In the construction industry, a project can’t begin without a good plan. Even before the dust starts flying, you’ll need to coordinate a lot with your team, preferably not over the hood of your truck. Each and every construction site can benefit from a central office space where important decisions are carefully planned and mapped out. In this article, we’ll explain how portable construction offices can improve construction sites, cover some common questions about them, show how they can be customized, and more.
Why Your Construction Site Needs a Portable Office
Every construction site needs a central space where supervisors can meet, plan, and discuss decisions. Portable construction offices create a space for exactly these reasons, and a space they can take with them to other job sites at that.
To be more specific, a portable office helps businesses:
- Organize construction projects from a central location.
- Create a quiet space for administrative staff, away from noises and distractions.
- Keep important documents and equipment safe from theft or bad weather.
- Create a comfortable space for meetings and breaks.
- Easily relocate to new construction sites.
These are just a few of the many ways portable offices can improve your business.
Common Questions About Portable Construction Offices
When considering a portable office for your construction site, it’s natural to have many questions. Here are some common questions we get at Allied Modular, as well as our answers to them.
“Is this worth the cost?”
Yes, absolutely. With portable offices, you can save money in the long run. There is no need to rent office space near job sites or build permanent offices that you won’t need after a few months. Plus, these offices last for 30 years or more, so you can use them on many projects throughout their lifespan.
“Can they handle the rough conditions of my site?”
Obviously, construction sites are not gentle places. That being said, portable offices nowadays are built with strong materials such as steel, anodized aluminum, fiberglass-reinforced plastic, and more. Because of these tough materials, they are generally very low maintenance, despite dirt, high or low temperatures, and other weather conditions.
In addition, at Allied Modular, we design them to be secure, with heavy-duty doors and strong windows to prevent theft and other criminal activity.
“How long does it take to get a portable office set up?”
Most portable offices can be delivered and installed within a matter of days, as opposed to traditional construction which would take months (at least). Setting up a prefabricated portable office takes a fraction of the time. At Allied Modular, our offices come pre-wired with switches, outlets, and more to make sure you’re ready to use them on arrival.
“Do portable construction offices require a foundation?”
In most cases, portable offices don’t need a foundation. They can be installed directly on level ground.
From Standard Features to Custom Choices
While portable construction offices typically come with ready-to-use features, we understand that not every job site is the same. Each one will have different requirements and needs, and a lot will depend on the size of your team and the specific type of project. At Allied Modular, we have many customization choices for our portable construction offices, including the following:
- Built-In Storage: Many units have shelves and cabinets already, which makes it easy to keep organized.
- Air Conditioning: HVAC systems with heating and cooling can create a comfortable space for workers.
- Safety: Our lockable doors and safety windows can help protect against theft and vandalism.
- Insulation: We can also add thermal insulation or soundproofing to make the office more comfortable and quiet, even on busy job sites.
This is by no means an exhaustive list, but it does give you an idea for how much these spaces can be customized to your specific team.
The Bottom Line
Portable construction offices are much more than temporary workspaces. They’re a necessary tool in many if not all modern job sites. They give businesses security, flexibility, quiet spaces, and more to help job sites run smoothly.
Interested in adding portable construction offices to your job site? Reach out to the experts at Allied Modular to get a quote today.
