Last week, we discussed how winter weather can have a negative impact on the cost, scheduling, and completion of your commercial construction project. Although now is not the most ideal time of year to break ground with a new construction build or invasive remodel, it is the perfect time to start planning for one later in the year. Continue reading to find out why, and who to trust for superior commercial remodeling work in Central Indiana.
Now is the Best Time to Plan a Commercial Remodel or Build
When it comes to planning a commercial construction project, whether an entirely new design build or a remodel to an existing space, there are some good reasons why winter is a great time to get it done. First, the weather here in the Midwest is typically very dismal during the winter season, with plenty of precipitation like rain and snow, as well as, shorter days, colder temperatures, and as mentioned last week, frozen ground.
Since the weather poses challenges for actual building work, the next best thing you can do is use this season to make construction or remodeling plans. Not only will you have the time you need for proper planning and preconstruction approval, but you will also have a clearer vision on which kinds of building modifications or additions you want to incorporate in order to accommodate the changing economic environment, COVID-19 procedures, in-office labor, and much more.
Take Your Time With Construction Planning
The best commercial construction projects are those that are not rushed. Planning your commercial construction remodel during the winter season gives you ample time to finalize every specification down to the very last detail, and line up all necessary general contractor and subcontractor work. Furthermore, it ensures that your design build objectives are met as specified, and that all scheduling, building code requirements, procurements, and more are coordinated properly. This level of planning saves time, which also saves money.
Get the Preconstruction Process Out of the Way
For all commercial construction projects, the preconstruction process is generally the longest phase out of all the phases of a design build construction project. The preconstruction process involves several steps, including building leasing, real estate acquisition, conceptual estimating, constructability reviews, feasibility studies, paperwork filings, space planning and permitting, zoning, budgeting, scheduling, and much more. You can expect the preconstruction process to take at least a couple of months, and upwards of 6 months or more, depending on the scope and details of the project.
Make Changes to Accommodate Future Needs or Objectives
The winter season, plus all of 2020, will give you ideas on how you want to your space to be. Perhaps you wish to have all private office spaces, or a more open space plan? It might be possible that you want to add a commercial kitchen or café to your building? Maybe you would like to include health and safety designs and technologies, like outdoor spaces, touch-free devices, clean air circulation systems, and ADA bathroom compliance inclusions. All of these plans are possible when addressed well ahead of time.
Commercial Construction Management in Central Indiana
Contact BAF Corporation at 317-253-0531 when you are looking for trusted commercial management in Indianapolis, Indiana and its surrounding locations. Our skilled and experienced commercial general contractors serve all corporate, commercial, and industrial industries in Indianapolis, Indiana and its surrounding districts. Call today to request free information or to schedule a consultation.
