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Transforming Houses Into Homes

Argyle, Texas | info@irwinbuilds.com | 940-299-9954
Irwin Construction

Transforming Houses Into Homes

Our Process 22025-05-30T15:26:15-05:00

Our Remodeling Process

Our Renovation Process

Clear Communication. Quality Craftsmanship. A Renovation You Can Trust.

Our goal here at Irwin Construction is to provide consistent communication that you can trust to walk you through every step of the renovation process – from gathering ideas and finalizing design all the way to the finished product. The decision to renovate your home is a big one, and it’s normal to have questions along the way. Having as much information as possible early in the process helps you know what to expect.

A Renovation You Can Trust.

Our goal here at Irwin Construction is to provide consistent communication that you can trust to walk you through every step of the renovation process – from gathering ideas and finalizing design all the way to the finished product. The decision to renovate your home is a big one, and it’s normal to have questions along the way. Having as much information as possible early in the process helps you know what to expect.

Fix My Space

OUR PROCESS

We strive to plan every aspect of the project before any work begins in order to minimize the time you spend in a construction zone.

OUR PROCESS

  • 1. Initial Consultation

    A member of our team comes to your home to discuss your project goals and design ideas. During this 60-90 minute meeting, we collect all measurements needed in order to create a Project Estimate. Our estimates are fully customized and usually take 2-4 weeks to return, based on the complexity and size of the project. Contact us to schedule an initial consultation.

  • 2. Accept Estimate

    Once you accept your Project Estimate and we’ve finalized your scope of work, you are moved to our project queue to begin the planning process.

  • 3. Project Planning

    Our team will meet with you to help you narrow in on your specific design style and select materials for your project. We will provide you with a list of materials you will need for your project with dates by which they should be ordered, and are on hand to answer any questions you have in the process. If your project includes custom cabinetry, we prepare cabinetry sketches during this time and finalize all cabinetry details. Depending on the scope of your project, our project planning phase often takes several weeks to a few months to complete, and is a vital step in ensuring your project runs smoothly and efficiently.

    Check out our Design and Decorating Services page for more information, and our Pinterest page for design ideas.

  • 4. Final Preparation

    In the last 2-4 weeks before construction begins, we make sure all materials are ordered, we provide a project schedule and payment schedule (if applicable), and our General Contractor Agreement is signed by both parties. Depending on your scope of work, you can expect a 50% project deposit to be due 4 weeks prior to your start date. 1-2 weeks prior to your start date, we will check in with notes on how to prepare your space and with any last reminders!

  • 5. Active Work

    During active work, we maintain the same attention to detail and dedication to service that goes into the planning process. A member of our team will contact you consistently throughout the work phase to communicate project progress, schedule updates, etc. Our goal is for you to be pleased with both the process and the end result.

1. INITIAL CONSULTATION

A member of our team comes to your home to discuss your project goals and design ideas. During this 60-90 minute meeting, we collect all measurements needed in order to create a Project Estimate. Our estimates are fully customized and usually take 2-4 weeks to return, based on the complexity and size of the project. Contact us to schedule an initial consultation.

2. ACCEPT ESTIMATE

Once you accept your Project Estimate and we’ve finalized your scope of work, you are moved to our project queue to begin the planning process.

3. PROJECT PLANNING

Our team will meet with you to help you narrow in on your specific design style and select materials for your project. We will provide you with a list of materials you will need for your project with dates by which they should be ordered, and are on hand to answer any questions you have in the process. If your project includes custom cabinetry, we prepare cabinetry sketches during this time and finalize all cabinetry details. Depending on the scope of your project, our project planning phase often takes several weeks to a few months to complete, and is a vital step in ensuring your project runs smoothly and efficiently.

Check out our Design and Decorating Services page for more information, and our Pinterest page for design ideas.

4. FINAL PREPARATION

In the last 2-4 weeks before construction begins, we make sure all materials are ordered, we provide a project schedule and payment schedule (if applicable), and our General Contractor Agreement is signed by both parties. Depending on your scope of work, you can expect a 50% project deposit to be due 4 weeks prior to your start date. 1-2 weeks prior to your start date, we will check in with notes on how to prepare your space and with any last reminders!

