Selecting the wrong contractor could be the death of your construction project![]() Have you selected the wrong contractor or subcontractor for your construction project? The contractor performed badly, with delays and poor quality? Perhaps there were hidden extra costs and their final price when the work was complete was much higher than you expected? Regrettably many construction projects go badly because the wrong contractor or subcontractor is selected. Often owners or contractors are only focused on the lowest price and select the cheapest contractor who is sometimes the wrong contractor and proves to be very costly. It’s therefore important to consider the following when selecting your contractor:
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17/10/2021 02:48:43 pm
Thank you for giving a proper guidance on selecting the right contractors for a construction project. My uncle is looking for constriction services to build a bigger office as they are expanding their business. I love how you mentioned that we should look for a constriction service that have worked on similar construction projects because contractors there will be a large difference between those who has experience and those who don't. I will share this tips to him so that he could look for the right construction service for his new office.
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21/12/2021 09:31:32 pm
I never knew that often owners or contractors are only focused on the lowest price and select the cheapest contractor who is sometimes the wrong contractor and proves to be very costly. Having a good contractor to choose the best design and option for the land is really hard. Thank you for sharing information about construction and contractors.
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29/12/2021 07:47:37 pm
I never knew that the way project finances are structured, with contractors usually only being able to invoice for work once it’s been completed and then they’re only paid one month to three months later, often after the client has deducted retainage monies, contractors often experience negative cash flows on their construction projects until they are substantially complete. It is really hard to be in construction. I'll share this post with my uncle so that he could have ideas on what to do about construction services.
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29/12/2021 10:27:38 pm
I want to get an area excavated so I can get a pool installed. It makes sense that I would want to get a professional to help me out with this. I'll be sure to find one who has a reputation for quality.
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13/1/2022 10:57:07 am
Thanks for pointing out that some construction projects and clients require contractors to have particular quality registrations. I would imagine that any aspiring building owner would want to have a durable structure. I think they should look for a commercial construction contractor who can use the latest excavation and utility installation equipment to efficiently break ground.
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13/1/2022 10:25:53 pm
For instance, many contractors may be able to deliver a similar project on a commercial building project in the city, I truly appreciate your great post!
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22/1/2022 07:48:55 pm
I found it interesting when you said the negative cash flow will be greater the larger the project. I used to think differently about it not until you explained it briefly and it really got my attention. What you said about excavating contractor was really interesting to me.
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28/1/2022 08:42:26 am
It's a good point to ask your commercial contractor if they have worked on similar construction projects since each project demands specific requirements and safety standards. This got me thinking that it's best to hire a commercial contractor with vast experience in building a different kinds of commercial places. With that said, I'll ensure to look for a commercial contractor with proven experience in building similar projects to ensure they are well-versed to construct them.
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10/2/2022 10:36:49 am
I do agree that it is important that we hire civil contractors for our earthworks that have all the relevant resources. In doing so, we will not need to hire additional contractors or sub contractors for the job. Assuming that I am looking to have a contractor hired, I will definitely look at their resources.
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2/3/2022 01:44:38 am
It helped when you discussed that it's crucial to review a contractor's references and see their finished projects. I think that will allow you to assess if the contractor can handle your commercial construction project. I will make sure to follow the tips you provided here to ensure I am hiring the best commercial construction contractor.
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31/3/2022 09:41:12 am
You make a great point about how accidents can delay projects. I need to get an excavating crew to dig a pool for me. I'll have to consider getting a contractor who is licensed to do it for me.
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22/4/2022 06:52:43 pm
I like your suggestion to consider if the commercial construction contractor you hire to improve your business is already familiar with not only similar projects, but also the type of client you are. We have a small business downtown, so we want to hire a contractor with experience on projects in an urban setting. We will probably get started on our project in a month, so we will be calling for a contractor before then.
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