If your workplace feels cramped and dingy, office remodeling is sure to make it more comfortable and conducive to productivity. A professional commercial contractor can provide flooring, paint, and interior design upgrades, but this makeover will take much longer if you’re unprepared. Thankfully, Keener Construction Co. has extensive experience with office remodels and will help you through every step of your project. Here are the first five things they recommend clients do to ensure smooth renovations.

5 Measures to Ensure a Successful Office Remodel

1. Brainstorm Your Vision

Every remodel starts with laying out the client’s goals, needs, and expectations for the new space. For the customer, this means chatting with coworkers and employees about what improvements they value most. More natural light, more cohesive or more separate workspaces, and new lounge areas are all reasonable options to talk about with your commercial contractor.

2. Find a Temporary Workspace

Most office renovations make it difficult to continue working in the space while construction takes place, but nowadays it’s easy to relocate most businesses to a temporary office. Whether that means working remotely from home or subletting space in another office, plan to have somewhere else to work while the project is underway.

3. Set a Reasonable Budget

Understand your project’s bottom line will likely shift, even with the most experienced contractor. Set aside contingency funds for unexpected expenses and set a priority list. That way, if you need to make cuts, you’re able to make decisions swiftly and smoothly.

4. Create a Timeline With the Contractor

Another facet of office remodeling that requires generous forethought is the project timeline. The contractor should be able to give you a reasonably accurate estimate of how long the remodel will take, but as you make changes to the design plan, the timeline may need adjusting. Always assume the project will take longer than it should, so you’re never without a viable workspace.

5. Schedule an Evaluation of the Building

Some extra expenditures will crop up as the project progresses, but you can prevent most surprises if you call an inspector to evaluate the building before work begins. They can also identify any areas of your office building that are not up to code so your contractor can prioritize these compliance issues first.

This short list of to-dos will ensure your office remodel starts out right, but you'll need a quality contractor to see it through. Keener Construction Co. in Russellville, AR, delivers speedy and high-quality remodels that truly impress. Their expert contractors involve clients in every step of the process to realize their vision. Call (479) 968-5338 to request your free pricing estimate today, or visit their website for further details on their services.