5. ACTIVE WORK

During active work, we maintain the same attention to detail and dedication to service that goes into the planning process. A member of our team will contact you consistently throughout the work phase to communicate project progress, schedule updates, etc. Our goal is for you to be pleased with both the process and the end result.

Renovating Tips

  • Know your budget. Renovating is an investment and your ideas for a dream home can easily surpass your budget. Be open about your renovation budget from the start so we can help you design your perfect space without creating financial stress!
  • Know what you like (and what you don’t). Many people enter the renovation process knowing they want a “new kitchen”, but not having a thorough idea of the styles and designs they like. Do you enjoy French Country décor? Are you more of a modern minimalist or prefer traditional design? Spend time looking at pictures of spaces that are a similar size to yours to get a feel for what types of design will look good to you, and look good in your house. If you have a three bedroom starter home, browsing only pictures of multi-million dollar homes won’t give you the best idea of what your home could look like.

    See the blog post : Let’s Get Inspired! >>>

  • Browse our inspiration boards on Pinterest or Houzz for inspiration!

  • Set aside plenty of time to select materials and review paperwork. The quicker decisions can be made during the planning process, the quicker work on your project can begin.

  • Ask questions! If you fully understand the renovation process, you’ll be able to foresee how the work may affect your day-to-day living and adjust for the fewest possible frustrations.

    See the page : Our Construction Process >>>

  • Plan how you’ll live without the work area. Are you planning a kitchen remodel? Eating out for a 4-6 week renovation can add up quickly! Brainstorm how you can minimize this impact – prep meals ahead of time that can easily be reheated, stock up on paper plates (because washing dishes in the bathroom sink is not easy), gather lots of recipes for the grill, invest in a slow cooker or electric pressure cooker, etc.

    See the blog post : How To Survive Renovating… >>>

  • Stress may be unavoidable to some degree (and completely normal), but avoid panic. Your house is a work-in-progress, you’re spending money, and construction rarely goes exactly as planned, so some stress in the renovation process is to be expected. However, every situation is fixable, so keep the lines of communication open with your contractor.
  • Be flexible. As much as we try to decrease the “bumps in the road” by planning each project thoroughly before beginning, surprises are par for the course when renovating. We work hard to cope with every roadblock as it arises, but maintaining a positive attitude and flexible mindset help keep stress at bay.

Renovating Tips

  • Know your budget. Renovating is an investment and your ideas for a dream home can easily surpass your budget. Be open about your renovation budget from the start so we can help you design your perfect space without creating financial stress!
  • Know what you like (and what you don’t). Many people enter the renovation process knowing they want a “new kitchen”, but not having a thorough idea of the styles and designs they like. Do you enjoy French Country décor? Are you more of a modern minimalist or prefer traditional design? Spend time looking at pictures of spaces that are a similar size to yours to get a feel for what types of design will look good to you, and look good in your house. If you have a three bedroom starter home, browsing only pictures of multi-million dollar homes won’t give you the best idea of what your home could look like.

    See the blog post : Let’s Get Inspired! >>>

  • Browse our inspiration boards on Pinterest or Houzz for inspiration!
  • Set aside plenty of time to select materials and review paperwork. The quicker decisions can be made during the planning process, the quicker work on your project can begin.

  • Ask questions! If you fully understand the renovation process, you’ll be able to foresee how the work may affect your day-to-day living and adjust for the fewest possible frustrations.

    See the page : Our Construction Process >>>

  • Plan how you’ll live without the work area. Are you planning a kitchen remodel? Eating out for a 4-6 week renovation can add up quickly! Brainstorm how you can minimize this impact – prep meals ahead of time that can easily be reheated, stock up on paper plates (because washing dishes in the bathroom sink is not easy), gather lots of recipes for the grill, invest in a slow cooker or electric pressure cooker, etc.

