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Helix manages submitting and pulling permits, you will be informed as we move through the process. A designer or architect will provide appropriate plans to submit for the permit/s needed.

We do not charge for estimates.

This is dependent on the scope of your home remodeling project. There will likely be some brief interruption to utilities, but we will always give you advance warning so that you can plan accordingly.

In our experience, most of renovation stress is due to unclear expectations. We work to limit stress by mapping the process as clearly as possible. You’ll know what decisions need to be made when, have a detailed invoice of your costs, and know clearly what our contract policies are. You’ll can also contact your contractor when you need guidance or clarification. As we guide your project, we consider it our job to keep you feeling in control and excited about its progress.

This can be a tricky question, but we always advise our customers to set aside additional funds beyond the anticipated cost. Unforeseen issues, including unlevel floors, outdated wiring, and rotting wood can result in additional costs beyond those outlined in the proposal. We always try to limit these expenses and predict these problem areas well in advance. However, issues can arise beyond our control that needs our immediate attention, we did not build the house. No matter what may happen, our team will do everything we can to “make it right.”

Because we're a small team with low overhead, we're able to offer competitive pricing without sacrificing quality. All projects are different based on the scope and materials, which is why the first step is to consult with you! We recommend having a 5-10% contingency budget prepared on top of your initial estimate cost. Renovations almost never proceed without challenges unveiled or changes desired by the client as we are uncovering pre-existing work. Having a contingency budget prepared will better help you move smoothly through the project.

Contact us! We are committed to your home looking exactly how you envision it. If you decide you want to change something, we are happy to work with you to have that happen. Communication, change orders, and updates are common with any remodel.

We manage a variety of different renovation types — from kitchen and bath remodels, single room modifications and larger-scale/whole house renovations. We work on 100+ year old homes as well as brand new homes. We are not new home builders. Every project is treated with the same level of importance because our goal is to always have you 100% satisfied with your project.

Yes! Construction is inherently noisy. Noise happens at varying levels throughout the home renovation process. If you plan to live in your home it can certainly be a challenge for some.

Your Helix general contractor will be your single point of contact throughout the remodel. They will be on-site most days and will provide you with a digital portal where you will receive progress reports.

We strongly recommend that homes remain unoccupied during construction. We only accept unoccupied projects for larger projects. For smaller projects, we will consult with you so you know what to expect.

Following our initial walk through, you will receive an estimate and a projected timeline. The duration of your project depends on multiple aspects including size of the renovation, scope of work, materials/finishes used, and (most importantly) any changes or additions to the project along the way. We will provide a projected schedule before work begins and regular progress updates throughout the build.

Project start dates vary due to a variety of factors including design/layout planning, size of the project, number of permits being issued, and availability of all necessary trades. We will be able to provide a more definitive answer upon the delivery of your personalized estimate and your finalized plan set.

Construction is inherently dusty and dirty. Dust and dirt will occur at varying levels throughout the entire home renovation process. We do our very best to seal off the rest of the house during the renovation process, however, dust travels and it’s impossible to prevent it from spreading. If you are planning to live at home during the renovation, we suggest scheduling cleanings throughout the project and a construction clean at project completion (we will book these with your approval).

Upon signing of the contract, we collect 20% of the project total as a down payment. In the contract, a progress payment schedule is part of our agreement. Payments are made in stages as your renovation project reaches critical milestones.

No. Although we work with many designers, we focus mainly on construction. If you are interested in working with a designer, please reach out to us and we can happily provide you with some recommendations.

We are fully insured and happy to provide proof of insurance upon request.