08 Sep, 2015
Are you looking into building your own commercial or residential property?
Our handy guide points out some of the key things to be aware of during the building process, to make sure that your commercial or residential build goes off without a hitch.
If the quote seems too good to be true, then it probably is! Builders who provide very cheap quotes will then have to recoup costs in other areas, which could result in shoddy work or saving on materials.
Unscrupulous builders may offer an artificially cheap price in order to win your work; however this price will invariably be missing many of the extras that you require to meet your vision.
When building a commercial or residential property, having trust and confidence in your builder is imperative.
You can do this by ensuring you conduct a thorough background check before engaging your builder.
Do a Google search and seek out any information that may be available about your builder online. There are many sites which offer online reviews, so check through sites like these to see whether your builder is mentioned.
Another tried and tested method is obtaining references from your builder; obtaining at least 3 references can give you a good overview of the builder’s past performance.
The contract is a key document which ensures that both you and your builder are covered in the event that anything goes wrong during the build, while also laying out the expectations for you and your builder.
The most common contract option is a fixed price contract. The Master Builders Association explains that a fixed price agreement is where the builder agrees to perform building work for a fixed sum.
Having an excellent channel of communication between you and your builder is very important to the success of your commercial or residential building project. The interaction you have with your builder will ultimately determine the outcome and feel of your commercial or residential building.
Once you have chosen the right builder who you can trust and have confidence in, it is important to fully explain and communicate your building requirements.
The design of your building should be fully understood by your builder, while ensuring that your builder understands the brief is your responsibility.
It is a good idea to establish a regular timeframe for updates from your builder throughout the building process, to ensure that you remain informed of any key developments throughout the build.
This may seem obvious, however ensuring that your final building is both functional and sustainable is highly important. Your finished building should meet your needs in terms of both functionality and sustainability.
Good design and good building can result in huge benefits and savings for you over the years. Occupying an energy efficient and well-made building which is constructed from the best materials will save you money in the long run, as it will reduce the need for costly maintenance and expensive heating or cooling costs.
For a discussion on your next commercial building project, talk to Adam and the team at RapidTilt on 08 9248 5272. With many years of industry experience, they can create a functional and well-designed commercial building that will meet your requirements.
