Advantages

COST SAVINGS
Shortened project delivery time
• Construction can begin far earlier in the design process
• Reduces project overhead costs

Greatly reduced potential for change orders
• No change orders will arise from errors, omissions, or ambiguities in the design (Added scope and/or unforeseen conditions may still occur)

Value engineering
• Designer can design to maximize the contractor’s specialties and strong suits resulting in increased cost savings
• Eliminates “over-designing” which drives up costs
• Owner can obtain general cost estimates for differing design considerations prior to changing the design

Elimination of the “Blame Game”
• No finger pointing for project failures between the Architect/Engineer and the General Contractor
• Reduces the likelihood of post-construction litigation

FLEXIBILITY
• Increases speed and ease of design changes and problem solving, with better communication and a unified approach

ONE ENTITY
• Achieves continuity between designer and contractor in both ideals and technology
• Allows for easier enforcement of performance warrantees

REDUCED OWNER CONCERNS AND REQUIRED EXPERTISE
• The experts at Claggett Design-Build will guide you through the entire process from start to finish
• Will not required separate bids for design & construction
• Greatly reduced design liability, having only one responsible entity

Typical Concerns About Design-Build

LOSS OF "CHECKS AND BALANCES"
• Architect typically supervises contractor to ensure quality and correctness

The Owner may still hire a 3rd party consultant to monitor the work. Claggett Design-Build and its sister company, Claggett and Sons, Inc., have built a reputation for honesty and quality Serving Central Ohio over the past 55 years. We focus on staying local and rely on repeat business.

DIFFICULTY OBTAINING COMPETITIVE BIDDING
• The General Contractor is selected before design phase making bidding more subjective

Claggett Design-Build seeks competitive bids from subcontractors & suppliers to ensure the best value to our clients. Claggett Design-Build also offers several types of contracts from full disclosure to lump sum to fit your wants, needs, and budget.

If you would like to learn more about design-build or to discuss a future project, please contact us Monday-Friday (7 a.m.–5 p.m.) to schedule a consultation.