There are 4 main components to construction budgeting: time, scope, quality and money. Time: small projects like bathroom and kitchen remodels tend to take 4-6 weeks, medium size residential additions about 4 months, office remodel 3 months, new small commercial building or medium sized house about 6 months. If you want to accelerate the time frame […]
What’s it cost to build that? (projects vary from 2016-2023)
Comparing and prediciting costs for construction is difficult because there are so many variables. But here is a snapshot of some recent projects: Pool-Guest House / 2500 sf , 50 x 15 pool, patios / Katonah NY $525,000 Residential 2 story 900 sf addition Rye, NY $275,000 Medical offices / 2300 sf / Scarsdale, NY: […]
How to Negotiate with Contractors
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Should I Stay… or Should I Go Now?
Yes, I love the Clash….and many families, groups and companies face the question of moving vs. renovating or adding on. The answer is based on many factors which include: -Usability of the space in its new vs. present configuration -How comfortable they are in the neighborhood -Long vs short term usage -Cost, not just construction cost , but […]
How to save at least $10,000 on your medium size renovation…Really!
How to save at least $10,000 on your medium size renovation! Don’t blow your construction budget! Here’s how to save at least $10,000 on your medium size renovation…Really! 1. Save costs on your demolition by recycling your kitchen and bathroom cabinets and fixtures- contact Green Demolitions for details, Noel Grabill 203 247 9030….related tax credits can […]