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How to design a more Eco-Friendly Home
For any building to receive a certificate of occupancy, every professional involved - from the designer to the builder - needs to comply with SANS standard 10400-XA building standards
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WHAT ARE BUILDING PERMITS AND WHY YOU SHOULD CARE?
A building permit is an official document issued by a local government agency that allows a property owner to proceed with construction or renovation work on their property.
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Our Building Standards.
If a quote seems low it would obviously seem very tempting, but the truth is that when one compares apples to apples, all quotes should be very similar,
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Essential Home Inspections for South African Home Buyers
Don't overlook essential home inspections; ensure safety and compliance when buying in South Africa.
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Disclosure of all property defects, New Act
“A professional property inspection will bring peace of mind to buyers and increase trust between buyers, sellers and the agent,” says Tucker.
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How to Identify Defects in Old Buildings
Old buildings in their glorious times boast of beautifully crafted window panes, blinds, door panels, etc
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How to Identify Defects in Old Buildings
Some of them might be right in front of your eyes while some are hidden problems.
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Electrical Installation in a new building
In conclusion, it is advisable to request copy of Wireman’s Licence and Electrical Contractor Certificate
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Building Project managers and what to tell them
Its always a good idea to personally speak to your building project manager, this is because it is not an easy job to do 100% when there is not real scope of what you as the home owner are wanting to do, so here are a few tips to help yourself and him/her.
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3 things you should know about roof inspection process
Getting our roof inspected frequently will improve the longevity of the building. It will also save you considerable expenses that you would have otherwise spent on repairs when your roof gets damaged
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Warranty Inspection
A home warranty check, often referred to as a home inspection, is typically conducted to assess the condition of a property before it is sold.
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Quantity Surveyor
When you are moving house or thinking of making renovations it is important to always contact a Quantity surveyor to have a look at what you planning. They will come and have a look at the feasibility of a project and acquire paperwork that is needed for the project.
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