Sara Davis

January 2022 Keep Your Customers Happy During Your Next Remodel by Ben Kornowski, Senior Project Manager Are you considering updating your commercial space but dreading the impact on customer traffic? Outdated or damaged commercial property can be a drain on your image and the efficiency of your business, so keeping your space looking good and […]

December 2021 7 Construction Projects Perfect for Winter There are many advantages to scheduling your construction project now, as we enter the winter season. General contractors and subcontractors generally are less busy during winter months, improving their availability. To you, that may mean a shorter project timeline and possibly a better bid. Cold weather does […]

October 2021 Service Division to the Rescue! Do you have a pesky maintenance problem and you’re not sure who can help? Or have you been dreaming of a few minor upgrades to your current space, but you don’t know where to start? We at Peter Schwabe, Inc. are known for our larger commercial construction projects, […]

September 2021 Upgrade your showroom to increase business With online sales playing an increasing role in auto-buying decisions, differentiating your customers’ on-site experience is more important now than ever before. Many buyers begin their car-buying journey online but still crave the touch-and-feel experience a dealership can offer. In addition to implementing auto manufacturers’ reimaging programs, […]

August 2021 Engineer the best value for your next construction project Value engineering will help you get the most out of your next commercial construction project. In this process, your construction team will discuss your goals, analyze the elements of your project, and make recommendations that offer the lowest life-cycle cost while meeting your objectives. […]

July 2021 Maximize your Commercial Construction Dollars In commercial construction and design, many owners dream big, only to be brought back to reality at the budgeting stage. Throughout our 90+ years in business, we have completed projects of all sizes and budgets, and have learned a lot about helping owners achieve their visions while keeping […]

June 2021 Six Reasons to Plan Your Construction Project for a Fall (or Winter) Start It’s construction season! Not only that, we (finally!) appear to have reached the light at the end of the COVID tunnel. Businesses that delayed construction projects during the past uncertain year are now armed with economic confidence (and perhaps stimulus […]

May 2021 Get what YOU want from your next reimaging program Manufacturer-mandated reimaging programs aren’t necessarily “one-size-fits-all.” Did you know you often can negotiate with manufacturer’s representatives to make sure your remodel fits YOUR needs? By getting your construction team involved at the early stages, contractors with auto dealer experience can identify and recommend alternatives […]

April 2021 Risk Performance Improvement – What is your MUDA? Chad Tisonik, CSP, CHCM, CRAPrincipal/President Advisory ServicesHNI Risk Advisors I was scanning the morning headlines hoping for something to catch my eye and BAM! There it was. The title read: “10 brands you know that will disappear”. All of the names on this list are […]

March 2021 Experienced Contractors are Critical to National Rollout Success When your customers walk into one of your franchise locations, they expect the same experience whether they are in Brookfield, Wisconsin, or Tampa, Florida. From service and product quality to the look and feel of your building, maintaining brand standards is critical to giving customers […]

February 2021 Pre-construction Planning: The Foundation for Building Success Owners can save time and money on their next construction project with pre-construction planning. By getting your general contractor involved at the conceptual stages of your project, you can glean valuable, practical insights on the planning, scheduling, engineering, and execution of your project based on years […]

January 2021 Boost sales with your next remodel The automotive industry relies heavily on the buyer’s experience, and the dealership showroom is a critical component of that experience. A modern facility that supports brand imaging requirements is necessary for success. However, the thought of disrupting day-to-day operations in order to implement the updates can seem […]

December 2020 Construction in Winter?! Why this may be the perfect time to start your construction project As the weather cools down, there is no reason for your construction plans to follow suit. Although winter construction does pose a few challenges, most can be overcome (or planned around). There are many advantages to scheduling your […]

November 2020 Keeping your facility looking good and functioning well is critical to your business Whether your facility needs a quick repair, damage clean-up, or routine maintenance, you can’t afford to have your business looking disheveled or unkempt. Winter is an excellent time to take care of nagging maintenance issues before they become expensive repairs. […]

October 2020 Fuel Your Business with Drive-thru Service The impacts of the national pandemic continue to challenge restaurants and other retail establishments. The good news is that, for nimble and resourceful owners and operators, alternative delivery methods can keep customers coming back. In a recent “State of What Feeds Us” (SWFU) report, Bluedot found that […]