Construction & Contractors Blog
Having a new shopping center built is a huge endeavor to take on, so you need a quality commercial contractor to rely on throughout the process. Here are a few important things you should ask when choosing a construction company to work with:
Can the Job Be Done in Sections?
If your new shopping center will accommodate multiple different stores and buildings, you may be able to get half of it built and open up that half, while the second half is being built. This will allow you to start making money quickly and enable customers to get to know the shopping complex so by the time it is completely built you will have already established your shopping center as a reputable and enjoyable place to shop.
But you can only accomplish this if your commercial construction company agrees to go along with the plan. Make sure that they are willing to essentially split your building project into two separate projects and find out how they plan to do it. Also, make sure that they are willing to work with your building designer to determine what sections to build first and how to block those areas off from the rest of the construction site so it's safe for people to shop.
How Will the Site Remain Clean and Safe?
It's important to find out how your contractor plans to keep your shopping center clean and safe while they work. If nails and other materials are left around the grounds, someone could get injured whether a laborer, an investor, or a potential tenant. If a tenant or investor gets hurt, you could face a personal injury lawsuit. If someone on the construction team is injured, it could slow down your build.
Therefore, your contractor should have a plan in place that includes things like having dumpsters dispersed throughout the construction site, which will help to keep the site clean and safe for everyone involved. Ask them for a list of steps they will be taking to ensure safety and cleanliness overall.
Are Timeline Guarantees Offered?
You should also find out whether any timeline guarantees are offered. If your building project is not complete on time, it could set your grand opening back and potentially cost you and your investors quite a bit of money. It could also inconvenience your tenants and even drive some of them away to set up their stores elsewhere. So, make sure that your contractor stands by the timelines they give you by offering a guarantee of some kind. The guarantee could be in the form of a significant discount on their services or free upgrade services in the future.
Share23 October 2020
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