The spread of COVID-19 and the recent Stay-at-Home order extension has many people working from home for a while. As you’re spending more time at home, you begin to notice all the things wrong with your house! You’d probably like to use this extra time to make some headway on your home improvement projects, but, you also don’t want a bunch of people coming to your home and potentially spreading germs.
So what’s the solution?
Book a virtual appointment!
What is a virtual home remodeling appointment?
It’s an appointment that we set up with our team to help you figure out your design, measurements, and budget without coming to your home! We will use phone calls, video conferencing, and email to figure out the feasibility of your project.
I’m going to give you 5 reasons why I think right now is a great time to sign up for a virtual appointment!
1: You are bored and need something to do!
This is probably my weakest argument, but it is true! I have friends that are going crazy sitting at home and we have at least 30 more days of this! What better way to get some things done around the house while you actually have the time and energy to do it! Take advantage of this opportunity to be productive and increase the value of your home.
2: The “planning” portion of the remodel process is longer than you realize.
Did you know it can take up to two months to design, make selections, and plan for a kitchen remodel. Then, it could take up to 8 weeks to order cabinetry for the job. That puts the first day of construction in August if you started today! From there, plan a month or two for your remodel to be completed. That puts your kitchen finishing with a month or so to spare for Thanksgiving! So if you’re wanting to host a holiday dinner this year, you should schedule a virtual appointment today!
3: You’re stuck at home with extra time to make all the selections involved in a remodel.
A remodeling project requires many decisions that take time to discuss and decide on. Even when we think all the selections are made, the budget may be a little higher than anticipated and we have to revise – this takes time and energy. Who wants to take the time after a long, hard day at the office to talk selections and budget numbers? Speaking of budgets…
4: Money is Cheap!
Home equity loan rates are incredibly low right now. We haven’t seen rates like this in years. Now is the time to leverage this and make improvements to your home!
5: You can benefit from this being a “slow time” for contractors.
I believe after this pandemic is over, there will be a rush for getting stuff done. Contractors will be busy. There will be a waiting list for good contractors! Why not get the process started now? Take advantage of the slow time and get your design and budget numbers nailed down so when this pandemic ends, you will be ready to go!
If I’ve convinced you that now is a great time to schedule a virtual appointment here is how you can do it:
- Initial Call:
> Call our office (316-260-4502) or schedule a consultation on our website. We will arrange a video conference with you to go over the details. - Information packet:
> We will send you an initial packet of things we will need during the virtual meeting so you can be prepared and make the most of your consultation. - Virtual Meeting:
> During the virtual meeting, we will discuss your needs and wants for your project, design ideas that you have, etc.
> You will walk us through your space
> We will help you give us dimensions and all the details we need - Budget:
> We will develop a ball park budget and present it back to you
> We will not pressure you in any way, but if the budget is acceptable to you, and you would like to hire Pinnacle Homes to help with your project, we will move forward with a design agreement to start creating a floor plan and renderings of the space.
> If your project does not involve design, for example, a window replacement, we would be able to give you a firm price quotation. - Design Process:
> We will be able to do most of the design without having to visit your home.
> Hopefully, by the time we are ready to make the final design selections, we will be able to meet face to face!
For more information about Pinnacle Homes, please visit our portfolio for kitchen, bathroom, basement finishing, and outdoor living space ideas! Take some time to meet our people; see if Pinnacle Homes would be a good fit for your project!
A lot of companies started doing online appointments, to stay out of contact in thees hard times, and it isnt a bad thing at all, might as well continue to do so when this all passes.
Nice article.