We understand the complexities and challenges. We help with every phase of the rebuilding process... from clean up and insurance, to the design and construction of your new home.
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ASSISTING IN EVERY PHASE OF REBUIDLING
Fire recovery is not just about rebuilding, it's about restoring stability, comfort, and peace of mind. Unlike some builders who focus solely on reconstruction, we assisting you through every phase of recovery and rebuilding. - A One-Stop Solution: No need to hire and manage multiple professionals. We handle architecture, engineering, permitting, design, finishes, and construction—all under one roof. - A Smarter, More Efficient Build: Homes built for fire resistance, energy efficiency, and faster completion, using advanced construction techniques to reduce costs and speed up move-in. - Fast-Track Permitting Advantage: Our pre-designed home plans align with Fast-Track permitting systems, allowing homeowners to greatly accelerate approvals and start construction sooner. - A Partner Through the Process: We simplify insurance claims and mortgage settlements, ensuring you receive the maximum benefit from your policy and reducing delays.
ABOUT REMINGTON HOMES
Remington Rebuild is a division of Remington Homes, a third-generation, family-owned builder with five decades of experience and hundreds of homes built. We specialize in helping homeowners rebuild after catastrophic fire losses, offering a comprehensive and streamlined approach to reconstruction. Our mission became personal after the Marshall Fire, where over 1,200 homes were lost, including two dozen of our own builds. We stepped in immediately, working closely with the local community to develop a plan to rebuild quickly, safely, and affordably. Over the past two years, we have successfully helped more than 120 homeowners return home. Now, we bring that same expertise, compassion, and efficiency to those recovering from recent wildfires in Altadena and the Palisades.
HOW WE ARE DIFFERENT
Choosing Remington Rebuild means choosing a faster, more cost-effective, and stress-free path home. Traditional Custom Rebuild Process: Requires homeowners to hire and coordinate architects, engineers, and general contractors—a time-consuming and expensive process. Our Approach: We offer a streamlined, pre-designed semi-custom process that allows for personalization without the headaches. Semi-Custom Home Designs: We offer dozens of professionally designed home plans in various styles and sizes, allowing you to customize layouts, finishes, and features while benefiting from a proven, cost-efficient construction model. Fast-Track Permitting: Because our plans are pre-designed to align with permitting requirements, homeowners who select our designs can take full advantage of the Fast-Track permitting process, significantly reducing delays and allowing construction to commence much sooner than traditional custom builds.
Phase One; where to begin
The process of rebuilding after a natural disaster is long and overwhelming, we are here to help by providing clarity, support, and expert guidance.
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Understanding Your Next Steps
Before rebuilding begins, it's important to collect key information. We can help you: - Gather essential homeowner and property data such as insurance reports, property records, assessments, etc. - Identify any missing documents that could impact your timeline. - Answer pressing questions
Making the Best Decision For You
We understand that every homeowner's situation is unique. We take a personal approach to evaluating your circumstances based on: - Insurance coverage and financial considerations - Property condition and rebuilding options - Timeline & personal needs.
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Phase Two; laying the groundwork
Before construction can begin, it's essential to track down important paperwork, understand financial considerations, and coordinate approvals.
Insurance Company
Insurance Company – It's important to remember that your insurance company is not your advocate. Their goal is to limit losses, often at the expense of the policyholder. Many homeowners don’t realize that their initial claim settlement may not reflect what they are truly entitled to receive. Our team of insurance experts can help ensure you maximize your benefits and receive the full compensation you deserve.
Mortgage Company
If you still have a mortgage on your property, your lender will be involved in the rebuilding process to protect their financial interest. Navigating their requirements can be challenging, but we’ve seen multiple approaches through our previous customers and can provide general guidance to help you make informed decisions. Key considerations when working with your mortgage company: - Insurance Proceeds: Most lenders retain your insurance payout until construction begins, then release funds in stages as work progresses. - Forbearance Options: You may qualify for a temporary payment suspension while rebuilding—check with your lender. - Approval Requirements: Some lenders require approval of your rebuild plans before work can begin. - Challenges of Paying Off Your Mortgage: While this may seem like a straightforward option, it can introduce unexpected complexities that may delay or complicate the rebuild process. We’re happy to share insights from past rebuilds to help you understand your options and make the best decisions for your situation.
Grant Programs
There are many grant programs and financial resources available to support your rebuilding journey. These can help with rental assistance, clothing and personal items, construction rebates, and more. We actively track new grant opportunities and will keep our Resources Section updated for your reference as they become available. Many grants require documentation from your builder, and certain construction milestones may be necessary for fund disbursement. In addition, FEMA and the SBA offer financial assistance and loan programs. While these programs have specific qualification criteria and an application process that can take time, they can be valuable resources if they align with your situation. Because most of these programs require collaboration with your builder or contractor, it's essential to work with a team that understands the process. With our experience rebuilding over 120 homes lost in the Marshall Fire, we are well-versed in working alongside grant agencies and financial assistance programs, ensuring you have the best chance to maximize available funding.
Rebuilding Timeline
Listed below are the major steps of rebuilding after a fire, but keep in mind there are many, smaller steps in-between.
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Clean Up
Hazardous Material & Fire Debris Removal: - When will this be completed? The timeline depends on local jurisdiction and available services. - Will you use private services or the Army Corps of Engineers? Both are options—government-led cleanup is often cost-covered, while private removal may be faster and may be covered by insurance. - How is this paid for? Costs may be covered through insurance, FEMA assistance, state/local recovery funds, or grants.
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Floorplan & Design
Choosing a Plan & Design that Fits Your Vision & Budget: - Is the plan within your budget? Factor in not just the home but also landscaping, retaining walls, fencing, and window coverings. - Will you modify or upgrade? If expanding or upgrading beyond your original home, consider the financial and permitting implications.
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Financial Planning
Determine Your Financial Position for Rebuilding: - Will you rely solely on insurance proceeds? - Do you plan to invest additional cash to expand or enhance your rebuild? - Would a construction loan be beneficial to finance the project?
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Start of Construction
Managing Timelines & Start of Construction: - Filing for a Building Permit: Will you qualify for a fast-track permit, or must you go through the traditional approval process? - How long will it take to build? - Unexpected Costs & Delays: Construction always comes with surprises. How does your builder handle unforeseen challenges? - Choosing Options & Finishes: Selecting your interior and exterior finishes to personalize your home.
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Choosing a Team
Constructing a home involves 30 or more subcontractors, trades, and vendors. You could attempt to coordinate this yourself if you have the time and expertise, but most homeowners choose to hire a general contractor to manage the process. There are two primary paths forward: 1. The Custom Route: Hire an architect to develop plans, a structural engineer to engineer the home, and a general contractor to execute the build. 2. The Turnkey Route: Choose a builder who provides all of these services under one roof, streamlining the process and often reducing cost and timeline. Each approach has its advantages, and we can help guide you to the best option for your needs.
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Return to Home
Final steps include: - Final inspections and approvals - Utility reconnections - Walk-throughs and warranty reviews - Moving back in and making your house a home again!
Get Inspired
It's never too early to start to think about what you really want out of your new home. A new take on a beloved space, a new beginning. There are so many possibilities...