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Commercial Questions & Answers

 Here are some of the most common questions from our clients and prospective clients with answers.  If you have a question that you would like answered, email us, and we will try to get back to you with a response as quickly as possible.

 

Q:  Can you remodel my business without having me move out of the building?

A:  Yes it is possible on many commercial remodeling jobs to stage the work so you can continue operations.  We try to minimize our impact on your business while work is underway.  In the event your project requires relocation of business activity we make sure our fast tack job management and design/build capabilities minimize your inconvenience.

Q:  Do I need to hire an architect to design my business remodel?

A:  We welcome your architects participation but in many cases our design build capabilities make the need for an outside architect unnecessary.  Our design/build team includes designers, licensed architects, engineers and other building consultants that can be used on as needed basis.  This keeps costs down and timeline short.
Q:  I was thinking about acting as my own contractor on my remodeling job to save money.  What problems might I face?

A:  Most people underestimate the amount of time, effort and knowledge it takes to contract their own job.  As an expert in your business that you're have high productive value to your business that far exceeds your value as a contractor.
Subcontractors, especially good ones may choose to work with regular contractors only or charge higher prices to work with you.   This reflects their expectation that you will be less organized and less capable of keeping all subs on a schedule thus throwing your schedule off and extending the duration and costs of the project.  You will also be less likely be able to recognize problems in advance and schedule work in the proper sequence.  This combined with the loss of your expertise and value to your business makes it wise to work with a outside contrator.
Q:  I want to update my business facility but how can I afford it?

A:  Richart offers several services including helping you analyze your needs and designing projects that will meet your business requirements as well as your budget.  Our design/build team can show you how to update, refurbish, remodel and increase the productivity of your facility without breaking the budget.

Q:  I would like to work on our interior with my restaurant designer can you do the structural and exterior work?

A: Yes!  We are always willing to work with your consultants and designers.  The scope of our work is dependent on your needs and desires.  We often work on projects with outside specialist.

Q:  I am moving into a new lease space that requires remodeling.  What do you do to make sure you will meet my timeline for an opening date?

A:  Richart's design/build program and fast track job
management system give us the tools to handle even the most challenging tenant improvement project.  Let us help you create the job schedule and finished project that meets your operational needs and financial requirements.  We understand time is money and we will dedicate ourselves to making sure you are up and running on or ahead of schedule.

 

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