RESIDENTIAL CONTRACTOR NAPLES

As Naples residential contractors, Carlson Harris’s negotiated contracts ideally begin well before construction and create an open, fair, complete relationship…a partnership. A percentage fee is agreed upon, a contract is written, an estimated budget follows based on preliminary drawings. Refinement of the plans and specifications are made to fit the project budget and objectives. This involvement is where partnering creates time and cost savings.

Carlson Harris participating in the pre-construction phase applies practical experience to the process. Virtually every critical problem can be solved before construction begins. Our extensive knowledge of building systems and their associated costs helps to determine the best methods for achieving the project’s architectural, engineering and budgetary objectives. This involvement is where partnering creates time and cost savings.

Naples residential contractors Carlson Harris obtains proposals from multiple trade contractors and suppliers in each division of work to ensure the best value and quality. Carlson Harris’s expertise is used to evaluate the proposals for cost of materials and labor, thoroughness and consistency with products and procedures appropriate for Southwest Florida. Proposals are reviewed by the entire team for selection. This involvement is where partnering creates time and cost savings.

Carlson Harris puts their “in-the-field” experience to work in the construction phase. Through consistent monitoring, Carlson Harris is alerted to any potential difficulties and accordingly has the ability to make adjustments as required to maintain the project objectives. This involvement is where partnering creates time and cost savings.

Carlson Harris operates with a team philosophy of open communication with the owner and architect in all areas including cost accounting, scheduling and trade contractor selection. This technique keeps the owner and architect totally involved, allowing all team members to fulfill their vital role as active members.

Carlson Harris is not a large corporate general contractor, thus your project will receive direct, specific and consistent attention from the principals. Expect your project to be handled professionally and expeditiously, making the entire process enjoyable and the final result one of which we all will be proud.

OUR ONLY PRODUCT IS QUALITY SERVICE!

1. Pre-construction
   1. Preliminary construction budgeting
   2. Trade contractor bids
   3. Value engineering
   4. Permitting
2. Scheduling
   1. Preliminary project scheduling
   2. Critical daily schedule
   3. Owner equipment, if applicable
3. Trade Contractor Bidding
   1. Invite qualified bidders
   2. Monitor bid process
   3. Bid summary analysis
   4. Establish appropriate allowances
   5. Issue and monitor addendum
4. Trade Contractor Selection
   1. Bid evaluation
   2. Value engineering
   3. Prepare all contracts
   4. Establish cost accounting
5. Open Book Record Keeping
   1. Budget sheets
   2. Cost accounting program
      1. Job cost
      2. Lien release file
   3. Visible paper trail
6. Construction Services
   1. Project site leadership
   2. Weekly meeting with subs & owner
   3. Create, monitor, expedite schedule
   4. Quality control
   5. Safety & jobsite cleanliness
   6. Maintain communication

At the close of every job, Carlson Harris assembles a binder to be provided to the owner, containing the following:

• One year warranty from Carlson Harris
• Specific product warranties
• Any special warranties from the trade contractors
• All maintenance manuals
• A list of all trade contractors and phone numbers
• As-built drawing
• Survey
• Copy of last requisition with cost breakdown by division
• Statement from Carlson Harris that after the one year warranty expires, if a problem arises, we should be called first to:
  1. Examine the problem
  2. Determine if the item has warranty or recourse
  3. Assure correction of the problem in a cost-effective and timely manner.

We will always continue to respond immediately to the needs of our past clients and maintain your trust and confidence in our continued relationship.

Carlson Harris has always depended on satisfied clients for referrals.

Below is a sampling of some of our completed homes and renovations.

You are welcome to call for references.