As your Springfield, MO area business continues to evolve – or if you’re moving into another space – you might find you need commercial remodeling to best serve your customers. Here’s what you need to consider before you begin.

Steps for a successful commercial remodeling project

Define your goals

A commercial remodel can involve anything from a simple redesign to significant structural, electrical, or plumbing changes. Take time to sit down appropriate members of your team to decide what you need and/or like remodeled to accomplish the goals of your space.

Double check certificates and permits

Make certain you can use the property in the way you would like following the commercial remodeling. Your Certificate of Occupancy will tell you the legal use of your commercial property. You also need to chat with local authorities to see what permit requirements and renovation work specifications before the renovations begin. If your business is in Springfield, MO, you can begin doing so here.

Assess building conditions

Beyond any functional and aesthetic changes you want to complete, you also need to assess the conditions of things like plumbing, electrical, and foundation in your building. You might need to allot some of your commercial remodeling budget towards shoring up these items. Speaking of your budget…

Make an accurate commercial remodeling budget

Establishing an accurate and detailed budget will not only make sure you create a realistic scope of work for your project but it will also ensure the capital you allot doesn’t exceed the increase in value you create through the remodel.

However, you also need to understand unforeseen issues will come up. Most commercial remodeling companies advise creating a line item in your budget that is an additional 15% of your expected budget.

Determine a good time for the remodel

Commercial remodeling will almost certainly disrupt the routine of your business. There are ways we can mitigate this to a degree, but its best to renovate during slower times of the year for you. You should also work with your general contractor to establish a rough timeline for your remodel to make sure everyone is on the same page and develop realistic expectations.

Start acquiring materials now

To get your commercial remodeling project done quicker, begin acquiring your construction materials as soon as possible after hiring your general contractor. Construction supply chains are in better shape than they were during the pandemic but they still haven’t fully recovered.

Why choose Daher Construction for your Commercial Construction

Whatever size your commercial remodeling project, retain infill, or office buildout project is – we bring your vision to life. During most commercial remodeling projects, you can continue to work in your space. We pride ourselves on keeping a clean and orderly job site. We minimize construction dust with zip-walls and air scrubbers. We also make sure to clean up trash and keep materials out of the way as best we can.

We keep things moving smooth with a project manager who manages our in-house construction crews and all of our subcontractors to keep things moving efficiently and materials coming in as quick as possible.

If you have any questions, just give us a call at 417-345-0398!