FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Each job must be priced based on material choices and the estimated time it will take to complete the process. Some jobs use expensive material, but are simple and quick to complete. On other jobs the material is minimal, but may require a long, laborious processes. I like to be fair and only charge for what I'm actually doing. After our design consultation, I can carefully lay out the job, create an initial rough drawing, estimate material, and break down into individual jobs. Then I'll estimate how long each part will take, add it all up, and arrive at a price that is fair for all. The price will not change unless we make major design or material changes.
- What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
You should have a relatively good idea of what you're looking for, and be able to describe it in a few words (IE: 60 inch bathroom vanity). Get together any images, videos or drawings that illustrate desired design details (function, specs, material, joinery, finish). Next, set up a design-consultation by phone. This gives us a chance to fine tune your ideas. I then create an initial design and provide you with a rough drawing, price and time estimate. You either okay the design and pricing, or we can make changes. Here are some design options to get you thinking. 1) FUNCTION: Desk, Vanity, TV Stand, Dining Table, End Table, Night Stand, Wardrobe, Dresser 2) SPECS: Size, Drawers, Doors, Legs, Top 3) MATERIAL: Hardwood*, Plywood 4) JOINERY: Traditional*, Modern 5) FINISH: Color, Sheen / *Please note, traditional joinery using select hardwoods, will result in a finer piece at a higher price point
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I'm a self taught wood worker who's been at it for over 20 years. See my gallery to view some of my work. I'm also a retired New York City fire captain, who has a deep knowledge of construction of all kinds.