Closing the digital gap in renovations
Renovations in existing buildings account for over 50% of construction output in Germany but face particular challenges. The heterogeneity of the building fabric, decades-long renovation backlogs, and the ever-present shortage of skilled workers make digitalization unavoidable. Without digital tools, decisions are often based on incomplete data, leading to miscalculations and budget overruns of 15% or more. The absence of a consistent digital strategy is one of the biggest avoidable cost traps. A specialized software for construction projects provides relief by establishing a reliable data foundation for all project phases. This enables a precise capture of the current state and efficient planning and management of renovation measures. Processes are rethought and automated, laying the groundwork for economic success.
Central platform instead of communication chaos
In 9 out of 10 renovation projects, quick coordination occurs via messenger, but important information gets lost. A central software platform solves this problem by consolidating all communication and documentation in one place. This ensures 100% availability of all relevant data for planning, monitoring, and billing. Rather than searching for information in emails, calls, and WhatsApp chats, all parties have access to the current status at any time. A good photo documentation via app is essential. The following elements are captured seamlessly and structurally:
- Construction progress with time and location stamps
- Digital construction daily reports
- Measured quantities
- Defect reports including deadlines
- Instructions to subcontractors
- Approvals and inspections
- Delivery notes and invoices
This central data foundation reduces the administrative effort for site managers by an average of 30%. The structured storage of information prevents misunderstandings and ensures that decisions are based on facts.
Legally secure documentation at the push of a button
A comprehensive construction documentation is not an optional extra but a legal necessity and the best protection in disputes. Almost every construction project encounters defects; without proper documentation, clarifying fault is often impossible. Professional software for renovation projects automates the creation of legally secure documentation and serves as evidence. It ensures the complete recording of all construction phases and enables effective digital defect management. Particularly in public contracts, documentation according to VOB is essential to secure compensation claims. By digitally recording defects, including photos, deadlines, and responsibilities, the resolution is systematically tracked, and the risk of costly delays is minimized. Thus, a tedious obligation becomes a valuable tool for risk minimization.
Success factor acceptance: Bringing the construction site along
The best software is useless if it’s not adopted by the employees on-site. Complex systems requiring extensive training fail in practice over 70% of the time. The solution lies in simplicity. Valoon addresses this by building on the most used digital tool on the construction site: WhatsApp. Employees do not need to install a new app or learn anything new. They communicate as usual via messenger while Valoon prepares all data securely for the office in the background. This approach completely overcomes the acceptance hurdle and ensures 100% usage from day one. The easy operation ensures that even international teams and subcontractors can become productive immediately without training. This finally makes the bridge between the construction site and the office a reality.
Core features of modern renovation software
When selecting software for renovation projects, you should pay attention to a practical range of functions. The right tools specifically optimize the critical processes in renovation. A good construction planning software should offer the following core functions:
- Task and defect management: Capture, assign, and track tasks and defects with photos, deadlines, and priorities directly on the digital construction plan.
- Automated reporting: Create construction daily reports and protocols with just one click, saving up to 80% of the documentation time.
- Central planning data: Access the latest version of plans on mobile devices and avoid mistakes caused by outdated documents.
- Digital time tracking: Record working hours and performances directly on-site to ensure precise and timely payroll and re-calculation.
- Legally secure construction diary: Automatically and thoroughly document all relevant events, attendees, and weather data.
These functions lead to a direct increase in efficiency and better cost control throughout the project. The seamless integration of these tools into one platform is crucial for success.
Conclusion: Your advantage with Valoon
Using specialized software for renovation projects is the decisive lever for greater economic efficiency and legal certainty. It transforms unstructured communication into usable, legally secure data and significantly reduces administrative effort. With Valoon, you benefit from a solution that works on-site without training due to WhatsApp integration, ensuring 100% acceptance. Save valuable time, reduce costs, and minimize your liability risk. Experience how uncomplicated and efficient digital construction documentation can be. Book your free demo now and take your renovation projects to the next level.
More Links
de.digital provides an overview of the digitalization index for Germany and the state of digitalization in various sectors.
Das Fraunhofer IESE highlights the results of a study on digitalization in the construction industry in a blog post.
PwC issues a press release about its construction industry study 2023, which addresses progress in digitalization and sustainability.
Das Statistical Federal Office (Destatis) analyzes the potential for digitalization in construction activity statistics in an article.
Der Central Association of the German Construction Industry (ZDB) presents its views and demands regarding digitalization in the construction industry in a position paper.
Comprehensive information on construction prices and the real estate price index is provided by the Statistical Federal Office (Destatis) Institute of the German Economy Cologne (IW Köln).
Das offers a report on the renovation potential of residential properties. Is Valoon also suitable for small renovation projects?
FAQ
Yes, Valoon is ideal for renovation projects of any size. Our platform scales with your requirements. Especially for smaller projects, where efficiency and clean documentation are essential, Valoon helps keep administrative effort low and allows for professional work from the start.
Ja, Valoon ist für Sanierungsprojekte jeder Grösse ideal. Unsere Plattform skaliert mit Ihren Anforderungen. Gerade bei kleineren Projekten, wo Effizienz und eine saubere Dokumentation entscheidend sind, hilft Valoon, den administrativen Aufwand gering zu halten und von Anfang an professionell zu arbeiten.
Do my employees on-site need to install a new app?
No, and that is the biggest advantage of Valoon. Your employees and subcontractors on-site continue to use WhatsApp as usual. There is no need to install a new app or undergo training. All data collection and structuring for the office occurs in the background.
How is the legal security of the documentation ensured?
Valoon processes all information sent via WhatsApp (photos, texts, voice messages) and prepares them in a structured digital construction diary. All entries automatically receive a timestamp and location stamp and are archived unalterably. This creates a seamless and legally secure documentation that can serve as evidence when needed.
Can external partners like subcontractors also be involved?
Yes, involving subcontractors and other external partners is straightforward. They are simply added to the respective project group in WhatsApp and can immediately start participating, without incurring additional licensing costs or requiring partners to familiarize themselves with a new system.
What data can I collect with Valoon?
You can collect all relevant project data: photos and videos of construction progress, defects including comments, voice notes for quick instructions, text messages, digital delivery notes, and invoices. Valoon automatically transforms this information into structured data for your construction diary, photo documentation, and defect management.
How quickly can I start with Valoon?
You can start within minutes. After a short setup of your project in the Valoon web portal, you can immediately integrate your teams on-site via WhatsApp. The process is deliberately uncomplicated and designed for a quick, smooth start.
