At-a-glance Summary
Feature / Benefit
Tier 2.5 ★
Full Transparency
Who It's For
Confident DIY / Owner-Builders who need guidance
Homeowners who want oversight & protection but stay in control
Busy professionals who want a fully managed, white-glove experience
Project Complexity
Low–Medium
Medium–High
High-End / Full ADUs / Large Remodels
Primary Goal
Educate & prepare
Protect budget, schedule & transparency
Manage everything for homeowner
Support Level Breakdown
Category
Tier 1
Tier 2.5
Tier 3
Pre-Construction Guidance
✓ Basic
✓✓ Full strategic planning
✓✓✓ Complete planning & setup
Budget Protection
✕
✓
✓✓
Change-Order Oversight
✕
✓
✓✓
Contractor Vetting
✓ High level
✓ Detailed review
✓ Full management
Contract Review
High-level only
✓ Detailed oversight
✓ Full contract review & negotiation support
Scheduling
Guidance only
✓ BuildBook schedule
✓ Full scheduling with daily/weekly coordination
Inspection Prep
Basic explanation
✓ Weekly direction
✓ Full inspection coordination
BuildBook Access
✕
✓ Full access
✓ Premium project management setup
Weekly Updates
✕
✓ Weekly reporting
✓ Weekly + on-site visits
On-Site Walkthroughs
✕
✕ (Guide you on how to do it)
✓ Weekly visits
Change Order Tracking
✕
✓
✓ Full control
Punch List Support
✕
✓ Guidance
✓ Full punch list management
Closeout Management
✕
✓ Guidance
✓ Full project closeout
Liability & Protection
Category
Tier 1
Tier 2.5
Tier 3
Insurance Review
Guidance only
✓ Included
✓✓ Fully verified & tracked
Legal Document Support
Basic explanations
✓ Full checklist
✓✓ Full documentation management
Delay Tracking
✕
✓ In BuildBook
✓✓ Full tracking + communication
Force Majeure Protections
Basic
✓ Included
✓✓ Managed & documented
Management Involvement
Category
Tier 1
Tier 2.5
Tier 3
Consultant Involvement
Low
Medium–High
Maximum
Homeowner Involvement
High
Medium
Low
Day-to-Day Oversight
✕
Limited oversight
✓ Full management
Trade Communication
✕
Homeowner handles
✓ We handle
Schedule Coordination
✕
Guidance only
✓✓ Full coordination
Results & Outcome Expectations
Outcome
Tier 1
Tier 2.5
Tier 3
Cost Savings
Moderate
High
Very High
Schedule Risk Reduction
Moderate
High
Maximum
Stress Level
Higher
Medium
Lowest
Quality Assurance
Client-driven
Consultant-guided
Consultant-verified
Transparency Level
Medium
High
Maximum