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The success of any remodeling project may hinge on how well the in Grand Rapids field crew communicates with clients. To minimize misunderstandings, make these practices and methods of communicating part of your routine.

Local Companies

The Clean Source
616-457-1903
0-904 Chicago Drive
Jenison, MI

R Squared Remodeling
(616) 291-1952
7410 Expressway Dr SW
Grand Rapids, MI

Improvements! by Standard
(616) 453-1003
O-377 Lake Michigan Dr NW
Grand Rapids, MI

Surpass Inc
(616) 784-4900
620 3 Mile Rd NW
Grand Rapids, MI

Heritage Craftsmen
(616) 776-5429
1038 Baldwin St SE
Grand Rapids, MI

Battle Construction Inc
(616) 452-1010
3645 Linden Ave SE
Grand Rapids, MI

Freedom Construction
(616) 454-1400
845 Chestnut St SW
Grand Rapids, MI

One-Call
(616) 235-7111
727 Emerald Ave NE
Grand Rapids, MI

Thompson Remodeling Inc
(616) 942-1866
4820 Cascade Rd SE
Grand Rapids, MI

Forest Hills Homes
(616) 940-9015
Grand Rapids, MI

The success of any remodeling project may hinge on how well the field crew communicates with clients. To minimize misunderstandings, make these practices and methods of communicating part of your routine.

Hold regularly scheduled jobsite meetings. This limits unnecessary interruptions, gives clients the opportunity to discuss the job, and helps the lead carpenter communicate important issues.

Bad news early is better than bad news late. As soon as the facts are in hand, tell the client: the job is running behind, they need to pay for a change order, etc. Do not run from it.

Listen to the words and watch the body language. Many of us get into trouble by focusing on the words a client says, but not how they say them. Even if they say, “This is turning into a beautiful project,” is there something bothering the client? When the tone and body language conflict with the words, ask questions for clarification.

The client does not know as much as you do. Before talking to a client, think about what they need to know — for example, they need to select paint colors weeks before the drywall is finished. Explain why you need to know their paint choices early.

Look the client in the eye. By speaking directly, you convey control, authority, and confidence. If the client feels these are lacking, life could become miserable for everyone. —Tim Faller, Field Training Services, www.leadcarpenter.com.

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The Clean Source

616-457-1903
0-904 Chicago Drive
Jenison, MI
http://www.thecleansource.com

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