Wolgast Corporation

APRIL 25, 2022

Neil Frank, Wolgast’s Director of Architecture, recently designed the remodel of a client’s medical clinic. Having unused office space leads to wasted energy, so planning your newly remodeled space to fit your current occupancy needs should improve the return on a building investment.

Remodeling 62

Remodeling Office Design Plans 62

HardHatChat

JULY 28, 2017

With so much activity in the sector related to new store expansion, scouting new sites and making remodeling plans, smart grocery brands are tapping commercial construction partners with expertise in grocery store development to help navigate specific considerations that come with a grocery store construction project.

Renovating 245

Renovating Construction Commercial Remodeling 245

HardHatChat

DECEMBER 17, 2010

Health care construction also gave our industry a much-needed shot in the arm, including hospital remodels and additions as well as the construction of stand-alone doc-in-a-box locations and rehabilitation centers. In turn, we saw a rise in bid activity. So it was refreshing to see 2010 bids awarded on merit, not price.

Commercial 196

Commercial Retail Construction Chicago 196

Construction Cost Estimating

NOVEMBER 19, 2014

Cost estimating software assists estimate remodeling contractors calculate material and labour costs and produce detailed remodeling proposals. At the same time, owners are using these systems to create their own home remodeling estimates and double check the accuracy of project bids they receive.

Remodeling 45

Remodeling Estimating Software Software 45

Contractor Connection

APRIL 18, 2019

Remodeling your garage can increase your home’s living space—and value. It’s a good idea to look at pictures of garage remodels online for inspiration. Many of the decisions that go into a home remodel or addition are not just design choices; they are structural engineering problems to solve. No need to get multiple bids.

Remodeling 65

Remodeling Modeling Contractors IDEA 65

HardHatChat

SEPTEMBER 30, 2009

There’s no doubt that local businesses will have much to celebrate if on October 2, 2009, Chicago wins the 2016 Summer Olympics bid. Given the fact that most national and international retailers already have stores in Chicago, most retail construction will involve remodeling and expansion of existing stores. I say back the bid!

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Chicago Retail Bidding Permits 120

Wolgast Corporation

MARCH 22, 2023

The design and remodel of Restaurant structures and parking areas play a role in how they are accommodating their new challenges. We have remodeled quite a few restaurant franchises to include this type of feature. Reconfiguring space for new, efficient equipment may require a redesign and remodel to fit.

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Design Remodeling Construction Michigan 118

Construction Marketing

OCTOBER 28, 2018

Whether your construction is a simple house upgrade or a commercial remodeling, a wrong contractor can frustrate your efforts and waste a lot of time, money and energy. Remember, a contractor with the lowest bid is not necessarily the best. If a contractors bid is significantly lower, ask them why.

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Contractors Insurance Commercial Bidding 169

Constructonomics

NOVEMBER 30, 2009

So with all kinds of juicy gossip flying around the web these days, I’m going to give you some more with the public bid results for the remodel of the BerksCounty Library and Coroners office in Leesport, PA. The winning bid was a good 30% below the number I submitted. In fact, I was blown out of the water.

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Bidding News Remodeling Contractors 102

Building Radar

JULY 30, 2024

Securing projects often comes down to how effectively your sales team can navigate the bidding process. Here, we explore essential construction project bidding tools that every sales team should consider to stay ahead of the competition. For a deeper dive into bidding software, check out this comprehensive guide.

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Bidding Planswift ProCore Construction 52

HardHatChat

MAY 4, 2010

Just look at all the retail renovation projects underway – Disney is remodeling all of its stores, Target is introducing new retail store concepts that incorporate a larger grocery area, and. Phones are ringing, there are retail construction projects to bid on and commercial construction permits to pull.

Retail 159

Retail Commercial Construction Remodeling 159

Wolgast Corporation

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Whether it is a healthcare practice, manufacturing facility, office building, auto dealership, or restaurant, or if it is new construction or a remodel, we use the steps or phases of Design-Build construction to break down the commercial construction process most efficiently for our clients.

Commercial 127

Commercial Drawings Bidding Budget 127

Constructonomics

MARCH 28, 2010

I can safely say that bidding public RFPs is no easy task. First, you need to provide rock bottom pricing to come in as the low bid against five to fifteen other bidders and then, you have to be “accepted” by the municipality to perform the work. It was a $220,000 job that I bid on a 10% margin for overhead and profit.

