Clear, consistent communication is the secret ingredient in the MyHouse Design/Build Process

Feasibility

Existing Condition

What you have:  Survey in the case of additions of interior space and/or outdoor living additions, decks

Bylaw Analysis

What you can do; Square foot you are allowed; Site coverage of the home, garage, decks and patios Set backs; Heights; Neighborhood Covenants.

Functional Concepts

Use of space; Floor plans; Functionality; Ideas brainstorming.

Preliminary Scope of Work

Your Have-to’s; Want-to’s; Wish-to’s; Point form list of work to be done.

Preliminary Estimate

A breakdown of anticipated investment ranges; Soft costs; Design; Preparation; Construction; Finishes.

Preliminary Calendar

Blocks of time anticipated for phases; Design; Permits; Ordering materials; Preparation; Deconstruction and Demo; Construction; Move in.

Discuss Strategy

Together, we determine the next steps, What to design; What to build; Your team; Communication; Your personal project web portal.

Design

Floorplans

Layout of Floor plans including windows & door placement; Cabinetry; Furniture.

Permit Drawings

Architectural drawings (site plan, elevations, cross section and construction details as required); Engineering review & documentation.

Material Specifications

Specifications list of material; Related drawings required to clarify construction; Cabinetry; Lighting; Mechanical plans.

Scope of Work

Step by Step written outline of how the project comes together and what is included in the construction phase.

Construction Budget

A breakdown of project costs based on the decisions and choices made during in the construction phase.

Permits Application

Communication and application with regulatory authority including municipal, fisheries, Board of Variance (BOV), Heritage, Strata, Fraser Valley Health, etc.

Construction Calendar

Weekly calendar outlining critical path; Timeline for phases; Trades and inspection available online on your personal project web portal.

Construction

Deconstruction & Prep

Move out. Protection of remaining materials; Removal of unneeded existing materials; Clean up and haul away debris; Photo documentation.

Mechanical

Rough in of all HVAC; Electrical; Plumbing; Gas; Sprinklers; Low voltage vacuum; Audio; Video; Wifi; Security; Integration.

Insulation & Drywall

Exterior Wall; Attic; Soundproofing; Wall and floor prep; drywall or applicable materials.

Finishing

Exterior: Rain screen; Cladding; Roofing; Drainage. Interior: Floor covering; Tile; Cabinetry; Plumbing; Electrical Fixtures; Finish Carpentry; Painting.

Clean-up & Detailing

Cleaning of construction debris from site and interiors; Final details; Completion of all municipal or other related inspections.

Completion

Checklist

The My House comprehensive construction checklist is reviewed by your Project Manager prior to walkthrough.

Walkthrough

The Project Manager walks with you through your project to identify remaining deficiencies or corrections to be made.

Deficiency Finish

There may be items that need fixing, replacing or finishing. We complete all deficiencies as quickly as materials become available.

Move In

Our goal is to move you in as soon as possible, once all applicable inspections are complete and work is finished to your approval.

Photos & Referral Program

We take pride in photographing the completion of your project and provide you with a CD/memory stick of all construction photos.

Warranty

We offer a comprehensive 2/5/10 warranty based off the Home Protection office of BC, and the CHBA construction performance guidelines.

Service

Regularly-scheduled check-ups and service work keeps warranties valid, and prevents costly future repairs.

We look forward to helping you with your home improvement project. Look at some of our work with Exteriors & Landscapes, Decks & Sunrooms. Then, fill out the form on our Contact page to request a free consultation>>