{"id":49,"date":"2020-01-27T18:23:34","date_gmt":"2020-01-27T18:23:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bafcorp.com\/blog\/?p=49"},"modified":"2020-01-27T18:23:34","modified_gmt":"2020-01-27T18:23:34","slug":"top-5-benefits-of-hiring-a-general-contractor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bafcorp.com\/blog\/top-5-benefits-of-hiring-a-general-contractor\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 5 Benefits of Hiring a General Contractor"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>When it comes to doing any sort of remodeling or construction work, one is often posed with the question, \u201cShould I hire a general contractor or just do it myself?\u201d For small, residential handy-work and similar renovations, the <em>DIY<\/em> approach might be a more economical and efficient choice. However, if you are dealing with commercial or industrial real estate, the need for a professional and seasoned general contractor is almost non-negotiable. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Continue reading to learn the top five benefits of using a general\ncontractor for commercial construction work, and get an idea of just how important\ntheir services can be in terms of your business\u2019s appeal, performance, and\noverall financial success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"488\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bafcorp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Indianapolis-Commercial-General-Contractors-e1580149297508.jpg\" alt=\"Indianapolis Commercial General Contractors\" class=\"wp-image-50\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bafcorp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Indianapolis-Commercial-General-Contractors-e1580149297508.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.bafcorp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Indianapolis-Commercial-General-Contractors-e1580149297508-300x163.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bafcorp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Indianapolis-Commercial-General-Contractors-e1580149297508-768x416.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption>Indianapolis Commercial General Contractors 317-253-0531<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Hire a Pro?<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Sure, having jurisdiction allows you to take control of your\ncommercial construction project; but that doesn\u2019t mean you have to, nor does it\nmean you should. There are infinite reasons why a general contracting company\nis the better choice for commercial building and construction. From accountability\nand organization, to building codes, craftsmanship, economics, facility\nmaintenance, and more, the spectrum of benefits offered by a commercial general\ncontractor is unparalleled to any other considerable option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Overall, you can narrow down the reasons why you should\nalways hire a professional contractor for commercial construction to just five.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2776 Laws<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Some municipalities allow commercial proprietors to perform\ntheir own construction work, but not all. This means that in certain townships,\nit is illegal to have such work done without a licensed contractor overseeing the\nproject. Even in cities where you are permitted to do so, building codes and\npermits will pose a very serious risk. Not only are there legal repercussions\nfor not properly adhering to such codes and permit laws, there are also health\nand safety risks. Professional contractors are adept in building codes and related\nconstruction laws, therefore relieving you of any liability of having to both\nknow and achieve proper building codes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2777 Efficiency<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>A general contractor coordinates, manages, and executes all\naspects of a construction or remodeling project. They are the single-source of\ncommunication and accountability for clients and all subcontractors, therefore\nenhancing the efficiency of a commercial construction project. This form of construction\nmanagement streamlines the entire process from start to finish, making it\neasier to meet deadlines, stick with strict agendas, and mitigate setbacks or\ndelays. As a result, time saved equals money saved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2778 Liability Insurance <\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Not only does a general contractor relieve a client of\nliability when it comes to project initiation and completion, it also relieves\nthem of accident liability. In the case that a sub-contractor gets injured on\nthe job, the legal liability for an accident claim falls onto the general\ncontractor. &nbsp;A professional general\ncontracting company will have top-of-the-line worker&#8217;s compensation insurance\nto cover such incidents. &nbsp;Without a\ngeneral contractor, this liability could easily transfer to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2779 Overhead<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>A good general contractor has premium connections in the industry,\nand maintains professional relationships with various architects, designers, vendors,\nsuppliers, manufacturers, and of course, sub-contractors in the field. For this\nreason, they have the ability to get better prices on everything from materials\nand labor, to equipment, shipping, permits, and more. If you choose them for facility\nmaintenance service, you will save even more in the long run.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u277a Warranties<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most admired benefits of hiring a licensed\ngeneral contractor for a commercial construction project is warranty-covered\nwork. Most established and professional general contractor companies offer\nwarranties and similar guarantees for their work. Without a warranty, you are likely\npaying out of pocket if something goes wrong a few months down the line. A\ngeneral contractor can back their work; can you?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Central Indiana Commercial Contractors to Trust<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact BAF Corporation at 317-253-0531<\/strong> to learn how our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bafcorp.com\/commercial-construction-services\/general-contracting.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Indianapolis general contractors (opens in a new tab)\">Indianapolis general contractors<\/a> can help you achieve your business goals. We provide full-service general contracting and construction building services for commercial, corporate, and industrial industries in Indianapolis, Indiana and its surrounding districts. Why choose us? We operate as your single source of contact, which reduces your burden, plus ensures clear and concise client-contractor communication, turnkey service, and custom-tailored results. Call our office today to discuss your commercial construction needs, today. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"107\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bafcorp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/BAF-Corporation-Commercial-Construction-Contractors-1024x107.png\" alt=\"Indianapolis Commercial General Contracting and Design Build Services\" class=\"wp-image-19\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bafcorp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/BAF-Corporation-Commercial-Construction-Contractors-1024x107.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bafcorp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/BAF-Corporation-Commercial-Construction-Contractors-300x31.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bafcorp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/BAF-Corporation-Commercial-Construction-Contractors-768x80.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bafcorp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/BAF-Corporation-Commercial-Construction-Contractors.png 1209w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Contact Us Today 317-253-0531<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to doing any sort of remodeling or construction work, one is often posed with the question, \u201cShould I hire a general contractor or just do it myself?\u201d For small, residential handy-work and similar renovations, the DIY approach &hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bafcorp.com\/blog\/top-5-benefits-of-hiring-a-general-contractor\/\">Continue reading <span class=\"meta-nav\">&rarr;<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":50,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[10,12,18,11],"tags":[4,6,32,33,28,34],"class_list":["post-49","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-commercial-construction","category-commercial-general-contractors","category-construction-management","category-general-contracting","tag-commercial-construction-company-indianapolis-indiana","tag-commercial-general-contractors-indianapolis","tag-construction-management-indianapolis","tag-do-i-need-general-contractor","tag-general-contractors-indianapolis","tag-hire-general-contractor"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bafcorp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/49","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bafcorp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bafcorp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bafcorp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bafcorp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=49"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.bafcorp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/49\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":51,"href":"https:\/\/www.bafcorp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/49\/revisions\/51"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bafcorp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/50"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bafcorp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=49"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bafcorp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=49"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bafcorp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=49"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}