ANSWERS FROM ABI
Frequently asked questions.
Straightforward answers about our experience, approach, and the way we work with clients.
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Who is ABI Companies?
Founded in 1985, ABI is a family-owned commercial general contractor known for dependable service and hands-on leadership.
Where does ABI work?
ABI serves clients across Florida, the Southeast, and Texas. Contact us about your specific location.
What types of projects does ABI build?
ABI works on corporate offices, financial institutions, law firms, healthcare, technology and energy facilities, senior living, hospitality, and other commercial spaces.
Does ABI handle renovations?
Yes. Commercial interior improvements, tenant improvements, and renovations are core areas of ABI’s experience.
Can ABI manage a project from planning to completion?
Yes. ABI supports preconstruction, construction, and post-construction, maintaining accountability through closeout.
What happens during preconstruction?
ABI helps review project scope, budgets, schedules, constructability, and coordination requirements to identify challenges early.
What is ABI Team Build?
ABI encourages owners, designers, and construction professionals to collaborate early, align expectations, and resolve challenges.
How does ABI communicate during construction?
We emphasize clear communication, accessible leadership, and coordination among clients, design teams, and trade partners.
Does ABI build ground-up projects?
Yes. Along with interior improvements and renovations, ABI has experience with ground-up commercial construction.
How do I get started?
Share your project location, type, scope, and anticipated schedule through our Contact page. Our team can discuss next steps.
When should I involve a general contractor in my project?
Involving ABI during early planning allows the team to review scope, budgets, schedules, constructability, and potential challenges before decisions become costly to change.
What information does ABI need to evaluate a potential project?
A useful starting point is the project location, type of space, anticipated scope, target schedule, and any available drawings or budget parameters. ABI can discuss what else is needed.
Can ABI work with my architect and design team?
Yes. ABI works alongside owners, architects, engineers, and other project partners to coordinate decisions and address construction considerations early.
Can ABI renovate an occupied building?
ABI has experience with improvements and renovations in occupied environments. Planning focuses on access, scheduling, communication, and minimizing disruption while maintaining safe work areas.
How does ABI help manage construction costs?
ABI reviews scope and cost considerations during preconstruction, identifies potential issues, and keeps clients informed about decisions that can affect the budget.
How does ABI handle project schedules and deadlines?
ABI develops and coordinates project schedules around the work, key decisions, procurement, and trade activities. The team communicates progress and addresses scheduling challenges as they arise.
What should clients expect during project closeout?
Closeout includes coordinating remaining work, inspections, documentation, and turnover requirements so clients can move into or use the completed space with confidence.
Does ABI work with repeat clients and multiple locations?
Long-term client relationships are central to ABI's approach. The company serves clients across Florida, the Southeast, and Texas, including organizations with ongoing construction needs.
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