Are quartz counter tops better than granite?

You’ll be fine with either one. For many years quartz was much more expensive than granite and the selections where limited, but in the last few years there are many more quartz options available and the prices have come down as demand has risen.

How much will my kitchen remodeling project cost?

This varies greatly by project. A full kitchen remodel including appliances generally starts around $60,000.00 and could range to over $200,000.00. Most kitchens in eastern Massachusetts range from $60,000.00 to $150,000.00

How much will my bathroom remodeling project cost?

This varies greatly by project. A full half bath remodel usually costs between $9,000.00 and $15,000.00. A family bath with a tub, vanity, and toilet usually starts between $25,000.00 and $30,000.00.

What is Design Build?

Design Build is a process in which one company handles all project budgeting, planning, design and construction. This preferred method of home improvement works since blueprints and designs from architects are expensive and add months to the process.

How much will a master suite addition cost?

This varies greatly by project and homestyle. A local, reputable design build firm will be able to help you determine a budget and also design and build your addition.

How much will a family room addition cost?

This varies greatly by project and homestyle. A local, reputable design build firm will be able to help you determine a budget and also design and build your addition.

How much does a finished basement cost?

This varies greatly by project and homestyle. A local, reputable design build firm will be able to help you determine a budget and also design and finish your basement.

Consulting Services – Masters Touch Design Build

The Masters Touch Design Build team brings many years of experience to the table. We leverage that experience to offer a variety of expert consulting services. Whether you need an assessment of a potential property and/or your existing home, or guidance with an insurance claim, we can help. Here’s a list of available services. Payments for consulting services are non-refundable and are to cover time required to assess and provide professional recommendations and budgets.

Should we Move or Improve?

Many of our clients struggle with the decision, “Should I move or improve?” It’s hard to know the potential of your home, what it might cost, and compare that to new or existing homes for sale. Most families love the neighborhood they live in and they don’t want to move, so a home renovation is likely the best option. But what about cost? Move or Improve includes a 60 to 90 minute meeting at your home to discuss ideas and concepts, and a professional recommendation of scope and budget range emailed to you. We will also provide details of the Masters Touch Design Build process and the next steps should you decide to improve your existing home. $350.00 due at time of first meeting.

Full Home Assessment

You’ve decided you are NOT moving under any circumstances, but you have no idea how to approach a major home renovation project. How do you approach a bank or other financing institution? Should you build an addition, add a second floor, add a garage, finish the basement? What will all this cost and what makes sense to invest in your home, based on similar homes in the neighborhood? Do you hire an architect and then find a contractor and hope for the best on budget, or do we collaborate with a design build firm? The experts at Masters Touch can help you with all of this. Full Home Assessment includes a 60 to 90 minute meeting at your home to discuss ideas and concepts, and a professional recommendation of scope and budget range emailed to you. We will also provide details of the Masters Touch Design Build process and next the steps to help you prepare for your project. Many clients upgrade to a feasibility study after receiving a preliminary home assessment. $350.00 due at time of first meeting.

Feasibility Study with Sketches & Budget

Masters Touch Design-Build will conduct an on-site meeting to assess the possibilities of expanding and/or remodeling your home and sketch out a rough plan as a starting point for budget development. We will present a project recommendation with the sketches and a budget via email and follow up with a phone call to review. The client will own the rough sketches. If you decide to move forward with the project, we will roll the estimated budget into a formal project development agreement to begin the design-build process. Fees range from $2,500.00 to $5,000.00 depending on the size and scope of the project.

Property or Land Assessment

If you are considering purchasing a home and want a professional recommendation of scope and cost for improvements, our experts can help. A property assessment includes a 60 to 90 minute meeting at the home you are considering to discuss ideas and concepts for improvements, and a professional recommendation of scope and budget range emailed to you. If you are considering purchasing land to build your dream home, we can meet you at the property to evaluate the viability and level of difficulty of a new home build. We’ll also email you a professional recommendation of budget to design and build your dream home. $350.00 due at time of first meeting.

Project Quote From Blueprints or Other Designs

If you’ve already hired an architect or kitchen designer and would like budgets or quotes from their designs and specifications, we offer a variety of options:

Preliminary opinion of cost – Home visit, review plans, ball park within 20% – $350.00
Rough project quote – Home visit, review plans, quote within 10%, allowances listed – $1,000.00
Refined project quote – Multiple home visits, sub trades visit job, careful assessment of
all plans and specs, obtain quotes on materials, fixed price quote on project – $4,500.00

Insurance Quotes

If you’ve experienced a flood, fire, or other home damage, you’ll be dealing with your insurance company—a potentially unpleasant experience. Your insurance company will generally provide a price to return your home to the state it was in before the damage, and it’s usually too low. You may opt to hire a professional independent adjuster and often we recommend this. In addition, however, you’ll want a professionally written scope of work and quote from a reputable contractor. An insurance quote includes a thorough home assessment, review of your insurance company’s scope and budget, and a professional written scope and budget to complete the project. Fees range from $350.00 to $750.00 depending on the size and scope of the project.