Design-Build: A Proven Approach

Design-build is a streamlined approach to home remodeling. From initial concept to project completion, everything is managed by one company devoted to realizing your vision. With this one-stop solution, our in-house designers and construction crew work seamlessly together to meet your financial and timeline goals.

The Benefits of Design-Build

In a typical construction model, the homeowner would be responsible for finding a designer and general contractor separately, and then coordinating between the two. This can leave the door open for a number of issues, including delays and higher costs due to poor communication, potential blame games if problems arise, and challenges with designer and contractor compatibility.

In the design-build model, you work with a full-service firm and a single point of contact. This removes obstacles related to miscommunication, giving you a much better chance of finishing your remodel on time, on budget, and with significantly less stress.

Our Design-Build Process

Over the past thirty-plus years, we have received a number of industry awards as well as many positive testimonials from satisfied clients. The key to that success is our thorough design-build process. Here’s what you can expect when working with us:

1 CONSULTATION

Your remodeling journey begins with a phone call. We want to learn about you, your home, and your vision for your project. In this initial conversation, we’ll determine if we’re a good fit for one another and schedule a free in-home consultation. During this on-site visit, we’ll cover several topics, including:

DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT

With a design agreement in hand, we will measure your space and begin preparing a number of design concepts for your review. Once the basic form of the space is decided, you will begin selecting materials. From these choices, a real-world budget comes into focus.

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3 FIXED-PRICE CONTRACT

After we’ve defined the project elements and you’re comfortable with the budget, a fixed-price contract is signed and a detailed construction schedule is developed with your approval. Our team will also manage all necessary permits, engineering requirements, and code-related issues.

CONSTRUCTION

Now it’s time to see your long-awaited project take shape. Our entire crew will be focused on managing timelines, keeping a tidy work area, and being respectful to your neighborhood. Your Project Manager will act as a single point of contact for day-to-day activities, feedback, and any concerns. They will closely monitor the pace and progress of your project with regular, transparent communication.

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5 FINAL WALK-THROUGH

Your project is complete when we’ve performed a final walk-through with you and we’ve executed our comprehensive punch list. We stand by our services and provide a two-year warranty on our work.

1 CONSULTATION

2 DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT

3 FIXED-PRICE CONTRACT

4 CONSTRUCTION

5 FINAL WALK-THROUGH

Your project is complete when we’ve performed a final walk-through with you and we’ve executed our comprehensive punch list. We stand by our services and provide a two-year warranty on our work.

The Square Deal Difference

With decades of experience, we have expertly honed the design-build process. Our highly skilled team approaches every project with the utmost care and attention to quality at every phase. At project completion, your space will be both beautiful and functional, helping you live life better.

Client Testimonials

“Great partnership through the entire project— from design to punch list. The company’s design team, project team, and leadership were great to work with. I had a high degree of trust in all of them. And my kitchen looks amazing now, so the work performed exceeded my expectations.”

“Everyone at SDR seems very skilled and I was impressed with all of the subs they use...never had a doubt about them getting the project done to our level of expectation.”

“The bottom line is that Square Deal was a pleasure to work with; knowledgeable, caring, considerate, and lots of professional experience that was needed to finish a complex project.”

“Square Deal does great work! We are so happy with how our kitchen turned out. Team members were kind, safe, clean, and communicative.”

“I loved the design and process. They were right on time with no surprises.”

“Since I was remodeling a home over 100 years old, I was not surprised that things would come up that were not obvious. I had a doozy of one that Square Deal advised me with on how to mitigate the problems and was very helpful in solving the problems at a reasonable cost.”

“Remodeling a kitchen during an epidemic had all of us changing our ways of doing business, but Square Deal made me feel that my safety was their highest priority while giving me the highest quality remodel of my kitchen.”

“They were so great! We even managed to finish our project safely and within the rules during the quarantine lockdown at the start of the pandemic.”

“The ability to closely follow the calendar schedule that was given to me to complete my project and be able to move into the house from my other house on the scheduled time. The ability to have my questions answered as this was all so new to me, I felt I was well taken care of by all.”

“All of the Square Deal staff takes the worry out of remodeling. I very much appreciate the professional and exacting quality of the work performed. They treated our project as if it was for a person they wanted to impress.”

“We were very pleased with every aspect of our experience with Square Deal Remodeling!”

“Overall our experience with Square Deal was superb. If there were issues they were brought to our attention immediately and a resolution was made. We really felt like they took pride in their work and it shows in our remodel.”

“This is the third project we have used Square Deal on. As always, we are so happy with the end results.”

“We appreciated the team’s ability to find solutions to problems and yet still stay on schedule and within our budget. The final design added more cupboard and counter space than we anticipated.”

“I engaged SDR for a second time having had their services 10 years ago for a kitchen remodel. I did consider other firms but ultimately chose them for value and known quality.”

“My kitchen works like a dream and has the aesthetic I wanted and is perfect for my Mid-century house. They listen, ask lots of questions, and I never felt rushed. Finished a bit under budget. This is the 2nd kitchen Square Deal has done for us.”

“Love my kitchen and worth every penny.”

“They are five out of five for me.”

“We are very satisfied with the entire process. The finished rooms, 2 baths and laundry are very beautiful and we wouldn’t change a thing. In the words of a 12-year old Holiday houseguest, ‘the new shower is AWESOME!”

“As we lived in place during the project, the steps taken by the staff to minimize dust and disruption were so very thoughtful and performed as a matter of course. The polite and fun loving staff were always a joy, talented and responded to our questions. We are so very thrilled with the outcome and how our dreams actually did come true! These folks will be amazing custodians of your home and your dream.”

“This was our second project with SDR. They remodeled our kitchen several years ago, and now we have a lovely master bath as well. I’m sure another project is in our future with SDR.”

“I will continue to recommend SDR to everyone. I love my new bathroom as much as I still love my kitchen.”

“The kitchen looks great and fits our lifestyle perfectly!”

“The entire organization is very professional and every one of their craftsmen is skilled, effective and efficient.”

“Exceptional job. Professional, delivered as expected.”

Ready to Add Value to Your Home and Lifestyle?

When done right, a remodel can be a great investment in your home and your life. If you’re ready to get a project off the ground, reach out to our team today! We’d love to learn more about your vision for your home and how we can work together to make it a reality.