Residential Design and Drafting
Pricing Guide MasonWood, Charlotte NC

​​​​Introduction Phone Call

15-30 Minutes

FREE

 

MasonWood welcomes every opportunity to talk with clients. A few minutes to help make good decisions to make sure clients are headed in the right direction and how MasonWood can align client goals. 

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Design Consultation

2-Hour Pre-Construction Meeting

250.00 

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For Clients in need of professional guidance on how to proceed with the information they have without a full contract commitment. When the client would like to move forward with proceeding services, this fee will be removed from the total project estimate.

 

Meetings are available to the clients preference:

• Phone Call, Facetime, Zoom, In-person Design Agreement Review 

• Payment in full for commencement

• Get on the calendar to proceed with Existing Conditions Review

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 Client to provide general project information:​

• Type of Project: New Construction, Renovation

• Project Space: Kitchen, Bath, Deck, Garage

• Scope of Work: Renovate Existing, Addition to Existing, New Construction

• Review of photographs, sketches, surveys, or existing drawings

• Identification of likely design and drafting needs

• Discussion of budget option 

• Preliminary project-planning recommendations

• Collecting field measurements is the next step to get started

 

Renovation, Addition and New Construction Projects:

• Master Bedroom, Walk-in Closet and Bath Suite

• Family-room additions

• Kitchen Renovations and Expansions

• Master Bedroom, Walk-in Closet and Bath Suite

• Mudrooms and Laundry rooms

• Second - Add a Floor Level Additions

• Sunrooms, 3-Season Rooms

• Covered Porches​

• Garages 

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Outdoor Living Projects:

• Covered Patios

• Screened Porches

• Decks

• Pergolas

• Outdoor Kitchens

• Detached Studios

• Sheds and Accessory Structures​​​

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Design Agreement and Client Approval

STEP 2

Verify scope of work, custom service requests and receive payment to get started. ​

• Phone Call, Facetime, Zoom, In-person Design Agreement Review 

• Payment in full for commencement

• Get on the calendar to proceed with Existing Conditions Review

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Existing Conditions​

STEP 3​

Collect Existing Condition information to prepare Existing Floor Plan layout. 

MasonWood works from existing site plans, previous digital drawings, hardcopy paper plans, photographs and concept images for an existing condition review. Projects vary in size but projects require the same technical documentation.

 

This is a key step into understanding the existing true scale of the project build space.

Typically a field study requires 3 hours on site to collect a full residential review.​​

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• Field measurements

• Existing Structural

• Existing Hardscape

• Storm Drainage

• Door and Windows locations

• Exterior Elevations

• Basic roof layout

• Main Mechanical Locations

• Photograph Documentation​​​

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     500 - 1,000 SF        =    1,500.0 Flat Rate

     1,000 - 2,000 SF    =    1,500 - 2,500.00 Flat Rate

     2,500+ SF                =    1.00 per SF

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DESIGN

STEP 4​​​

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• Collect Clients Concept Image for Design Style

• Design Programing

• 2D Space Planning 

• 3D Views and Walkthrough

• Door, Window

• Egress Path and Staircases

• Interior and Exterior Elevations

• Electrical Plan – Interior Receptacles and Exterior GFI Layout

• Lighting Plan – Interior and Exterior Layout with Switch Plan, Smart Lights

• Materials Selections – Windows, Doors, Fixtures, Finishes, Textiles, Wall Coverings

• Client will sign off on Materials Selection and Final Design Approval​

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     500 - 1,000 SF        =    1,500.0 Flat Rate

     1,000 - 2,000 SF    =    1,500 - 2,500.00 Flat Rate

     2,500+ SF                =    1.00 per SF

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3D DESIGN

Views and Walkthroughs 

Three-dimensional modeling helps clients visualize a project during design process  and customize elements before construction begins. A technology tool that allows the user to experience the space to explore room layouts, design styles, rooflines, door and windows placement, masonry and outdoor decks that create a 360 perspective.

 

This is a complementary review and is not an added service cost in the design review. 

