ᐅ Experiences with Construction Companies in Berlin and Surrounding Areas (within approximately 50 km)

Created on: 14 Jul 2020 08:14
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Ybias78
Hello,

we are currently looking for a construction company (masonry/concrete construction) to build our house. However, those we contact either do not respond or it takes a very long time to get answers. We have a preferred company from the town where we live (our first conversation was 2.5 weeks ago). Unfortunately, they have not replied for over two weeks now (they are not on vacation).

Now the question: Do you possibly know a construction company you can recommend? And is it normal for responses to take several weeks?

Thank you in advance.
Mycraft14 Jul 2020 14:33
I can recommend Bonava and EDAS. Possibly also Heinz von Heiden, who operate in Berlin, as they generally deliver reliable houses.
Nida35a14 Jul 2020 14:37
@Ybias78
We have a solid house, built stone by stone,
Mein Haus Gmbh, Nauen, Ulmenweg
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Ybias78
14 Jul 2020 15:14
Nida35a schrieb:

@Ybias78
We have a solid masonry house, built stone by stone,
Mein Haus GmbH, Nauen, Ulmenweg

Thank you very much. I have contacted them; they were not reachable by phone. This time in detail.
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Tassimat
14 Jul 2020 15:44
The problem is sending an email without making prior contact.
Ybias78 schrieb:

Thank you. I contacted them; they were not reachable by phone.
How many times did you try?

With tradespeople, it is even more difficult by email. That’s why I ALWAYS call first: “Hello, my name is Tassimat. I’m looking for a tradesperson for... Am I speaking with the right person?” The rest happens naturally from there. Only after that do I send an email: “As discussed on the phone, I am sending you...” Afterward, communication continues by phone or in person.
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Ybias78
14 Jul 2020 15:47
Tassimat schrieb:

The problem is sending an email without any prior contact.

How many times have you tried?

With tradespeople, it’s even harder via email. That’s why I ALWAYS call first: “Hello, my name is Tassimat. I’m looking for a tradesperson for .... Is this the right place?” The rest follows naturally. Only after that do I send an email: “As discussed on the phone, I am sending you...”. After that, communication continues by phone or in person.


I tried 5 times. If no one responds within 2-3 days, I will call and introduce myself politely.
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Ybias78
14 Jul 2020 16:13
Nida35a schrieb:

@Ybias78
We built in Berlin with
Mein Haus GmbH Nauen
10x16m (33x52 feet) bungalow, solid construction,
living area 125m2 (1,345 sq ft),
just call directly, make an appointment,
after 1-2 hours you will know if you want to proceed
Regards, Nida

Thanks again for the tip. I received a callback. The appointment is set for next Monday. Is there anything I should keep in mind regarding the company? Maybe you could share some tips.