Terms of Design

HOURS OF OPERATION AND AVAILABILITY:

We are open on weekdays from 8am-5pm.
When receiving calls and emails we strive to get back to everyone within 24 hours. If it gets late in the day we may respond via email to protect our clients off time. Weekend communications will be returned the following work week.

It is recommended that you reach out to us as soon as you know you will need our services. This way we can ensure we are able to procure a mutually beneficial date. Also we need to start working on purchasing and curating a specific look for your space as soon as possible.

We reserve the right to decline services.

PROPOSAL FOR HOME STAGING SERVICES:

At this time we are not charging for on site previews and proposals. However, if they are out of the 20 mile radius a $40 travel/time fee will be charged and collected PRIOR to the site preview.

What is included in the investment to home stage (i.e. Why does it cost this):

We draft our proposal based on the labor and materials needed for staging your home. While it may look like we are only working at your job site on the day of staging, a lot of work goes on behind the scenes. There is specific design planning and curating for your listing, selecting inventory, pulling inventory, packing inventory, loading inventory onto the truck, delivery, moving inventory out of the truck, and on-site installation. After your house is sold, we pack everything up, unload them in the warehouse, and restock everything.

On average, 70-80 man-hours go into each staging project.

A lot of heavy lifting (literally) goes into your staging project and labor is not cheap, especially good labor. Materials cost money as well. There is a lot of behind the scene time spent trying to find unique and good quality inventory that will make your home stand out. Periodically, we hire contractors to help us organize and maintain our inventory.

If you like what we do and you want us to achieve what you have seen in our portfolio, we need to charge you what we asked for in your proposal.

PAYMENT + SCHEDULE:

Your preferred staging project or decorating project date is not confirmed until we have received your signed agreement (electronic signature) with a 50% non-refundable deposit payment.

The remaining balance is due two days prior to your decorating/staging project date. This is also outlined on your invoice and work agreement.

For personal shopping a retainer is required before work starts.

For consults the full amount is required 2 days prior to the appointment. This is to ensure we do not have open appointments due to cancelations

Any additional fees due to revisions, or additional requests, must receive the client’s approval in writing before proceeding.

A final invoice will be presented to reflect these changes. No products will be presented until the invoice is paid in full.

Any changes such as requesting additional inventory (by either homeowners or agents), change of props & furniture, or additional design hours on site caused by unfinished work (constructions, cleaning crew, electricians, tile installers, plumbers, etc.), will be presented in the final invoice.

For additional inventory or change of furniture & props requested, additional delivery and installation fees may be assessed.

Because there are many factors that can delay the completion, such as the size of your door, narrow stairways, elevators, etc., we highly recommend not scheduling a photographer on the same day.

INVENTORY:

Our inventory is available for sale. Feel free to let us know if you are interested. We can also order new furnishing and accessories for your new home. Just let us know by emailing us at nika@nikainteriors.com.

Our furnishing for short-term rental (1 week or less) is only available to the trade. We do not rent to the general public.

INSURANCE:

We carry general liability insurance, which only covers damages when we are the one that causes injuries to others or others’ property. Homeowners are responsible if our furnishing & accessories are damaged, stolen, or accidentally packed during the sale process. All furnishing and home accessories are props only, for display purposes. Nika Interiors is not liable for any unintended use.

NO GUARANTEE OF OUTCOME:

We do excellent work, but unfortunately, we cannot guarantee our work will necessarily yield your desired outcomes. While home staging is a proven and well-used technique in marketing sales of homes, we cannot guarantee your listings will sell, will sell faster and for more money. We always recommend hiring a professional photographer and experienced agent who will price and market your property right.

If you like what we do, please send us your testimonial, or post one on review sites like Google, Yelp, etc. We thank you in advance!