Where to Start:
Blueprints or Estimate?
When you’re planning a construction or renovation project, the first question is always the same:
Do you need blueprints, or should you start with an estimate?
Here’s the simple answer:
If you’re sure the project is going forward, start with blueprints.
That’s the smartest move you can make. Blueprints allow every contractor to bid on the exact same plan, so the pricing you receive is accurate and consistent.
If you’re sure the project is going forward, start with blueprints.
That’s the smartest move you can make. Blueprints allow every contractor to bid on the exact same plan, so the pricing you receive is accurate and consistent.
Why this matters:
If you plan to move forward but request estimates before the blueprints are ready, each contractor has to guess—and most will overestimate to cover unknowns.
Once the blueprints are finished, those numbers rarely come down.
In other words, getting the blueprints first can actually save you money.
At Daytona Beach Contractor, we’ll guide you through whichever step makes the most sense for your situation—so you make informed decisions from day one.
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