Constructing a building can be very easy if you follow these steps that I will explain to you. Before you start or plan to do something, you better know what’s involved in that thing, and in your plan you know how much you’re going to spend, and you need to know how many people you’re going to use so that you don’t end up paying people in your site that did not work that day.
There are stages in building construction that you need to go through and labor requirements vary, but keep in mind that anyone you bring to your site, working or not, will have to be paid. And in case your first plan doesn’t work, you can try another one.
There are many books heralding new innovations in construction, you may be surprised to find that what you need right now is in those documents and you have more opportunities for alternatives.
The reputation of your professional or contractor; How honest are you and which of your previous jobs can you point to? who can represent him, or recommend him to carry out his work. Make sure this person is actually qualified for the job.
Regardless of what you calculate, our economy is beset by endless inflation, you will always be expected to spend more at the end of the day, so set aside 20% of your building estimate for demands, but be sure not to stretch your budget. to the limit, or what is the essence of a shelter if you don’t have money to feed yourself and your family?
It is important that you approve your construction plan because in the future, the government may decide to turn your building into a road, which you will use to defend yourself or at least receive compensation for your property. If you are an entrepreneur with an approved plan, you can convert your property as collateral to obtain a loan from the bank to help your business.
You and your contractor must have a written agreement about a specific task that he must perform.
perform and also document the amount he pays you and always let him sign below to confirm the amount of money he has paid you, if he doesn’t the chance is very high that you will fight over the money with your contractor as the job progresses. I have seen several cases of this. If you think what you’re charging is a bit high, you’re better off setting a lower price and figuring out how your building will reflect the amount of money you’re paying. Although the cheapest price is not always the best and the cheapest can end up being the most expensive in the long run.
The safety of your workers on site is very important to prevent disasters. Let your contractors stipulate your health measures for your workers, especially in a large building.
When you’re not sure of a step you’re about to take, don’t hesitate to consult the professionals before you start, it can ruin your plans if you don’t seek advice, and local contractors and professionals can be of great help. huge benefits also when you need them in the short term. Remember that you are hiring and creating work by handing over your project to be managed by a professional who may actually be your friend, but in this case it is a business and should be treated as such.
When buying materials, always bet on the best quality and do not hesitate to ask for discounts, you will be surprised by the amount of money that will be returned to you.
When your contractor offers you a deal that’s too sweet for your ears and too generous for your pocketbook, you may be headed for disaster. Construction work is not always as easy as some people would have you believe.
You can also inadvertently save costs when building the largest possible size you can afford, as it will cost less if done at the initial stage rather than an extension later on, especially when you are confident in your capabilities.
There is no need to be unnecessarily squeamish about completing your building very quickly, have the patience to keep an eye on favorable weather when building and also allow room for waste management so you don’t end up without room for your septic, trash and other debris. Regardless of the type of material you buy, make sure it is ready when you need it and always check the presence of the services on the site before buying them.
Where you keep your materials is also important, are they safe? Using a craftsman (bricklayer, carpenter, welder, etc.) to do the work of a professional such as an architect, structural engineer, etc. is not advisable on your site, make sure everyone is qualified for the job at hand and don’t let any contractor decide for you because you are the boss and pay only when the job is satisfactory; however, don’t take shortcuts because you will. it will cost you more later.
You can get the best quality of materials in Nigeria, you may not need to go abroad for this, do not accept poor quality material or workmanship for your work.