Getting it Right the First Time
Imagine walking into a newly finished bathroom, only to realize the showerhead is too low, the vanity light is off-center, and the tile pattern feels off-balance. These small mistakes can throw off an entire design and often lead to costly rework and frustrating delays.
Knowing what is being installed is only half the equation—the where and how are just as critical.
Precise location specifications ensure that items are installed correctly the first time, eliminating errors and extra costs. Each item should have:
- Installation Height & Position
Example: A showerhead should be installed 80 inches from the finished floor on the center of the back wall. - Mounting & Orientation
Example: A wall sconce needs to be centered 6 inches above a mirror and wired accordingly. - Tile Layout & Grout Details
Example: Tile installation requires a specific pattern (herringbone, stacked, offset) with ⅛-inch grout joints and color-matched grout. - First Tile Position
Example: The first tile should start at the centerline of the room to ensure symmetrical cuts.
Without these clear location specifications, trades are left guessing, leading to misalignment, improper installations, and wasted materials.
The Importance of Timely Information for Installations
Each trade operates on specific installation milestones. If item selections and location specifications are delayed, the entire project timeline is affected.
For example, plumbing installation happens in three critical phases:
1. Rough-In Stage: Placement of shower valves, drains, and water lines.
2. Tub Installation: Precise positioning and securing of tubs.
3. Final Decorative Installation: Mounting of showerheads, wall-mounted fixtures, and final trim.
If a showerhead selection is missing by the rough-in phase, the plumber won’t know where to stub out the pipe, leading to rework and delays.
The same applies to tile. Without proper layout and grout specifications, tiles may need to be ripped out and reinstalled—adding unnecessary costs.
A Project Manager’s Key to Success: Complete Information, On Time
To reduce delays, RFIs, and rework, project managers need a systematic way to track and receive:
- Item selections before procurement deadlines.
- Location specifications before rough-in, installation, and finishing stages.
- Real-time updates when changes occur.
With a structured platform like Design.efficiently, project managers can ensure that every trade has the right information at the right time, keeping projects on track, reducing errors, and delivering a flawless build.
Seamless execution starts with complete, timely information.
Take control of your project with structured selections and precise location specifications. Flawless execution starts with the right information, when and where you need it.
