Our Process
Home Front Renovations was founded in the spring of 2011 by Michael Hayworth with one field lead. In the years since, we’ve grown to 20+ full-time craftsman and a full office staff, all committed to delivering excellent work. Now, with Home Front Design Build, you can get the same quality work with an emphasis on aesthetics and function, which our design team can help you acheive.
We believe that we offer a better experience than most of our competitors.
Getting Started
design consultation.
By calling our office or filling out a web form, one of our team members will help you by scheduling a free appointment. For smaller projects, you’ll start with an estimator. If your project is more complex, we recommend starting with a design consultation with both an estimator and a designer. At this initial meeting, they’ll ask you about your goals for your remodel, budget, and timeline. You can share your thoughts or ask questions, and, if you’re interested in design help, our team will talk you through your options.
A design consultation may require a second visit, and that process could take a few weeks. Read more about our design process here.
After you meet with an estimator, or when you have a design you like, our estimators create a detailed scope of work and provide an estimate of what the project will cost, usually within a week or two.
What to expect from our estimates
We add more detail to our estimates than most other contractors. Our quotes include everything you talked about in the inital meeting and more. They start with a project description and a comprehensive plan for demolition, then they describe all new construction, materials and finishes, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and more. Pricing is generally divided into project areas, so you can esily decide which will work within your budget. For materials and fixtures, we work with an allowance system where you can spend up to a certain amount per item. This allows us to accurately estimate what your materials will cost before you actually choose them.
Once you decide to move forward with Home Front, you’ll sign a work order, and we will start moving to get your project started. We don’t waste any time!
The sample is just an example. Your proposal will look different for various reasons. Every client is different, and every project is different.
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What happens after you sign?
Immediately after signing, you will be assigned a project manager, and our finance department will reach out to collect a deposit payment.
Next, weather you started with a consultation or just an estimate, a designer will work with you to schedule your design selection appointment. At this appointment, you will pick all of the materials and finishes for your project. This may include paint, tile, flooring, countertops, etc. Our designers will help you choose quality materials that work well together and stay within your budget.
During this time, your estimator and project manager will work with you on cabinet configurations, submit permit applications, and pair you with one of our crews. Your project manager will also start ordering all parts and materials. To ensure you aren’t stuck in a construction zone for longer than necessary, we don’t start a project until we have received all the materials.
The entire process can take anywhere from 10-15 weeks.
Starting Your Project
Once we have your project materials, we will set a start date and project kickoff. The payment structure is decided on before the project’s commencement and will either be in weekly installments or based on progress points.
The project kickoff is when everyone (the estimator, designer, project manager, and crew lead) meets with you on-site to discuss the details of your project. This is how we ensure that everyone is on the same page and that mistakes are limited. Our crews will get right to work on demolition and construction. Your project manger will coordinate all subcontractors and make sure everything runs smoothly. In our minds, the faster we can finish a project, the better for everyone.
When work is completed, you’ll get to walk through the space with your project manager and create a “punch list” of everything that needs to be corrected or touched up. Once you are satisfied with the work, we will collect your last payment, and your warranty will take effect. At this point, we may also want to schedule a time to take photos of your completed project.
