One of the most exciting projects is building a new school. As compared to other construction projects, it’s perhaps one of the most rewarding projects. However, just like any other construction project, it comes with its own challenges. But since mistakes can be time-consuming, difficult, and costly, it’s very important to know them and understand how to avoid them. As a guide, here are the top 5 mistakes to avoid when school building construction.
1. Avoid Choosing a Bad Contractor
Although many people consider being their own contractors, this should not be the case. While building a school this way can save you a lot of money, it’s not the best thing to do. Apart from handling your building project, a contractor will help you get the plan approved and manage your accounts to ensure that you are always within the budget. Because of their experience in choosing the materials, identifying other problems, and working with subcontractors, getting a good contractor will actually save you money. Check the contractors past clients’ review before you hire him or her to ascertain whether or not they would deliver.
2. Before Deciding On The Floor Plan Think About The Space Needs
One of the most common design mistakes is the short term space planning. If you are constructing a school, the space that you need may change over time. It’s, therefore, very important to consider what types of spaces you’ll need during this time.
3. Do Not Make Any Changes During The Construction Phase
It’s very common to make a few changes during the construction phase to suit your floor plan. For instance, you may realize that you want to change the materials that you use for cabinetry or flooring. As compared to the changes during the design stages, changes made during the construction phase are usually more expensive.
4. Know The Cost
It’s very important to know the cost of the building. Basically, you should know the cost of people, materials, equipment, and the whole building process. While you cannot get into the details, you can be aware of how much money is going where. Just get some valuable insights and a rough idea of the cost.
5. Prioritize The Most Important Things
Did you know that even a standard floor pan can include several amenities? It’s, therefore, important to prioritize which amenities and features are most important to you. If you are looking for upgrades, you need to concentrate on those areas.
Bottom-line
There you have it; some of the most common mistakes that you need to avoid during a school building construction project. If you avoid most of them, your school project will definitely succeed.
