We have a big site at work but after the company expanded we were running very short on office space. Most of our accounts team was in a demountable office and they were really hot in summer and cold in winter. It was so much better for the whole team once we got the new office block built on site. This blog talks about the process of building a new office block, including the design and construction of a block for your team. I hope it will be useful for anyone looking to build a new office block on their site.
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Finding The Right Contractors For Expediting Your Property Sales
Troy Medina
Whether you're building a single property or a series of them, finding the right contractor pays dividends. You need to know that the team you're hiring will complete the job on time and to specification. Here's some advice for choosing the right people.
On-Time Completion Rate
It's never wise for a contractor to rush the building process. However, you do need to find someone who completes their projects on time. When a contractor has a low on-time completion rate, it suggests they may need more time to finish yours. Alongside causing you to feel frustrated, this could eat into your finances. If you've taken out a loan, the longer you wait to sell your property, the more interest you'll pay. Additionally, not completing on time could mean that you miss out on favourable market conditions.
Choose Someone Local
While searching for a contractor, you may feel as though you've found the perfect person, but they live outside of your area. Although they can perform the work, not being from your locale can place you both at a disadvantage. A local contractor should have a sound knowledge of planning and development issues that crop up in the place where you live. As such, they can anticipate potential stumbling blocks ahead of work beginning and plan accordingly. They're also likely to have a better connection with local suppliers than someone out of the area. If they need extra supplies at the last minute, having such connections can prevent delays.
Scrutinise What They Offer
If you have a list of prospective builders, take a look at what they can and cannot do. For example, can they sign off on gas and electric works? Do they have the right type of insurance for the tasks you need them to perform? Examining these closer details reduces the risk of working with someone who needs to outsource certain tasks. Keeping as much of their work in-house as possible prevents unnecessary delays while they try to find someone who can do certain jobs for them.
Examine The Contract
Once you find someone who you feel can do the work, examine the contract carefully. At this stage, you might want to consult with a legal expert, especially if the project you're working on involves several properties. Examining the contract allows you to avoid terms and conditions that may cost you in the future. It also ensures that the contractor remains compliant with the building rules and regulations for your area.
By paying close attention to all these points, you should find a contractor who can work diligently and bring you closer to selling the properties you're building. Look into property sales to learn more.
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