Union 100

Union Bidding Contractors Overhead 100

Contractor Bookkeeping

AUGUST 31, 2012

Top 4 Construction Project Bidding Sites. Although the construction industry is experiencing a mild recovery across the country, winning good bids is still no easy task for contractors. Online bidding is made possible by a variety of reputable construction resource websites (such as the following four sites).

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Bidding Site Construction Contract 49

Fins Architecture

JULY 20, 2010

rental unit kitchen remodel. Posted by fins | Filed under hawaii residence , interior design , kitchen remodel , residential construction | Jul 20, 2010 | Tags: bailey projects , kitchen remodel | No Comments. kitchen remodel. bidding process. construction bid. kitchen before. kitchen before. architecture.

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Remodeling Architecture Hawaii Residential 40

Green Home Design Architect

MAY 21, 2010

If you are building a new home or addition, or remodeling your home, use this checklist to help you select a builder to perform the work. Does the builder or remodeler have a permanent business location and a good reputation with local banks and suppliers? Will the builder/remodeler provide you with names of previous customers?

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Remodeling Compensation Liability Accidents 40

Pro Builder

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Milwaukee remodeler Abby Binder, owner of Abby’s Windows & Exteriors, discusses the difficulty of holding onto subcontractors in the current labor-challenged environment in several markets across the country. Who can add in and bid another five bucks a window? Solutions for Subcontractor Problems. cbroderick. Mon, 12/21/2020 - 13:04.

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Milwaukee Remodeling Bidding Environment 98

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 24, 2017

Best Value Procurement Competitively Bid. Designed to Accomplish Small-Medium Size, Multi-trade, Minor Construction, Repair and Remodel Projects, or Minor New Construction. Associated Documents and Reports (JOC Operations Manual, Notice to Bidders, Bid Forms, RFP, Proposal Form, Negotiations Records, Close-out Form/Package).

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Budget Budgeting Renovating Overhead 100

Pro Builder

MARCH 22, 2023

Depending on the neighborhood, Counts says has seen potential buyers bid on homes with large upsides, particularly if the margins aren’t high enough for builders. Read more Remodeling Land Planning Construction Land Planning There was a home in Scotch Plains, N.J. There was a home in Scotch Plains, N.J.

New Jersey 94

New Jersey Remodeling Inventory Bidding 94

Construction Marketing Ideas

OCTOBER 4, 2012

This posting from Paul Lesieur in the Remdodelcrazy.com blog is worth repeating:’ Why are the bids so different? We like the contractor with the highest bid best because he had detailed all the fixtures we wanted and his estimate was very detailed in general. Why are the bids so different?

Documentation 63

Documentation Bidding Estimating Contractors 63

Construction Cost Estimating

APRIL 25, 2019

Sage facilitates you to produce bids rapidly, precisely and positively with takeoff and cost databases. Sage Estimating also facilitates forecasting the labor, raw material and other overhead costs so that the contractors can arrange & deliver correct bids. Besides, customized reports can also be generated.

Bidding 40

Bidding Estimating Software Software 40

Pro Builder

JUNE 17, 2021

In a nod to the uber-competitive housing market, they were also significantly less likely to search for things like “remodeled” homes, granite countertops, and theater/media rooms. That’s likely because it’s hard enough finding a home at a right price range, winning the bidding war, and having an offer accepted.

Remodeling 98

Remodeling Finance Office Bidding 98

Contractor Connection

APRIL 18, 2019

Remodeling your garage can increase your homes living spaceand value Teenage rock bands and tech startups aside, the garage can be a rather uninspired space. Get Inspired Its a good idea to look at pictures of garage remodels online for inspiration. No need to get multiple bids. Its potential, however, is unlimited.

Remodeling 40

Remodeling Modeling Contractors IDEA 40

Job Order Contracting

JULY 25, 2017

Should this contract be utilized by a State of Texas entity, vendor agrees that any project relating to the construction, remodeling, or altering of a building, a structure, or infrastructure, including a road or highway, or who supply a material for such projects, to source iron or steel products used in such projects from the US.

