Notes on reading logs at three in the morning
If you are planning something similar, start small and keep notes. Every project is different, yet the same few mistakes repeat. This came up several times this year, so it seemed worth writing down.
Good materials and clear communication make the rest much easier. The short answer is that it depends, but the reasons are worth going through. The result is not perfect, but it has worked well for over a year.
Asking the right questions at the beginning avoids most surprises. In practice, the details matter more than the overall plan. It is easy to underestimate how much time preparation saves later.