ᐅ Is a multi-utility connection included in the foundation slab?
Created on: 29 Jan 2020 09:28
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Lucrezia
Hello everyone!
Until yesterday, I was not familiar with this term (MSA – multi-utility connection).
Now our general contractor (GC) is asking us who will carry out the MSA for our project.
The GC is responsible for the foundation slab (we are building without a basement) and the house entirely. Only the earthworks and utility connections on the property are not included.
Our contract states:
"All utility lines will be routed together and end at the exterior edge of the foundation slab. Up to four penetrations of the exterior wall/foundation slab for drainage pipes are included. ... You will have planning certainty for your finances."
The GC has informed us several times about what is not included in the offer. This MSA is mentioned for the first time.
Is it not common practice for the MSA to be installed together with the foundation slab?
What has been your experience?
Until yesterday, I was not familiar with this term (MSA – multi-utility connection).
Now our general contractor (GC) is asking us who will carry out the MSA for our project.
The GC is responsible for the foundation slab (we are building without a basement) and the house entirely. Only the earthworks and utility connections on the property are not included.
Our contract states:
"All utility lines will be routed together and end at the exterior edge of the foundation slab. Up to four penetrations of the exterior wall/foundation slab for drainage pipes are included. ... You will have planning certainty for your finances."
The GC has informed us several times about what is not included in the offer. This MSA is mentioned for the first time.
Is it not common practice for the MSA to be installed together with the foundation slab?
What has been your experience?
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nordbayer29 Jan 2020 10:45If the materials are provided by the client instead of through the general contractor, would this have any disadvantages regarding warranties for airtightness, etc.?
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borderpuschl29 Jan 2020 11:54You also need to confirm this with your utility provider. In our case, they only approved a specific one, which could only be obtained through them (ordering online was also possible, but the local building suppliers did not carry this manufacturer).