custom renovation or get your renovation started here! Read more about Accessory Dwelling Units on our blog: Home Sweet ADU . < Previous Next > Back to Blog SEE OUR WORK LET'S TALK We’d love to hear from you! Whether you’re ready to start a major remodel, or simply learn more about our process, we’re ready to assist. How can Daniel Builders renovate for you? GET STARTED

  • UNDER WHAT CONDITIONS - Building Trust Renovation Blog - South Carolina - Daniel Builders

    Meet 3 of Greenville's finest with a front row seat in the building industry. BUILDING TRUST BLOG UNDER WHAT CONDITIONS Meet 3 of Greenville's finest with a front row seat in the building industry. Back to Blog 2022-07-20 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BdDDmrUphPk 3 Guests involved in the building industry discuss characteristics of Greenville SC home building and remodeling. So, the rumors are true. We did indeed start a podcast. Now it’s available for your listening enjoyment. Daniel Builders was honored to have 3 well respected guests on this first episode. These local industry leaders include Taylor Lyles, CEO of the Home Builders Association of Greenville; Greg Gambrell, VP-Sales GBS Building Supply; Dustin Hughes, Corporate Sales Director for Jeff Lynch Appliance. In this episode you’ll get a 30,000 ft view of the housing market in Upstate of South Carolina. Recommended for anyone seeking insight into this local housing market, and especially good for those considering a custom home or Guide-Design-Build renovation. Click here to listen on Apple Podcast. Let’s get to it! Are you contemplating a major home renovation? Speak with a Daniel Builders project guide by calling 864.506.5546 and discuss the best path forward for your custom renovation or get your renovation started here! < Previous Next > Back to Blog SEE OUR WORK LET'S TALK We’d love to hear from you! Whether you’re ready to start a major remodel, or simply learn more about our process, we’re ready to assist. How can Daniel Builders renovate for you? GET STARTED

  • KINDNESS MATTERS: HOW HAVEN OF REST BRINGS HOPE AND HEALING TO THE ANDERSON COMMUNITY - Building Trust Renovation Blog - South Carolina - Daniel Builders

    This past Monday was #RandomActsOfKindnessDay, and it got us thinking about Haven of Rest, a local organization that exhibits radical kindness to the community. On Ready, Set, Renovate, we usually talk about home transformations, but today we're talking about a different kind of transformation: transformation of the heart. BUILDING TRUST BLOG KINDNESS MATTERS: HOW HAVEN OF REST BRINGS HOPE AND HEALING TO THE ANDERSON COMMUNITY Introducing Haven of Rest, a local recovery ministry. Back to Blog 2025-02-21 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G3ZyASU8BgQ This past Monday was #RandomActsOfKindnessDay , which got us thinking about Haven of Rest, a local organization that exhibits radical kindness to the community. On Ready, Set, Renovate, we usually talk about home transformations, but today we're talking about a different kind of transformation: transformation of the heart. Haven of Rest is a ministry in Anderson, SC that exists to see those bound by life-dominating problems (like addiction) rescued, restored, and released through the love of the Lord Jesus. The Haven strives to welcome and support their clients like family, and this path of compassionate care and kindness has resulted in many changed hearts and lives. We sat down with a Haven of Rest client and the executive director, Eddie Capps, to learn about the ministry's mission, programs, and impact. If you or a loved one needs support from Haven of Rest, you can request more information here . Recovery is possible! If this video inspired you to perform your own random act of kindness, learn more about ways to give to Haven of Rest here . < Previous Next > Back to Blog SEE OUR WORK LET'S TALK We’d love to hear from you! Whether you’re ready to start a major remodel, or simply learn more about our process, we’re ready to assist. How can Daniel Builders renovate for you? GET STARTED

  • Pendleton Renovations South Carolina

    Clients throughout Pendleton South Carolina are utilizing our custom process for their home remodel or home renovation. PENDLETON RENOVATIONS Daniel Builders is renovating homes throughout the Upstate of SC. One area we know and love is Pendleton, South Carolina! Homes throughout Pendleton South Carolina are being transformed by our Guide-Design-Build team. We invite you to see for yourself. This Pendleton home underwent a custom renovation by Daniel Builders. TRADITIONAL INTERIOR Previous Next Back to Communities Gallery

