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Construction as Part of the Solution

Part of the solution to Minnesota’s childcare shortage can be found in commercial construction, as it plays a key role by building new facilities and remodeling existing ones to meet the changing needs and regulations. Nor-Son brings experience in constructing state-of-the-art childcare centers that meet the highest standards of safety, accessibility, and comfort.

A childcare facility design should welcome children and adults, be easy to navigate, and be built with industry-leading safety and security features. Achieving these standards requires partnering with an experienced commercial construction firm that can meet all a developer/owner’s needs—on time and on budget.

Nor-Son partners with clients to build childcare centers that are constructed quickly, efficiently, and cost-effective. As a builder, Nor-Son focuses on three primary goals: speed to market, quality, and budget control.

Speed to Market: Opening Doors Sooner

Accelerating the construction schedule is crucial to meeting community needs and maximizing operational success. In many communities, multiple childcare centers are built within the same development simultaneously. Nor-Son is adept at finishing on time to help secure children and parents for the childcare provider. Thanks to an efficient, experienced team, Nor-Son often delivers facilities ahead of schedule—helping providers get up and running faster.

With an integrated pre-construction and build process, Nor-Son eliminates delays caused by miscommunication between architects and contractors. Their in-house teams collaborate from day one to keep projects moving smoothly.

The longer a facility takes to design and build, the longer families remain on waitlists, and providers lose potential revenue. Nor-Son understands the urgency.

Budget Control: Building Smarter

Nor-Son is highly skilled at setting accurate budgets at the start of each project and helping clients maintain financial sustainability over time. From design ideas to understanding daycare center building requirements, Nor-Son works to reduce both upfront building costs and long-term operating expenses. 

Here’s how Nor-Son helps drive costs down:

1. Energy-Efficient Design: Nor-Son integrates HVAC, lighting systems, and natural daylighting strategies to lower monthly utility bills.

2. Value Engineering: Nor-Son uses cost-saving methods during preconstruction without compromising quality or safety.

3. Navigating Zoning and Licensing: Nor-Son streamlines the permitting process to avoid costly holdups.

4. Smart Material Selection: Durable, low-maintenance finishes reduce repair and replacement costs—an important consideration in facilities that serve young children.

5. Operational Efficiency: Centers are designed to function well, with flexible layouts and right-sized spaces that support efficient staffing and reduce overhead.

6. Safety Is Key: Building safe childcare centers in Minnesota ultimately saves money by preventing costly accidents and injuries, also reducing a need for expensive insurance claims.