5 Questions To Ask Before Hiring a Commercial Construction Contractor

5 Questions To Ask Before Hiring a Commercial Construction Contractor

5 Questions To Ask Before Hiring a Commercial Construction Contractor

  • Posted by Tech 24 Construction

1. Have You Ever Done This Type of Project Before?

Experience is extremely important in new constructions and renovations.
         

          Request:

  • • Photographs of work for similar clients
  • • Project portfolios
  • • Customer references

A commercial contractor who knows exactly how to complete your project while following your design vision provides the best-finished results. Companies with a lot of experience are more flexible with last-minute requests and better at finishing within your stipulated timeframe and cost.

 

2. Are Your Builders Licensed, Insured and Bonded?

Working with insured and licensed professionals is essential for project completion. This factor is so important that if a contractor tells you their license “just expired” or is “being processed,” you should walk away immediately.

Trustworthy commercial contractors also take steps to guaranteed any sub-contractors are likewise licensed, bonded and insured. This precaution protects you from liability in case of injuries and accidents, and it also keeps your company and equipment safe.

3. What Work Guarantees Do You Offer?

Professionals offer guarantees regarding work completion and quality. Look for specifics, not hazy promises:

  • • Stipulations regarding project changes
  • • Escalation clause for fluctuating materials costs
  • • Timeframe guarantees
  • • Clearly outlined responsibilities – such as materials procurement
  • • Language stating what happens if contractors don’t deliver

Great contractors who are proud of their reputation are upfront with you about costs. They want to get paid for high-quality work, not trick you into signing something. Never be afraid to ask additional questions about things you don’t understand.

 

4. How Do I Know You’ll Focus On My Project?

You want a company that focuses their attention on your project, provides firm team commitments and delivers on promises:

  • • Guarantees about completion dates
  • • Dedicated project manager
  • • Onsite superintendent

 

5. What Steps Will You Take To Allow My Business To Keep Operating?

This is an important question to ask when dealing with renovations. In addition to exceptional work, you need minimal customer inconvenience. It’s important to have work conditions that keep employees safe.

  • • Dust and noise control
  • • Safety procedures and guarantees
  • • Coordinated shutdowns that don’t disrupt essential work activities
  • • Specific work schedules

 

Work With the Best

At Tech 24 Construction, we take your project seriously. Our extensive experience with commercial construction projects and dedication to quality gives you peace of mind and guarantees exceptional results. For an experienced commercial general contractor, contact us for more information or a consultation for your project.