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Monday, June 15, 2026 · Good morning, Laytricia
🤖 AI Morning Briefing
Good morning, Laytricia. You have 3 active projects, 2 permits awaiting city response, 1 client approval needed on the Murrieta Primary Suite, and projected monthly profit is currently trending 12% above target. Your next site visit is the Menifee Kitchen Remodel on June 17th. Canyon Stone Supply has an invoice due in 3 days — recommend scheduling payment today.
Generated at 7:02 AM · Refresh for updated intelligence
⚠️Permit for Temecula ADU Conversion has been pending city review for 18 days — follow up recommended.
⚠️Client approval for Murrieta Primary Suite Renovation finish selections is overdue by 4 days.
📐
Active Projects
3
↑ 1 this month
⚠️
Projects at Risk
1
Permit delay
💰
Revenue This Month
$187K
↑ 12% vs target
📄
Outstanding Invoices
$43,200
2 overdue
🏢
Vendor Payments Due
$18,750
Due in 3 days
📋
Permits Pending
2
Avg 18 days
📅
Meetings This Week
4
Next: Tomorrow
📊
Profit Snapshot
$52K
↑ 12% above target
Active Projects
Real-time status
Temecula ADU Conversion
Martinez Family
At Risk
Progress
42%
Menifee Kitchen Remodel
Chen Family
On Track
Progress
68%
Murrieta Primary Suite
Thompson Residence
In Design
Progress
25%
AI Recommendations
Powered by 918 Intelligence
Priority
Follow up on Temecula permit
Call City of Temecula Planning Dept. — permit pending 18 days. Expected response was June 10.
Finance
Send Canyon Stone payment
$8,400 invoice due June 18. Avoid late fee by scheduling payment today.
Client
Finish selection approval needed
Thompson (Murrieta) has not approved tile selection submitted June 11. Send reminder.
Upcoming This Week
Jun
16
Client Consultation — Rivera ADU
10:00 AM · Zoom · New Lead
Jun
17
Site Visit — Menifee Kitchen Remodel
8:30 AM · 27450 Newport Rd, Menifee
Jun
19
Framing Inspection — Temecula ADU
11:00 AM · City Inspector
Jun
20
Vendor Review — Canyon Stone Supply
2:00 PM · Office
Monthly Profit Snapshot
↑ 12% above target
Revenue
$187K
Expenses
$135K
Profit
$52K
Outstanding
$43.2K
Profit Margin 27.8%
Target 24.8%
Δ +3.0pts
Leads & CRM Pipeline
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New Lead1
Rivera Family
🏠 ADU Conversion
$180,000–$220,000
📍 Temecula, CA
Follow-up: Jun 16 · Referral: Instagram
Qualified1
Nguyen Residence
🍳 Kitchen Remodel
$65,000–$85,000
📍 Murrieta, CA
Follow-up: Jun 18 · Referral: Past Client
Consultation1
Patel Estate
✨ Full Interior Design
$320,000–$450,000
📍 Riverside, CA
Consult: Jun 16 · Referral: Houzz
Proposal Sent1
Williams Remodel
🛁 Primary Bath + Suite
$95,000–$120,000
📍 Menifee, CA
Sent: Jun 10 · Referral: Google
Negotiation0
Contract Signed0
Active Project3
Martinez Family
🏠 Temecula ADU
$195,000
Active
Chen Family
🍳 Menifee Kitchen
$78,500
Active
Thompson Family
🛏 Murrieta Suite
$108,000
In Design
Lead Summary Table
NameProject TypeBudgetCitySourceStatusFollow-UpAction
Rivera FamilyADU Conversion$180K–$220KTemeculaInstagramNew LeadJun 16
Nguyen ResidenceKitchen Remodel$65K–$85KMurrietaPast ClientQualifiedJun 18
Patel EstateFull Interior Design$320K–$450KRiversideHouzzConsultationJun 16
Williams RemodelPrimary Bath + Suite$95K–$120KMenifeeGoogleProposal SentJun 20
Client Profiles
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MF
Martinez Family
Temecula ADU Conversion
Phone(951) 555-0142
Budget$195,000
StyleModern Farmhouse
StatusAt Risk
CF
Chen Family
Menifee Kitchen Remodel
Phone(951) 555-0287
Budget$78,500
StyleContemporary
StatusOn Track
TR
Thompson Residence
Murrieta Primary Suite
Phone(951) 555-0394
Budget$108,000
StyleTransitional Luxury
StatusIn Design
RS
Riverside Studio Co.
