The successful church building program is directly attributed to project preparation. It begins with an objective, methodical, and detailed process that includes a checklist of issues and factors, appropriately weighted and prioritized for the church’s specific situation and needs – and the best checklists emanate from a strong initial project planning team organization that may […]
Do you know it only takes one ounce of mercury to contaminate a lake for centuries? That is why it is important to properly recycle lamps and lightbulbs. Arthur Funk and Sons, Inc., Construction Services, received certification for the proper recycling of over 80 lamps and lighting for Chester Springs Harley Davidson. According to President […]
How to evaluate construction methods. How to approach a design. How to determine if you can afford it. The building project do’s and don’ts for pastors and church leaders will be explored in two free workshops on Tuesday, May 3, 2016 in Hummelstown and on Tuesday May 10, 2016, in York. The Free “Church Building […]
CLIENT: GRAVEL HILL UMC NEW ADDITION When the Gravel Hill United Methodist Church experienced a devastating fire, the stained glass windows were able to be preserved and restored for use in the beautiful new, larger building. The growing congregation, soon requested an addition for a fellowship welcome center, complete with coffee café and seating […]
Preservation is defined as the act or process of sustaining the materials, form, and integrity of a historic property. Measures are taken to protect and in some cases repair materials before they are replaced in either an old or new structure. The first step in a preservation project is research and review. Due diligence allows […]
What is the first step for your church expansion and construction process? Well, if you have attended one of our seminars, then you have made a BIG first step. If you have not, here are some tips that can get you started. Step #1 Start with the basics. What are your needs? How much can you […]
“What can we do with what we have?” This is the first question asked when starting a new building project. When it comes to adaptive reuse or repositioning (the construction industry’s term for building recycling where old rooms or buildings are given new purpose), industries that are experiencing major growth, such as lifecare and healthcare […]
By definition, “Environmental Stewardship is the responsibility for environmental quality shared by all those whose actions affect the environment.” Churches and the Corproate Community understand Stewardship, mostly when it comes to finances. When it comes to the environment, everyone can be stewards as well as save money. When you hear the words, “GOING GREEN,” what […]
Welcome to the Funk Construction Blog! Our goal is to provide you with useful information and tips to help make your vision a reality and at the same time efficiently and effectively plan and execute your construction budget and perhaps assist save some dollars to your operational budget. Arthur Funk and Sons, Inc., Construction Services, traces its […]
