What goes on ‘behind-the-scenes’ is the most important part of any construction project, as this is the work that ensures your home will be as safe, secure and unlikely to require future repairs as possible. This could be anything during the initial stages of construction, such as the foundations, structural work, electrics, plumbing and insulation. Cutting corners during these crucial stages could lead to faults and damage in your home further down the line, so it pays to find a contractor that has a reputation for quality and reliability, and will go above and beyond to keep the highest possible standards in their work, even if it is part of the construction that the homeowner or client will never see.
Work That Is Ensured to Last
By having ‘behind the scenes’ work done properly and to a high standard, you can avoid any unnecessary risks when it comes to the structural integrity and electrical/fire safety of your home. Not only this, but high-quality construction work will mean that every aspect of your project will be done right the first time, allowing potential repairs to be avoided further down the line.
Another thing to consider is that poor ‘behind the scenes’ work can often in fact look obvious, especially in projects like a home extension where the structure of the space is built from scratch. The sad truth of our industry is that many contractors will cut corners (sometimes literally) in order to save time, thinking it will be unnoticeable. Shoddy construction work is ALWAYS noticeable.
The important thing to remember is that you can always change or adapt an interior space after the project is finished, but repairing faulty and haphazard internal or structural work is expensive, disruptive and time consuming.
Cheap Work Doesn’t Pay Off
Oftentimes, going for the cheapest option available, or the company that promises the fastest turnaround, means that some important details may slip through the cracks (pun intended). Work on your home should never be rushed or botched; whether it is the foundations, heating, electrics, plumbing or insulation. Not only will it leave you with a renovated or extended space that will be lesser than you had hoped for, but can also often be unsafe to live in until essential repairs and checks are made.
While value is of course an important thing to consider, hiring a contractor based on their accreditation and good reputation instead will be value enough as it ensures that your home is in safe and experienced hands.
Working with Copperwood Construction
At Copperwood Construction, we take great care regarding the safety of our work, as well as maintaining high standards and attention to detail throughout every stage of a project. This lets us give peace of mind to our customers that their project has been completed to an exceptional level and will be unlikely to require repairs or continued work in the future. Our team gives extra attention and care to the structural work that can’t be seen, as this is usually the most important part of a project to get right. Take a look at some examples of our quality ‘behind-the-scenes’ workmanship below:
