By Larry J. Reaves

Any construction project requires the coordination of any number of contractors, planners, electricians, plumbers and various other professionals. Depending on the scope of the project, these groups can be quite large and the risk of conflicting schedules can present a major problem to the building schedule. These conflicts can lead to delays and shortages that will inevitably end up costing more in both labor and financial expense. Before launching into a construction project, especially something like building a home, it is important to first establish a time table for the tasks that need to be completed before, during and after the building process.

The first step of the home building process includes choosing plans and finding builders. When making these considerations, think about when you would ideally like to be living in your new home – be realistic. The construction of a solid, high-quality home can take time, and rushing the process can lead to costly mistakes and shoddy construction. Find a house plan and a builder that can bring those plans to life while honoring (as closely as possible) your deadlines and timetables. You should make it a priority to find a contractor with a reputation for reliability and good project management. Knowing that your home is in the hands of a trustworthy professional can alleviate a lot of the stress from the home building process.

Once you’ve found a builder and chosen the layout of your new home, sit down with your contractors and come up with a realistic time line for the completion of each phase of construction. In order to this it, it is necessary to coordinate with any other tradesmen who may be involved with your project – especially if you are using different companies for different tasks (such as plumbing or painting). While ideally you would want everyone to be able to work together, certain jobs will require that other tasks be postponed to avoid damage to property or potential injury to workers.

Perhaps the most important characteristic of a good construction schedule is flexibility. In spite of the best-laid plans, complications can come along that can completely derail a project. Make sure that you give your plans plenty of wiggle room in the event that delays or scheduling conflicts arise. Some issues, such as staffing issues and holidays can be planned for in advance. Others, such as the weather or financial hardship, can pop up with little or no warning. Rather than watching your entire project fall apart because everything was planned too tightly, include alternative schedules and back up plans in case of emergency.

Building a home can be a deeply personal experience, and when something goes wrong, it’s easy to panic and lose sight of your ultimate goal. It’s important to stay involved in the building process, even if you are having to work handled by contractors. Staying informed and connected can help you feel like you have a better grasp of the situation and allow you to keep a clearer head is something doesn’t go according to plan.

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