Hello dear homebuilding forum,
we are planning to build our single-family house in Saxony-Anhalt in 2018. Yesterday we received the offer. Could you possibly give us some feedback on whether it is good or rather not so good.
Thank you very much
we are planning to build our single-family house in Saxony-Anhalt in 2018. Yesterday we received the offer. Could you possibly give us some feedback on whether it is good or rather not so good.
Thank you very much
The offer and construction scope description reads at a glance like any other construction scope description (or offer) from a relatively affordable but reliable provider. Our construction scope description was certainly very similar. The house works, but sometimes more would be better. For example, it’s worth considering if a ventilation concept is missing and it is repeatedly noted that the house should not be built better with a ventilation concept.
However, that is the problem: no one can just tell you on the spot exactly where the gaps are, which you either upgrade expensively during construction or regret not addressing in the medium term.
As a client, you have the option to join the Association of Private Builders or another organization, or to get advice from consumer protection, which costs a bit but is professionally sound. In your place, I would have an expert review the plans for 300. They can also ask whether you want, for example, 30x60 cm (12x24 inch) tiles installed in a pattern. There is a gap in the construction scope description, as nothing about this is mentioned or included. The electrical system also needs a major upgrade. I see these things as a layperson. The soil report might also require digging deeper than 30 cm (12 inches). As a former builder, I would also reconsider the Q2 plaster finish. It is mentioned several times that painting work is not included. I haven’t checked again, but this also includes the roof cladding, not just the walls. So, from a layperson’s point of view, I see a lot of potential for costly upgrades that I would ask about in advance.
When it comes to checking the technical details, I’m out — I’m not an expert!
Edit (also above)... but I would want to reserve at least 20,000 for selections and samples (depending on the floor plan, where the tile work ends or begins).
However, that is the problem: no one can just tell you on the spot exactly where the gaps are, which you either upgrade expensively during construction or regret not addressing in the medium term.
As a client, you have the option to join the Association of Private Builders or another organization, or to get advice from consumer protection, which costs a bit but is professionally sound. In your place, I would have an expert review the plans for 300. They can also ask whether you want, for example, 30x60 cm (12x24 inch) tiles installed in a pattern. There is a gap in the construction scope description, as nothing about this is mentioned or included. The electrical system also needs a major upgrade. I see these things as a layperson. The soil report might also require digging deeper than 30 cm (12 inches). As a former builder, I would also reconsider the Q2 plaster finish. It is mentioned several times that painting work is not included. I haven’t checked again, but this also includes the roof cladding, not just the walls. So, from a layperson’s point of view, I see a lot of potential for costly upgrades that I would ask about in advance.
When it comes to checking the technical details, I’m out — I’m not an expert!
Edit (also above)... but I would want to reserve at least 20,000 for selections and samples (depending on the floor plan, where the tile work ends or begins).
We definitely want to remove the bathrooms, as the standard (we want large tiles) does not meet our expectations, and the heating needs to be redone accordingly. We have already arranged for the soil survey ourselves.
Additionally, we will have the contract reviewed in advance and bring in an expert from DEKRA.
We have not yet looked into the ventilation system. Does it provide such a significant added value?
Additionally, we will have the contract reviewed in advance and bring in an expert from DEKRA.
We have not yet looked into the ventilation system. Does it provide such a significant added value?
Pinno84 schrieb:
We haven’t looked into the ventilation concept in detail yet. Does it really add that much value?This forum is full of discussions weighing the pros and cons of mechanical ventilation systems – just sit back, browse, and read through.
Pinno84 schrieb:
We definitely want to remove the bathrooms because the standard (we want large tiles) isn’t sufficient for us, and because the heating system would also have to be modified accordingly.Plumbing is not related to the tiling work, though.
Pinno84 schrieb:
Additionally, we will have the contract reviewed beforehand and bring in an expert from DEKRA.Very good!
Regarding the painting work, I just say: Be careful. This is not amateur play. Applying drywall joint compound is not easy; I wouldn’t trust myself with it, and I’ve managed quite a few things well with my own hands. Also, rolling larger surfaces evenly is something not everyone can do. It’s absolutely essential not to forget the primer. For example, my wife and I painted the roof eaves ourselves using Consolan. That’s easy with a bungalow. With a townhouse or villa without scaffolding, it’s almost impossible. You then have to time it when a scaffolding is still up because of the roofing work. Karsten
You really raise your eyebrows when you see the price list.
Just the statement that solar thermal systems are legally mandatory is simply misleading or incorrect. For €12,000, I would install a controlled ventilation system instead—you get much more value for the same amount of money.
The extra charge for a heat pump is simply outrageous. However, it is interesting that the additional cost difference between an air-to-water heat pump and a ground-source heat pump is quite small, considering that drilling is required for a 200m² (2,150 sq ft) living area. I would make sure to verify this further, for example by having the drilling depth determined by a qualified planner (no, not the drill operator), otherwise they won’t drill deep enough and the system will be uneconomical.
But overall, it’s affordable. Or even cheap.
Just the statement that solar thermal systems are legally mandatory is simply misleading or incorrect. For €12,000, I would install a controlled ventilation system instead—you get much more value for the same amount of money.
The extra charge for a heat pump is simply outrageous. However, it is interesting that the additional cost difference between an air-to-water heat pump and a ground-source heat pump is quite small, considering that drilling is required for a 200m² (2,150 sq ft) living area. I would make sure to verify this further, for example by having the drilling depth determined by a qualified planner (no, not the drill operator), otherwise they won’t drill deep enough and the system will be uneconomical.
But overall, it’s affordable. Or even cheap.
Pinno84 schrieb:
The soil survey has already been arranged by us. Take the soil survey to the construction company and tell them you want a quote based on this report.
That way, you can avoid overpriced additional charges for ground work.
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