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Expert: - 7/17/2006


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we are planning on adding on a master suite addition to our existing house, but i don't know where to begin.  do we go to an architect for plans.  we have ideas on what we want, but don't know what to do next.  i don't just want to 'hire a remodeling contractor.  Thank you for your help.

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you have two choices.  Go to an architect (or designer) or go to a Design-Builder.  If you have a very custom design in mind I would go to an architect.  However, if you are looking to save money and get a good job you might start with looking for a builder that either offers design or can direct you to an architect that does that kind of work.  Whomwever you chose get references on similar work they have done and check the references.

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Dominic J. Maltese, Jr.

Expertise

Construction industry related questions. Issues on construction, careers in construction, marketing construction, starting a construction company, cost estimating. These are a few examples.

Experience

Twenty seven years as a general contractor (15 as a construction manager and design-builder).

Organizations
Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) - Detroit Chapter (President in 1999), American Society of Professional Estimators - Detroit Chapter (President in 1994-95), Construction Association of Michigan, National Home Builders Association.

Publications
Estimator - the magazine for American Society of Profession Estimators, also, the Detroit Chapter of AGC magazine.

Education/Credentials
Associate of Science in Construction Technology, Instructor for STP classes (Superintendents Training) for AGC, lecturer at University of Detroit School of Architecture on Cost Estimating.

Awards and Honors
1998 Franklin award for one of Michigan's best run family businesses, Yearly Safety awards from AGC, Remodeling Magazine 2001 Big 50 Remodelers of the year.

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