You have just moved offices and are excited about your new space. Or you have probably just moved into a bigger and nicer space due to the expansion of your shop but are now faced with a dilemma; how to remodel your new space. Fear not, because you can contact a remodeling general contractor to assist you in remodeling your new space. Here are a few ways a Remodeling Contractor can help you outfit your new business space.
Review and understand your Certificate of Occupancy
Different commercial buildings have restrictions on what kind of business you can run in their locations. If you do not strictly adhere to these restrictions, you could get slapped with a huge penalty or even legal proceedings. Your Remodeling Contractor should be well versed in checking whether the building you plan to occupy will allow you to run your office or shop in it before you undertake any major remodeling.
Unearth existing violations on your current space
In line with the restrictions contained in your Certificate of Occupancy, your building may have existing violations due to a recent tenant carrying out renovations without proper permits. Talk to your Remodeling Contractor about your expectations and they can help you check with the city council about existing violations, saving you huge and unnecessary costs.
Review the entire structure of your building
Your renovations plan may seem fantastic and even futuristic in your mind, but are they practical? Your Remodeling Contractor should be able to review the electrical, plumbing, structural and mechanical limitations of your new space. Discuss with them what you envision and they will be able to take your dreams and make them practical on the ground. For instance, an open plan office may seem like what would work for you, but due to the building’s structure the GC might suggest individual cubicles.
What facility requirements does your shop or office need?
In most cities, the health code requires that you provide bathroom facilities for your employees and sometimes even customers. Enquire from your Remodeling Contractor the best way to fit this into your new office space or shop in a way that will save on space while remaining aesthetically pleasing. It is also important to note that the size of your office or shop will also determine the number of bathroom stalls you must install. This is something you may overlook as a layman or not even put into consideration hence the need to contract a Remodeling Contractor.
Access to and from your shop or office
How will you make your office or shop accessible to everyone including the disabled? Does your entrance have a ramp? Have you factored in an emergency exit in case of fire? All these are pertinent aspects of your remodel that unless you contacted your Remodeling Contractor, you might leave out completely.
In general, it is obvious that you cannot carry out a satisfactory office or shop remodel without the help of a remodeling contractor. We specialize in building remodels, whatever the size of your space. Contact us today for a proper survey of your space.
