You do not have to be a builder to notice whether the work is being done correctly. Here are 5 things worth checking before making a payment.
The work should be carried out according to the technical project and agreed solutions. Unapproved changes can cause problems later.
Check: dimensions, wall positions, door and window openings, and the solutions specified in the project.
Once the concrete is poured, the reinforcement can no longer be visually inspected.
Check: the diameter and position of the bars, spacing between them, and compliance with the project before pouring.
Walls, floors and other elements should be built correctly from a geometric point of view.
Check: wall verticality, floor levels and surface flatness using suitable tools.
Pipes and cables that will be hidden should be checked before walls are closed or the screed is poured.
Check: routes, socket and switch positions, connections and any necessary system tests.
Photos help keep a record of work that will no longer be visible later.
Take photos of: reinforcement, waterproofing, installations, insulation and other important elements before they are covered.
Do not only check how the house looks at the end. Some of the most important work is hidden behind concrete, plaster, screed or finishing materials.
Checking every stage can help you identify problems before they become expensive.