    See the blog post : How To Survive Renovating… >>>

  • Stress may be unavoidable to some degree (and completely normal), but avoid panic. Your house is a work-in-progress, you’re spending money, and construction rarely goes exactly as planned, so some stress in the renovation process is to be expected. However, every situation is fixable, so keep the lines of communication open with your contractor.
  • Be flexible. As much as we try to decrease the “bumps in the road” by planning each project thoroughly before beginning, surprises are par for the course when renovating. We work hard to cope with every roadblock as it arises, but maintaining a positive attitude and flexible mindset help keep stress at bay.

Frequently Asked Questions

We’re dedicated to addressing your inquiries. Explore the frequently asked questions below, and if you find yourself seeking more information or have additional questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to us.

How do I start the process of working with you?2023-12-15T01:05:52-05:00

We’d be delighted to work with you! To get on our consultation schedule, please fill out the form on the Contact Us page. We will get back to you in 1-2 business days to schedule your consultation.

What measures do you take to protect my family, my home and my possessions from the elements, dust and safety hazards?2023-12-09T13:44:19-05:00

We make every effort to plastic off furniture and floors and cordon off work areas to reduce the tracking of dust to other areas of the home. Some dust is to be expected, but our workers clean up the project area at the end of every work day to minimize this.

What is the typical payment schedule?2023-12-15T01:06:54-05:00

For many projects, 50% of the estimated cost is due before work begins, and the remaining 50% is due upon project completion. However, for larger jobs that require significant material purchases or take longer to complete, we often require four installments of 25% of the total project cost.

What if I want to change the scope of work during my project?2023-12-09T13:42:16-05:00

Any changes that you consider making during your project are subject to a possible change in cost and change in project schedule. All of these changes will be submitted to you in writing before the change is made to enable you to adjust your plans or budget to accommodate.

Do you work with a written contract?2023-12-15T01:06:39-05:00

Yes. Our General Contractor Agreement is signed by both client and contractor before any work begins. This contract explains that our price estimate for your project is fixed unless the client changes the scope of work or unforeseen repairs arise that were not able to be predicted ahead of time. We also provide a project schedule as our best estimate of the time it will take to complete the project.

How far out are you booking projects?2023-12-15T01:07:16-05:00

Our wait time is dependent upon the scope of work you’re looking at. For small projects, we often can start within 2-3 months. This is about the length of time it takes to thoroughly prepare for a project, order material, and have it on site and ready to install. For larger / full-house projects or additions, at least 3 months are usually required to prepare the project and have materials on site.

Can you give me a “ballpark cost” on my project?2023-12-15T01:05:16-05:00

We do not give ballpark costs, as we need to do the work to complete an estimate to know the full cost of your project. A wild guess without the proper preparation isn’t helpful for our clients, as it doesn’t give them an accurate expectation of cost.

Can I get an estimate on projects I’m looking to complete a few years from now?2023-12-15T01:06:20-05:00

We are happy to bid any projects you plan to complete within the next year. Due to rapidly changing costs, we do not bid any projects that you don’t expect to complete during this time.

Do you charge fees for your estimates?2023-12-15T01:06:02-05:00

Consultations and estimates for one area or room are complementary. If you’d like us to bid multiple areas there is a $150 consultation fee for a 90 minute consultation.

How long does it take to get an estimate?2023-12-15T01:06:11-05:00

Our estimates are fully customized and take an average of 2-4 weeks after your consultation depending on scope.

Who will be in charge of my project?2023-12-15T01:21:39-05:00

You will have our whole team working on your project! Our owner, Jeremy Irwin, functions as the General Contractor over your project. Our lead designer, Kelley Irwin, will help you plan for your project and manage the details. Our project manager, Jason Dolan, will be your day-to-day overseer and communicator throughout your project. Our entire  team will work together to ensure you have a constant point of contact throughout your project.

Let’s Start Planning

Your Dream Space

TODAY!

Let’s Start Planning

Your Dream Space

TODAY!

Let’s Build Something

Beautiful – Together

Transforming Houses Into Homes

Argyle, Texas | info@irwinbuilds.com | 940-299-9954

© All rights reserved. • Irwin Construction.

Argyle, Texas | info@irwinbuilds.com | 940-299-9954

© All rights reserved. • Irwin Construction.

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