Introduction: OC Construction & Consulting, Inc. is a design build construction firm specializing in residential and boutique commercial projects in Orange County.. Unlike your traditional company, we don’t just write estimates. We understand our client’s budget and design the project around that budget. We offer PRE CONSTRUCTION PLANNING and PERMIT MANAGEMENT which includes getting your plans underway and submitted to the building department. We also perform all of the leg work in order to secure your permits. Our DESIGN TEAM also works within the limits of the project budget to ensure maximum potential exists for the space. We work closely with our architect to help with layout and budget aspects of the plans. Once your plans are ready for city submittal, we will provide you with an accurate, line itemed estimate and project schedule. The first step to any project is misconceived by many as the estimate. In reality, it is the closest to the last step once the plans are produced so it can be written accurately based off of the plans. 1. Budget 2. Pre Construction Planning 3. Design 4. Plans 5. Estimate 6. Permits 7. Ready to build! PLEASE CONSIDER Our Other Professional Services Also … Construction Consulting With over 17 years in the industry and over 7 years as an Expert Witness in construction defect related cases, OCCC has been a strong advocate for all homeowners when it comes to hiring contractors. OCCC will perform upfront due diligence on all considered contractors on behalf of our client. Applying our knowledge of the industry and knowing what to look for, OCCC recognizes any red flags that may go unnoticed to an unsuspecting homeowner. Our initial review will include all items that can make a project start off in the right direction or go very bad, very quickly. Investing in a solid piece of mind before spending thousands of dollars on a home improvement project is much better than becoming another statistic. Some items included in our review include: • Estimate Review • Contractor Selection • License, Workers Comp Check, Insurance Verification • Project Staffing and Project Management Review • Project Schedule / Timeline • Transparent Pricing • Surveys, Inspections, Special Inspections, Testing • Allowances, Change Orders Construction Management Managing a construction project can be overwhelming to say the least. Understanding all of the moving components, inspections, schedules, etc., can be a very complicated endeavor. OCCC oversees the project to maintain costs, schedule, timeliness, budget, cleanliness and to maintain order. Hiring a professional allows our clients to maintain everyday quality of life while their project is underway. This service includes 2 site visits per week with an update to our clients through our software portal with a written log and photos. Communication is as simple as logging in from any computer. Items that require immediate attention are also red flagged for discussion as a priority. This service has been referred to as “priceless” by many who have been through a project of their own without it. Don’t allow your project to consume your life, you have more important things to do. We don’t, it’s our job!