ᐅ Topping-out ceremony in the context of COVID-19

Hello everyone,

Our topping-out ceremony is coming up in about two weeks. Given the current COVID-19 situation, it’s clear that we will celebrate only with the construction workers, our new neighbors, and our parents. However, it doesn’t feel right not to show some appreciation to the shell builders, who have done an excellent job. Maybe a nicely packaged “worker’s lunch bag” handed to the site supervisor for distribution? Should we inform the neighbors that the celebration will be postponed, or is it better not to mention it at all? What are your thoughts on this? How would you hold a potential topping-out ceremony in these times?

Thanks to all!

Best regards,
T. Liederbach

A small package like that sounds great, and people will be happy. Unfortunately, the topping-out ceremony will probably be canceled, but there is still the sealing ceremony that can be held. Provided the trouble has disappeared by then.

Just leave it out.

It is unfortunate, but it is better to cancel. A replacement event can follow at a later date.

Tradespeople usually receive an envelope with some cash at the topping-out ceremony. They generally skip lunch, although a bottle of beer on Friday afternoon is often appreciated.

ypg schrieb:

Tradespeople usually receive an envelope with some cash at the topping-out ceremony. They usually skip lunch, although a bottle of beer on Friday afternoon is often accepted,

Not for a long time... they don’t come anymore.