FAQS

Here are some of the most common questions we get

How much will it cost to remodel and or have an addition done to my house?

This depends on the scope of the project and the pricing of materials selected for the entire project.
How much demolition will need to be done on your project.
Are there any unforeseen issues with your house that could add additional time and resources.

Can you give me a rough estimate of cost?

Kind of, every remodel or addition is so different with the scope of work and materials used. It is difficult to give a rough estimate for these reasons plus the constant rising prices of materials.

How long will the project take?

In this market, this can be big variance. (How long will our architect take to draw the plans, will a structural engineer need to be involved, how long is plan review by the building department taking to review the plans and issue the building permit, what is the extent of your remodel or addition, are the materials that you selected a special order with long lead times, and will we have down time waiting for the materials.

Isn’t remodeling cheaper than new construction?

Sometimes but not always. This can vary quite a bit with the scope of work, the materials used, is there extensive demolition and structural engineering required, and is your house old enough to have Lead and or Asbestos in some of the materials used to build your house.

Can you build it like the pictures I have?

Yes, to an extent. Do you have an article or a list that describes all the brands and models of the materials being used in the picture and is the picture from project that was built this year.
Typically, we can come very close to matching pictures and articles, with the materials being used.

With how busy the construction industry is, is there still a shortage of materials?

Yes, on many products. Some products have not been produced in over a year, many products have been on back order multiple times and some products are readily available.

What are the prices of building materials doing, are they going up or down?

Prices are still going up on most products. Some products are receiving price increases every 1-2 months.

What does design/build mean with a remodel, addition or a custom home?

This is the approach we take, to turn a complex project into a well-organized design and build out between our architect and us the contractor.

What should I expect during the design/build remodel or addition?

Once the plans are complete and approved, we submit the plans to the building department for plan review and approval for a building permit. Then we start ordering materials and schedule the construction of your home.

Is my budget and what I want to have done even close to each other?

In most cases peoples wants and their budgets are very far apart. We work with you to determine what is most important to you and how we can accomplish what you want.

Are you a Custom Home Builder?

Yes we are a design/build custom home building firm who are involved in a home's entire design-and-construction process, all the way from the earliest planning stages to the finishing touches, clean-up, and post-construction work.

What is Design/Build?

Design-build is a method of project delivery in which one entity - the design-build team - works under a single contract with the project owner to provide design and construction services. One entity, one contract, one unified flow of work from initial concept through completion. This is the unique service that Horizon Construction Services provides.

What is an Energy Efficient home?

Energy-efficient homes and buildings use less energy to heat, cool, and run appliances and electronics, and energy-efficient manufacturing facilities use less energy to produce goods and we specialize in building energy efficient homes.

Are you a Remodeling General Contractor?

Yes. As a remodeling contractor, we are primarily in charge of turning the vision of our clients into reality. We work with the client to create realistic expectations that meet budget requirements. We organize the project and bring in the team to start the demolition and then start remodeling process.

Can you do a Full Home Remodel?

Yes. We can do everything from a small renovation to a full home remodel. A renovation generally consists of cosmetic changes, whereas remodels require structural changes. A full-home remodel consists of completely changing the structure and layout of your entire home. On the other hand, a partial renovation is simply sprucing up the appearance of portions of the house.

What is Remodeling?

Remodeling is defined as altering a structure, whether this alteration is exterior or interior, from the original construction. Some examples of remodeling are not limited to: completely transforming the structure and/or style of any space, home, or building. Horizon Construction Services is experienced in remodels and can assist from the idea stage to completion.

Can you add a Home Addition?

Yes. A home addition is a major home improvement project that adds finished living space to an existing home. Sooner or later, an addition is a universal desire of most homeowners. Even homeowners who claim that their house is big enough may, from time to time, want a bigger kitchen, an extra bedroom, or a larger bathroom. Horizon Construction Services is experienced and able to complete small and large home additions.

Do you do Kitchen Remodels?

Yes. Kitchen remodeling is the process of changing the functionality and the design of the kitchen area. It may involve tearing out a wall to expand the kitchen or reconfiguring a kitchen layout, so the cabinets, fridge, sink, dishwasher, and range are in different locations. Constructing an addition to your home would also be considered part of the remodel.

Can you do Bathroom Remodels?

Yes. A bathroom remodel includes various changes made to the appearance of your bathroom. It focuses on making changes that affect the layout, design, and overall appearance of your bathroom to give it a new look and feel.

Can you build a Garage Addition?

Yes. There are many options for garage additions: from adding a garage to a house, enlarging an existing garage and or adding an RV bay. Typically, the builder, an architect and structural engineer will design the changes to make the garage addition to look like it was part of the original house design. Typically this involves structural engineering, relocating utilities and adding electrical to the garage addition.

Can you build Shops?

Yes! The design and building of a detached building or shop to meet your dreams is a specialty of ours. A well-designed shop can accommodate many needs from auto & implement repair (building custom cars/trucks, motorcycles, or snowmobiles), fabrication, painting, woodworking, additional enclosed parking, and storage.

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