One of the most important aspects of any type of commercial construction project is the schedule because everyone wants to finish on time. The faster the project wraps up, the sooner you can get back to your business operations, deliveries, opening and sales. Generally, a contractor will provide you with a timeline regarding an end date, and while it is their responsibility to stick to this schedule, there are things you can do on your end to ensure the project stays on schedule.
The first thing you must do is hire reputable contractors because their skills and experience will allow them to be realistic, and they will provide you with accurate information. Different contractors specialize in different types of projects, so make sure you hire a reputable company whose skills will be suitable for your type of commercial project specifically. Retail stores, condo buildings and restaurants are all very different in terms of building and completion and the only way to get the results you want is to hire the right team. Check on their qualifications before making a decision to ensure they are the ideal contractors for your project.
It’s also best not to make any drastic changes to the project after the details have been finalized because this can cause delays. It is always recommended that you take unforeseeable setbacks and surprise adjustments into consideration when creating a schedule because these things do happen and can cause your project to finish past the date that was originally scheduled. You may not be able to control these but you can control other aspects, and the fewer changes you make, the faster the project will finish, so spend time on the original plan and make smart decisions during the pre-construction phase so that you don’t have to change anything later on, which would delay the schedule.
Lastly, you should always communicate with your contractor to ensure everyone is on the same page. Schedule regular on-site visits and contact them often throughout the building process so that you can review the progress. This will allow you to have a better understanding of the project and its construction and will also allow you to ask any questions to ensure your specifications are being met. It is also important to communicate with your contractor whenever you’re not on-site and your contractor should be able to reach you easily in case an important decision needs to be made or if an issue that is related to the project must be addressed. Whether it’s through phone, email or text, you and your contractor must be able to communicate throughout the entire building process.
If you want to work with reputable and experienced builders, Impact Demolition & Contracting can help. We specialize in commercial renovations and our general contractors can help with projects of any kind. If you are in the Edmonton area and want your project to finish on time, give us a call today!