How Do I Make Sure My Project Goes Well? Tampa General Contractor On Planning A Construction Project

Starting a construction project can be an exciting and new experience for many clients. But it’s important to note that every project runs into problems. Thankfully, there are a few important factors that can be used to prevent issues. In this article, we will talk about the 3 factors that are vital in making sure a project goes well. 

Design.

When you have a properly designed project, that means all aspects of the project have a specification. All installations are planned beforehand and you know what it is, what materials are being used, and how to acquire the materials.

If these design elements aren’t figured out before the project begins, things can be missed and necessary preparations that would have to be made for certain installation aspects may not be completed. Relevant information hasn’t been shared with the parties involved, which needs to happen. 

The project’s design process takes into account all the little details that make for a great construction project. 

Planning.

Planning is the schedule for what people are going to do during a project. All construction projects contain sub-tasks within them. Such as drywall, plumbing, and electrical roles. Each member involved with the project has to be put in the proper order and make sure their job is finished in its entirety so that the next person can properly complete their role. 

Having a proper planning schedule prevents installment issues in a project. Such as missing an outlet, which would then require the drywall to be removed and reinstalled. 

If your contractor isn’t giving you a published schedule, that is also a problem. Having a schedule is vital in creating a smooth-flowing, successful project. 

Oversight/supervision.

This means that there is someone viewing the job site, looking at photo reports, and logging issues they see so that they are quickly resolved. This is the role of a general contractor. 

A general contractor is someone who works with both the tradespeople and homeowners to ensure things are running smoothly and being completed efficiently. This is why it’s extremely important to have a general contractor when beginning a construction project. They help with navigating you through the construction process and solving installation issues. 

Design, planning, and oversight are extremely important factors in determining the success of a project. Without one of these positions, the project can experience installment, planning, or design issues. 

If you have a remodeling question or inquires about remodeling your space in the Tampa Bay Area, please send an email to homeloveconstruction@gmail.com 

-Brad Bachand

Transcribed/Published by Emily Lavechia