Browse Forums General Discussion Re: Draftsmanship work 13Jul 26, 2009 6:34 pm ![]() What do you need a structual engineer for? Are you building on a slab? A structual engineer is required for all new builds. Who does the bracing plan for the structure? Drafty doesn't do this. Without a engineers report no builder can build a house. What about lintels that have opening that bear girder trusses? Who guarantees the structual integrity of your house? Not the draftsman! Re: Draftsmanship work 14Jul 27, 2009 3:36 pm ![]() ![]() What do you need a structual engineer for? Are you building on a slab? A structual engineer is required for all new builds. Who does the bracing plan for the structure? Drafty doesn't do this. Without a engineers report no builder can build a house. What about lintels that have opening that bear girder trusses? Who guarantees the structual integrity of your house? Not the draftsman! Well said Minx, I for one will not gaurentee or even acknowledge anything structural on a build....'to structural engineers drawings and specifications' everytime. Be wary of builders and drafties...or anyone else for that matter, who say you dont need an engineer. Please be aware people...a reno or new build is a huge financial and emotional undertaking...dont skimp on the basics (and structural engineering is a 'very necessary' basic). The initial outlay is minimal in comparison to the price of the build...the cost far outweighs the possible rectification cost needed if your build starts to sink/fall apart/fall down etc etc. Just a thought, Pat. Re: Draftsmanship work 15Jul 30, 2009 2:35 pm Hi there, It depends what it includes really. If he is going to draw up the existing and proposed plans and elevations then also submit them to Council for the DA then its not bad. However if you are doing a full DA you will also need the CC submitted to Council or Private Certifier. Also depending on the detail in the drawings its hard to get an accurate quote which could leave you open to lots of variations from the builder. Good luck though. I ended up refusing him to pay to fix HIS mistake. I paid money to fix just one ceiling, that too was overpriced but had no choice I shared my build story on another… 2 29930 DIY, Home Maintenance & Repair Did you mean brick mesh as in reinforcement? What was sticky back foam? Cheers 2 12403 My building rep is an inspector , witness expert and a builder. The services that he is doing for me is helping me with my project and representing me when I need help… 6 25129 |