  • Four Seasons Addition Keowee Key - South Carolina - Daniel Builders

    In addition to the kitchen renovation the scope of work included a 4 season addition that garnered a Chrysalis award. FOUR SEASONS ADDITION Keowee Key, Lake Keowee 2020 Bridge Award 2021 Chrysalis Award 2021 Pinnacle Award Bathroom Kitchen Whole Home Beyond upgrading the dated interior, our clients' vision for this beautiful, lakefront home was capturing lake views from multiple vantage points throughout the main level. This required demolishing the center of the home and reconstructing it as an open concept living space. Interior walls were removed, and additional support added above the ceiling so guests experience the view immediately upon coming through the front door. No detail was overlooked as the original set of disjointed spaces were reimagined into a synergistic flow that now features an expanded custom kitchen, new walk- in pantry, mudroom, laundry space, gracious living area, new outdoor four seasons living space, and an elegant master suite. The main living space boasts a custom dry bar and a tiered peninsula that offers additional seating and frames the view from the kitchen. A custom fireplace surround and built-in bookcases beautifully anchor the open great room, while exquisite stone tile and Fantasy Brown marble accentuate focal points throughout the home, providing it with a seamlessly unified aesthetic inviting you to relax and enjoy. Previous Next Back to Projects Gallery

  • HOW TO START YOUR REMODEL: WHAT TO EXPECT DURING YOUR FIRST CALL WITH DANIEL BUILDERS - Building Trust Renovation Blog - South Carolina - Daniel Builders

    At Daniel Builders we’re fortunate to have great employees who understand a simple principle: successful remodels require careful planning and communication. In this blog you’ll meet Vicki Jordan, the first point of contact with our prospective clients. If you’re wondering where to start your remodel, Vicki provides valuable insight on the beginning of the process! BUILDING TRUST BLOG HOW TO START YOUR REMODEL: WHAT TO EXPECT DURING YOUR FIRST CALL WITH DANIEL BUILDERS Wondering where to start your remodel? Vicki Jordan offers insight! Back to Blog 2024-06-07 At Daniel Builders we’re fortunate to have great employees who understand a simple principle: successful remodels require careful planning and communication. In this blog you’ll meet Vicki Jordan, the first point of contact with our prospective clients. If you’re wondering where to start your remodel, Vicki provides valuable insight on the beginning of the process! Building Trust Blog (BTB): How are phone conversations between a general contractor and prospective clients typically arranged? Vicki: People start the process via our website, by going to the Getting Started form . Once that form is completed, I email them and set up a time for our initial phone call. BTB: What conversation topics are discussed during the initial phone call? Vicki: We discuss their project ideas based on the overview they provide via the Getting Started form . During the first phone call, we clarify a few important details including the scope of work. It’s very conversational. The prospective client may be interested in a home addition, a basement conversion, a home remodel, or a commercial remodel. We’ve also helped clients who wanted to build an accessory dwelling unit / tiny house in their backyard! BTB: How do you determine who is a good fit for the Daniel Builders remodeling process? Vicki: We value our process and have seen it produce many successful remodels and additions. If someone sees the benefit of our process, it’s a good indicator they’re the right fit for Daniel Builders. If someone attempts to eliminate steps in our process, another general contractor is likely a better fit for them. BTB: Are you saying Daniel Builders won’t ever modify their remodeling process? Vicki: Not at all. We can and do make special arrangements for our clients. Time constraints are one of the most common accommodations we make. For example, we have planned remodeling projects around a client’s surgery to ensure that they could recover without construction noise. A second accommodation we often make is the meeting format. While we prefer face-to-face contact for its relational value, we serve many clients who remodel a local property while living in another area of the country. In these situations, we provide updates via email and video conferencing. We also provide photos via our online platform so the client can stay informed of our team’s real-time progress. In these instances, it’s best when the client is very responsive and available throughout the remodeling process. BTB: What other topics are discussed during the initial call? Vicki: I ask about past remodeling experiences, expectations, and budget. Quoting happens later in our process, but I can provide a benchmark for a particular area of the home – general bathroom remodel cost or kitchen remodel cost, for example. I also ask how they heard about Daniel Builders. BTB: How long does this initial conversation typically last? Vicki: Somewhere between 15 to 30 minutes. BTB: What happens after your conversation? Vicki: If a project seems like the right fit for both parties, I schedule a Project Vision Meeting (PVM). I also send a survey to the client to help our design team better understand their preferences. During the PVM meeting, one of our team members (a Project Guide) visits the client at their home for about an hour, maybe two, depending on the size of the remodel. BTB: Then what happens? Vicki: A week or two after the PVM, the client will receive a broad scope of work and a range of cost for the project. If the client is comfortable with the scope of work and projected range, they sign a Design agreement and move into our Design phase. BTB: How long does the Design process take? Vicki: It depends on the scope, complexity of the remodel, and the client’s availability to make selections and decisions. It can be anywhere from a month to four months. When Design is complete, the client receives a detailed scope of work, architectural drawings (if necessary), a complete list of all the selections, and a fixed price quote. At this point, the client signs a Build agreement and moves into the Build phase. Much effort goes into the Design process, so the client can know exactly what they are getting. Clarity for everyone involved is important to eliminate surprises during Build. This approach is all part of how we’re Building Trust. BTB: What is best part of your role? Vicki: I enjoy getting to know our clients, hearing their stories, and learning about their passions. I especially love explaining how we build trust through our workmanship warranty and weekly updates. Clients find our responsiveness very reassuring, especially clients who don’t live at the property full-time. For clients who plan to reside at the site during the remodel, I enjoy assuring them that our team is sensitive and respectful of their privacy, especially when it comes to aging parents and young children. We truly value client feedback that discusses not just the quality of our work but the relationships we have built and how our clients felt while interacting with our team. How might your home or condo benefit from a Guide-Design-Build remodel? Speak with a Daniel Builders project guide by calling 864.506.5546 and discuss the best path forward for your custom renovation or get your renovation started here! < Previous Next > Back to Blog SEE OUR WORK LET'S TALK We’d love to hear from you! Whether you’re ready to start a major remodel, or simply learn more about our process, we’re ready to assist. How can Daniel Builders renovate for you? GET STARTED

