Construction Consulting

Construction advising that helps homeowners and small developers move projects forward with fewer surprises.

From $120 per hour, this construction consulting service helps you review budgets, clarify scopes, compare bids, and coordinate with trades before and during residential projects.

Highlights

• Pre-construction planning support for additions, ADUs, remodels, and site work.
• Clear explanations of permit paths, code considerations, and common pitfalls.
• Side-by-side bid comparisons so you understand what is included and what is not.
• Schedule and subcontractor coordination advice informed by field experience.

Packages and starting prices

• Single-site or plan review visit with follow-up notes: typically 1 to 2 hours.
• Pre-construction planning block for a new project: custom scope starting around $480.
• Ongoing owner representation or heck-in support: available as a day rate or retainer.

Prices listed are starting points for a single household project. Larger or multi-phase projects can be quoted as structured consulting packages.

What is included

• On-site review and walk-through when appropriate, or plan review by video call.
• Written scope notes outlining risks, assumptions, and recommended next steps.
• Support interpreting contractor bids and change orders in plain language.
• High-level schedule and sequencing guidance to reduce downtime and rework.

Add-ons

• Additional site visits at key milestones (pre-pour, framing, rough-in, etc.).
• Coordination with design professionals, engineers, or specialty subcontractors.
• Photo and video progress updates for out-of-area owners.

Service area

Field-based consulting is focused on San Jose, Santa Clara, Mountain View, and nearby cities, including Willow Glen, Evergreen, and surrounding South Bay communities. Travel to other Bay Area locations, such as Palo Alto or Los Altos, is available by quote. Remote consulting via video is available for certain topics.

How booking works

1. Select a consulting option that fits your project stage and add it to your cart, or request a custom scope.
2. At checkout, describe your project, share any existing plans or permits, and note your preferred visit dates or times for a call.
3. Within one business day we review your information, confirm scope and pricing, and schedule your first session or site visit.
4. After each engagement,, you receive written notes summarizing key findings, decisions, and next steps.

Notes and policies

• Minimum booking is typically one hour of consulting time.
• This service provides advisory support and does not replace stamped structural, architectural, or engineering documents where required.
• Permits, inspections, and any municipal fees are billed at cost or handled directly by the owner where applicable.
• Travel outside the core service area may include additional time or mileage charges.