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Many homeowners feel that the first step in planning a construction project is getting multiple estimates from as many contractors as they can. For simple remodeling, such as siding or roofing, that may be the best course of action.

However, today's homeowners have many options and decisions to make before an accurate and true cost can be determined. In almost every aspect of home design, the choices a customer makes will affect the budget in a meaningful way. Ten different customers will call ten different projects a "dormer" ... all with ten different price tags!

Modular Homes, Inc. has developed a Design/Build approach which is the best way to determine what your design will cost BEFORE you begin any construction. There is no other way to accurately predict the true construction price.

The Design/Build approach consists of these six steps:

1. The homeowners and the MHI Design Team will meet to discuss your wants and needs for your construction project.

2. An approximate budget will need to be addressed in order to move forward with the design process.

3. An estimate will then be reviewed against the clients' budget, if approved we would then enter into a Preliminary Design Agreement, where for a small investment from the customer, the project will be designed to that budget. The size of your initial investment varies based on the size of the project and the amount of work necessary to best meet the homeowner's needs.

4. A detailed visualization package will be created for the homeowner. This can consist of drawings, floor-plans, computer renderings and kitchen and bath plans if necessary. This will enable the homeowner to know if the end result will give them what they have envisioned.

5. Once the preliminary plans are approved by the homeowner, a detailed cost analysis is generated for those plans to be constructed.

6. When the designs and total projected costs are to the client's liking, any initial investments already made will be credited toward the project. This way, the extra step of designing to your needs first, does not cost anything extra!

This design/build approach provides a single source of responsibility and accountability for the entire process. You are never put in the position of being a mediator in disputes between the Architect, the sub-contactors and the builder.

The goal is to improve coordination and to minimize the hassle and stress of constructing your new modular home by having a unified professional team in charge of all phases, from concept to final completion.