Category: Commercial Construction
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Commercial Building Construction Sequence | Storee Construction
Whether it’s a new apartment building downtown or a mixed-use facility in the suburbs, a lot has to happen before that ceremonial golden shovel is plunged into the earth. While everyone notices the excavators, cranes, and chain-link fences at the site, months and even years went into the planning. It’s all part of the commercial…
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7 Things to Look For in a Preconstruction Partner
When choosing a team for a construction project, much of the focus is placed on their ability to manage the construction phase. With boots on the ground and hammers to nails, there’s no arguing that having a capable team during this stage is essential. However, success in the construction phase is dependent on what comes before:…
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How to Reduce Change Orders on Your Construction Project
Change orders have earned themselves a bad reputation among project owners, construction teams, and design teams alike. While they’re an important tool to ensure the needs and vision of the final product are met, they can often lead to extended schedules and additional costs. That said, they’re not always a bad thing. An owner submitting…
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Three Simple Steps to Planning a Construction Project
Starting a construction project can seem daunting. Between budgets, the design, the schedule, and more, there’s a seemingly infinite number of things to consider. During the planning process, these considerations can have a significant impact on the construction process and the final product. But with the right approach, you can keep the project planning phase…
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5 Ways You Can Refresh Your Commercial Facility Without Breaking the Bank
Your building is a physical representation of your business or organization. It’s a large contributor to your clients’, employees’, and the community’s first impression of your business. Putting your best foot forward can attract new clients and create a motivating and comfortable environment for your team to thrive. However, keeping a building feeling fresh and…
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Why It’s Essential to Clarify Your Construction Project’s Scope of Work
Scope of work documents may be only a few pages long, but the information it contains is essential to the success of your construction project. Taking the time to clarify this document can save you time and money, and it can also lead to a better end result. What Is a Scope of Work? A…
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White Paper: Technological Considerations in Construction
In this White Paper, we break down six forward-thinking technological considerations for your next construction project. Learn how technology can improve your project’s efficiency, save you money, and positively impact your schedule. Fill out the information below for your free download! Oops! We could not locate your form. View the original article and our…
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Winter Weather & Construction: What You Need to Know
After long, scorching summer days, cooler weather can be a welcome change for construction workers. But colder temperatures bring a unique set of challenges to jobsites. Winter weather’s impact on construction requires creative solutions and close collaboration. From frozen subgrade and adhesives to icy conditions, contractors have to plan projects around low temperatures and snow…
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Life-Cycle Cost Analysis & Its Role in Value Engineering
When starting a new construction project, every building owner’s goal is to maximize the value of their facility. During the value engineering process, an owner and their project team look for ways to do just that. But sometimes, value engineering focuses too much on reducing the short-term costs of the project, and not enough on…
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6 Steps of a Construction Project
When many people think about what goes into a construction project, they picture big machines on job sites, methodically erecting their new building. However, it takes quite a bit of planning and teamwork to get to that stage. These steps are less apparent but just as important. In this blog, we’ll take a look at…