Having a worn down or damaged running track is cause for concern. The last thing you want is for an athlete to get injured because your running surface isn’t up to par. However, if you don’t do your research when it comes to new track installation, you could end up looking at a quote that you simply can’t afford. Fortunately, you can look into value engineering to solve your problem. Learn more about this concept and how it can save when it comes to running track costs from the team at American Athletic Track and Turf.
What Is Value Engineering?
Value engineering is an approach to project planning that helps achieve lower costs. It has been around since the 1940s when General Electric sought more affordable ways to make products during a chronic material shortage during World War II. In value engineering, a proposed design will be altered in a way that helps save money. This can involve choosing more cost-effective materials or opting for different construction methods. Because value engineering focuses more on the functionality of the project, it can help cut down on costs without sacrificing the intended use.
Why Is Value Engineering Helpful?
For athletic directors and business directors, value engineering is very useful because it allows them to pivot from their original design. When you’re dealing with expensive and complex projects like running tracks, artificial turf fields, and tennis courts, you’re simply not going to know the cost of the project right away. You’ll have to have a designer create a detailed layout and then see what price companies are willing to do the job for. Without value engineering, you might be stuck paying far more than you want after receiving quotes.
However, as long as you have an existing design, you can find ways to make the project work based on your allotted budget. There are two options you can consider:
Keep the Original Intent of the Design
In this instance, the creator of the design will meet with the qualified contractors to discuss ways that the design can be adjusted without making any changes to its original intent. This means you’ll be able to enjoy the same basic design but won’t need to break the bank.
Adjust the Original Intent of the Design
Should there be no good options for modifying the materials and method of construction, you’ll need to reimagine the original design. Again, you’ll need to communicate with your design professional and the contractor you plan to hire to make sure the new design can both fit your needs and your budget.
How American Athletic Can Help Reduce Running Track Costs
At American Athletic, we have a certified track builder on staff. This means you can trust our work and expertise and depend on us to find a way to make your project work for your needs. We also take a vertically integrated approach to track building, providing proper drainage, base construction, asphalt paving, and track surfacing. We also offer customization with rubber colors to make your design stand out.
Another way we help our customers save is by providing affordable repair and maintenance services. This helps keep your track looking great and usable for years to come, so you won’t have to worry about replacing it in a few years.
We also offer our SmartBuy program to help get your project off the ground sooner. This co-op purchasing program lets you bypass the traditional bidding process, giving you more control and helping save time.
Trust Our Team for Your Project
Thanks to value engineering, running track costs don’t have to exceed your budget. At American Athletic, we provide those in Eastern Pennsylvania, Southern Massachusetts, Delaware, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Florida (Orlando and a two-hour radius around that city) with high-quality installations that are made to last.
We have won awards for our work, have been in business for over 40 years, and provide warranties to give you peace of mind. We also work with the FieldTurf A Tarkett Sports Company to provide reliable products. If you’re interested in any of our services, contact us or request a quote today.
