What is the Lock-Up stage?

muzzman · Aug 30, 2007 3:19 pm

Hi,

Sorry for the basic question but what exactly is the lock-up stage?

Obviously I know it's when the house can be "locked up" - so that means doors, external walls, roof and windows - but what else is there?

Does it include the plastering (and therefore plumbing and electrical)?
What about cornicing/skirting, kitchens/laundry/bathroom, elecrical fittings (powerpoints etc.), taps, tiling, flooring etc?

I tried looking around on the web to see if anyone had a detailed list of all the various stages and what's involved but couldn't find anything.

Thanks

perryr · Aug 30, 2007 3:38 pm

Hi Muzzman,

Lock up stage is exactly as you described it - walls, roof, windows, external doors, floor - everything needed to secure the place. Depending on the schedule, some builders will have some plumbing and wiring completed near lock-up, other will do that work afterwards.

If you have a builder, or are thinking of one - ask them for their definition.

Hennig · Aug 31, 2007 12:34 am

Hi,

If you currently have a building contract it will note the definition in the stage claims/progressive payment schedule.
If not, then refer to Perry's comment.
Hope that this is of assistance.

H

muzzman · Sep 13, 2007 11:54 am

Hi All

I found a link that helps to explain the steps involved in building.

The site is http://www.electronicblueprint.com.au/ - have a look at the document for section 0 - planning and design.

It's a bit technical but at least it's something!

Michelle · Sep 13, 2007 12:03 pm

Lock up is when you can finally get to lock up your newly built home…….IF YOU HAVE A FRONT DOOR TO LOCK!!!!!