Season 2 Ep. 3 | New Medspa Location Construction Planning and Hidden Costs

Construction is where many med spa visions either come to life—or quietly fall apart. In this episode, Ashley James breaks down what really happens behind the scenes of a med spa build-out, and why entering a lease or construction phase without a strategic plan can cost you hundreds of thousands before you ever open your doors.In Season 2, Episode 3- Ashley walks through the real numbers behind build-out costs, explaining how tenant improvement (TI) dollars are often misunderstood—and how “free” TI is typically built back into your lease terms. She shares how to negotiate smarter, secure true concessions like free rent, and avoid getting locked into agreements that limit your flexibility or drain your capital.You’ll also gain insight into the most overlooked lease clauses that can shift significant financial risk onto you—from non-compete protections to excessive security deposits and hidden maintenance responsibilities like HVAC systems that can result in unexpected five-figure expenses. Ashley outlines the full development timeline as well, including design, architecture, MEP engineering, and permitting—highlighting how delays can impact your funding strategy, especially if you’re using SBA or private financing.On the construction side, Ashley shares how her team at DAC vets general contractors, what to look for when comparing bids, and how to identify costly gaps in scope that most owners miss. She also explains how contractor staffing, project management, and contract structure directly impact your timeline—and how to protect yourself with the right terms in place.If you’re planning to launch a medical spa, this episode will give you the clarity and strategy you need to build the right way—without sacrificing the capital required for marketing, staffing, and growth.DermAesthetic Consulting GroupDermAesthetic Consulting Group: Your partner from seed to success in building and scaling medspasMedspa Business BuilderBusiness Builder: More than a CRM—scale your medspa & boost revenue up to 150%AmspaAmerican Med Spa Association: Education, compliance, and resources for medspa successDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showFor more information about DermAesthetic Consulting Group or to schedule a FREE introductory call, with age visit our website http://dermaestheticconsulting.com/@dermaesthetic_consulting@ashleyjames_dacgroupTo subscribe to get exclusive subscription-only episodes and FREE Medspa Business Tools as mentioned by AJ, access to sales webinars provided by DAC or support Medspa Unlocked, Click Here