Frequently Asked Questions

Clear Answers Before You Get Started

Learn how our services work, what we observe, and how we support homeowners without replacing the contractor or municipal inspector.

Frequently asked questions

What homeowners usually want to know

No. Construction Guardian provides independent advisory and project-oversight services. Your contractor remains responsible for construction means, methods, supervision, scheduling, jobsite safety, and code compliance.

No. Our services do not replace required permits, municipal inspections, architects, engineers, attorneys, or licensed specialty professionals.

No. We help reduce risk through visible observations, document review, communication, and professional guidance, but we cannot guarantee contractor performance or concealed conditions.

The best time is before signing a construction contract. We can also assist during an active project or when concerns, delays, workmanship issues, payment disputes, or change orders arise.

No. We assist with projects of every size, including bathroom and kitchen remodels, painting, waterproofing, flooring, roofing, repairs, additions, restorations, and new construction. Smaller projects can experience serious workmanship, payment, scheduling, and communication problems, so every homeowner receives the same respect and professional attention.

The $395 consultation fee must be paid before an appointment is scheduled. Payment and scheduling instructions are provided after Construction Guardian reviews the project information submitted by email.

Construction Guardian provides independent residential construction advisory and visible-condition observation services. Services do not constitute architectural, engineering, legal, municipal inspection, or contractor-of-record services. Specific terms, limitations, and scope are defined in the client agreement.