Understanding the Process of New Construction Services

Are you planning a commercial construction project? One option is to hire a company specializing in building from the ground up, one that starts with securing an undeveloped piece of land and progressing toward a finished project.

If you’re not interested in buying or leasing a building that doesn’t meet your needs, getting something custom-made might be the perfect option, as a ground-up construction project will let you design a facility uniquely geared toward your company and its employees.

Do you want a special floor plan or other features and amenities unavailable in the existing buildings you’ve looked at? Partner with a company with a long and distinguished track record of successfully helping businesses with new construction services. Working with a company like Ironclad Services can help you achieve your objectives on time and on budget. Plus, we have the experience and expertise needed when building from the ground up.

Continue reading to learn about the steps involved in a successful commercial construction project and the specific benefits of ground-up construction.

Steps of Ground-Up Commercial Construction Project

Several stages are part of the ground-up construction process. You can read up on these various steps in the paragraphs below.

Stage #1: Pre-Construction

You’ll need to allow sufficient time to complete the pre-construction phase, as it lays the groundwork for the other steps in the ground construction process. You’ll need to do thorough planning, conduct sufficient research to ensure you cover all your bases, conduct due diligence to make informed decisions, and apply for required permits. Don’t make any moves until you’ve done your homework and considered things like zoning bylaws or regulations that might impact your commercial construction building plans.

Specifics during the pre-construction phase usually include buying the land for the commercial construction project, developing site plans, building plans, and concept plans, conducting feasibility studies, obtaining construction financing, performing environmental assessments, and developing construction schedules.

Because building from the ground up is rigorous, you’ll be best served by finding a service provider specializing in ground-up construction. Ironclad Services has helped many clients with new construction services. Rather than having to find multiple contractors and subcontractors to help with your ground-up project, we can handle the project from beginning to end. We’ll take care of the big and small details and will work with you to achieve the desired deliverable.

Stage #2: Construction

During the construction phase, the goal is to roll out the plans developed in the previous stage. When you have planned everything and know exactly what to do, you’ll increase the odds of success.

It’s important to hire the right help. While you can hire different service providers, you could save yourself a lot of time and hassle by finding a single service provider that will manage your commercial construction project from beginning to end. That way, you won’t have to find subcontractors on your own. You can count on Ironclad Services to spearhead your project so you don’t have to find many service providers for your needs.

The type of work in the construction stage includes things like the foundation, excavation, demolition, insulation, walls, windows, flooring, doors, insulation, electrical, plumbing, and more. The commercial construction site will be a bevy of activities. But having a project manager to ensure the project stays on track will make your commercial construction process successful.

Stage #3: Post-Construction

After the construction stage, you’ll need to complete the post-construction stage. Just because the brand-new commercial building looks great aesthetically doesn’t mean you can rush into scheduling a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Instead, an inspector will conduct a careful walkthrough to ensure the commercial building meets specific standards and conforms to applicable quality and functionality criteria.

The sorts of things that fall under the post-construction stage include the final inspection, certificate of completion, and title registration. During the final inspection, any issues identified will need to be corrected before the project is officially deemed completed.

Benefits of a Ground-Up Commercial Project

A ground-up project isn’t the only option since you can buy, rent, or lease an existing facility, so what specific benefits can you get with ground-up construction? They include the following advantages:

Flexibility: Ground-up construction means you’ll have the flexibility to design the perfect commercial facility for your business. You won’t have to make do with something already built.
Less Construction Risk: Ground-up construction will lead to reduced construction risk compared to redevelopment. The latter can lead to hidden expenses that might not be discovered until the site investigation stage. This can lead to cost overruns and more.
Safety: Ground-up construction ensures your commercial building has the latest safety features. Going this route might make more sense than retrofitting an existing structure.
Convenience: Ground-up construction is also convenient since you can get a service provider to spearhead the entire process.

Ironclad Services Can Help With Your Ground-Up Construction Project

A ground-up construction project can be a daunting exercise if you don’t have the right help. At Ironclad Services, we have the expertise and experience to help companies across many industries with their commercial construction needs in New England and the surrounding region.

We understand your business has unique operations and requirements. That’s why we work with you from pre-construction until the last nail is hammered to ensure your new building meets your needs.

Our ground-up construction process controls construction costs, creates designs that provide long-term results, and ensures your commercial construction project is completed on time. Are you interested in learning more? Get in touch to find out how we can make your commercial construction project successful.