Commercial Studio Refresh
Phone(951) 555-0521
Budget$54,000
StyleIndustrial Modern
StatusProposal
Project Management
3 active projects · $381,500 total contract value
ADU Division
Temecula ADU Conversion — Martinez Family
⚠️Permit pending city review for 18 days. Expected response: June 10. Recommend calling City of Temecula Planning Dept.
📍 Property Overview
Address
31205 Calle Chapos, Temecula CA 92592
City / Jurisdiction
City of Temecula
Zoning
R-1 (Single Family)
Lot Size
8,712 sq ft
Existing Structure
2,100 sq ft main home
HOA
Yes — Abbott's Creek HOA
HOA ADU Approval
Approved May 12, 2026
🏗 ADU Specifications
ADU Type
Detached ADU (New Construction)
Square Footage
650 sq ft
Bedrooms / Baths
1 Bed / 1 Bath
Height
16 ft (single story)
Setbacks Met
Yes — 4ft rear, 4ft side
Utility Connection
Pending SCE Coordination
Engineer
Vista Structural, Inc.
💰 Financial Projections
Estimated Build Cost
$195,000
Soft Costs (Plans, Permits)
$14,200
Total Investment
$209,200
Est. Monthly Rental
$2,200–$2,600/mo
Annual Rental Income
$27,600–$31,200
Gross ROI
13.2%–14.9%
Est. Value Add
+$280,000–$320,000
Payback Period
6.7 years
📋 Permit & Inspection Tracker
Plans Submitted
May 28, 2026
Permit Status
⏳ Pending Review — 18 Days
Plan Check Reviewer
Brian Holloway — City Planning
Corrections Issued
None yet
Framing Inspection
Scheduled Jun 19
Rough Electrical
Not Scheduled
Final Inspection
Est. Sep 10, 2026
🔄 Phase Progress
Feasibility & DesignComplete
Engineering & PlansComplete
Permit SubmissionPending
Site Work & FoundationComplete
FramingComplete
MEP Rough-InIn Progress
Drywall, Finish, LandscapingNot Started
Interior Design Studio
Material library, mood boards, and client selections
Mood Boards
Color Palettes
Material Library
Client Selections
Approvals
🏡
Murrieta Suite — Main Concept
Transitional Luxury · Approved
Approved
🍳
Menifee Kitchen — Alt B
Contemporary · In Review
In Review
🏢
Riverside Studio — Industrial
Industrial Modern · Draft
Draft
🌿
Temecula ADU — Interior
Modern Farmhouse · Pending
Pending
Create New Mood Board
Start a new concept
Murrieta Primary Suite
Approved
Primary: Warm Linen · Accent: Cognac Oak · Trim: Crisp White
Menifee Kitchen
In Review
Primary: Bright White · Island: Dark Slate · Hardware: Brushed Gold
🪨
Calacatta Marble
Countertop · $42/sq ft · Walker Zanger
Selected
🪵
White Oak Hardwood
Flooring · $14/sq ft · Tesoro
Selected
🪟
Linen Drapery
Window Treatment · $220/panel
Pending
Zellige Tile — White
Backsplash · $38/sq ft · Cle Tile
On Order
💡
Aged Brass Hardware
Cabinet Pulls · $8–$22 ea · Top Knobs
Delivered
🎨
SW Agreeable Gray
Wall Paint · Sherwin-Williams
Approved
ClientItemCategorySelectionSubmittedStatus
ThompsonFloor Tile — Master BathTileCalacatta Gold 12x24Jun 11Awaiting Approval
ThompsonVanity CountertopStoneCarrara Marble HonedJun 11Awaiting Approval
ChenKitchen CabinetsCabinetsShaker White — FabuwoodMay 20Approved
ChenIsland CountertopStoneMidnight Black QuartzMay 20Approved
MartinezADU FlooringFlooringLVP Oak — COREtecJun 1Approved
Approved
8
Awaiting
4
In Review
2
Total Items
14
⚠️Thompson floor tile and vanity countertop selections submitted June 11 — no response after 4 days.
