A regional construction company offers advantages beyond the bid. Contractors in your geographic area offer better accessibility for in-person meetings and a strong reputation within the community, fostering trust and confidence. Other significant advantages include:
Regulatory Expertise
A regional construction company’s familiarity with municipal and state codes, permits, and regulations helps ensure a smooth process. They understand local climate, soil conditions, environmental factors, and disruptions, such as hunting season, which assures owners of dependable project management.
Lower Costs
These construction firms have established networks with regional architects, subcontractors, and suppliers, improving sourcing and potentially reducing costs. Transportation costs for materials, crew, and accommodations are lower. Finally, the cost of equipment rental and storage is less.
Trust and Accountability
The confidence in a regional construction company can be higher because it provides faster response times to issues that might arise. This local presence ensures we can respond promptly, minimizing delays. You may also contact references who are in your community to ask more relevant questions and visit completed projects to see the quality in person.
Economic Support
When you select a regional construction company, the economic impact on the community is substantial. The local construction company and its employees, subcontractors, and suppliers are paid, keeping money within the community to support the local economy.
Gundlach Champion approaches every project as if we’re a local builder. Our team understands the importance of a construction project to the owner and the community, ensuring personalized service and attention to detail. We employ many local subcontractors and suppliers from our trusted network throughout the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. This approach means we deliver both a successful construction project and a positive impact on the community. To discuss your next project, contact us at gcfirst.com.