FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

BEFORE WE START THE PROJECT

Effective communication is key to a successful partnership with clients available daily to address questions and ensure expectations are met.

Obtain multiple estimates and compare the estimates very carefully. Verify what's included/excluded, understand terminology, and ask clarifying questions.

Always. Contracts are designed to protect and provide peace of mind for both the client and the contractor. They're legally required for projects exceeding $1,000.

Alex Freddi Construction and its subcontractors are fully licensed, bonded and insured.

Committed to steady weekday progress, though unforeseen circumstances like material delays, weather, inspections, or scope changes may extend timelines.

Monday through Friday, 8:00AM to 5:00PM with flexibility for client convenience outside normal hours.

Yes, comprehensive list of references with every estimate plus hundreds of testimonials on Angi, Houzz, Google, and Yelp.

Yes, leveraging experience from hundreds of projects with current trend knowledge. Design partners provide professional measurements, floor plans, and detailed renderings using industry software.

Reuse, reduce, recycle! Materials removed are either reused, donated to nonprofits, or recycled whenever possible.

Offering innovative, sustainable construction practices and eco-conscious materials, without sacrificing the quality and style you desire.

Team provides vendor recommendations and showroom guidance. Established relationships with reputable providers offering cabinets, countertops, fixtures, lighting, flooring options.

Early material selection and procurement essential. Special order lead times can vary significantly, often extending to several weeks or even months. Ideally all materials delivered before demolition begins.

Strive for accuracy; unforeseen circumstances, such as hidden damage, can occasionally occur. Post-demolition inspections communicate potential surprises. Out-of-scope changes invoiced via time-and-materials method with labor rates outlined in contract.

A small, non-refundable retainer fee is required upon contract approval. Detailed progress schedule in contract; final payment due at substantial completion.

Crews clean up at the end of each day, leaving the job site safe and clean. Precautions limit dust and noise.

Prioritize safety measures throughout your project. Asbestos testing for pre-2004 homes and lead paint testing for pre-1978 homes conducted. Construction zones off-limits to family.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

DURING THE PROJECT

A typical full bathroom remodel takes three to six weeks. A typical full kitchen remodel five to eight weeks, depending on size.

Some clients choose to leave a key for access. We completely respect your comfort level, and will work with your preferred method of entry.

A dedicated Project Manager who oversees everything. Handles scheduling, crew management, procurement, troubleshooting. Owner Alex reachable at (503) 484-5243 or email.

Open communication is key throughout the project. Team collaboratively assesses impact on cost and timeline while keeping clients informed.

Occasionally hidden issues like dry rot, previous work code issues, pest, etc emerge. Team discusses solutions and cost adjustments before proceeding.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

AFTER THE PROJECT

One-year Standard Construction Warranty on our labor for all projects. Committed to building projects providing long-lasting value.