• For the Cost Baseline, some activities may cost more or less than planned
  • Go to the "Changes" section, enter an "ID#" and a brief explanation and the original amount
  • Enter the change in the appropriate part of the Cost Baseline

Julie Smith enjoyed the project presentation from last quarter. With her approval, Pat is moving forward with the next phase - Execution. A lot has happened and will require several updates to the project documents.

Cleaning out the house

Pat ordered a very large dumpster ($400) that is sitting in the front yard. It looks ugly, but the driveway and carport are still accessible. Every day he works on cleaning the inside of the house.

Occasionally family and friends drop by to help. This has been very helpful when moving the appliances (from the kitchen and utility room) out to the carport.

A recommendation

The next-door neighbor, Jim, just had some major electrical work completed. He was pleased with the work and cost. Jim took Pat on a little tour to show the work accomplished and shared the cost. It was very impressive. Jim gave Pat the contact information for Bolt Electrical Company.

Pat made arrangements to meet with Samantha (Sam) Bolt, the owner and sole employee of Bolt Electrical Company at the Fixer-Upper House. After the walk-through, Sam prepared a work order with the following information:

• Inspect wire/rewire (if necessary) for washer, dryer, refrigerator, stove, dishwasher
• Inspect wire/rewire (if necessary) for existing light fixtures (10)
• Inspect wire/rewire for all wall outlets and light switch covers
• Ensure the dining room and kitchen are ready for light/ceiling fans
• At the main electrical box, will provide new coding and mapping for all electrical runs
• Estimated 4 days (8 hrs per day) at $100/hr.
• If material is required, estimated an additional $100 to $200
• Bonus (no charge): Sam is a volunteer for Habitat for Humanity (HH)! She will remove all wall outlets and light switch covers and donate them to HH.

At the moment, her current assignment has been delayed by a week. She can start tomorrow. Pat made sure she realized the house is still being cleared of debris. Sam did not see that as an issue. Both signed off on the estimate. Sam will start tomorrow at 9 am.

A visit with the Sponsor

Reminder from BUS 260: Aunt Julie made arrangements for a construction account with the local Hardware Store. Pat has been authorized to place orders to this account.

Pat feels the clean-up is coming along and wants to get ready for the painting (sweat equity) and windows (contract). After some discussion with his Aunt Julie, they agreed on one color for walls and ceilings. A neutral off-white will do it!

Pat shared that the last time he was at the Hardware Store he picked up a brochure from the local Power Company. They have a 10% rebate for replacing windows and doors with double-paned and energy-efficient features. They can be ordered through the local Hardware Store and arrangements made for installation.

Getting these two things going seems like a good idea and Julie agrees!

He also mentioned the agreement with Sam. Julie says she is so pleased that things are moving and thanks Pat for keeping her informed.

A visit to the local Hardware Store

Pat spent $5,000 on paint, drop cloths, tape, a paint sprayer, brushes, and a few miscellaneous items.

Pat placed an order for the windows ($9,000) for the 15 windows. This was a bit more than he was expecting, but it includes the installation. The windows will be delivered in two weeks by the team doing the work. The installation estimate is two to three days.

That was enough for today!

Back to the local Hardware Store

Pat feels the painting and windows are almost done. Time to look at flooring and appliances

Pat found some nice Oak Laminated flooring. The store has a list of preferred contractors to do the installation. He placed the order ($6500) and selected three possible installers from the list to call later.

Pat thinks this might be his lucky day! The Store is holding an appliance sale! The more you buy the bigger the discount, up to 20%. The delivery and hook-up are free. He has ordered the following appliances: a washer, dryer, stove, microwave, dishwasher, and refrigerator. The original estimate was spot-on and can now subtract the 20% discount.

Great news! The appliance crew will also pick up the old appliances. Clearing out the carport will make things look a lot better!

The order has been placed. they agreed to hold for a month, just give them a week's notice. Pat wants to check on the flooring installation first.

Later in the day, Pat starts calling the floor installers. The first two are booked for the next two months. The last one has an opening in two weeks. After talking some more, the installer, David, thinks it should only take 3 to 4 days. Pat and David make a verbal agreement. David follows up with a docu-sign text and a Deliverable Acceptance form.

The next day, Pat calls the store for the appliances to be delivered and installed in three weeks. He also called the dumpster company for the current dumpster to be replaced.

Another visit with the Sponsor

Pat thanked his Aunt Julie for volunteering as a painter! Her support and all the other's help have made this project possible!

He also updated Julie on his recent purchases and is feeling very good about how this is all coming together.

Tomorrow, he is going to pick out the kitchen material and light fixtures.

He would also like to make a change to the landscaping. After closer inspection, the fence is falling apart. He also noticed that several homes have small to medium-sized hedges in front. Most of them are boxwood, an evergreen shrub. The Store is selling young boxwood plants for $5 each. He thought 6 in front and two each on the side (for a total of 10 or $50) would be perfect.

The fence would be removed. Along the front and sides (about 6 feet), the lawn would be removed by about 3 feet. Once the shrubs are planted, mulch ($20) would cover the ground and a soaker hose ($20) could be put in place. After a few years, the shrubs will have filled in the space. This would reduce the cost of maintaining the fence and the flowers that were originally proposed.

The original budget is $150. This proposal is only $90. It might take more sweat equity; but, less effort in the future.

Julie finally agreed. She loves flowers; but, realized they are easier to keep up when at her place!

Last visit to the local Hardware Store

Pat is heading to the Kitchen section of the store, it is time for the new cabinets, sink, faucet, and countertops! He has been reviewing brochures and talking to the salesperson for some time and knows exactly what he wants. The sales clerk recognizes him right away and kids him about finally making a decision.

Pat pulls out his sheet and starts working down the list! The final cost comes in just as planned $13,900!

He can hardly wait to see Jack put this all together!

Arrangements are made for delivery in 5 days.

Pat's next stop is light fixtures. There are 10 light covers and 2 fans with lights. He also needs plate covers for the light switches and electrical outlets. Total cost at $2750, as planned.

One more stop in the garden area. Aunt Julie approved Pat's Change Request! He picked up 10 boxwood plants, mulch, and two soaker hoses for $90.

COST BASELINE
Project Name: Fixer Upper
Team Name: Dynamic
Date: April 04, 2023
		Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	Total Cost
ID#	Activities
1	Project Name
1.1	Initiate
1.2	Plan
1.3	Execute
1.3.2	Electrical work
1.3.2.1	Bids					$-
1.3.2.2	Scheduling					$-
1.3.2.3	Ceiling Fan		1,000	800		$1,800
1.3.2.4	Light Fixtures		1,750	1,200		$2,950
1.3.3	Flooring
1.3.3.1	Bids					$-
1.3.3.2	New flooring			9,000		$9,000
1.3.4	Windows
1.3.4.1	Bids					$-
1.3.4.2	Windows Replaced			11,000		$11,000
1.3.5	Kitchen Remodel		21,650			$21,650
1.3.6	Paint		8,500			$8,500
1.3.7	Property		$800	$150		$950
1.4	1.4 Monitor and Control
1.5	1.5 Close
	Total	-	33,700	22,150	-	55,850
						55,850
Changes
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