  • AWARD PRESS RELEASE - Building Trust Renovation Blog - South Carolina - Daniel Builders

    Daniel Builders receives 2017 Guildmaster Award from Guild Quality. BUILDING TRUST BLOG AWARD PRESS RELEASE Daniel Builders receives 2017 Guildmaster Award from Guild Quality. Back to Blog 2017-02-27 GuildQuality’s 2017 Guildmaster Award Honors Daniel Builders. Daniel Builders of Anderson, SC recognized among the top customer service leaders in the residential construction industry. Anderson, SC, February 27, 2017 - received a 2017 Guildmaster Award from GuildQuality for demonstrating exceptional customer service within the residential construction industry. Since 2005, GuildQuality , an Atlanta-based third-party customer satisfaction software surveying company, has powered the Guildmaster Award to recognize and celebrate home building, remodeling, and contracting professionals demonstrating the highest level of customer service within the U.S. and Canada. Out of 600+ eligible applicants, Daniel Builders is one of 300+ businesses within the residential construction industry recognized by GuildQuality for consistently delivering superior customer care. In determining which businesses received the 2017 Guildmaster Award, GuildQuality reviewed thousands of survey responses submitted by customers of Guildmaster candidates and considered two primary metrics for each candidate: the percentage of customers stating they would recommend the business to a friend and the percentage of customers who responded. Daniel Builders achieved a recommendation rate of 90% or above from their customers surveyed by GuildQuality. “Receiving this award is a big honor! We have so much heartfelt gratitude toward our customers who entrust us with their homes, and give us an opportunity to exceed their expectations!” –Will Cord, Marketing Manager For more on the 2017 Guildmaster Award and qualifications, visit www.guildquality.com/guildmaster/ . About Daniel Builders: Full-service home remodeling company specializing in whole house renovations and additions. Visit www.danielbuilders.com . Are you contemplating a major home renovation? Speak with a Daniel Builders project guide by calling 864.506.5546 and discuss the best path forward for your custom renovation or get your renovation started here! < Previous Next > Back to Blog SEE OUR WORK LET'S TALK We’d love to hear from you! Whether you’re ready to start a major remodel, or simply learn more about our process, we’re ready to assist. How can Daniel Builders renovate for you? GET STARTED

