Table of Contents (5 sections)
The Most Expensive Mistake Can Happen Before Construction Begins
Construction mistakes are often imagined as cracked tiles, poor paint or incorrect fixtures.
But one of the costliest mistakes can be an unresolved decision.
A Bad Decision Multiplies
Consider changing a bathroom location after construction progresses.
It may affect walls, plumbing, waterproofing, electrical points, finishes and schedule.
The cost is not one change. It is the chain reaction.
Drawings Are Cheaper Than Demolition
Planning has a disproportionate advantage: alternatives can be tested before they become concrete and masonry.
Ask Uncomfortable Questions Early
- Can the family afford the designed area?
- Is another floor genuinely necessary?
- Is that premium finish important?
- Will the staircase still work if floors become independent?
- Where will outdoor equipment go?
Slow Down Before Speeding Up
Owners understandably want construction to start quickly.
