Ted at Ward Winning homes has been our only contractor that we have called back to complete multiple jobs in our home. Our first project was during the pandemic, so I was home all the time. Normally, that would be stressful, but Ted’s organization and overall timeliness with all of our projects made construction less stressful, and it was a prime reason we had him come back after our initial kitchen renovation. Additionally, his attention to detail matters - like when the wood floors had just been stained, he came to review the job, was not satisfied with the workmanship, and had the team re-do it. Quite frankly, that attention and care was very much appreciated by homeowners like us who don’t always know what to look for in a completed job. Ted’s team was always reliable, friendly, never obtrusive. Ted’s organization and attention detail, combined with his reliability makes him the contractor that we make sure to recommend to friends and use for new projects for ourselves as they come up.
Our Process
Our Home Remodeling Process
We specialize in complex remodeling projects. Construction has a lot of moving parts, so we plan carefully and communicate constantly. Here’s how a project with Ward Winning Homes works, start to finish.
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Let’s Talk
We get acquainted and see if we’re a good fit. We ask a lot of questions to understand your vision and priorities, talk through your budget and the options that fit it, and cover timelines, roles and what you can expect from us.
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Pre-Construction Services Agreement (PSA)
Before a Construction Contract, we complete a Pre-Construction process. Our interior designer works with you on every selection and we create floor plans and detailed plans. We apply our Ward Winning Standards to your home and deliver a clear project plan, schedule and guaranteed price (barring unforeseen conditions). Occasionally some demolition and discovery work is needed to guarantee the price. The PSA keeps change orders to a minimum, does not obligate you to a Construction Contract, and you own the plan it produces.
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Project Development
With the PSA work in hand, we meet to talk through the project and take the time you need to feel confident. We review the scope of work, project plan, progress payments, timelines and coordination, and agree on how we’ll communicate.
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The Construction Contract
You’ve approved the design, and we provide a guaranteed price for your project. You meet your dedicated project manager and know everyone involved from start to finish. We sign the Contract and schedule production.
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Project Management
Your project manager handles all scheduling, oversight and coordination, and works from a schedule so you always know what’s happening next. We protect your home with dust barriers and floor protection, leave the work area broom-clean every day, and keep you up to date on progress and any unforeseen issues. Every key step is photographed before it’s covered.
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Changes Along the Way
If you want to change something once construction starts, we’ll price it and show you the schedule impact in a written change order. No change work begins until you approve it, so there are never surprises on your final invoice.
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Project Completion
We inspect the jobsite to make sure the craftsmanship held throughout, hold a final review meeting to answer any operational questions, and do a final clean-up. You receive your Build Record: the photo log, test results, permits and product specifications for your new space.
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Warranty
You’re covered by our one-year craftsmanship warranty. We visit your home before it expires, if needed, to address any seasonal shifts in new construction materials.
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Ted, Miranda and Peter were excellent to work with. They were very communicative, easy to get a hold of and willing to make adjustments as our kitchen remodel progressed. Highly recommend contacting Ward Winning Homes if you're in the market for a home project.
We are absolutely thrilled with our kitchen remodel! Ted was great to work with, communication was excellent, and everyone that entered our home was respectful of our space. We waited a long time to take on this project, and couldn't be happier with the results. Highly recommend Ward Winning Homes and look forward to partnering with them again in the future.