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Experience tells me that most contractors are good, honest, decent people. They just want to do a professional job and make their clients happy. But if that’s true, why do so many construction projects turn out to be the “the project from he..?” Why are so many owners disappointed with their construction project and unhappy with their contractor? The answer may surprise you.
Many contractors are losing money on their projects. And if they’re losing money, they don’t have the time, energy or resources to do a thorough and professional job -- even if they wanted to.
In my 33 years as a general building contractor and over 15 years as a construction expert, I have been called on to assist in many disputes between general contractors, owners and sub-contractors. I’ve found that there are five main issues that lead to a majority of construction related problems, including poor quality construction, delays, disputes and, of course, bankrupt contractors and unhappy clients.