THE BUILDING PROCESS
Step 1
Consultation
Every successful project begins with a conversation. Our initial consultation is an opportunity to get to know you, understand what you’d like to accomplish, and explore how Spyglass can help bring your vision to life.
We’ll discuss your goals, priorities, budget, and preferred timeline, along with any plans, inspiration, or ideas you’ve already gathered. We’ll also talk through the existing property or proposed building site, identify questions that may need further investigation, and learn what matters most to you about both the finished space and the building experience.
You’ll have a chance to ask questions, learn how we work, and determine whether we’re the right fit for your project. From there, we’ll outline the next steps and identify the information needed to develop a preliminary estimate, giving you a clearer path forward before committing to design or construction.
Step 2
Design and Final Estimating
Design & Final Estimating
Once you’ve reviewed your preliminary estimate and chosen to move forward with Spyglass, the next step depends on how much planning your project still needs. From here, we’ll guide you toward one of two paths: design development or final estimating.
If your project needs design work, we’ll collaborate with you and your designer, or connect you with ours, to refine the layout, clarify the scope, and select materials and finishes. This phase brings the details together while keeping your priorities and preliminary budget in focus.
If your design is complete, the scope of work is established, and your final selections are made, your project can move directly into final estimating. We’ll use those details to develop a comprehensive estimate that reflects the work involved, giving you a clear understanding of the scope and cost before moving into construction.
Once you’ve reviewed your preliminary estimate and chosen to move forward with Spyglass, the next step depends on how much planning your project still needs. From here, we’ll guide you toward one of two paths: design development or final estimating.
If your project needs design work, we’ll collaborate with you and your designer, or connect you with ours, to refine the layout, clarify the scope, and select materials and finishes. This phase brings the details together while keeping your priorities and preliminary budget in focus.
If your design is complete, the scope of work is established, and your final selections are made, your project can move directly into final estimating. We’ll use those details to develop a comprehensive estimate that reflects the work involved, giving you a clear understanding of the scope and cost before moving into construction.
Step 3
Moving Into Construction
Moving Into Construction
With your design finalized, final estimate approved, and building permit received, your project is ready to move into construction. We’ll coordinate the construction schedule, prepare for material deliveries, and organize our team and trade partners for the work ahead.
Before work begins, we’ll walk you through what to expect, including site access, work areas, and any preparations needed on your end. For remodels, we’ll also discuss how construction may affect your daily routine and how we’ll protect the portions of your home outside the project area.
Throughout construction, we’ll keep you informed about progress, upcoming milestones, and any decisions that need your attention. With careful coordination, skilled craftsmanship, and clear communication, we’ll bring the plans to life while keeping you connected to the process.
With your design finalized, final estimate approved, and building permit received, your project is ready to move into construction. We’ll coordinate the construction schedule, prepare for material deliveries, and organize our team and trade partners for the work ahead.
Before work begins, we’ll walk you through what to expect, including site access, work areas, and any preparations needed on your end. For remodels, we’ll also discuss how construction may affect your daily routine and how we’ll protect the portions of your home outside the project area.
Throughout construction, we’ll keep you informed about progress, upcoming milestones, and any decisions that need your attention. With careful coordination, skilled craftsmanship, and clear communication, we’ll bring the plans to life while keeping you connected to the process.
Step 4
Completing the project
Managing Your Project Through Completion
An efficient construction process starts with thorough preparation. We approach every project with the goal of having the scope, design, and selections settled before work begins, reducing avoidable delays and keeping construction moving with clear direction.
Communication stays central throughout the build. We use Buildertrend as our project management platform to organize schedules, budgets, selections, permits, plans, and invoicing in one place. Detailed daily logs from our field team and built-in messaging help document progress and keep project information organized and accessible.
Recurring site meetings bring the builder, designer, and homeowner together to review progress, confirm upcoming details, and address any questions or unforeseen conditions. With the major decisions already established, these meetings help maintain alignment and resolve issues promptly rather than allowing them to interrupt the flow of work.
Behind the scenes, our project management team closely coordinates subcontractors, material procurement, field crews, inspections, and scheduling. We monitor costs and progress against the approved budget and timeline, addressing potential challenges early and communicating any necessary adjustments. From the first day on site through the final details, our focus is on delivering quality work, maintaining accountability, and keeping your project on track for an on-time, on-budget finish.
An efficient construction process starts with thorough preparation. We approach every project with the goal of having the scope, design, and selections settled before work begins, reducing avoidable delays and keeping construction moving with clear direction.
Communication stays central throughout the build. We use Buildertrend as our project management platform to organize schedules, budgets, selections, permits, plans, and invoicing in one place. Detailed daily logs from our field team and built-in messaging help document progress and keep project information organized and accessible.
Recurring site meetings bring the builder, designer, and homeowner together to review progress, confirm upcoming details, and address any questions or unforeseen conditions. With the major decisions already established, these meetings help maintain alignment and resolve issues promptly rather than allowing them to interrupt the flow of work.
Behind the scenes, our project management team closely coordinates subcontractors, material procurement, field crews, inspections, and scheduling. We monitor costs and progress against the approved budget and timeline, addressing potential challenges early and communicating any necessary adjustments. From the first day on site through the final details, our focus is on delivering quality work, maintaining accountability, and keeping your project on track for an on-time, on-budget finish.
Step 5
After the Project is Complete
Our Work Is Finished. Our Care Continues.
Our commitment to your home doesn’t end when construction is complete. We stand behind our workmanship for the lifetime of your house and remain available to answer questions or address concerns about the work we’ve performed.
We offer follow-up tuneups at six months and one year after completion to check in and take care of small adjustments, such as cabinet door alignment and caulking touchups. These visits help ensure your space continues to work well as you settle in, but you never need to wait for a scheduled visit if something needs attention sooner.
Materials and products carry their own manufacturer warranties, separate from our workmanship coverage. If you’re unsure whether a concern involves our installation or a product itself, simply reach out. We’ll help you understand the next step and make things right when the issue relates to our workmanship.
Our commitment to your home doesn’t end when construction is complete. We stand behind our workmanship for the lifetime of your house and remain available to answer questions or address concerns about the work we’ve performed.
We offer follow-up tuneups at six months and one year after completion to check in and take care of small adjustments, such as cabinet door alignment and caulking touchups. These visits help ensure your space continues to work well as you settle in, but you never need to wait for a scheduled visit if something needs attention sooner.
Materials and products carry their own manufacturer warranties, separate from our workmanship coverage. If you’re unsure whether a concern involves our installation or a product itself, simply reach out. We’ll help you understand the next step and make things right when the issue relates to our workmanship.