A tenant lease improvement allowance is one of the most common tenant improvements that landlords pay for in a commercial lease. Changes requested by a tenant should be accommodated within the parameters established. The tenant must pay the difference if the cost of improvements exceeds the TI allowance. Those figures are usually broken down by price per square foot or total sum. Some landlords are willing to negotiate the TI allowance, particularly if the rental market is performing well.

We can bring your vision to life in-house or refer you to one of our talented colleagues.

We work with several engineers who we believe are knowledgeable and fair. We do not, however, have to use our engineer. If you have a preferred method, we'll be happy to work with it.

Our crew is prepared to begin working on your project as soon as we agree to the details and sign a contract.

We have three options. The appropriate choice typically depends on the scope of services and client preference. A summary of the options is as follows:

Fixed Price
The most common type of construction contract is a fixed-price construction contract, also known as a "lump sum" or "stipulated sum" contract. As the name implies, a "fixed price" contract requires Mardena Construction to build the project for a "fixed" or agreed-upon price.

Cost Plus
Under a cost-plus construction contract, also called a time and materials contract, the project owner agrees to pay Mardena Construction for its costs plus a fee, which may be a fixed amount or a percentage of charges.

Guaranteed Maximum Price
Under a guaranteed maximum price contract, project owners agree to pay Mardena Construction for our time and cost of materials plus a fee—but only up to a “guaranteed maximum price.”

Mardena Construction will create a project plan that includes a breakdown of all project costs. Payment will be expected at various stages of the project and will be clearly stated in the contract to avoid surprises. We will email invoices, payment applications, and/or all required lien releases as specified in the contract documents.

Mardena Construction can secure all necessary permits. Since the permit costs fluctuate and are dependent on the project, city, etc., we never include the permit fee in our estimates, and the fee would be reimbursed by the client.

All project requirements differ, but we strive to use local resources as much as possible. With years of experience in the industry, we have relationships with tons of quality manufacturers and businesses that allow us to pass on the savings to you.

Yes, without a doubt. Asbestos is a hazardous substance found in old buildings, particularly those built before the 1980s. It was used in spray insulation and fireproofing. Long-term asbestos exposure can cause health problems. If asbestos is not checked and removed before a demolition project, it can be released into the air and cause health problems for everyone who breathes it in.

Before demolition, it is critical to check for asbestos. Often, a building is deemed unsafe to remain standing and must be demolished. Asbestos can contribute to the condemnation of a structure. Before demolition, asbestos abatement, or the safe removal of asbestos, should be performed on each building where asbestos is discovered. There will be an additional cost if any Asbestos-Containing Materials (ACM) are found.

You want to hire someone knowledgeable about environmental stewardship and asbestos risks. A skilled contractor should be able to confidently answer all of these questions regarding your commercial demolition project. If a contractor is flustered when asked any of these questions, you should look elsewhere.