Information & FAQ

There are many reasons to add on or remodel your existing home rather than build new. Whether you are adding more room or just redesigning your current space to accommodate your changing lifestyle, Complete is one stop shopping from the point you start thinking about it right thru to when you are actually moved into your new space. More often than not, home owners know what they would like to do, but don't know how to begin. With our own in house design and drafting service, Complete can take your ideas and put them to paper. We will work closely with you one on one to insure we incorporate all of your ideas into the design while making sure it stays within your budget for the project. Complete will also check with your town's specific zoning requirements to be sure that what you are trying to do is permissible.

Complete Development differentiates itself from other general contractors. We provide to you a detailed, professional proposal for your project. We know that consumers are fearful of hiring the wrong contractor'will they be professional and build it right? Will they do it in a reasonable amount of time? Will they come in on budget? In addition to these concerns, the following is consistent feedback we have heard from our clients who interviewed other builders before hiring Complete to do the job:

  • Simplistic estimates and vague proposals
  • Trying to contact a general contractor and actually receive a phone call back was unusual
  • Lack of customer service from the general contractor
  • Lack of customer involvement throughout the process

    • Realizing that these are areas that we have excelled in, we have built our reputation by making these issues part of our core values. Complete offers home owners the reassurance that we will stand behind what we build. Some of the things you can expect when you place your first call to Complete are the following:

  • You can expect that you will receive a phone call back within 24 hours regarding your inquiry. A member of the Complete team will find out what you are interested in accomplishing, and set a date and time to meet with you in person to go over your project ideas and budget.

  • Once you have met with a member of our staff, a custom, detailed proposal will be prepared including a description of the project, a project schedule, a copy of a contract outlining the payment schedule and milestones of the project, and (if applicable) a first draft of a computer aided drawing (CAD) showing you what your ideas will look like on paper. Once you have decided to move forward and engage our services, CDC will investigate your lot with the town for specific zoning and building guidelines, and progress to the design phase of the contract -right in our office.

  • You can expect to remain very involved throughout the project, being able to control costs by making decisions as the project progresses and to be sure that the budget remains in tact as a result of your decisions.

  • You can expect to be treated up front, honestly, and respectfully at all times throughout the process.

  • You can expect that we are reachable for any questions, and you can expect we will get back to you in a timely fashion.

    • Frequently Asked Questions & Answers

    Q: I am thinking of putting an addition on to my home and remodeling some of the interior. How do I begin?

    A: Great! You have decided to expand your home, and have an overwhelming amount of questions swimming through your head. The first thing you should determine is: What is the ultimate goal of your project and how it will enhance your home to accommodate your family lifestyle. The second thing you will need to determine is how much money you have available to budget for the project. At this point, you can make an appointment with Complete to come out to your home and evaluate what you have in mind.

    Q: How far in advance should I be booking my project?

    A: All projects vary in size and complexity. Weather, current schedules, and obtaining the building permit will play a large part in when your project can commence. Most often, booking your project 3 months in advance of when you would like it to begin will provide ample time to accomplish the contract, design, and permitting phase of the project.

    Q: How long does construction take from the design process to the final completion?

    A: Although all projects vary in size and complexity, it is important to realize the time involved in the design phase, permitting, and then actual commencement of construction thru to completion. Specific time lines are difficult to assess before knowing if your project will require special permitting or extensive design input. Typically, special permitting can take anywhere from 90 to 180 days thru the town departments, depending on the issues at hand. Actual construction can be estimated at about 120 days from the time a foundation is in place. Again, until the scope of your specific project is determined, these timeframes can only be used as a general guideline.

    Q: What kind of warranty do you offer on your completed work?

    A: All work completed by CDC or its subcontractors hold a warranty for one full year upon the completion of the project. Some items are covered direct by the manufacturer's warranty (such as cabinetry, appliances, roof shingles etc) and some of these are for longer periods of time.

    Q: I have wetlands abutting my property. What and who do I need to see before starting my project? How much time is typically needed for permitting with these conditions?

    A: Wetlands add a second layer of permitting work to be done before a building permit can be obtained for any construction project on your home. CDC has extensive experience in working on properties which have wetlands, and can handle this task on your behalf. A definitive project design and details must be submitted to the town describing the scope of the project. These details will be placed on the agenda at town meetings to define the issues associated with the alteration of the existing structure, and a new order of conditions will need to be issued prior to any construction permits being granted. It can take a minimum of 60 days but depending on the specifics of the project, this phase could take up to 120+ days.

    Q: I have a nonconforming lot based on today's zoning requirements. If I want to add on to my house, what is required?

    A: Nonconforming lots add a second layer of permitting work to be done before a building permit can be obtained for any construction project on your home. Some examples of a nonconforming lot are:

  • Setbacks from the road have increased since the time your home was built
  • Minimum acreage of a building lot have changed since your home was built
  • Category or type of zoning (residential, multifamily, commercial) has changed for your area of town.

    • CDC has extensive experience in working on properties which are nonconforming, and can handle this task on your behalf. A definitive project design and details must be submitted to the town describing the scope of the project. These details will be placed on the agenda at town meetings to define the issues associated with the alteration of the existing structure. The size and scope of the project and the type of nonconformity that is present, can ultimately affect the issuance of the building permit. This process typically will take a minimum of 60 days, but could take as long as 120+ days.