Scope of Work: The Foundation of a Successful Rehab
“The scope of work is bigger than anybody understands, If you don’t get it right, your project will go off the rails.”
A detailed, clear scope of work ensures that contractors know exactly what needs to be done and eliminates any “I thought it would look better this way” surprises. Here’s what Ray emphasizes when creating a scope of work:
✔ List Everything: Every task, material, and finish should be outlined in detail. “If you don’t specify the grout color, don’t be surprised when your contractor picks something crazy.”
✔ Time Estimates: Define how long each part of the project should take. If a job should take 45 minutes, and your contractor thinks it’s a full-day job, that’s a red flag.
✔ Material Costs: Have a rough estimate of what things should cost. This keeps contractors from overcharging or underbidding and bailing out halfway through.
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