Renovation Management
Menifee Kitchen Remodel — Phase Tracker
Phases Complete
5/12
Days to Completion
44
Est. Jul 30
Menifee Kitchen Remodel — Renovation Timeline
On Track · 68%
1. Demolition
Marcus D. — Demo Crew
Complete
2. Framing
ProFrame CA
Complete
3. Electrical
Bright Wire Electric
Complete
4. Plumbing
Flow Rite Plumbing
Complete
5. HVAC
Cool Comfort HVAC
Complete
6. Drywall
SoCal Drywall Co.
85%
7. Cabinet Install
Premier Cabinet Co.
Complete
8. Flooring
Alex Flooring Inc.
In Progress
9. Painting
ColorRight Painting
Scheduled Jun 28
10. Countertops
Canyon Stone Supply
Jul 5
11. Punch List
All Trades
Jul 20
12. Final Walkthrough
Laytricia + Client
Jul 30
Vendor Management
5 active vendors · Scorecards and performance tracking
Contractor Management
5 contractors · Track performance, availability, and specialties
JM
James Mitchell — Bright Wire Electric
⚡ Electrician · C10 License · 12 yrs experience
AvailableRiverside Co.TemeculaMenifee
Projects: 4 completed with 918 · Avg Rating: ★★★★☆ 4.3
$95–$115/hr
✓ Insured
RC
Roberto Cruz — Flow Rite Plumbing
🔧 Master Plumber · C36 License · 18 yrs experience
AvailableSW Riverside Co.San Diego North
Projects: 6 completed with 918 · Avg Rating: ★★★★★ 4.7
$110–$135/hr
✓ Insured
TP
Tony Park — ColorRight Painting
🎨 Painter · C33 License · 9 yrs experience
Booked JulMurrietaTemeculaWinchester
Projects: 5 completed with 918 · Avg Rating: ★★★★★ 4.8
$55–$70/hr
✓ Insured
DS
Derek Santos — SoCal Drywall Co.
🪣 Drywall & Texture · C9 License · 14 yrs experience
On JobMenifeePerrisHemet
Projects: 3 completed with 918 · Avg Rating: ★★★★☆ 4.1
$60–$75/hr
✓ Insured
KW
Kevin Walsh — Cool Comfort HVAC
❄️ HVAC Technician · C20 License · 16 yrs experience
AvailableAll Riverside Co.San Bernardino
Projects: 7 completed with 918 · Avg Rating: ★★★★★ 4.9
$125–$150/hr
✓ Insured
Procurement Center
6 items tracked · $42,180 in orders
🪨
Calacatta Marble Countertop Slab
Canyon Stone Supply · PO #918-2026-041
$6,840
ETA: Jun 22 · Tracking: UPS 1Z8F4A
Shipped
🚿
Kohler Purist Faucet Set (3)
Ferguson Supply · PO #918-2026-038
$2,340
ETA: Jun 18 · Tracking: FedEx 7742
Shipped
💡
Visual Comfort Pendant Lights (4)
Circa Lighting · PO #918-2026-043
$3,280
ETA: Jul 2 · Order Confirmed
Ordered
🪵
White Oak Hardwood Flooring (420 sq ft)
Tesoro Floors · PO #918-2026-036
$5,880
Delivered Jun 10 · Warehouse
Delivered
🚪
Fabuwood Shaker Cabinets — Kitchen
Premier Cabinet Co. · PO #918-2026-031
$14,200
Installed May 28
Installed
🛁
MTI Baths Freestanding Soaking Tub
Quality Bath · PO #918-2026-044
$4,100
ETA: Jul 10 · Awaiting Selection Approval
Selected
Permit Center
4 permit records · 2 awaiting city response
⚠️Temecula ADU permit has been pending for 18 days — original expected response was June 10.
