Just Build Projects
If you already have a professional design, Del Sol Construction will work with that design to produce a proposal with all the specifications necessary to give you a firm price on your project.
Initial Phone Call
When you first contact our office we will speak with you at some length about specific details on your project, your expectations for the project, any special needs, and gather all of your contact information. Then, if you decide that Del Sol Construction may be the right contractor for your project, we will schedule a home visit.Home Visit
During the home visit, we will assess the feasibility of your project, take necessary measurements and photos, discuss project budgets and explain in further detail how we can best serve you. This visit is an opportunity to get fully acquainted with you and your project. A Meeting Recap Letter and follow-up phone call will be provided after the home visit addressing any questions or concerns that may need re-evaluating after the fact.Proposal
Once we have all your project information, we will prepare a detailed proposal with estimated costs of your project and with all the areas we have discussed included. Once we have your proposal and estimated costs completed, we will schedule a meeting with you to go over our proposal in detail.Contract
Once you decided that you want Del Sol Construction to be your contractor, we present a Letter of Intent to be signed, request a partially refundable construction retainer so that we can begin the construction documents and place your project on the construction schedule. The retainer will be applied toward the total construction costs for your project.Construction
We make periodic visits to your project to insure all contracted areas are being completed as promised. Throughout the construction process, we believe that there must be clear communication between you and our company. The Project Manager will schedule weekly meetings with you throughout the construction period on your project. During these weekly meetings we go over the previous week’s progress, what to expect for the next week, as well as going over any decisions, selections and Change Orders that need attention.Post Construction
Once substantial construction has been completed, we schedule a project walk through with you, create a punch list to touch up any areas, explain the function of certain products, if necessary, and go over your warranty.How We Handle Change Order Concerns
A major concern for most people who remodel, is that they are going to get "stuck" with a lot of extra's and overages at the end of the project. Since every project is custom in its own way, Del Sol prices each project independently. This takes a little more time, but it is the only way to insure accuracy so the client isn't paying for something they aren't getting. Del Sol Construction strives to ensure there are no surprises at the end of the project for our clients. When there is something that the client wants that isn't included in the project estimate, we will put together a Change Order showing the cost of the change before proceeding with the Change Order, so our clients know where they stand at all times. However, with this not being a perfect world, there are times that conditions do arise which need addressing. When this happens, the Project Manager will schedule a meeting with you to go over the condition. At that time we will, if possible, offer several options for correcting the condition. Once you let us know how you would like to proceed, we will take care of the issue immediately.Construction
Steps in the Process
Step 1 - Preparation
Permitting, Demolition, Site Work / Grading, Footings, Foundations
Step 2 – Framing
Floor Systems, Wall Frame, Roof Installation, Window Installation, Fire Blocking
Step 3 – Mechanical Rough-In
Plumbing
Drains, Water Lines, Faucet Valves, Rough Inspection
Electrical
Wiring, Device Box Placement, Rough Inspection
HVAC
Ductwork and System Installation, Rough Inspection
Step 4 - Exterior
Exterior Siding Installation, Soffit and Trim Installation, Exterior Painting
Step 5 – Interior
Insulation, Drywall Installation and Finishing, Primer and Drywall Touch-Up
Step 6 – Trim and Millworks
Hardwood Flooring, Interior Door Installation, Case, Base and Crown Moulding Installation, Staircase Package Installation, Cabinetry, Tile and Countertop InstallationStep 7 – Interior Paint
Step 8 – Substantial Completion
Interior Completion
Hardwood Flooring Finish, Carpet And Vinyl Installation, Hardware and Accessory Installation, Interior Paint Touch Up,
Mechanical Trim Out
Plumbing Fixtures and Trim Installation, Electrical Fixture, Device and Plate Cover Installation, HVAC Condenser, Grill and Thermostat Installation
Final Inspections
HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Building
Step 9 – Project Completion
Final Job Site Clean-Up, Punch List
Post Construction
The Owner’s Manual
We compile a comprehensive reference booklet of your project to present to you at the end of the project. The Owner’s Manual will pull all the components into one central location, so you never have to hunt around for any project information. Features of the Owner’s Manual include:
►All of the installation and user manuals for all products installed in your project
►All manufacturers’ warranties for products used
►A copy of the Paint Schedule and color codes
►Available product information for finish items (roofing, carpet, etc.) used
►A copy of your Construction Agreement and final Certificate of Occupancy
►Lien Releases for all Trade Subcontractors (This gives you peace of mind that Del Sol Construction has paid all of the subcontractors that worked on your project.)
Staying in Touch
We have been around for quite a few years, and we won’t disappear once the sign is gone from your yard. If you find that down the road something from the project needs attention, a sink that leaks, cabinetry doors that need adjusting – Call Us and we will be there to correct it. We will automatically call you 3 months after the completion date of your project, just to check in and see how things are going with the new space. At the 12 month point, close to the end of your warranty, we will touch base with you again just to make sure everything we have done is continuing to perform for you.
