Ready To Renovate Your Office Building?
Deciding to renovate your office building is a big decision. It will involve a significant investment of time and money, and you want to make sure that the final result addresses all of your concerns with the space. That’s why we recommend taking your time with the preparation and really thinking about what your goals are. This can take months – even years! But how do you know when you’re ready to start? Here is a checklist.
#1 Goal Setting
Setting clear goals helps you stay focused on the steps you need to take to reach them. When it comes to an office renovation, people often have a combination of goals revolving around a few key issues. An office redesign can refresh the space, boost employee productivity and morale, prepare for future needs, or reduce operational costs. Start your office renovation planning by identifying the necessary changes to meet your goals.
#2 Decide On A (Realistic) Budget
After understanding the goals for your office renovation, start coming up with a basic budget to cover the associated expenses. It will vary based on factors like material prices, professional fees, and project timeline, but you can typically find averages to get you started. When in doubt, it’s better to allot more funds to cover any unexpected issues.
#3 Get Your Timeline In Order
An office renovation is sure to disrupt your normal working capacity, so you’ll want to plan ahead for a time when your workload may be slower (i.e. not renovating an accounting firm during tax season). Before setting a timeline for your renovation project, ensure you fully understand the scope of work, estimated duration for each task, financial plan, and potential challenges. These are things you can discuss with your contractor, who will be ordering materials and equipment and will be able to give you an idea of the lead times. An experienced contractor like Dunlap will be able to minimize your downtime by careful schedule planning, working during “off” hours, and communicating quickly to resolve any delays.
#4 Hire The Right Contractors For Your Office Building
Once you’re ready to take the next steps, you’ll want to meet with several contractors to find the right one. Request references and a portfolio of similar projects so you can get an idea of their work ethic and quality. Don’t forget to ask about licensing to ensure they have the proper credentials.
If you’d like to get started on your office building renovation, come sit down with us. We’d be happy to discuss your project and see if we might be a good fit. Schedule your meeting today.
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