The OakWood Consumer’s Handbook

“
We have been spreading the
word about the outstanding
reputation, professionalism,
and customer service
of OakWood Builders.
– Walter Wood
”
Part 2
Why a
Detailed
Proposal is
Essential
• Surprising fact: the average
renovation project racks
up 27% more in costs due
to extras charged at the end
of the project. The reason
is that many Renovators
purposefully bid the project
low and come to you with an
extra when the project
is completed and demand
payment without giving you
any options.
“We recommend you
get a room-by-room
description of your
SECTION 2
Essential Requirements
for Every Project Proposal
Key questions we recommend
» Why this is important
OakWood’s compliance
• Insisting on a detailed
proposal is one of the easiest
things you can do to avoid
getting unpleasant surprises
after your renovation
is completed.
• A detailed proposal also
shows you that the Renovator
knows what they’re doing.
Many Renovators will give
you a five to ten page proposal
that is vague on details. You
shouldn’t accept this because
it is a recipe for extras and
hidden costs once the
renovation starts.
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renovation project
to know what you are
building—right down
to the number
of electrical outlets
per room and their
• We recommend you get
a room-by-room description
of your renovation project to
know what you are building—
right down to the number
of electrical outlets per room
and their specific location.
specific location.”
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