FAQs

Not sure what to expect with your what to expect with a home remodeling project? There are thousands of general contracting FAQs and ,more than double the number of answers you can find. It can be overwhelming, we know, so make sure to read a lot of articles about questions to ask your contractor before you get started. Our feeling is, if you have questions about remodeling, you should get a clear, transparent, and easy-to-understand answer.

At Coastal Construction, we take the time to explain the details about the home remodeling services you request. We answer all of your questions politely and explain our estimates for your home improvement project to your satisfaction.

Because we believe an educated consumer is our best customer, we’ve provided this page of Common Questions for your benefit.

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WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN AN ESTIMATE AND DESIGN AGREEMENT?

An estimate is free and is an educated price that is prepared for your project. If you are completing a major renovation (such as a whole house remodel or addition), the price is for the entire project. The price of the project may fluctuate as you move through the process of design.

A design agreement means you chose to select Coastal Construction as your builder but you are not quite sure yet on the design you want to build. The agreement is for the design portion only so you can come to an agreement of the design and final project price prior to signing a contract for the full contract amount.

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IF I SIGN THE DESIGN AGREEMENT WILL I BE ABLE TO KEEP THE DESIGN IF I DECIDE NOT TO GO WITH COASTAL CONSTRUCTION?

No, you will not be able to keep the design plans until we have mutually agreed to move forward as your contractor. The designs we create are meant for developing your final contract amount with us and they are the first step towards getting your permits, once the design is finalized. They are not a “build set” which can be distributed for estimates from other contractors. We highly suggest contacting an architect if you are looking for an architectural build set of plans that you can distribute to contractors to get competitive bids.

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HOW MUCH WILL MY PROJECT COST?

Projects vary widely depending on your needs and budget. Our representatives visit with you to better understand your home remodeling needs. At Coastal Construction we do more than give you a quote. We provide you with the information you need to make the right decisions for your home.

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DO YOU USE SUBCONTRACTORS?

We employ both subcontractors and hourly employees who are on our payroll. The subcontractors we work with have all worked with us for several years and for most of them, we are their sole source of employment because we are able to keep them busy from one job to the next. They are all licensed and insured, as well as covered under our license and insurance. Our hourly employees are all journeymen which means they are a skilled worker who has successfully completed an official apprenticeship qualification in their trade (ie: electrical, plumbing, tile, etc).

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HOW LONG WILL MY PROJECT TAKE TO COMPLETE?

This varies depending upon your project, material selections and size. During our consultation, we will be able to give you a better time frame depending on your selections and needs.