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FAQ. Is it practical to hire a consultant, designer, or estimator if the owner has no intention to proceed with the construction yet?

ANSWER: Definitely yes but don't proceed with the full design and production of construction documents yet. What you need in this early stage of your proposed project is the CONCEPT DESIGN and PRELIMINARY ESTIMATE. If you have the concept design, you will have an idea of how your project will look like and how much will it cost when completed. There will be minor revisions for the concept design prior to production of the construction documents. But this should not worry the owner since generally, the design and estimate will remain the same.

PEER REVIEW
Peer Review is the process of reviewing the plans, designs, calculations etc of consultants, owners, and contractors. For example, the owner hired a consultant to do an estimate of his proposed project, peer review will involve the review of this estimate. Peer review can also be availed if you are constructing a project on a do it yourself (DIY) basis. For example you want to validate the positions of your footings, columns, and beams.

Why hire a contractor right away if you don't have yet your final design and estimate? Don't burn your money unless you know the different delivery methods concerning construction projects. Be informed! Be smart! inquire now at HCEC.

Plan your dream home with HCEC Now!

We do a Concept Design and Estimate of your dream house. You don't have to worry about your budget since through this design process or program, your budget and design requirements will be considered first. After finalizing the concept design and budget, you don't have to worry anymore about the construction cost. Have your design and estimate done first by HCEC before getting a contractor and save on cost!