While experienced contractors may be comfortable and perfectly competent with your trust to execute a million-dollars worth of building, MRI projects are different because the greatest value isn't the building... it's the building's capability to support your MRI technology and operations!

There are so many ways that poor construction can foul an MRI, it defies counting! MRI’s are unique in their construction requirements and contractors who waive-off your concerns with ‘we know what we’re doing’ are ones to avoid. Too many construction details can diminish the image quality, reduce safety and ultimately impair the financial performance of your facility. And, unfortunately, almost all of them are concealed during construction! The only way to find out if it was done wrong is to tear it out and see… not a winning strategy for such a crucial patient care tool and revenue generator.

The solution is to carefully vet contractors for experience, flexibility, and a good working relationship with owners and the design team.

You may also want to explore a Design-Build arrangement in which you hire a single team to provide both design and construction services.

Junk Architects aides clients in developing contractor screening for MRI and radiology projects and can provide Design-Build services in conjunction with a number of specialized construction contractors.

We also maintain a list of highly qualified contractors with expertise in radiology and MRI suite construction and we can help you pick the best contractor for your project, or help you get out from a bad decision.

Contact us if you would like help evaluating the skills of your selected contractor(s) or if you would like to discuss inviting contractors from our vetted list.