CRAFTING COASTAL DREAM HOMES

A Better Building Process Starts with RBC Homes

Our proven process and experienced team guide you from planning through construction with clarity and care.

Steps You Can Expect When Working With Us

Step 1: Ballpark Pricing

Complimentary Preliminary Ballpark Estimate
Supporting early planning and informed decision-making

We begin by gathering key information about your project, including your goals, expectations, budget, and timeline. Based on this information, we provide a complimentary ballpark estimate that offers a high-level understanding of potential project costs to support early planning and decision-making.

How This Estimate Is Used
This initial estimate is based on RBC Homes’ standard materials and specifications, intended to establish a realistic baseline during the early planning stage. When these standards are used, ballpark estimates are typically within 15–20% of final project costs.

Recommended Next Steps
To develop a more complete and accurate understanding of your project, we recommend moving into a Professional Service Agreement (PSA). This allows our team the time needed to fully evaluate all aspects of your project and develop a well-researched price you can confidently rely on

Why This Is an Early Estimate
Final selections, design decisions, site conditions, and existing structural considerations—especially in renovation projects—can significantly impact pricing, and are often unknown at this early stage. Additional time is required to fully assess these variables and refine project costs.

Our goal is to provide clarity and direction early— so decisions later are made with confidence

Selecting a contractor based on the quickest or lowest estimate often results in unexpected costs down the road

Step 2: Service Agreement

The Next Step: Executing a Professional Service Agreement (PSA)
Allowing our team to dedicate the time and expertise needed to plan your project properly

The Professional Service Agreement (PSA) outlines the preliminary services required to properly plan your project. These services include gathering critical information, defining project scope, and coordinating the documentation needed to move forward with clarity and accuracy.

Preliminary Services
Services outlined in the PSA may include obtaining surveys and/or elevation certificates, developing conceptual design plans, reviewing architectural drawings, and preparing the detailed cost proposal. These services ensure your project is thoroughly evaluated before moving forward.

No Commitment Needed
Executing a PSA does not obligate you to move forward with a construction contract. It simply allows our team to complete the essential planning, research, and documentation needed to accurately evaluate your remodel or new build project.

PSA Costs & Credits
PSA amounts vary based on project scope and complexity. Your RBC representative will review all costs with you prior to moving forward. If you choose to proceed with RBC Homes for construction, the cost proposal portion of the PSA is credited toward your total construction costs.

This step ensures informed decisions are made before any construction commitments are required

Every great project starts with the right foundation, planning, expert guidance, and clarity

Step 3: Conceptual Plan

Defining the Vision Before Refining the Details
Guilded by your design goals, we create your initial concept plans

Concept plans illustrate how your site and space can be designed to meet your goals, preferences and lifestyle- providing a clear visual framework to guide design decisions, revisions, and pricing.

Your Review & Revision
After reviewing your initial concept plans, you may request changes or adjustments. Our in-house designer includes one complimentary revision of all plans. Any additional revisions beyond this are billed hourly.

What You’ll Receive
Design plans typically include floorplans with room layouts and dimensions, electrical and plumbing layouts, and- when applicable- exterior elevations and sectional views.

Process Details
We will advise you of any potential limitations related to design requests and, if requested, provide an updated ballpark estimate based on the final concept plans. This step typically takes approximately 30 days.

This phase allows ideas to be explored and refined before pricing and construction decisions are finalized

Every successful build begins with thoughtful preparation and clear vision- long before the first nail is driven

Step 4: Cost Proposal

Developing an Accurate & Reliable Cost Proposal
Providing clarity, confidence, and realistic expectations

Your Cost Proposal includes a detailed scope of work outlining all materials, specifications, and allowances for your project. Pricing is based on current, verified vendor, labor, and material costs, along with RBC Homes’ standard materials and specifications (unless otherwise communicated).

Timeline and Pricing Validity

Pricing reflects current market conditions and verified vendor costs
Cost proposals are typically completed within 30 days and pricing is honored for 30 days
After 30 days, updates may be required due to market changes

Guided by Our In-House Estimating Team

We guide you through each phase of the process
Answer questions and assist with selections
Review timelines, scope, and expectations together

Your Cost Proposal Fee is Credited
The amount paid for your cost proposal is fully credited toward your total construction cost if construction proceeds

Why This Process Matters
Taking the time to develop an in-depth cost proposal helps prevent unexpected costs, rushed decisions, and incomplete scopes, especially in custom builds and renovations

Thoughtful pricing today helps prevent costly surprises tomorrow

Step 5: Contract

Finalizing Details & Preparing for Construction
Scope, pricing, and expectations have been clearly defined

Once the construction contract is signed, we begin preparing your construction plan set and finalize all required structural plans, if applicable. These plans are reviewed and stamped by a licensed structural engineer and, along with all required documentation, submitted to the City for permit issuance.

During This Time

You’ll finalize material and finish selections with guidance from our team
You’ll have access to our online construction management platform, where you can easily communicate with our team and view real-time updates on your project

Ready to Build
Once construction plans and approvals are finalized, RBC Homes begins turning your vision into reality

A seamless transition from planning to construction executed with care

For most people, real estate is their largest investment, choose a company that plans carefully and executes with purpose

Built on Experience. Backed by Professional Standards.

At RBC Homes, our reputation is built on decades of hands-on construction experience, a proven planning process, and a commitment to doing things the right way from day one. We believe great results come from thoughtful preparation, expert execution, and accountability at every stage of your project.

When you build or remodel with RBC Homes, you benefit from:

Award-Winning Class A Contractor & A+ BBB Rating
Licensed & Insured — $2M Coverage
Advanced Construction Management Software
2-Year New Build Warranty & 1-Year Remodel Warranty

A Local Team Built on Experience and Relationships

RBC Homes is proud to be a locally managed, family-owned company that has served the community for decades. Our strength comes from the people behind every project and the long-term relationships we build with our clients, partners, and trades.

Locally Managed & Family-Owned Company Since ‘93
120+ Years of Combined Construction & Management Experience
13+ Full-Time Employees Dedicated to Customer Satisfaction
Highly Skilled, Licensed & Insured Subcontractors
In-House Designers & Licensed Realtors

Trusted By Virginia Beach Homeowners

OUR TEAM

Meet the Experts at RBC Homes

David Whitley

President & Founder

Pat Whitley

Vice President

Kathryn Wood

Director of Accounting

Cole Holtzclaw

Director of Construction

Sarah Olenik

Director of Building Design Services

Sara Boggs

Director of Estimating and Purchasing

Blair Ray

Director of Sales and Marketing

Hope Michiels

Client Services Manager

Brittany Rodgers

Office Administrator/Accounts Receivable

Will Holtzclaw

Logistics Manager

Ray Ballance

Assistant Project Manager

Shane Crosby

Lead Carpenter

William Holtzclaw

“Pops”

Jimmy Husser

Lead Carpenter

Margaret Caputo

Inspector

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