ADU New Construction Permit
📍 City of Temecula Planning Dept.
⏳ Pending — 18 Days
Submitted
May 28, 2026
Reviewer
Brian Holloway
Corrections
None Yet
Project
Temecula ADU
Permit #
TEM-2026-0841
Expected
Jun 10 (Overdue)
Residential Remodel Permit
📍 City of Murrieta Building & Safety
⏳ Under Review
Submitted
Jun 2, 2026
Reviewer
Sandra Reyes
Corrections
1 Pending
Project
Murrieta Suite
Permit #
MUR-2026-1122
Resubmit By
Jun 20, 2026
Kitchen Remodel — Building Permit
📍 City of Menifee Building Dept.
✅ Approved
Submitted
Mar 1, 2026
Approved
Mar 22, 2026
Corrections
None
Project
Menifee Kitchen
Permit #
MEN-2026-0443
Expires
Mar 22, 2027
Final Inspection — Menifee Kitchen
📍 City of Menifee Building Dept.
📅 Scheduled
Inspection Type
Final / C of O
Scheduled
Jul 31, 2026
Inspector
TBD
Project
Menifee Kitchen
Permit #
MEN-2026-0443
Status
Ready to Schedule
Financial Center
June 2026 · Revenue, expenses, and project profitability
Revenue (MTD)
$187,400
↑ 12% vs $167K target
Expenses (MTD)
$135,200
72.1% of revenue
Net Profit
$52,200
27.9% margin
Outstanding Invoices
$43,200
2 overdue · 3 current
Deposits Received
$58,500
3 projects
Vendor Bills Due
$18,750
Due within 7 days
Change Orders
$7,320
2 approved · 1 pending
Cash Flow (30-Day)
+$33,650
Healthy
Revenue vs Expenses — 2026
Jan
$98K
Feb
$112K
Mar
$128K
Apr
$138K
May
$156K
Jun (MTD)
$187K
Project Profitability
ProjectBudgetActualRemainingMargin
Temecula ADU$195,000$82,400$112,60029%
Menifee Kitchen$78,500$58,200$20,30026%
Murrieta Suite$108,000$18,750$89,250Est. 31%
Riverside Studio$54,000$4,200$49,800TBD
Invoice Tracker
Invoice #ClientDescriptionAmountIssuedDueStatus
INV-2026-018Martinez FamilyADU Framing Milestone$22,000Jun 1Jun 15Overdue
INV-2026-019Chen FamilyKitchen Cabinet + Flooring Phase$18,500Jun 5Jun 20Due Soon
INV-2026-020Thompson ResidenceDesign & Permits Deposit$12,500Jun 10Jun 25Sent
INV-2026-017Rivera FamilyFeasibility Study$2,800May 28Jun 12Overdue
INV-2026-016Chen FamilyDemo + Rough-In Phase$24,200May 5May 19Paid
Document Vault
Contracts, plans, permits, invoices, and correspondence
📄
Martinez — ADU Contract
Apr 1, 2026 · PDF · 2.1 MB
ContractADU
📄
Chen — Kitchen Contract
Mar 10, 2026 · PDF · 1.8 MB
ContractKitchen
📐
Temecula ADU — Arch Plans
May 15, 2026 · PDF · 8.4 MB
PlansADU
📐
Menifee Kitchen — Floor Plan
Mar 5, 2026 · PDF · 3.2 MB
PlansKitchen
🖼
Murrieta Suite — 3D Rendering
May 28, 2026 · PNG · 12.1 MB
RenderingSuite
🏗
Vista Structural Report
May 10, 2026 · PDF · 4.7 MB
EngineerADU
📋
Menifee Kitchen Permit
Mar 22, 2026 · PDF · 0.9 MB
PermitApproved
💳
INV-2026-018 Martinez
Jun 1, 2026 · PDF · 0.4 MB
InvoiceOverdue
📸
Menifee Before Photos
Mar 14, 2026 · ZIP · 44 MB
