As a construction business owner, you likely want to do all you can to optimize your success and profit margins as time goes on. There are many different things you can do to help get the job done, such as work with building code consultants during most if not all of your jobs. Here's what a building code consultant can do for your construction business in the coming years.
Save You Time and Money
One important thing a building code consultant can do is save your business some time and money overall. Instead of having to spend time working with the county's building department yourself, you can count on your consultant to take care of the legwork for you. With a consultant to rely on, you won't have to hire someone in-house to take care of tasks like getting building plans approved and applying for permits of various kinds, which will save you money on things like insurance and benefits.
And your consultant should already know all the laws, policies, and requirements of the county you're working in. This means that you won't have to hire a lawyer to help you make sense of all the paperwork and applications.
Enhance the Customer Experience
Your building code consultant can also help enhance the customer experience whether you are building them a new house or a shopping center. Your consultant will walk them through the building code process, and make sure that everyone involved understands exactly what to expect throughout the permitting and inspection process.
If a customer wants to make a structural change that is not permitted due to building codes, your consultant will help them understand why the changes can't be made and offer alternative recommendations and suggestions that may satisfy their needs and wants. In the end, your customers should walk away feeling confident in the job that you have done for them.
Ensure Compliance Among Employees
Working with a building code consultant will help you ensure that your employees comply with all the building codes so you don't end up failing an inspection or getting a permit pulled by the county for some reason. Your consultant will make sure that each employee knows what parts of the codes they are responsible for, and provide recommendations to your management team that will help them succeed at ensuring that those who report to them don't cut any corners or overlook any important codes. And your consultant will be there to address any questions and concerns you and your crew may have as time goes on.