Commercial Construction in Southern Oregon
Commercial construction in Southern Oregon & the US in general can be a maize of stipulations and specifications dictated by contract law. The commercial contractor/builder must be able to write up estimates and quotes in accordance with building codes. He also knows that the language in the contract is enforceable and sets the client’s expectations in regards to quality and timeline for completion of the project.
Getting up to speed with all the legal jargon of commercial contracting was a steep learning curve for me as a 23 year old young man. Up till then, I had primarily worked for homeowners doing grading of land and driveways.
The Difference Between Residential and Commercial Construction
Someone once asked me, “is there really any difference between commercial and residential construction?” I said, “yes in commercial construction there are more rules to follow.”
Commercial work must comply to ‘public contract rules’. The commercial contractor works under strict scrutiny. The property and the structure he builds will be open to the Public and thus falls under the dictates of The Americans with Disabilities Act.
The rules to build by as written by the ADA are voluminous and strict. The cost of missing just one aspect of an ADA construction specification can be very expensive. There is no comparable risk posed by residential building codes. The stakes for getting it right in commercial construction are just that much higher!
Becoming an Expert in Commercial construction in Southern Oregon and California
Because of my 42 years of experience in commercial construction in Southern Oregon and Northern California, clients now seek my advice in every aspect of the commercial construction process, from start to finish. Owners consult with me in setting up their team of design professionals, forming construction budgets, and complying with Americans with Disabilities Act stipulations.
I’ve come a long way from the 23 year old contractor overwhelmed and intimidated by the legal jargon and strict stipulation inherent in commercial construction in Southern Oregon. Now, as an expert in the field, I am pleased to be able to offer consultation as well as construction from a deep understanding of the regulations and best practices that are absolutely essential in the field.
