HOME IMPROVEMENT PROPOSAL
PREPARED FOR
Acme Co
PREPARED BY
Northwind Studio
DATE
August 18, 2026
HOME IMPROVEMENT PROPOSAL
A proposal from Northwind Studio outlining the scope, schedule, and investment for your kitchen, bath, deck, or addition project.
PREPARED FOR
Acme Co
PREPARED BY
Northwind Studio
DATE
August 18, 2026
Northwind Studio
HOME IMPROVEMENT PROPOSAL
This proposal outlines the renovation Northwind Studio will build for Acme Co. It covers the defined project scope, permits and inspections, subcontractor coordination, and how we run the job day-to-day so it lands on spec, on schedule, and on budget.
DURATION
6 weeks
From mobilization through final walkthrough.
TRADES
4
Licensed subs coordinated on your behalf.
WARRANTY
12 months
Workmanship warranty from close-out.
Northwind Studio
HOME IMPROVEMENT PROPOSAL
The project runs across three phases. Each closes with a review walkthrough on site before the next begins.
PHASE 1 · PREP AND PERMITS
Final measurements, material orders, permit filings, dumpster and site protection setup, and a written schedule that maps every trade day-by-day before demo begins.
PHASE 2 · DEMOLITION AND CONSTRUCTION
Controlled demolition, rough framing, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC per plan, followed by drywall, finishes, fixtures, and cabinetry with inspections booked at every required stage.
PHASE 3 · PUNCH-LIST AND CLOSE-OUT
Final inspection, joint walkthrough, punch-list resolution, deep clean, and delivery of your warranty packet with care instructions for every installed finish.
Not included: designer fees, appliance upgrades, any upgrades beyond the agreed spec, hidden conditions discovered during demo (handled by written change order), and owner-supplied materials. New scope can be added in writing at any time.
Northwind Studio
HOME IMPROVEMENT PROPOSAL
The project is priced as a fixed contract, broken into a mobilization deposit, progress draws through construction, and a close-out payment. Line items below map to the phases in the scope of work.
| Item | Rate | Qty | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mobilization and permits | $3,500 | 1 | $3,500 |
| Construction phase (materials and labor) | $24,000 | 1 | $24,000 |
| Close-out and punch-list | $2,000 | 1 | $2,000 |
| Total | $29,500 | ||
| Milestone | Share | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Deposit on signature | 15% | Mobilization |
| Progress draws | Weekly | Per completed work |
| Retention at close-out | 5% | On punch-list sign-off |
| Duration | 6-8 weeks | Weather permitting |
Invoices are due within 15 days. Mobilization is scheduled within 2 weeks of signature, subject to the start date you provide on the acceptance page.
Northwind Studio
HOME IMPROVEMENT PROPOSAL
To proceed, complete the fields below and sign. This proposal is valid for 30 days from the date on the cover.
PROJECT ADDRESS
PREFERRED START DATE
CLIENT
Acme Co
PROVIDER
Northwind Studio
The Home Improvement Proposal template is a five-page document for putting your engagement on paper before it starts. It carries an overview with stat cards, objectives, a three-phase scope of work, an investment table with a computed total, and an acceptance page with inputs and signatures.
It is intentionally simple: rename what needs renaming in Bonsai, list your actual deliverables, and set the price. Merge fields handle the client details and date, and the last page collects a PO number, start date, and both signatures.
Everything below comes pre-configured. Turn sections on or off, edit the copy, or add your own — Bonsai remembers your choices for next time.
Can I edit every section? Yes — every heading, paragraph, stat, table row, and signature block is fully editable in Bonsai.
Can I add more pages? Yes — add, reorder, or duplicate pages once the template is open.
Do merge fields auto-fill? Yes — Sender, Receiver, and Date pull from your client contact and the current date automatically.