{"id":3854,"date":"2014-08-25T15:49:48","date_gmt":"2014-08-25T15:49:48","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/reviewob.dev\/2014\/08\/25\/choosing-the-right-contractor\/"},"modified":"2014-08-25T15:49:48","modified_gmt":"2014-08-25T15:49:48","slug":"choosing-the-right-contractor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/reviewob.com\/choosing-the-right-contractor\/","title":{"rendered":"Choosing the Right Contractor"},"content":{"rendered":"

Choosing the right contractor makes all the difference in the world in the course of an office renovation or build-out, say Barbara Wright <\/strong>and Patti Lynn Sharp<\/strong> of Barbara Wright Design. Select a contractor with commercial (not just residential) experience, so they know the codes and requirements of a public office space. Further, they must have commercial contacts among material suppliers to ensure that needed components arrive on time and to proper specs. A detailed bid is also a telltale sign of an experienced contractor who has seen the ups and downs that arise in the building process. Finally, don’t go it alone. Let your contractor handle the sub-contractors–and let your designer help you to ensure that your contractor delivers as promised. A three-video series.<\/p>\n

\n
\n
ACTION POINTS<\/h5>\n

HIRE A COMMERCIAL CONTRACTOR<\/strong>. Residential builders don’t know about commercial codes and don’t have relationships with commercial material suppliers.
\nINSIST ON A DETAILED BID<\/strong>. Don’t jump at the lowest bid; the meticulously done bid reflects experience and accountability.
\nPUT YOUR DESIGNER ON YOUR TEAM<\/strong>. Don’t get caught alone in the construction wilderness; your designer can guide you through the rough terrain.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

\n
\n
Choosing a Contractor
\n Well<\/h5>\n
<\/div>\n