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El Paso Construction Contract Texas 100

HardHatChat

JUNE 21, 2012

Commercial Remodeling. Construction Bids. Commercial Construction. Commercial construction budget. Commercial Construction Costs. Commercial Construction News. Commercial Construction Trends. Construction. construction approval process. Construction contractor. construction management. construction news. construction renovations.

Retail 216

Retail Commercial Chicago Leases 216

Chianelli Estimating

DECEMBER 12, 2011

Is there a last minute bid opportunity that you need of assistance with? Do you have too many bids proposals to handle and not enough staff when a last minute “emergency” bid is due. They can provide a quantity take-off or a complete estimate or for those emergency bid occasions. Commercial – New. Industrial.

Estimating 68

Estimating Contractors Bidding Guidelines 68

Construction Marketing

AUGUST 30, 2019

Now, though, the companies have fully integrated the lead generation software with other products supply chain participants would want during the preconstruction process, such as estimating and takeoff software, customer relationship management software, and bid management software. The database is highly searchable and deep with information.

Comparison 125

Comparison Construction Software Software 125

Contractor Bookkeeping

NOVEMBER 3, 2012

The problem is high profit jobs have a way of turning into low or no profit jobs and in some cases they can bankrupt your construction company because you bid the project using whatever model you are accustomed to using and in the end you wind up with cash flow problems. Home Builder Doing A Residential Remodel.

Profitability 49

Profitability Bankruptcy Contractors Remodeling 49

Wolgast Corporation

DECEMBER 23, 2021

Less Risk for the Owner + the Right People Collaborating + Competitive Bids + Adequate Time. One of the biggest investment decisions an owner can make is building, remodeling, or expanding their facility. Business leaders have to make so many diverse decisions every day.

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Risk Construction Bidding Schedule 62

Pro Builder

MARCH 15, 2021

Ultimately, the lack of certainty when setting your bids affects your ability to remain profitable. There are two references for what a contractor should bid on any given project. For one, you’ve got the market-based bid, which plays off what local competitors are charging for similar work. Bidding Better.

Bidding 52

Bidding Profitability Accounting Remodeling 52

HardHatChat

NOVEMBER 24, 2015

We’re already seeing a boom in senior housing construction as new communities pop up, particularly in suburban areas, but another avenue where we anticipate a high level of construction activity next year is existing communities that must refresh and remodel to stay competitive with new players.

Commercial 180

Commercial Construction Los Angeles Schedule 180

Contractor Bookkeeping

JUNE 18, 2012

Proactive contractors have systems and cost libraries with pre-priced assemblies for bidding which works in conjunction with Strategic Construction Bookkeeping to provide management with progress invoicing, job costing and job profitability. Breakeven - Very difficult to calculate because most projects are one-of-a-kind custom jobs.

Contractors 58

Contractors Profitability Overhead Equity 58

HardHatChat

APRIL 24, 2023

Here are just a few examples: Working Through Challenges: Key Lessons for Moving Forward For Englewood and our national retail, restaurant, and hospitality clients, we’ve learned that the old mindset of the lowest competitive bid and a rigid approach to material and equipment is ineffective in times like these.

Commercial 156

Commercial Retail Construction Housing 156

Fins Architecture

MARCH 22, 2012

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Architecture Hawaii Residential Green 73

Wolgast Corporation

JANUARY 12, 2023

Complex projects that take a shorter duration than a year like those for healthcare practices, professional offices, or additions/remodels to manufacturing plants and most other industry buildings can benefit from having their Architect and Builder on the same team, like the Design-Build (DB) Construction Delivery. Many as repeat customers.

Commercial 91

Commercial Construction Retail Michigan 91

Contractor Bookkeeping

JUNE 16, 2017

Every time the phone rings you need to be willing to question what do they need are how far are you willing to drive to bid the job and do the work. Are you most comfortable being a Remodel Contractor? Some types of work accepted or rejected may be based on the location of the job or by the state license.

Contractors 48

Contractors Profitability Remodeling Insurance 48

Construction Cost Estimating

FEBRUARY 22, 2011

Estimating Method for Home Remodeling. Remodeling of house is an important part of today’s life. Essentially, all you have to do is to ask several contractors to give you bids for the job. Even if the job is a small one, you will want to give each contractor bidding the work a set of plans. adsense analytic.

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