FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
If the project is simple I’ll do a bid. If there are unanswered questions or complexities I simply charge by the hour
- What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
When starting with a new client I'm very careful when asking about the issue, very often the issue is just a symptom or there are other long term considerations. Also, it's very important to know what the budget and timeline look like so I can make a realistic assessment of the project. Finally, it's critical to have an understanding of the personalities involved since I essentially become a short term house guest until the project is completed.
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a B.A. and I started building 20 years ago. I have worked on everything from a $40,000 executive table to a $400,000 custom home addition to a $40 garden bench.