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Pro Spotlight: Here’s What Your Contractor Wants You to Know
A Queen Creek contractor shares how to get the most out of your building or remodeling project
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Who: Dan Johnson of Nu Wavz Homes
Where: Queen Creek, Arizona
In his own words: “The only way a contractor can make your vision a reality is to know what you’re thinking.”
One of the most daunting parts of the remodeling process can be working with a contractor, says Dan Johnson, co-owner with Ben Sivert of Nu Wavz Homes in Queen Creek. But not to worry, he says: “You can achieve your dream project and enjoy the process through a collaborative effort with your contractor.”
Where: Queen Creek, Arizona
In his own words: “The only way a contractor can make your vision a reality is to know what you’re thinking.”
One of the most daunting parts of the remodeling process can be working with a contractor, says Dan Johnson, co-owner with Ben Sivert of Nu Wavz Homes in Queen Creek. But not to worry, he says: “You can achieve your dream project and enjoy the process through a collaborative effort with your contractor.”
Focus on communication. Johnson says he enjoys working with his clients and making their dreams become a reality. “Our involvement with the homeowners means the process is more hands-on,” he says. “This strong communication makes the process easier on everyone.”
Capturing a vision. The best part of his job is watching a homeowner’s ideas take shape, Johnson says. “That’s our vision as a company — for the project to be just what the customer envisioned,” he says. “It’s so rewarding to see a family in their new home and know that it’s exactly what they were looking for.”
If you’re ready to start collaborating with your contractor, read on for Johnson’s tips.
If you’re ready to start collaborating with your contractor, read on for Johnson’s tips.
1. Begin With the End in Mind
If your contractor is going to be involved in the design process, it’s best to come prepared with some firm ideas for your space, Johnson says. “Have as many concept photos and designs as possible available for your first meeting, so everyone is on the same page,” he advises.
The owner of this Mesa home wanted to create an open-concept living room. “She had done specific research before she came to us, so she knew what she wanted the room to look like,” Johnson says. “This made the process much more streamlined from the start.”
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If your contractor is going to be involved in the design process, it’s best to come prepared with some firm ideas for your space, Johnson says. “Have as many concept photos and designs as possible available for your first meeting, so everyone is on the same page,” he advises.
The owner of this Mesa home wanted to create an open-concept living room. “She had done specific research before she came to us, so she knew what she wanted the room to look like,” Johnson says. “This made the process much more streamlined from the start.”
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2. Keep Up the Communication
Talk with your contractor throughout the process, and don’t be afraid to ask questions, Johnson recommends. This homeowner fell in love with a triangle-shaped lot in Queen Creek, but the initial design didn’t fit on the lot. “We designed this home from scratch in a few hours sitting in front of a computer with our design team and the client,” he says. “That was the ultimate exercise in communication!”
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Talk with your contractor throughout the process, and don’t be afraid to ask questions, Johnson recommends. This homeowner fell in love with a triangle-shaped lot in Queen Creek, but the initial design didn’t fit on the lot. “We designed this home from scratch in a few hours sitting in front of a computer with our design team and the client,” he says. “That was the ultimate exercise in communication!”
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3. Know That You Can Make Changes
Make sure your contractor has a process in place to handle change orders, which allows you to alter elements of the project along the way. “Don’t be afraid to make changes if the project isn’t exactly as you visualized it,” Johnson says.
This Chandler bathroom remodel began with great ideas but needed some alterations to fit the clients’ budget and vision. “Before the construction process started,” Johnson says, “we defined what was really important for them to do in the space, and changed out a number of other products for more budget-friendly materials.”
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More: For more information on Dan Johnson and examples of his work, visit Nu Wavz Homes’ Houzz profile.
This story was written by the Houzz Sponsored Content team.
Make sure your contractor has a process in place to handle change orders, which allows you to alter elements of the project along the way. “Don’t be afraid to make changes if the project isn’t exactly as you visualized it,” Johnson says.
This Chandler bathroom remodel began with great ideas but needed some alterations to fit the clients’ budget and vision. “Before the construction process started,” Johnson says, “we defined what was really important for them to do in the space, and changed out a number of other products for more budget-friendly materials.”
See more of this project
More: For more information on Dan Johnson and examples of his work, visit Nu Wavz Homes’ Houzz profile.
This story was written by the Houzz Sponsored Content team.
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