Pricing & Rates


A free first call, a $125 written estimate credited toward your project, hourly design and project-management rates, and time-and-materials contracting with every cost documented.

Transparent pricing. No surprises.

We believe you should know exactly what you're investing before we sit down together. Our estimate fee is straightforward — and it applies toward your project cost when you move forward with us.

Initial Call

Free
No charge — no obligation
✓ 20–30 minute call
✓ Discuss your project scope
✓ Determine the right next step
✓ No commitment required

The best place to start. We'll listen to what you have in mind and tell you honestly whether and how we can help.

Project Estimate

$125
one-time estimate fee
✓ On-site assessment
✓ Detailed written estimate
✓ Scope and material breakdown
✓ Applied to project cost if contracted

Most contractors offer free estimates, but a paid estimate ensures a serious, detailed assessment of your project — not a ballpark guess. Applied to your project cost if you move forward.

Project Management

$155
per man-hour — billed in 15-min increments
✓ Full project oversight
✓ Subcontractor coordination
✓ Schedule and budget management
✓ Inspection coordination
✓ Single point of contact
✓ Written time log with every invoice

Available as standalone PM oversight or as part of a full contracting engagement. Monthly retainer available for larger projects.

General Contracting Rates

Contracting work is billed one of two ways: our own crew’s work is time and materials at the rates below, with nothing added on top of the hourly rate; subcontracted trades under a cost-plus contract are billed at documented cost plus our fee. You see every material cost, every subcontractor invoice and every labor hour.

Experienced Trades
$85
per man-hour

Experienced licensed tradespeople — journeymen, specialty work, technical installations.

Field Support Labor
$65
per man-hour

Supporting field personnel working alongside experienced trades to complete project tasks.

General Labor
$55
per man-hour

General construction labor, site prep, demo, and support work.

How Billing Works
Consultations & PM

Billed in 15-minute increments with a 1-hour minimum for in-person visits. Written time log with every invoice. Payment due within 3 days of invoice receipt.

Contracting Projects

A deposit at signing, sized to the job — special orders, quantity-priced materials and project size decide it. Progress invoices weekly as work completes, or a milestone draw schedule set in the contract. No lump sum at the end.

Cost-Plus Transparency

Every material receipt, subcontractor invoice, and labor hour is documented and shared. On cost-plus contracts our 20% fee is applied on top of those verified direct costs — no hidden markups.

Payment Methods & Schedule
E-check / ACH  Preferred

0% processing fee. Fastest and most secure payment method. Preferred for all invoice payments.

Certified Check

Paper checks must be certified. Mail to P.O. Box 163605, Columbus, Ohio 43216. Allow mailing time when scheduling.

Credit / Debit Card  +3% fee

Cards accepted with a 3% processing fee applied to the invoice total.

Payment Due: All invoices are due within 3 days of receipt. Progress invoices on contracting projects are typically issued weekly; a draw schedule can be set in the contract.

Financing: Up to $30,000 is available through our payment portal, subject to credit approval.

Common Questions

Do the consultation or estimate fees get applied toward my project?
The $125 project estimate fee is credited toward your project cost if you move forward with iSpec LLC for the work. Design consultation time ($225/hr) is billed as work performed and is not credited.
Why 15-minute billing increments?
Because full-hour billing rounds up on short visits and follow-up calls in ways that don't feel fair to clients. Fifteen-minute increments mean you pay for exactly the time we spend — nothing more. Every time entry is documented so you can see exactly what you're being billed for.
What does cost-plus mean for me as a client?
It means full transparency. You see every receipt and invoice for materials and subcontractors, and on a cost-plus contract our 20% fee is applied on top of those actual documented costs. Work our own crew self-performs is billed time and materials at the hourly rates above, with no fee on the rate. There are no markups hidden inside line items — what you see is what the project costs.
Do you offer financing?
Yes. Financing up to $30,000 is available through our payment portal, subject to credit approval. Ask when you receive your estimate and we will point you to the application in the portal.
Do I need plans or drawings before a consultation?
No. A Pinterest board, inspiration photos, or even just a clear idea of what you want is enough to start. The consultation is partly about helping you refine and articulate the vision, not just reviewing finished plans.
How long does a typical design consultation take?
Most consultations run 1–2 hours depending on project complexity. We'll let you know before we start if we expect it to go longer.
Do you do emergency repairs?
We don't take on emergency repair work unless it's warranty-related to a project we've previously completed. For general emergency repairs, we recommend contacting a local handyman service or your home warranty provider.
What areas do you serve?
We're based in Columbus, Ohio and primarily serve the Columbus metro area and surrounding communities.

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