PhotosBefore
📸
Temecula Site Progress
Jun 5, 2026 · ZIP · 28 MB
PhotosProgress
📋
Abbott's Creek HOA Approval
May 12, 2026 · PDF · 1.1 MB
HOAADU
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Site Visit Logs
3 logs recorded · Field notes, issues, and action items
Temecula ADU Conversion
📅 June 10, 2026 · 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Issues Found
📍 Location & Conditions
31205 Calle Chapos, Temecula CA · Weather: Sunny, 88°F · Crew: ProFrame CA (4), Bright Wire Electric (2)
🔍 Issues Found
1. Rear electrical panel conduit runs 4" closer to property line than plan spec — may require city variance or reroute. 2. Roof truss delivery delayed to June 14 (was June 12) per vendor.
✅ Solutions / Action Items
Contacted Brian at City Planning — conduit reroute approved verbally, written confirmation pending. Rescheduled truss install crew to June 15. Notified Martinez family of 2-day delay.
📋 Next Steps
Return for framing inspection June 19. Confirm SCE meter socket placement before drywall.
📸 14 Photos🎥 2 Videos⚠️ 2 Issues✅ 3 Action Items
Menifee Kitchen Remodel
📅 June 5, 2026 · 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
No Issues
📍 Location & Conditions
27450 Newport Rd, Menifee CA · Weather: Partly Cloudy, 82°F · Crew: Premier Cabinet Co. (3), Alex Flooring Inc. (2)
✅ Progress Notes
Cabinet installation 100% complete. Upper cabinets plumb and level. Flooring underlayment started in dining area. Countertop template scheduled for June 22 with Canyon Stone.
🎯 Quality Check
Cabinet door alignments perfect. Hardware placement matches design plan. Chen family was present and extremely happy with cabinet selections. Took client feedback video.
📋 Next Steps
Flooring completion by June 14. Painting crew (Tony Park) starts June 28. Countertop install July 5.
📸 22 Photos🎥 1 Video✅ On Schedule😊 Client Present
Murrieta Primary Suite
📅 May 30, 2026 · 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Pre-Construction
📍 Location & Conditions
39820 Via Cordova, Murrieta CA · Weather: Clear, 91°F · Present: Laytricia T., Thompson Homeowners
🔍 Pre-Construction Survey
Completed full room measurements. Confirmed closet expansion feasibility — wall between bedroom and current closet is non-load bearing (confirmed with structural). Master bath plumbing access confirmed via crawlspace.
📝 Client Notes
Thompsons want heated floors added to master bath (not in original scope). Quoted $4,800 change order. Mrs. Thompson requested soaking tub moved to window wall. Updated design plan accordingly.
📋 Next Steps
Issue CO for heated floors. Submit updated plans to city. Demolition start pending permit approval (est. Jul 1).
