UBuildIt-Plus

Here in the DC Metro area time is off great importance to all of our clients. For this reason we have tailored our UBuildIt-Plus services specifically for our clients that can't be as involved in their projects on a weekly basics as our typically UBuildIt clients, but still want to receive the incredible benefits of managing their own project with our support. Hit the link above to learn more!

UBuildIt's Standard Services

No matter what level of service you select, we're going to work together in partnership to take your home project from conception to planning to construction to finishes.

Planning Phase

• Provide financing options
• Help you define target budget
• Review your property
  • Make sure it fits your plans
  • Provide written site report
• Input during design
  • Recommend designers & architects
  • Consider how design will impact budget
  • Input on aesthetics, energy consumption, resale value, etc.
• Prepare detailed specifications
• Explain material choices/ budget impact
• Establish realistic project costs
• Create detailed costing report

Construction Phase

• Guidance on...
  • Permitting
  • Project scheduling
  • Ordering materials
  • Selecting subcontractors & suppliers
  • Managing budget
• Planning meetings to review all of the above
• Site visits — up to 23 during the process
  • Quality assurance — review work
  • Prepare for next steps
• Provide you with Construction Manual
  • Keeps you organized
  • Project stays on track

UBuildIt Home Services

Not ready to start working on the addition, new construction or renovation you have in mind, but still need help with typical household upkeep and maintenance or would like to start planning for that future project, but don't know where to get that quality advice or support? We can help! If it relates to the construction, especially residential construction, we can help you with a specific issue ourselves or put you in touch with one of the vendors, suppliers and subcontractors we work with on a daily basis. We make this "inside information" easily accessible, here are some examples of services we can offer you hear at UBuildIt-Bethesda....

Land or Home Purchase Evaluation
We'll look at any property you're considering buying from the eye of a builder... and evaluate if the home you'd like to build is feasible or not.

Site Planning
We'll review a piece of property you own, provide a professional report addressing any issues and provide some of the potential development costs of that site.

Plan Design
We'll work with you as you plan your home and provide advice on space efficiency, design options, building complexity, and resale-ability.

Budget Planning
Before you get too far into your project, we'll work with you to create a "ballpark" estimate to see how feasible your project will be.

Green Building
Assistance in energy efficient techniques and materials, renewable energy options, improved indoor air quality, water efficiency, etc.

Project Management
If you want to control the building process, but are short on time, we can take over the task of managing your project for you.

Subcontractor Referrals
Need an electrician? How about a roofer, painter, plumber of other subcontractor? We can connect you with reliable subs. Subs we have a consistent working relationship with that you can take advantage of.

Tenant Improvement
We offer guidance and advice to owners who wish to manage their own tenant improvement project, or who need a quality project manager. This might also be described as helping with lite commercial projects such as office renovation or build outs or retail space.

Materials Selection
We'll go with you to showrooms or supply houses to provide advice to you when making material selections.