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Construction Monitoring Services in Iowa

NWM’s Construction Monitoring Services in Iowa

NWM Risk Management provides comprehensive construction monitoring services in Iowa to mitigate lender risk for projects across the entire state. We offer these services for residential, commercial, land development, and rehab projects throughout the state. With Iowa’s flood risks, severe winter weather, and evolving building codes, our expertise ensures that lenders, developers, and property owners mitigate risks and comply with state-specific requirements.

We serve all 99 counties, including major metro areas such as:

  • Des Moines, West Des Moines, and Ankeny (Central Iowa)
  • Cedar Rapids, Waterloo, and Iowa City (Eastern Iowa)
  • Davenport, Sioux City, and Council Bluffs (Western Iowa)
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Construction Progress Monitoring in Iowa

Draw Inspections

NWM performs draw inspections in Iowa to verify completed work before loan disbursements to minimize lender risk.

Site Inspections

We conduct site inspections to assess a property’s exterior and, upon request, its interior, checking for neighborhood issues, deferred maintenance, and occupancy status.

Post Disaster Inspections

Our post disaster inspections involve assessing structural damage and safety concerns after natural disasters.

Insurance Inspections

We provide assessments to help property owners meet insurance requirements and reduce premiums.

Iowa Construction Risk Management Services

Budget Reviews

We perform budget reviews to assess construction budgets to identify financial risks, improve cost management, and enhance lender confidence.

Plan and Cost Reviews

We perform plan and cost reviews in Iowa that involve analyzing construction plans and budgets to identify risks, prevent cost overruns, and ensure project feasibility for project.

General Contractor Reviews

We perform general contractor reviews to verify contractor credentials We verify contractor credentials, experience, and financial stability to ensure reliable project execution.

Post Construction Analysis

NWM utilizes a post-construction analysis to evaluate completed projects for compliance, quality, and long-term structural integrity.

Cost-to-Complete Report

We perform cost-to-complete reports to determine remaining costs and project feasibility to help lenders and stakeholders make informed funding decisions.

Building Assessment and Engineering Services in Iowa

Property Condition Assessments (PCAs)

We perform PCA’s to evaluate properties for potential risks before purchase, sale, or development.

Site Visit and Meetings: Conduct site visits and meet with the property manager and owner for document collection and visual inspection.

Visual Inspection: On-site evaluation of structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. Assessment of interior finishes, accessibility, and natural hazards.

Document Review: Analysis of construction documents, maintenance records, and previous inspection reports.

Interviews: Discussions with property managers, maintenance staff, and occupants for property performance insights.

Documentation and Reporting: Comprehensive documentation and reporting of building components.

Cost Analysis: Provide cost estimates and final opinions on the building and its components.

Repair and Maintenance Recommendations: Recommendations for immediate repairs, upcoming capital expenditures, and budget cost estimates.

Seismic Risk Assessments

We analyze structures and complete seismic risk assessments to understand potential earthquake vulnerabilities, even in low-risk areas.

Detailed Findings: Comprehensive summary of the property’s condition, including identified issues and potential risks.

Photographic Documentation: Visual evidence of key findings to support the report’s conclusions.

Cost Estimates: Budget estimates for recommended repairs and maintenance tasks.

Mitigation Strategy: Mitigation strategies for identified seismic risks, including immediate actions and long-term strategies.

Final Opinion: Professional opinion on the building and its components, including items of immediate repair and major upcoming capital expenditures.

Environmental Consulting in Iowa

Phase 1 Environmental Assessments

We provide phase 1 environmental assessments to evaluate properties for environmental contamination risks before transactions.

NWM At Work in Iowa

  • Des Moines, IA: Draw inspections for a large office park expansion.
  • Cedar Rapids, IA: Property condition assessment (PCA) for a historic warehouse conversion into apartments.
  • Davenport, IA: Site inspections for a new distribution center near the Mississippi River.
  • Sioux City, IA: Post disaster inspections for flood-damaged residential properties.
  • Council Bluffs, IA: Phase 1 environmental site assessment for a new industrial park development.

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Request a contract-free proposal and we will get you pricing tailored to your project’s specific needs in Iowa.

Phone

888.622.0397

Email

sales@nwmriskmanagement.com