📸 18 Photos📝 Change Order Pending👥 Client Meeting
Calendar & Scheduling
June 2026 · Upcoming meetings, inspections, and deliveries
This Week — June 15–21
Jun
15
Send Thompson Tile Reminder Email
⏰ 9:00 AM · Task · Murrieta Suite
Jun
16
Client Consultation — Rivera ADU
📹 10:00 AM · Zoom · New Lead
Jun
17
Site Visit — Menifee Kitchen
🚗 8:30 AM · 27450 Newport Rd
Jun
18
Kohler Fixture Delivery — Menifee
📦 10:00 AM–2:00 PM · Ferguson Supply
Jun
19
Framing Inspection — Temecula ADU
🏗 11:00 AM · City Inspector
Jun
20
Vendor Review — Canyon Stone Supply
🤝 2:00 PM · Office
Jun
21
Invoice INV-2026-019 Due
💳 Chen Family · $18,500
Next 30 Days — Key Dates
Jun
22
Countertop Template — Menifee Kitchen
🪨 Canyon Stone Supply
Jun
28
Painting Begins — Menifee Kitchen
🎨 ColorRight · Tony Park
Jul
1
Demo Start — Murrieta Suite
🔨 Pending Permit Approval
Jul
5
Countertop Install — Menifee
🪨 Canyon Stone Supply
Jul
10
Soaking Tub Delivery — Murrieta
📦 Quality Bath · MTI Baths
Jul
30
Final Walkthrough — Menifee Kitchen
✅ Laytricia + Chen Family
Jul
31
Final Inspection — Menifee Kitchen
🏛 City of Menifee
AI Command Center
918 Intelligence — Powered by AI. Reviewed by Laytricia.
How to Use
Click any action below to generate a professional document, email, or summary. Each output is tailored to 918 Design Co. standards and your active project data. Review, edit, and send directly to clients or vendors.
📝
Create Proposal
Full project proposal with scope, timeline, and investment
📄
Create Contract
Professional design & build agreement
✉️
Write Client Email
Status update, follow-up, or milestone notification
📬
Write Vendor Email
Order follow-up, scheduling, or issue resolution
🎙
Meeting Summary
Recap, decisions made, and action items
📅
Build Timeline
Phase-by-phase project schedule with milestones
📋
Create Scope of Work
Detailed SOW for contractors and subs
💰
Generate Budget
Itemized project budget with contingency
🛒
Create Shopping List
Full FF&E and materials list with vendors
🔄
Draft Change Order
Formal change order with updated pricing
📊
Weekly Client Update
Progress summary email for all active clients
📍
Summarize Site Visit
Professional site visit report with issues and actions
🎨
Client Presentation
Design concept deck outline and talking points
🏛
Permit Follow-Up
Professional letter to city planning department
Business Intelligence
918 Design Co. · Year-to-date performance analytics
YTD Revenue
$819K
↑ 34% vs 2025
YTD Profit
$221K
27% margin
Avg Project Value
$127K
↑ $22K vs 2025
Avg Timeline
4.8 mo
↓ 0.4 mo improved
Lead Conversion
38%
↑ 6pts vs 2025
Projects Completed
6
YTD 2026
Revenue by Service Type
ADU Division
$312K · 38%
Kitchen Remodel
$213K · 26%
Full Interior Design
$156K · 19%
Suite / Bath Reno
$90K · 11%
Commercial
$48K · 6%
Lead Sources — Conversion
Past Client Referral
42% of leads · 71% close
Instagram
28% of leads · 38% close
Houzz Pro
18% of leads · 44% close
Google
8% of leads · 22% close
Website / Direct
4% of leads · 18% close
Most Profitable Services
ADU Division
32% margin avg
Full Interior Design
29% margin avg
Kitchen Remodel
26% margin avg
Suite / Bath
22% margin avg
Commercial
17% margin avg
Top Vendors by Usage
Canyon Stone Supply
8 projects · $94K
Premier Cabinet Co.
6 projects · $72K
Bright Wire Electric
5 projects · $48K
Alex Flooring Inc.