  • WHY DESIGN BUILD - Building Trust Renovation Blog - South Carolina - Daniel Builders

    Understand the Design Build advantage before your undergoes a custom renovation. BUILDING TRUST BLOG WHY DESIGN BUILD Understand the Design Build advantage before your undergoes a custom renovation. Back to Blog 2017-03-07 A Design Build approach is highly advisable when your home is about to undergo a custom renovation. What makes a major renovation stressful? Well, for starters, a lot of money (not to mention your home) is at stake. Then you have an endless list of “what ifs?” Like, what if my contractor and I aren't on the same page? Or, what if we have unknown expenses? What if the finished project doesn't come close to what we expected? It's not hard to see how quickly stress can build. Renovation stress needs to be addressed well before a project begins. Failure to get clarity may result is some serious misery. Daniel Builders addresses renovation stress with a Design-Build approach. Design-Build is a process that allows our customers to “kick the tires” (so to speak) before committing to a major renovation. Here’s how it works. We start the process by listening. We carefully listen to you describe your project in your own words. This usually happens in a meeting at your home. After you articulate your renovation ideas and a general budget, we craft a Design/Build agreement. The agreement guarantees 3 important deliverables - a detailed scope, plans (and possibly renderings) and a price. So how does Design-Build minimize renovation stress? Here are 5 stress-reducing reasons to choose Design-Build for your next major renovation. Clarifies Expectations - In renovation work the phrase “I didn’t expect...” is usually followed by something negative. Like, I didn’t expect my project to take so long. Or I didn’t expect my contractor to use such cheap materials. And the sword is double edged. Contractors can easily feel the same way when customers aren't communicating. Successful renovations require both parties share the same expectations. A Design/Build approach clarifies the design, scope, cost, material selections and timeline so those “I didn’t expect…” conversations don’t happen. Saves Time and Money - Without a detailed scope, design, and quote you're basing your renovation on a lot of assumptions. Assuming anything in a renovation is risky, and often leads to re-work (ie. doing it over), which is time-consuming and costly. Who ultimately pays for re-work? The contractor? The customer? Both to some degree. Design-Build allows you to avoid this troublesome scenario altogether by clarifying scope, design, and quote before construction begins. Design-Build also allows the contractor to provide input early in the design process. Having a contractor participate in the design phase ensures the project is feasible. This approach puts contractor and architect on the “same page” from the start. Simplifies the Process - As the diagram indicates, a Design-Build approach creates fewer steps in the renovation process. Translation: it’s efficient. The customer isn’t required to evaluate and coordinate among architects, engineers (if necessary), and contractors bidding on the project. Instead, every step of the project is predetermined to eliminate unnecessary steps. Provides an Exact Price - Ever experience sticker shock? Sticker shock occurs when you're billed much more than you expected. Not fun. Better to know the price before it’s too late. This is exactly why “estimates” are so dangerous. They typically change, and often in an upward direction. A quote based on a Design-Build approach doesn’t change. All factors contributing to cost (such as time, materials, and labor) are carefully calculated based on your budget. Only one person can change your price - you. Creates Peace of Mind - Uncertainty leads to stress. Design/Build removes uncertainty and clarifies the outcome. As mentioned earlier, its the closest thing to “kicking the tires” the renovation world has to offer. Knowing the outcome allows you to relax and turn your attention to more important matters. Like how much you, your family and friends will enjoy your newly renovated home! Are you contemplating a major home renovation? Speak with a Daniel Builders project guide by calling 864.506.5546 and discuss the best path forward for your custom renovation or get your renovation started here! < Previous Next > Back to Blog SEE OUR WORK LET'S TALK We’d love to hear from you! Whether you’re ready to start a major remodel, or simply learn more about our process, we’re ready to assist. How can Daniel Builders renovate for you? GET STARTED

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