The Fundamental Differences Between Design/Build and Design-Bid-Build Understanding how design build vs. design-bid-build contracts work may help you better decide the type of remodeling contractor you need—and to find one whose approach suits both your comfort level and your pocket book. As a follow up from last week, MainStreet Design Build invites you to continue …
General Remodeling
Understanding Design/Build Remodeling: To Bid or Not to Bid?
The Fundamental Differences Between Design/Build and Design-Bid-Build As a homeowner, you’ll have many choices to make regarding your home remodeling project and your construction partner. Before you begin, it’s important to understand the differences between the two most common construction options: Design Build vs. Design Bid Build. Understanding how design build vs. design-bid-build contracts work may help you better …
Starting a New Home Remodeling Project? Avoid These 8 Design Mistakes
1. Ignoring Current Square Footage in Quest for a New Addition In today’s world, more of anything is often perceived as better. Unless of course you’re talking about debt, gray hair, and the almost unavoidable pounds we tend to pack on between Thanksgiving and the Super Bowl. But when it comes to adding space to …
Starting a New Home Remodeling Project? Avoid These 12 Mistakes
At MainStreet Design Build, we want you to love the home that you’re in and achieve your remodeling dreams. So we’ve compiled a list of expert tips to ease your concerns by making you aware of the most common remodeling mistakes—and how to avoid them. 1. Not Knowing Your DIY Limits This one’s a common …
Can You Remodel a Home in the Winter?
Absolutely! Even with the freezing temperatures, dropping fifteen degrees below zero, MainStreet Design Build crew has muscled through some of the most tempestuous weather patterns. You might be wondering HOW were we able to continue work in such inclement weather. First of all, without the work ethic and determination of our talented carpenters and tradesmen, we …
Why Hire a Certified Designer?
Kitchens and bathrooms are the most essential rooms in a home. These spaces should be comfortable, beautiful and safe, while at the same time reflecting the homeowner’s individual style and taste. Designing a kitchen or bath to be both functional and aesthetically pleasing takes highly specialized skills and knowledge. That’s why working with an NKBA-Certified …
Why use a Design Build Firm?
There are two major components to any remodeling project – the design phase and the build phase. You have a choice to use a separate resource for each phase or use one company that manages both phases. An example of the first is to use an architect to draw up your plans and then find …