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dIY consultations
You’re finally building the adventure vehicle of your dreams but are feeling a little anxious now that the van is officially in your driveway. That’s where we come in.
We work with DIY builders who want an expert in their corner before they make a costly mistake. Your van is a big investment and we want to help you protect that investment!
Our DIY consulting sessions are right for you if:
You already own your van.
You’re doing the build yourself but some parts, like cutting holes for windows or the electrical work, feels intimidating.
You have a vision for your van but it could use some more specifics, like a clearer build plan, or what you actually need for your electrical system.
You want to spend your money on the materials, not redoing work a YouTube video told you was an “easy installation”.
You’ve got real questions you’d like to ask a professional about: power setup, water systems, accessories, what extra things you’ll need for winter camping, etc.
And even if you do have a full vision of your ideal adventure van, having a professional give that plan a once-over could save you hundreds if not thousands of dollars in the long run.
What you walk away with:
A clear order of operations so nothing has to be installed twice.
Product suggestions tailored to how you’ll actually use the van based on your lifestyle, pet needs, and the climate you’ll be adventuring in.
A detailed, written summary of your consultation emailed to you so that you don’t have to remember everything we talk about.
A no-pressure quote. Sometimes builds become bigger than you expect, especially when all the parts and tools are calculated. That’s why we always give you a quote in case you ever want us to take over a piece (or all) of the build.
Money saved in the long-term because you’ll have fewer returned parts and ‘redone’ labor to fix mistakes.
Ready to book your DIY consultation?
Is this really worth it?
The short answer? Yes.
The #1 mistake we see DIY builders make? Purchasing products before they make a plan for their build. And, overestimating what they can accomplish on their own.
Insulation before rough-in wiring.
Framing before the layout is locked in.
Purchasing a “good deal” on an electrical system that ends up not being adequate power to run all your gadgets.
Underestimating the true cost of building and owning a van.
Overestimating your buddy’s expertise because he used to be an electrician/plumber/carpenter/etc.
That’s when an unhappy camper comes into our shop and we have to undo their work before we can get them on the right path again, setting them back days and often thousands of dollars.
But guess what?
We could save you all of that heartache for $165.
We’ve been doing this for 20 years. We know the right products for your van and we can help you create a plan of action for your build that prevents having to come back to us with a problem.
The best time to talk to us is before you pick up the saw. Not after something’s gone wrong.
We’d genuinely rather help you get it right the first time than fix it after.
how it works:
Book your session - $165 for one hour in our shop in Boise, paid up front at time of scheduling
Bring your van in along with your plans, Pinterest board, and ideas
We talk it through, going over how you’ll use the van and what amenities you’re considering
We map it out, including guidance on the order of operations for your build plan
You get the consultation summary in your inbox so you can reference it at every stage of the build, along with a quote for any work you’d like us to do for you
We stay in your corner in case you need further help or want us to take over - just reach out!
Need more than an hour? We can do that too. Additional time is billed at our shop rate of $185/hour.
Schedule your appointment today!
Our shop is located in Boise, ID. Map Directions Here
We see it time and time again.
A client buys a van, buys some electrical components and starts getting to it.
A few months go by and they realize the original plan isn’t going to work. They end up in our shop having to back track on their build, and likely purchase additional products.
how a diy consultation saves you money
Here’s a real life example —>
Frequently asked questions
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Everything from complete electrical systems to windows and fans. We take the headache out of DIY van building.
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We have DIY consult sessions available on Wednesday at our shop in Boise.
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We can help you! We are familiar with most RV systems and can assist you with a variety of aftermarket product installations and/or repairs.
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You will receive a summary from your session with us via email along with a detailed quote for any work you’d like us to do on your van. This summary does not include detailed build plan/project plan, blueprints or exact specs.
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We often assist DIY builders with portions of their project where professional expertise is ideal, such as electrical systems, cutting into the van, etc. Your $165 consult fee will be applied to any invoice for 8+ hours of labor if you book within 30 days.
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