Unlike repairing jobs, remodeling projects offer high value in terms of money and growth. Having a string of successful ones establishes you as one of the first choice contractors for customers.
Acing these projects is a combination of doing things right and avoiding common mistakes. Contractors often forget about the latter. If you do most of the project well but mess up the last steps, people will regard it as a failed one.
Here are some of the rookie mistakes to avoid during a remodeling project.
Verbal Agreement
This happens when you and your customer agree on the details of the project verbally. You should never start any project under these circumstances.
Details of the project include several things like the choice of material, approximate time of completion, special requests, etc. It will be difficult to remember every aspect of the deal. That is why you must always draw up a written contract that is signed by both parties. Another reason is that in case of any disputes, a verbal agreement is void in the eyes of law. Because of this and many other benefits, you should always go for a signed contract.
Going In Without A Plan
A remodeling project is complex. You will lead your team into making major changes to the place. Without a plan, the project will be a failure.
Take your time before the project to chart a plan of action. These are exact steps, which when followed correctly will complete the job. Break the task into smaller fragments and allocate it according to the strengths of your teams.
Giving False Hopes
It is common malpractice among contractors to promise anything in order to get the client. You must never follow this path.
Promise things that you know you can deliver. Giving your customers false hopes will eventually hurt you and your reputation.
Not Looking Out For Your Team
The people working with you are like your extension. Pick the workforce that understands your way of working on a project. They must be ready to replicate or improve your work while always maintaining the standard set by you.
To demand this loyalty, it is crucial to take good care of them. Each member of your team should feel valued for their contribution. You must look after their safety during work, train them and give them opportunities to rise through the ranks.
Staying In The Wrong Project
Unfortunately, not all customers are good. Some of them will try to exploit your services and even skip payments. Investing your time and efforts in these projects is a bad idea.
If your client is behind on their payment schedule, start by dropping them reminders. Understand occasional delays but if they turn into repeated ones, we suggest you take action immediately. These situations can turn for worse and affect your reputation. If you find yourself in this problem, consider canceling the contract and getting out of the project.
Here are a few more mistakes that could make you go from the hero to the villain of the project. Aim to avoid these problems as much as possible.
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