Hi,
We are considering hiring a building surveyor for the construction of our single-family house. We already have an architect from the construction company.
So my question is, should we bring in a building surveyor? They would be independent but might also cause some tensions!?
How many inspections would be reasonable? I often read about 8-10!?
What should the cost be?
And where can I find a reliable one?
I hope you can help me.
Regards, Sebastian
We are considering hiring a building surveyor for the construction of our single-family house. We already have an architect from the construction company.
So my question is, should we bring in a building surveyor? They would be independent but might also cause some tensions!?
How many inspections would be reasonable? I often read about 8-10!?
What should the cost be?
And where can I find a reliable one?
I hope you can help me.
Regards, Sebastian
Hire an independent expert publicly appointed by the Chamber of Industry and Commerce (IHK).
I believe in our case, they visited 8 or 9 times. It cost around 3,500 euros (about 3,500 USD), maybe a bit less.
In my opinion, it is an investment in quality. Many craftsmen admit that they work more properly and carefully when an expert is involved.
Additionally, you have a competent contact person who works in your favor if you have questions or doubts. Who would you ask if something doesn’t seem right? The tradesperson who might have made the potential mistake?
I believe in our case, they visited 8 or 9 times. It cost around 3,500 euros (about 3,500 USD), maybe a bit less.
In my opinion, it is an investment in quality. Many craftsmen admit that they work more properly and carefully when an expert is involved.
Additionally, you have a competent contact person who works in your favor if you have questions or doubts. Who would you ask if something doesn’t seem right? The tradesperson who might have made the potential mistake?
The regional concrete construction company was informed in advance, and the manager had communicated this to his workers beforehand. We coordinated the timing of the inspections with the expert.
As complete construction novices, we were glad to have an expert/claims adjuster by our side.
As complete construction novices, we were glad to have an expert/claims adjuster by our side.
S
SebastianH.25 Sep 2020 17:03haydee schrieb:
Hire an independent expert publicly appointed by the Chamber of Commerce.
I think he came around 8 or 9 times. It cost around 3,500 euros (about 3,700 US dollars), maybe a bit less.
In my opinion, it’s an investment in quality. Many tradespeople admit that they work more carefully and thoroughly when an expert is involved.
Plus, you have a knowledgeable contact who works in your favor if you have questions or doubts. Who else can you ask if something doesn’t seem right? The tradesperson who may have made the potential mistake?How do you find one, and what is the procedure to engage them?
SebastianH. schrieb:
How can you get one or what is the procedure?You search the expert directory of the Chamber of Commerce (IHK) and enter "construction" in the search field for the relevant specialty, then select, for example, "building inspection."https://www.instagram.com/11antgmxde/
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We were with the Association of Private Homeowners – Association of Private Homeowners. They have a regional list of building experts. These experts take care of checking the contract and the scheduling upon request.
And in case you’re wondering how to get in touch with the association: Google is your friend.
And in case you’re wondering how to get in touch with the association: Google is your friend.
I can warmly recommend a building savings contract. Our expert has already resolved some issues before they were even brought to our attention. That was invaluable, especially since we just had a baby.
However, there can sometimes be delays because the expert and the general contractor (GC) or their subcontractors have different opinions, which can lead to a work stoppage. For example, this happened with the plasterers in our case.
On our street, a work stoppage was ordered because the moisture content was still too high before the floor covering installation due to water damage. However, the residents had to move out of their apartment and were therefore not very happy with the expert’s decision.
However, there can sometimes be delays because the expert and the general contractor (GC) or their subcontractors have different opinions, which can lead to a work stoppage. For example, this happened with the plasterers in our case.
On our street, a work stoppage was ordered because the moisture content was still too high before the floor covering installation due to water damage. However, the residents had to move out of their apartment and were therefore not very happy with the expert’s decision.
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