All Topics > Home Services > Successful Remodeling Projects > Pennsylvania >

Successful Remodeling Projects Pittsburgh PA

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

Local Companies

Rusch Garage Door
412-793-5026
9227 Saltsburg Rd
Pittsburgh, PA

Pittsburgh Professional Builders
(412) 884-1049
976 Ellen Dr
Pittsburgh, PA

Deckmasters East
(412) 372-9005
1887 Painters Run Rd
Pittsburgh, PA

Stones A J Designer Contractor
(412) 241-6042
Pittsburgh, PA

Fairmount Builders Inc
(412) 823-3313
201 Penn Center Blvd
Pittsburgh, PA

Liberty Furnace Co Inc
(412) 241-4477
700 Ardmore Blvd
Pittsburgh, PA

Ray Electric
(412) 833-3001
1307 Denise St
Pittsburgh, PA

Dougherty Brothers Inc
(215) 884-8831
320 Hazel Dr
Pittsburgh, PA

Marketable Services
(412) 824-1290
229 Sunset Dr
Pittsburgh, PA

Done Right Remodeling Inc
(412) 734-0500
8327 Ohio River Blvd
Pittsburgh, PA

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.

Save / Share

Click here to read full article from Remodeling

Featured Local Company

Rusch Garage Door

412-793-5026
9227 Saltsburg Rd
Pittsburgh, PA
http://www.doorz.com

Read more about Successful Remodeling Projects

- Kitchen Remodeling Projects Pittsburgh PA

Thinking about remodeling your kitchen? Remember the golden rule of any home-improvement project: The more planning you do up front, the happier you'll be with the final result. Use this checklist to get started and keep yourself on track.

- Home Improvement Investment Pittsburgh PA
- Ideas for Minor Kitchen Remodeling Pittsburgh PA
- DIY Projects: Are They Right for Every Homeowner? Pittsburgh PA
- Bathroom Remodeling Tips Pittsburgh PA
- Kitchen Remodeling Service Pittsburgh PA
- Home Kitchen and Bath Boutique Pittsburgh PA
- How to know what remodeling your home will actually cost you Pittsburgh PA
- Kitchen Remodeling Pittsburgh PA
- Home Remodeling Tools Pittsburgh PA

- Kitchen Remodeling Projects Pittsburgh PA

Related Local Events

Pittsburgh Remodeling Expo
Dates: 1/8/2010 - 1/10/2010
Location: David L. Lawrence Convention Center
Pittsburgh, PA
View Details

Pittsburgh Indoor-Outdoor Home Show
Dates: 1/28/2010 - 1/31/2010
Location: Monroeville Convention Center, Monroeville
Monroeville, PA
View Details

School Building Expo
Dates: 6/3/2009 - 6/5/2009
Location: David L. Lawrence Convention Center
Pittsburgh, PA
View Details

School Building Expo
Dates: 6/1/2009 - 6/3/2009
Location: David L. Lawrence Convention Center
Pittsburgh, PA
View Details

Advertising	Food & Beverage	Nightlife
Business Services	Franchise	Online Database
Career	Health	Pets
Cars	Holidays	Real Estate Resources
Computer Hardware	Home Appliances	Retail & Consumer Services
Construction	Home Electronics	Software
Education	Home Services	Technology
Entertainment	Industrial Goods & Services	Telecommunications
Environmental	Insurance	Trade Shows
Family	Internet	Travel
Fashion	Legal	Weddings
Financial Services	Miscellaneous	World History

Advertising	Family	Home Services	Real Estate Resources
Business Services	Fashion	Industrial Goods & Services	Retail & Consumer Services
Career	Financial Services	Insurance	Software
Cars	Food & Beverage	Internet	Technology
Computer Hardware	Franchise	Legal	Telecommunications
Construction	Health	Miscellaneous	Trade Shows
Education	Holidays	Nightlife	Travel
Entertainment	Home Appliances	Online Database	Weddings
Environmental	Home Electronics	Pets	World History