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Technical Drawings Required for Building Permit

STEP 5​​​

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• Proposed Site Plan

• Existing Floor Plans

• Demolition Plans

• New Framing Plan

• Exterior Elevations

• Building Sections

• Wall Sections

• Construction Details 

• Seamless roof system design

• Engineer Stamp, coordination when required

 

 

     500 - 1,000 SF        =    1,500.0 Flat Rate

     1,000 - 2,000 SF    =    1,500 - 2,500.00 Flat Rate

     2,500+ SF                =    1.00 per SF

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Permit Process and Approval 

STEP 6​​​

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The Permit Office is reviewed by County jurisdiction and any requirements assigned will be addressed and approval within 1-3 business days, contingent on design strategy, construction methods and updating the drawing package set for resubmission.  ​

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MasonWood recommends achieving permit approval. It is in the clients best interest to identify any code surprises that may require modify framing lumber. The permit approval expires after 6 months and the fee to reactivate is under 60.00.

 

For example if we propose a  2-2x12 beam and the permit inspector requests an LVL, then the drawings would need to be revised and resubmitted.

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New Construction ​​​​​

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All new construction projects are estimated per project and do not follow the pricing guide for Renovations and Additions due the project space between 1,200 and 5,000 SF. Typically this path requires multiple design revisions and unique client requests. We do provide a fair pricing checks and balances that help keep costs in perspective and transparency. 

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Typical Addition

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From Existing Conditions, Design, Technical Drawing, Permit Submittals,

MasonWood estimates 50 hours per. Typical project schedules ranges from 4-10 weeks​​​ from concept to approved building permit. 

4,500.00 - 7,500.00​

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Kitchen Renovation​​​​​

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Existing Conditions, Framing Design, Technical Drawing, Electrical, Lighting, Millwork 

Typical project schedules ranges from 3-6 weeks​​​ from concept to approved building permit.

2,500.00 - 5,500.00​

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Covered Patio​​​​​

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One wall open on three sides. Typical project schedules ranges from 3-6 weeks​​​ from concept to approved building permit.

2,500.00 - 5,500.00​

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Materials Estimates

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​Full Structural, Foundation, Framing and Material Finishes Estimate

 

MasonWood Project

250.00 - 750.00

 

​Non- MasonWood Project

500.00 - 1,000.00

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Construction Management

 

MasonWood provides independent construction-site review and project oversight for homeowners, property owners, and developers who want an experienced set of eyes protecting their interests throughout construction.

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Our role is to help verify that the work being performed aligns with the project drawings, specifications, expected level of workmanship and percentage of work completed for payouts. We review construction progress, document site conditions, identify visible quality concerns, track unresolved items, and evaluate where stragetic planning is needed.

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Construction Site Review May Include:

• Periodic construction-site visits

• Review of visible workmanship and methods

• Comparison of field notes to construction drawings

• Review of dimensions,  concept and design intent

• Identification and photographic documentation

• Progress photography and written site reports

• Contractor and trade progress review

• Tracking of incomplete or corrective work

• Review of project milestones and scheduling

• Identification of potential coordination delays

• Review of change orders and scope changes

• Punch-list development and follow-up

• Coordination with owner, contractor and trades

• Final project walkthrough and completion review​

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Frequently Asked

Questions

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How can I get a custom quote?   

Send a message and let's get connected. 

 

Are all project the same price?

Project vary by price, project SF, complexity, existing conditions and design requirements.

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My property is out of town, can we work remotely?

Yes, I provide zoom meetings, site visits, and facetime calls to stay connected. 

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Are licensed engineer fees included?

Structural engineers, surveyors, civil engineers and architect services are not included.

 

Are permit fees included?

Building permit fees are paid directly by the Property Owner.

 

How many revisions are included?

Pricing includes (3) sets of county requested revisions. We include (3) sets of revisions as the permit reviewer could oversee an item or reflect on an item after initial review. 

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How can I get reimbursed for the Design Fees?

With construction loan to provide reimbursement of out of pocket Design Services in full.