While searching for contractors for your renovation project, you might have come across the term design/build. As the name suggests, design/build companies handle all of the design and construction aspects of your exterior remodeling project from start to finish.
What are the advantages of hiring a design/build firm? And is it more cost-effective to hire one?
What Are the Advantages?
Hiring a design/build company to oversee all the aspects of your home remodeling project has several advantages. For starters, since there’s only one contractor involved, the collaboration process will be more streamlined. Not to mention design or construction errors are less likely thanks to the fact your contractor has greater oversight over your exterior or kitchen remodeling project.
Are Design/Build Companies More Expensive Than a Regular Contractor?
In general, it’s more cost-effective to hire a design/build company. Streamlined coordination alongside greater oversight over the project can reduce the risk of delays and help eliminate unnecessary costs.
Important note: while it’s important to stay within budget, you shouldn’t get too preoccupied with project costs. Focus instead on maximizing your returns on investment. A professional design/build company can help you do just that.
Will Hiring a Design/Build Company Limit My Design Choices?
Not at all. Our role as a contractor is to provide our customers with as many as options as possible and help guide them through the remodeling process – it’s ultimately the customer who’ll make the final decision.
One more thing: don’t forget that a remodeling project is essentially a collaboration between you and your contractor, which is why it’s important to choose a contractor or deck builder you can easily get along with throughout the process.
STL Design and Build is a trusted locally owned remodeling company with 55 years of combined experience in the remodeling industry. To request a free estimate, call us at (314) 736-5800, or fill out this form.
