Browse Forums Building A New House 1 Mar 26, 2020 6:19 am Hi, Just wondering if there is anything to be wary about when getting a free site inspection from a volume builder, and how helpful these have been for you? We gave an upslope block with about 2-2.5 elevation change, so are thinking of a split level arrangement. Getting a rough idea from the site works and costs would be helpful from such a site inspection. But I wasn't sure if they just send out a sales consultant who may not be too familiar with the site works side of things Re: Volume Builder Free Site Inspection 2Mar 26, 2020 6:44 am Chiz But I wasn't sure if they just send out a sales consultant who may not be too familiar with the site works side of things Hi chiz welcome to the forum Ask for the certified geotech soil report, footing and retaining details after the site inspection It should be signed by a civil or construction engineer Site cost is a hot topic also discussed here What were you site costs? The sales consultants job is to get a deposit from you for the preparation of Plans (PPA) By Hook or by crook for which they receive a large commission Search the forum and ask questions, be informed ,on difficult blocks, please do your homework before you commit,etc Cheers Chris Designer,Engineer (Civil,Const & Envir),Builder,Concrete & Masonry Contract.Struct Repairs Re: Volume Builder Free Site Inspection 3Mar 27, 2020 12:03 am It's quite helpful if you have a difficult block. Make sure it's a construction manager going there not the sales consultant. We had a difficult block and sales people said it was ok when they looked at it on paper (some even went by and said it's fine) but construction managers said no..so it's worth it to not waste your time with a builder that won't build on your block. i did click it, still couldnt make it out rofl. in any case, doesnt look like too extreme a slope, you may be in luck. Just shoot out some emails to volume builders in… 3 18563 go upvc window frames ensure insulation under colorbond. not just sarking, lighter color roof also not sure if you have seen this viewtopic.php?t=5823 last couple of pages… 4 110566 Hi, Seeking volume or semi-custom builder in victoria(east), which have existing double story wide floor plans. Seeking 18-20m wide homes with depth of 12-15m long. Or… 0 25163 |