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Saving time in modular construction: efficient ways to speed things up
Modular construction has established itself in the construction industry as an efficient and cost-effective solution. It relies on standardized elements to deliver fast results without compromising on quality. We provide valuable tips and advice on how to optimize the construction time of modular and regular houses and complete your project faster.
Good planning is half the battle
You save the most time before you even break ground. Good and thorough project planning has the biggest impact on fast and efficient house building. Sounds obvious, but there are some factors that are typically overlooked during the planning process. For example, optimal organization also includes a clear idea of which experts you need for the house construction. Which architects and construction companies do you want to commission? Should energy consultants be involved?
Ask the service providers as early as possible - the shortage of skilled workers is causing bottlenecks here. The same applies to materials: decide early and find out about the availability and quality of your favorites with the help of experts. Standardized construction plans are particularly suitable for quick implementation and are increasingly being used in modular construction - this saves time and money. Set milestones and check the construction project regularly. It is best to visit the property in person to get a better picture. The more detailed your preparations and plans are, the less time you will lose to unexpected changes during the construction phase.
Choose the best time of year
The seasons, with their weather and adversities, have a major impact on any construction project. That's why you should choose the right time to start: Spring is probably the most popular time for construction projects. However, if you don't take care of service providers and materials early enough, you will have to contend with high prices and delays.
Like spring, summer offers long days with plenty of sunlight. As a result, projects progress better and faster, but the high level of competition leads to a shortage of skilled workers and raw materials. Demand for materials and labor is lower in the fall, which means prices fall and service providers are easier to hire. The biggest disadvantage is the dwindling daylight as the months progress.
It is important to complete foundation work in the fall before the onset of winter. If the work is not completed before the coldest time of year, additional precautions must be taken to protect the foundation. This further delays the construction of the house. However, those who are well prepared to start a construction project in the autumn can do so quickly and cost-effectively due to the favorable conditions. Starting building projects in winter is rather unusual. Ice and snow have to be removed before work can begin. The cold weather makes manual work and excavation more difficult. Nevertheless, construction projects are possible and offer similar advantages to those in the fall, only on a larger scale: less demand ensures better availability and prices. Weigh up the pros and cons of the different seasons to decide on the ideal start for your building project.
Minimize risks, don't waste time
Unexpected delays are the biggest risk for house construction. Many construction managers had to realize this during and even after the coronavirus crisis. Supply bottlenecks meant that building materials and raw materials from Asia were no longer available. The result: skyrocketing prices and construction halts.
Large companies and construction managers have learned from this time to minimize risk and reduce their dependence on Asia. Since then, they have focused more on regional production and resources. This is not only more sustainable and reliable, but also guarantees products under fair conditions.
CERAMIN also relies on this principle. We use plastic waste such as food packaging that is produced in Germany and process it into high-quality floor coverings in regional plants. This ensures rapid completion without nasty surprises such as delivery stops and material shortages.
Thinking in prefabricated parts and large format
Modern construction technology offers a number of options for this: Prefabricated components, but also semi-finished parts, speed up house construction considerably. The building elements arrive in a prefabricated state and only need to be assembled. Other prefabricated elements such as prefabricated ceilings enable faster assembly on site and reduce working hours. The installation time for wall and floor coverings can be significantly reduced thanks to easy-to-lay slabs, panels or tiles in large format.
With solutions such as CERAMIN, the floor is easy to clean with minimal laid by skilled craftsmen. There is no need to ask for specialists such as tilers or flooring experts, who are rarely available and expensive anyway.
Conclusion: follow the advice, save construction time
Follow our tips and advice to complete your construction project with significantly less time and cost. Start planning as early as possible and hire the necessary specialists ahead of time to avoid bottlenecks. The right time of year can help make it easier and cheaper to obtain the necessary resources. Rely on regional production and raw materials to avoid unpleasant surprises and delays and to ensure the necessary planning security. Whenever possible, use prefabricated parts and large-format products to save working time and costs. To speed up the construction process for wall and floor coverings, we recommend CERAMIN products, which are quick and easy to install. Benefit from the accelerated construction time without compromising on quality and design.
