Process

We’ll start with communication about your project. Whether you have plans developed already or not, learning about what you want to do in your home is a very important part of the process. Once we have an understanding of where you are, we will outline key next steps to keep the ball moving towards production.  

We can provide pricing assistance at any many points before construction begins.  Conversations about potential costs based on your ideas may be helpful as you consider what scope of work to pursue. If you have project documents we can provide a line-itemed, detailed and accurate budget proposal.  

If necessary we can value engineer the budget into a more comfortable place. Simply put, this is the phase where we streamline scope and budget. Most projects go through some form of Value Engineering.  

During the pre-construction phase your project manager is selected. Your project manager will become your main point of contact for the entire project. They will stay involved through construction and into post-construction. Terra Firma development staff stays involved with invoicing and budget tracking.

The scope is defined, the budget is developed, and you and the team are ready to get started. It’s here that we build a detailed construction schedule, verify lead times, confirm details and pull necessary permits.

Work has begun and we are underway! Your project manager and lead carpenter are actively involved daily to keep things moving forward while keeping you informed and updated. Terra Firma development staff stays involved with invoicing and budget tracking.

Every aspect of the project is completely transparent. Access to information regarding budget, schedule, materials, and product selection is communicated on a consistent basis.

Terra Firma manages your project with the utmost respect for you, your family, and your home.  Expect a clean, tidy, and safe construction site and environment.

A focus on health and sustainability is always incorporated into the work. We are committed to seeking out and promoting building practices and materials that protect and sustain natural resources. We serve as a resource for sustainability to our clients. This includes identification of hazardous materials and appropriate management when hazards are known or found.

The work is completed. We have finished “punch list” items and you are in your newly finished space.  Terra Firma will do a final walk-through upon completion. We’ll discuss the project, how it went, ensure expectations were met, and provide information for how to handle anything that may come up.

After a year in the new space, we expect that certain things may need adjustments, touch-ups and management as you break-in your new space. We’ve planned for this and will come take care of these items as needed.

At Terra Firma, our relationship doesn’t end after the project is wrapped. We are a member of your community and remain a go-to resource for any questions or concerns.