Most homeowners choose to hire a general contractor because the sheer number of decisions involved in a project can easily lead to oversights. At LBD, we believe that educating our clients is essential. You’ve entrusted us with your project, and we want you to understand the purpose behind each step we take.

Every LBD project begins with a detailed walkthrough of the property. This is your opportunity to share your vision and goals for the build. During this phase, we focus on listening—gathering measurements for takeoffs, discussing budget considerations, and establishing the foundation of the project.

Once the initial scope of work is outlined, we prepare a comprehensive estimate. We will review this with you to address any omissions or remove elements that may not be necessary. After the estimate is finalized, we move forward with architectural drawings. At this stage, you may be as involved as you wish, or you can rely on myself and our partner architect for expert guidance.

With all structural details completed, the plans are submitted for permitting, and once approved, the real work begins.

Little Black Dog is a full-service, turnkey general contractor, capable of managing every aspect of a project from conception to completion. While we are equipped to handle the entire process, many clients prefer to remain involved in certain stages of their build. Whether you have a preferred architect you wish to collaborate with during design, want to make your own finish selections, or plan to take on specific portions of the work yourself, we can structure a contract tailored to your goals and expectations.

Once the proposal is submitted for permitting, we start lining up our players to hit the ground running once the permit is approved. LBD will enter into agreements with our partnered subcontractors, lock in pricing, and scheduled. Every project has its delays whether that’s material lead time or more often weather delays. But with an understanding of these challenges we will be prepared to adjust our practices to best keep the project on track. You, the owner, will be updated, weekly at a minimum, to maintain an understanding of the progress and what you can expect next. Most contracts are a mix of fixed pricing and markup, these payments are made in accordance with our contract. Payments will be made on stages of completion, known as draws.

LBD was founded on a passion for building and cultivating strong relationships. After watching my own family struggle to find reliable, transparent contractors, I set out to create a better standard. I believe every successful partnership is rooted in trust, and that principle guides everything we do. At LBD, we stand firmly behind our work and craftsmanship, always prioritizing the integrity of the project over profit. Our commitment is to deliver a quality product designed to exceed the expected lifespan of the build.