4 projects · $31K
ColorRight Painting
4 projects · $18K
Monthly Revenue Growth — 2026
Jan
$98K
Feb
$112K
Mar
$128K
Apr
$138K
May
$156K
Jun
$187K
Jul
$195K*
Aug
$210K*
* Forecast based on active pipeline · On track for $1.8M annual revenue
Lessons Learned
Post-project reviews · 3 completed project analyses
Temecula Full Home Remodel
Completed Feb 2026 · 5.2 months · $248,000 budget · $231,000 actual
✅ What Went Well
  • Client communication cadence (weekly updates) kept Garcias informed and happy
  • Premier Cabinet Co. delivered on time and above quality expectations
  • Change order process was seamless — 3 COs processed without conflict
  • Permit pulled in 11 days — fastest ADU approval in Temecula
⭐ Best Vendors
  • Premier Cabinet Co. — hire again on every kitchen
  • Kevin Walsh / Cool Comfort HVAC — exceptional quality and communication
  • ColorRight Painting — clean, fast, professional
🪨 Materials to Use Again
  • COREtec LVP — durable and client loved the look
  • Calacatta quartz from Canyon Stone — beautiful and no seaming issues
  • SW Agreeable Gray — clients always approve this neutral
❌ What Went Wrong
  • Vista Structural delivered revised calculations 2 weeks late — caused permit delay
  • Tile delivery from out-of-state vendor arrived cracked (15% waste, reorder took 3 weeks)
  • Appliance install crew no-showed on Day 1 — needed backup sub immediately
⚠️ Materials to Avoid
  • Artisan Tile Direct (online) — long lead times, inconsistent quality
  • Budget laminate countertops — client regretted selection within 6 months
💡 Key Lessons
  • Always order 20% tile overage — not 10%
  • Get structural calcs ordered 6 weeks before permit submission
  • Add appliance install sub to approved vendor list before project start
  • Client loved weekly photo updates via text — add to 918 standard process
Client Rating: ★★★★★ 5.0
Budget: $17K under
Timeline: 2 weeks over
Rehire: ✅ Definitely
Murrieta Kitchen + Living Room
Completed Apr 2026 · 3.8 months · $142,000 budget · $148,600 actual
✅ What Went Well
  • Design phase was fastest ever — client made decisions quickly
  • Lighting selections from Visual Comfort were show-stopping — big wow factor
  • Flooring install completed in 3 days by Alex team
⭐ Best Vendors
  • Alex Flooring Inc. — consistently fast and quality
  • Flow Rite Plumbing — zero punch list items on plumbing
❌ What Went Wrong
  • Budget overrun of $6,600 — client added backsplash tile expansion mid-project without formal CO
  • Drywall team left cleanup issues on 3 occasions
  • HVAC zoning change required re-engineer — add $2,400 to original scope
💡 Key Lessons
  • Any scope addition — even small — must be documented as a CO before work begins
  • Include cleanliness expectations in all subcontractor agreements
  • HVAC zoning review should happen at design phase, not mid-construction
Client Rating: ★★★★☆ 4.2
Budget: $6.6K over
Timeline: On time
Rehire: ✅ Yes
Hemet ADU — Detached Studio
Completed Jan 2026 · 6.5 months · $175,000 budget · $181,200 actual
✅ What Went Well
  • HOA approval process streamlined — submitted documentation package upfront
  • ADU rental-ready in 10 days after final inspection — record turnaround
  • Client saw first tenant within 3 weeks — $2,100/mo rental income
⭐ Best Vendors
  • Vista Structural — plans accepted first submission (rare)
  • Kevin Walsh HVAC — mini-split install in one day
❌ What Went Wrong
  • SCE meter installation delayed project completion by 3 weeks
  • City of Hemet required 2 plan check corrections for fire separation
  • Concrete pour was rained out twice — added 8 days to schedule
💡 Key Lessons
  • Contact SCE 12 weeks before anticipated final — not 6
  • Always check Hemet's fire separation requirements in pre-design phase
  • Build 2-week weather buffer into all concrete-dependent schedules
  • ADU clients should start rental marketing 8 weeks before completion
Client Rating: ★★★★★ 4.8
Budget: $6.2K over
Timeline: 3.5 wks over
Rehire: ✅ Yes — referring friends