ᐅ Meeting with the construction company: What questions should we ask?

goalkeeper schrieb:

I would first inquire about the additional costs for electrical work, such as each extra power outlet, network socket, and so on. Also, only 30 x 30 cm (12 x 12 inches) tiles are included in the sizes listed. Nowadays, tile installations usually include 60 x 30 cm (24 x 12 inches). I would want to know the extra costs for that.

Furthermore:

- What is the price for lockable windows (important for homes with children)
- Additional cost for electrical preparation in a future garden shed
- Extra cost for electrical connection on the terrace for a future awning

Sorry, question 7 was not copied earlier – 7. Options for changes during selection – for example – flooring – vinyl / different tile sizes / power outlets & network sockets

That already tells us quite a bit.
Is there a road or something nearby that might cause a lot of noise? Aerated concrete doesn’t provide the best sound insulation. You might want to consider changing that. Costs?
At a minimum, have the party wall between the semi-detached houses built from sand-lime brick. This is probably already done for soundproofing anyway. At least ask about it.
Eaves – what material are they? Wood or plastic? I couldn’t find any information about that.
The downpipes have no flaps for water or debris.
The sanitary fixtures are completely standard, and during the selection process, extremely high prices are usually charged. You could ask whether it’s possible to source a washbasin yourself and have it installed for free.
There is no kitchen included – by when does the company need the kitchen layout?
The electrical setup is quite comprehensive, but I would still ask about the additional costs. Is the utility room the same as the laundry room?
The staircase is entirely standard. I would have asked about any extra costs here as well. This can quickly get into the five-digit range.

RC 1 N is a fairly low resistance class. I would also inquire about extra costs here. The patio doors are available with a low threshold for easier access. Again, ask about the additional price.

Request a payment schedule to avoid paying too much upfront.

danixf schrieb:


Is there a road or something nearby that could cause a lot of noise? Aerated concrete doesn’t have the best sound insulation. Maybe consider changing that. Costs?

No, nothing nearby.

At least have the party wall between the semi-detached houses built from sand-lime brick. It’s probably already done that way for soundproofing, but I would definitely ask.

We spoke to some residents in the neighborhood who have similar semi-detached houses, and they said you can’t hear the neighbors from the other semi-detached unit.

Eaves – what material? Wood or plastic? Didn’t find any information about that.

We’ll keep that in mind. Which would be better here?

The downpipes don’t have any flaps for water or similar.

Could we get more details on that?

The sanitary fittings are very basic, and at the selection appointment, excessively high prices are usually charged. You might want to ask during the meeting if you could, for example, supply your own washbasin and have it installed at no extra cost.

Thanks.

No kitchen is included – by when does the company need the kitchen plan? Thanks, good point.

The electrical setup includes a lot, but I would still ask about any additional costs.

Will do.

Is the utility room the same as the laundry room?

Yes, and there is also a storage room.

The staircase is very standard as well. I would have asked about additional costs in advance here too. That can quickly reach five figures.

RC 1 N is quite a low resistance class. I would ask about extra costs here as well. The patio doors are also available with a low threshold for easier access. Ask about additional costs for that too.

Request the payment schedule to avoid paying too much in advance. The payment schedule is attached.

Here is the information.

Is there a road or something nearby that could cause a lot of noise? Aerated concrete doesn’t provide the best sound insulation. Maybe consider changing that. Costs?

No, nothing nearby.

At minimum, have the party wall between the semi-detached houses built from sand-lime brick. It’s probably already done this way for soundproofing anyway. I would at least ask.

We talked to some people in the neighborhood who own similar semi-detached houses, and they told us you can’t hear the neighbors from the other semi-detached unit.

Eaves – what material? Wood or plastic? No information found.

We’ll keep that in mind. Which would be better here?

The downpipes do not have any flaps for water or similar.

Could we get more details on that?

The sanitary fittings are very basic, and at the selection appointment, the prices are usually exorbitant. You could ask if you might supply your own washbasin and have it installed for free.

Thanks.

There is no kitchen included – by when does the company need the kitchen plan? Thanks, good point.

There is a good electrical package included but ask about extra costs.

Will do.

Is the utility room the same as the laundry room?

Yes, and there is also a storage room.

The staircase is very standard. I would also have asked about additional costs beforehand. That can easily reach five figures.

RC 1 N is a rather low resistance class. I would also ask about extra costs here. The patio doors are also available with a low threshold for easier access. Ask about additional costs here as well.

Request the payment plan to avoid paying too much upfront. The payment plan is attached.

Call me paranoid, but the payment schedule would already be a deal breaker for me.

kati1337 schrieb:
Call me paranoid, but the payment schedule would already be a deal-breaker for me.

Why?

MP12345 schrieb:

We spoke with some people from the neighborhood who have a semi-detached house like this, and they told us you can’t hear the neighbors in the other half.

Noise is a very personal perception.

MP12345 schrieb:

Eaves – which material? Wood or plastic? Couldn’t find any information about that.

Let’s keep it in mind, which would be better here?

Well, both have pros and cons. Wood needs to be painted, but it’s a natural building material. Plastic probably lasts forever. Most people I know choose plastic.

MP12345 schrieb:

Downpipes have no valves for water or similar.

Can we explain that in more detail?

Google: downpipe valve

MP12345 schrieb:

Is the connection room the utility room?

Yes, and there is also a storage room.

That one is not included in the building contract. What kind of equipment does it have? Or is it considered a pantry?