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SERVICE OVERVIEW

Don’t settle for a space that doesn’t reflect your style and needs. Pencils Remodeling & Handyman is here to help you transform your interior into your dream space! Whether you’re planning a complete renovation or just some minor cosmetic changes, our team of experts is ready to deliver top-quality results.

Don’t wait any longer to create the perfect environment for your home or business. We are proud to serve clients throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey, and we can’t wait to show you how our tools, skills, and talent can enhance your space. Contact us today and let’s get started on your interior renovation project!

Pencils Remodeling & Handyman has proven results for setting exceptional standards in cost control, planning, scheduling, and project safety. We have the experience that gives us a competitive advantage over others in our field.

Interior Renovation Design & Build Phases in a Nutshell

In-Home Consultation: The IHC fee ($89.95) will be credited towards the project if hired.

In-Home Consultation:

Meet at the project site
Discuss the project with all decision makers present Review project goals and priorities
Determine if PR&HM can fulfill start / completion date Establish preliminary budget range
Understand PR&HM’s project process Sign Design Agreement / Letter of Intent
Collect Retainer Fee (+/- 10% - 15%) of budget Proceed to phase 1 & 2

PHASE 01

PRELIMINARY DESIGN

Document Existing Condition of the House
Measure / photograph / video the space Perform preliminary check of the existing mechanical and structural systems
EPA's Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule (RRP Rule)
Procedures to determine if lead base paint is present (if applicable)
Draw Existing House Plans
A layout of your existing floor plan
Check Restrictions
Zoning Neighborhood / HOA easements
Explore Design Options
Size and shape of the new space Budget options / Circulation / layout ideas
Develop Preliminary Concepts
Floor plans / Perspectives Exterior Elevations (if applicable)
Develop Preliminary Budgets
Based on proposed design options
Design Meeting with Client
Discuss / review all of the above items

PHASE 02

DETAILED PLANNING

Refine Design
Size / locations of rooms / Window / door locations Plan / elevation adjustments / Kitchen & bath details (if applicable) / Exterior refinements (if applicable)
On-site Review/Walk-through
All involved parties including Trade Specialists
Assist with Material Selections
Material selections, cabinets, tile, counter-tops, etc.
Review Client Meetings
Review progress and make necessary adjustments
Develop Detailed Drawings
1/4″ floor plans / elevations Detailed kitchen / bath plans (if applicable)
Agreement Documents
Fixed price amount / Schedule of payment draws Start / completion dates / Collect deposit

PHASE 03

CONSTRUCTION

Permits
Permit drawings developed Permits obtained by PR&HM
Forecast/ Flowchart
Start / completion dates Progression of activities
Pre-Construction Meeting; Weekly Meeting with Contractor
Clear communication / Review progress Collect payment draws
Project Management
Thorough dust protection / Order / receive materials Lead carpenter on site / Coordinate Trade Specialists / inspections
Final Walk-through
Review any unfinished details
Warranty coverage
1 - 5 YEAR WORKMANSHIP / BUILDING MATERIALS SYSTEMS WARRANTY COVERAGE

WHY CHOOSE US

At Pencils Remodeling & Handyman, we believe in offering our customers top value. No matter the scope of your renovation project or the size of your budget, we pledge to give your space our full and undivided attention. We provide professional renovation and installation services with a real focus on customer satisfaction.

  • Financial Responsibility to Our Clients
  • Superior Quality and Craftsmanship
  • Quality and Value to the Projects We Deliver
  • Highest Standards in Cost Control
  • On Time and on Budget
  • Real Focus on Customer Satisfaction

POPULAR QUESTIONS

  • The interior of my home is lacking; where do I start?

    Working on your house, regardless of the reason behind it, is dependent upon careful planning and consideration of all the many variables that can make a person adore their house and regard it as their home. If you do it right, it will greatly increase the resale value of your home without costing you an arm and a leg. Good designing and the careful building will keep your project under control.

  • I want to expand my bedroom; can this be done?

    We start and end our day in the bedroom. Your bedroom should be the most relaxing room in your home. Accessories, lighting, flooring, walls, and your color palette should conspire together to bring you sweet dreams.

    If you have a small, uncomfortable bedroom, you are likely to want a bedroom remodel. It’s a good idea to plan your use of your space carefully. You may think you are just remodeling a bedroom, but it could be that the room will be for more than just sleeping. Will you ever use it as an office or a den? You can determine what you need by thinking about how you plan to use the area.

    The first thing you should do is decide how you will use the space. Next, think about the ambiance. Will you want special lighting, a fireplace, unusual trim, and/or molding? Once you have these thoughts in mind, make a plan to use all of your space well.

  • I already have a livingroom, should I invest in a family room?

    Your home is where you reside and where you have your loved ones all around you; for many families, the family room is the most important in the house! This area is truly relaxing and a great place for entertaining, dining, relaxing with friends, or having family time.

    Your space will be functional and fulfill your needs if good design planning takes place. Family rooms and recreational rooms can be fashionable and provide areas where every family member can find activities to participate. Your flooring should be nice to walk on in your bare feet and should not pose any hazards to children playing on it. Your seating should have a focal point such as a fireplace or entertainment center. Your furniture arrangement should make the room comfortable for your family.

  • What are the benefits of a finished basement?

    The good things about having a finished basement are many. Realtors say that the 3 renovations that most increase the value of a home are kitchen, bathroom, and basement. When you remodel your basement professionally, you can expect an increase in the resale value of 20 to 115 percent. Just remember that this only applies to basements that have been refinished professionally. If not done professionally, a finished basement can detract from the value of a home.

    When you move something into the basement (e.g., playroom, home office, entertainment center, family room), you will find you have more space in the main part of the house for a bigger kitchen or a guest room or some other bigger and better improvement that you hadn’t thought of before. Naturally, if your home is not presently set up to have an extra family room or office, such a room can be added to your basement for a very reasonable price.

    The entire house can be quieter and stress-free if you put an entertainment center, exercise room, game room, or other activity room in your home. On the other hand, a den, sauna, or whirlpool can be built into the basement of a home to provide a peaceful place to relax from daily routine and mundane tasks.

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