Do You Require a Deposit, and How Do Payments Work?

Yes, and like most quality remodelers, we structure payments in a clear, milestone-based way that is laid out in your contract before any work begins. Understanding how payments work removes one of the common uncertainties of a remodel, so here is how we approach it.

A project begins with a deposit, typically around 40%. This is standard practice in remodeling and serves a concrete purpose: it secures your place in our schedule and allows us to order materials and mobilize the team so your project can begin. Remodels require significant up-front purchasing of materials and coordination of trades, and the deposit funds that initial commitment.

From there, the remaining balance is structured as a series of progress payments, or draws, tied to defined project milestones. In other words, you pay for work as it is completed and phases are reached, not all at once and not entirely up front. This milestone structure protects you, because payments track actual progress, and it keeps the project moving smoothly. The full schedule, how much is due and at which milestones, is spelled out clearly in your contract, so you always know what to expect.

This transparency around payments is part of the same principle that guides our itemized estimates: no surprises, no hidden terms, everything clear and agreed up front. You will never be caught off guard by a payment demand you did not anticipate, because it was all defined before the project started.

We are also glad to discuss financing options and phased budgets if that helps you plan. Some homeowners prefer to phase a larger project across stages to manage cash flow, and we can structure a plan that fits your finances while keeping the overall result cohesive.

If you have questions about the deposit, the payment schedule, or how it would apply to your specific project, we are happy to walk you through it in plain terms during your consultation, before you commit to anything. Contact us at (425) 405-0147 or request an estimate to get started, and you can also read how our full remodeling process works.