When small businesses or companies face extreme challenges that are all pointing to bankruptcy, they hire a turnaround specialist to help them gain enough ground to net positive returns. This is the same for construction & turnaround services. Management teams on a construction site have to deal with the laborious task of handling contractual obligations, keeping all of the workers in line, and juggling finances all at the same time. If one...
When turnaround services are employed, the processing plant or building will be temporarily closed due to a hefty change in the internal structure. Turnaround services are costly but effective. When you are considering a major overhaul, then you’ll want to seek out construction turnaround services. Turnarounds are vital in keeping all of the maintenance records up-to-date as well as the facility’s upkeep. If there is no sense of direction in...
Written by: Your Filter Connection Knowing when and how to replace a home air filter can earn you big savings on your monthly energy bill. When your AC or furnace filters go too long without being replaced, the dirt and grime they suck in every day starts to clog them. This lowers the efficiency of your heating and cooling units, meaning they have to work extra hard and stay on longer to keep your home comfortable. The smaller investment of...
The best, most effective, project managers will tell you that change is inevitable. And most companies will already have a change management policy in place. This is a large component of interim short term management services. One aspect of construction advisory services is being ready for anything. The best managers always have an action plan in place for the next change. For example – changes to building plans. Each change may require...
Written by: Lyle Charles Consulting Summary: Management tips to improve the safety and efficiency of your home construction project. Having a home built for you is a wonderful feeling, but the planning can be overwhelming. Especially if it’s your first time. The process of getting permits, coupled with the time it takes to prepare blueprints can be burdensome. Throw in the costs to renovate those blueprints and you have even more trouble....
A consultant is someone who can solve a lot of problems, but they can be expensive and may lead you down the wrong path if you’re not sure which questions to ask. No matter how skilled a project manager is, there will always be something left unanticipated. Consultants aren’t necessary for every project but they do come in handy when you’re trying to plan arena or skyscraper production. Here are some tips on how to utilize consultants...
A construction project consists of many moving parts, and a lot of money from various sources. Even residential projects can quickly climb in value. Especially as the home owner adds more custom furnishings and makes changes to plans. Of course, rising costs often mean disputes over those costs. Here are tips construction consultants often use to help avoid disputes altogether. Contracts Every aspect of a construction project should be put into...
Fire codes aren’t rules that are applied to all construction projects, although certain commonalities do exist. The fact is that certain fires throughout history have shaped both how we protect ourselves from fires, and how we determine the causes of those fires. Just as a steel fabrication expert relies on evidence to determine the quality of materials, fire safety experts look at all aspects of construction to determine over all safety. Fire...
Without a doubt, garage doors add to the appeal of one’s home. However, there are a number of problem that occur over a period of time. That said, here are 4 common garage door problems that one should watch out for: #1: Bent doors The reason why garage doors bend is because cars roll into the doors. This also happens because you try closing them with something in the way. Types of doors that are most susceptible to bending are aluminum and...
Having a furnace air filter at home or in the office will ensure that the air you breathe is not contaminated with allergens and pollutants. Poor air quality results to various respiratory diseases such as asthma. Air repeatedly passes through the filters to catch both small and large particles of dust, molds and many others to purify the air. The result? Better air, better health. When you have an air filter, you need to properly maintain it to...