Map access through restoration
Check whether each proposal includes opening, repair, closure and final finishes. An inexpensive partial scope can leave substantial work unassigned.
Compare assumptions
One bidder may assume the source is corrected; another may include investigation. Write down these differences rather than treating the prices as equivalent.
Clarify separate services
Professional design, testing, specialized systems and permits may be separate. Ask who coordinates them and when they are needed.
Plan for additional findings
Concealed conditions need a clear written approval process. Confirm who receives the photos and authorizes extra work before the crew reaches that decision.
Photos help start the review. Access, concealed conditions and required professional review can change the construction scope.