A construction company might have a dazzling portfolio, but you can’t tell from the photographs whether those projects were completed on schedule and on budget. You also need to interview the contractor and learn about their process. Skilled communication, smart planning, and dynamic project management...
When a builder provides pre-construction services, it means more than just planning before construction. The builder will work in conjunction with you, the architect, the engineer, and other stakeholders to come up with the best possible plans before building. By contrast, a design-build process that does...
New Home Construction can be quite frustrating. As daunting as it may seem, the process of building a home follows a fairly tidy path — as long as you establish what you want and find the right builder to make it happen. It can be quite...
People tend to prefer new home construction for the obvious reasons — choosing the finishes, creating a modern layout, and so forth — yet building a home brings a lot of value beyond the customization aspect. Building is cost-effective, convenient, and more straightforward compared to...
Most people are not familiar with residential construction loans until they day they actually investigate what it takes to build a custom home. Before the mortgage begins, the builder needs funds to start construction — so unless you have cash available or the builder agrees...
Enjoy the benefits of having your home custom built in a way that promotes health and respects the environment. Our actions and decision can have a positive or negative impact on the environment. For this reason home owners should seek to implement eco - friendly...
It is very important for home owners to understand the construction process. As complicated as it is to purchase an existing home, building a new home has even more unique elements. From financing to customizing to ensuring timely completion, there are many details to work...
Construction and remodeling contracts consist of detailed plans and lists of terms that answer the “who, what, and when” of the project. These elements should be present and easily understood by all parties: Architectural drawings Specifications for material types and labor standards Payment terms and schedule Progress schedule, and...
How does one differentiate between the average contractor and the best in the business? Construction and renovation are about more than just checking off boxes. There are elements of design and artistry, along with a human element of trust and respect. When conducting research and weighing...
The complexity and high stakes of commercial construction can be confidently navigated with proper planning and the right partners. The potential pitfalls may be obvious and these are missteps during pre-construction, funding and budget problems, and design flaws that cause problems throughout the project. The...