7 BENEFITS OF A FULL-SERVICE CONSTRUCTION COMPANY: 1. Project Efficiencies and Time Savings One of the most notable benefits of a comprehensive approach to construction is that everyone works as a cohesive team and is focused on the larger picture, not just their individual tasks. Potential issues get caught early and can be addressed before they become bigger problems. A homeowner’s time is valuable, too. There are many moving parts in construction and keeping them all straight is a full-time job in itself. Relying on a construction partner that can holistically manage every aspect eliminates the inefficiencies of dealing with multiple companies. 2. Better Communication Having every team’s eyes on a project from its inception fosters transparent communication and a symbiotic approach to construction with less chance of oversights. In addition to better alignment among its own team members, there’s also streamlined communication and alignment with the homeowner. That’s because the homeowner is part of the team and participates in planning meetings and status updates, able to get answers practically in real time. 3. Greater Accountability Since all parties are part of one team and work is controlled by the Project manager, they can keep a tighter rein on the work being performed. If an issue needs to be resolved, there isn’t another company to point fingers at. The construction company alone is accountable and needs to find a way to resolve any issues. 4. More Accurate Scheduling One of the best ways to control costs is to ensure a project stays on schedule. Full-service contractors are more aware of their team’s availability and can keep them on schedule more easily. If there is a delay, they’re more able to get things back on track because of their vast network and relationships with other team members. 5. Flexibility As a project progresses, it’s not unusual for a homeowner to want to make tweaks and changes. The holistic nature of full-service construction management helps to identify potential changes early in the process when it will have less of an impact on the schedule and budget. The further along in the process those changes are made, the more expensive and disruptive they could be. If change orders need to be made, the entire team is there to address them quickly. 6. Cost Savings There are cost advantages to having a single source for planning, designing, and constructing a new facility or renovation. Keeping a project on schedule has inherent cost savings, but it goes further than that. From the start, there is a clear plan and strategy for the entire project so that a homeowner can make informed decisions on where to spend their dollars. With everyone at the table, all parties can work together to develop estimates, find cost savings, and minimize scope creep. 7. Reduced Stress All these factors combined lead to a less stressful experience for the homeowner, which has a value all its own. When fewer things go wrong and communication flows, the building process can actually be an enjoyable experience for the owner from start to finish.