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October 20, 2020
There’s no doubt that every general contractor in the Philippines has the intention of offering the best services. However, there are numerous factors that affect construction projects. More often than not, the factors arise to interrupt the success of the project.
The key to improving construction project quality starts with understanding the factors that can impact both safety and productivity. Read on to learn more about this!
Whether you plan on building a hotel, hospital, retail mall, residential property, or office, there would be a wide variety of materials needed to successfully build the establishment.
If it so happens that you build using damaged and low-quality materials, it can result in widespread construction quality issues.
Let’s say a worker adds in too much water to a concrete mix. This might seem like a simple error but over-watered concrete may lead to shrinkage cracking. In a similar way, wood frames cut from brittle trees as well as the use of low-grade steel could mean compromising the overall structural integrity of the building’s foundations.
Not only do these materials fail during the early construction phases, but they also create safety hazards. Oftentimes, workers would experience accidents because of building collapses. In construction, low-quality materials could mean a lack of weight-bearing ability.
Avoid this scenario by hiring a general contractor who has reliable suppliers. Given that they are partners, they would have likely worked together to build successful construction projects in the past.
Even when the materials are not to be blamed for quality problems, issues with suppliers can affect construction projects greatly.
Suppliers will need to deliver all ordered materials to the site. During transportation, there may be other factors that impact their delivery. Some of the most common logistics problems include bad weather conditions and government checkpoints. If the materials are delayed, then the project productivity would be impacted as well.
If materials delivered do not have quality consistency, it can result in manufacturing sub-par buildings. Therefore, replacements would need to be ordered, further pushing the targeted daily construction tasks.
Setting clear expectations with suppliers is a must. If you hire a general contractor, they would be in charge of verifying if there are no issues with each material to be delivered.
According to a study, more than half of construction defects are attributed to reworks and backlogs. If you hire workers who are not equipped with the necessary skills, labor errors can occur unnoticed for years.
Screening every worker is essential to verify that they can efficiently perform the tasks at hand. They should also be able to know how to handle project errors. This factor should not be neglected as it can dictate whether or not the construction succeeds.
Align with your general contractor to find out if the workforce is geared with knowledge and expertise.
All construction projects require owners to secure numerous building permits. Every country and city has differing government regulations.
For most buildings, local authorities will visit for a site check. They will scrutinize all construction plans to ensure that each one matches safety standards. If you fail to get the permits they need, it can result in major turnover delays, or worse, total discontinued projects.
With that being said, owners should secure all the building permits according to their country and city. Doing so will ensure smooth-sailing construction.
When it comes to building projects, there are owners that make changes to the design. If these are announced at a later part of the construction phase, it could mean compromising quality, delaying turnover dates, and additional expenses. Let’s not forget that there are establishments that have collapsed due to last-minute project changes.
As an owner, you should communicate with your general contractors regarding every aspect you want to incorporate into the project. They would be able to tell whether or not the plans are possible and efficient.
Let’s admit it. Building construction projects are never cheap. Here, money is undoubtedly essential.
While it’s true that there are suppliers that can offer lower prices for materials, there are others that set their prices higher than usual. For a good reason, high-quality materials tend to be more expensive.
You will need to account for every expense detail and set a budget. From land rent, worker salaries, materials, and all the way down to food, jot down every possible cost.
It would be best to have a backup budget as well. During construction, there may be unpredictable costs that pop up.
The often-overlooked factor that affects construction projects is the weather. As the country has a tropical climate, heavy rainfalls are experienced during the half of the year and the other half can result in extreme levels of heat.
Dry weather can increase dust levels on the site, which can clog machinery, reduce material efficacy, and cause eye conflicts for workers. On the other hand, strong winds and rainfall can cause equipment damage.
The seven factors that affect construction projects are indicated above. When it comes to building, there’s no doubt that partnering with reliable contractors is a wise choice.
At Cross-Link, we offer you professional contractor services that are sure to make your dream project succeed. With decades of expertise, our company grew with the knowledge to build superior projects with efficiency in mind.
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