- How Does Consulting Work?
consulting vs remodeler
The Difference is Your Safety and Peace of Mind
As consumers in the remodeling or construction industry, we place our trust in businesses based on our perceptions of their expertise, years in the industry, firm size, and various online resources such as homepages, Yelp reviews, Google reviews, testimonials, and occasionally BBB reviews.
Few industries demand a greater leap of faith than the construction industry. Many construction company owners have limited hands-on artisan experience and are often novice business owners. This creates a reasonable fear for consumers, who seek access to the company's expertise and industry insight but are understandably hesitant to entrust tens of thousands of their hard-earned investment dollars to them. Fortunately, there is a safe alternative.
You pay no large down payment and have access to key professional services. All trades are licensed (as required) and insured. You maintain control over the costs and scheduling of your project. In short, you get all the benefits of a builder without the inherent risks or high costs.
Builders receive volume discounts from trades and materials providers due to the high volume of business they bring to their vendors. With us, you receive the same discounts.
Reputable remodeling contractors typically mark up material and labor costs by 100%—a standard practice in the industry to cover business expenses and potential project errors. With us, you pay only the builder's actual costs for materials and labor as they arise. You retain control of your investment dollars, paying vendors directly for their goods and services.
Reputable builders often enlist the services of architects, engineers, and interior design professionals, charging marked-up fees to create the detailed framework for your project. With us, you have access to those same services at the builder's rate. Always select your builder before hiring an architect—your budget should be your top priority. Builders understand the true costs of your project, while designers and engineers may not.
Most builders lack the knowledge and experience needed to effectively manage your project. Many believe they can’t stay profitable or competitive if they invest in professional project management, so they rely on their trades to manage and control the quality and progress of individual tasks as the project unfolds. At ZeroDown Consulting, we provide expert project coordination to ensure that your project meets the highest quality standards with no shortcuts.
ZeroDown Consulting keeps the control and funding of your project in your hands while keeping you out of the complexities of the remodeling and construction business. Weekly reports and ongoing communication provide peace of mind and eliminate unwanted surprises.
- Our Safe Process
Project Assesment
Prep is the first Step
One of our expert consultants will meet with you to assess your goals and needs, helping you determine a realistic budget for your project.
Design and Selection
Design Your Project
We provide all the design, architectural, and engineering services needed to build and permit your project. Additionally, we assist you in preordering your finish materials at our builder's discounted rate.
Construction
The Build Commences
We expedite your permits (if required) and manage every detail of the build for you. You'll receive weekly reports on costs, progress, and upcoming work, keeping you informed every step of the way.
- Contact Us
We work by appointment only. Please contact us for a free consultation.
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Phone 512-461-3831Our Service Area
Austin, Tx and Surrounding Metro Areas