Scheduling For Success

When scheduling maintenance an important factor to consider is the interruption time to your facility operations. When painting any space it is essentially unusable for normal activity until painting is complete. Knowing how to reduce interruption time and produce a quality outcome is important.

Here are a few things to consider when scheduling your project that can help reduce interruption time:

1)    Paint and coating selection can have a major impact on scheduling. Using top-quality materials can double the life of the paint job, in turn reducing the number of interruptions to the building’s users. It makes the contractors’ job easier reducing labor costs.  

2)    Applying a second coat is more cost-effective than two first coats spread over time because preparation for the second coat is minimal. This approach is also a good way to use the remaining paint that was purchased. Later, keeping the surface looking fresh, bright and clean in between repainting is simple, just wipe it down and touch up a few high-traffic areas. 

3)    Using the latest equipment and techniques helps to make the job go quicker and efficiently. For example, attachments for power-fed rollers and pads are important tools that can shorten a paint job and minimize disruptions to users’ schedules. These tools attach directly to the paint can, eliminating the paint-transfer steps. These tools also offer quick-cleaning features that shorten cleanup time.  

4)    Working when convenient for the facility. Deciding when to paint depends on occupancy schedules. For example, work in most commercial facilities and schools can be performed at night, during the summer, or over holidays, when few, if any, occupants are present. Finding a contractor like Cobb Brothers Company who can work nights and weekends at no extra charge is an optimal situation.  

5)    Taking One Last Look A final walk-through is an important part of any paint-application project, so managers should include time for this activity in the schedule. Addressing any issues before the contractors leave allows for the project to be completed without having to return and interrupt the work flow again.

A combination of top-of-the-line materials, high-quality tools, and proper attention to exact timing of the job will lead to reduced interruption time and a successful approach to scheduling.  

Get started by contacting Cobb Brothers Company today. 508-655-7910 We are happy to set up a visit to go over your facility’s painting and carpentry requirements and help get you on the path to successful scheduling.