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Browse Forums Building A New House Re: How often do you visit your site? 718Jan 23, 2022 1:22 pm When signing either a HIA or MBA contract, be aware that you don't automatically have access to the site. The public isn't allowed on construction sites for "safety reasons". It doesn't matter if it's your land or not - when you hand over the site to the Builder, they take complete control. They decide whether you can get in. The builders worry that having the clients on site too much will give them ideas for making changes and slow down progress. While you are waiting for your new home to be built, it's normal for you to want to check it out and make sure you are happy with it! You can add a clause to your contract that allows you to visit the site within 24-48 hours. You'll need the Builder to show you around. Most builders are cool with that. Generally, it's best to pay a building inspector to approve every claim. Having a trained eye look out for snags gives you peace of mind. The inspectors can report back to you any problems they find in the builders' work. Hope this helps anyone on this thread! Regards, Colin Operations Director Homebuildguide.com.au Click Here For A Free eBook About Custom Home Building Re: How often do you visit your site? 719May 29, 2022 4:48 pm nina marie Hi there, We are getting closer to our housebuild commencing (fingers crossed as always of course) and I wondered what the general consensus is for visiting the site to check on progress etc? How often do you visit your sites? And do you turn up after the builders have clocked off or whilst they are there (do they get annoyed?!)? Unfortunately we don't live within walking distance of the site, and I am about to have a baby and have no car as hubbie uses it for work - so if I want to visit I will need to get a couple of buses. Hubbie can pop in on the way to or from work, but probably not every day and possibly not always at times the builders are there. Grateful for your insights! Many thanks, Nina In my case , every weekend 'coz it's a bit far.. Re: How often do you visit your site? 720May 30, 2022 5:26 pm It was actually in my contract to have to contact the manager for a site visit, so I gave the company a quasi legal waiver if an accident happens, but they did not want to accept it, so I visited as often as possible while workmen were on site. The roofer said tom watch as something might fall! Best to visit as often as possible as shortcuts are frequent. Take your phone and make photos. It is your largest expenditure in life, so it pays to safeguard your interests. Each state has a building commission where you can make a complaint if the builder hesitates too long. Some trades get screwed, so ensure you do not. Most trades are "cheaper" 457 visa holders and they do a good job, but nothing is guaranteed. 9 25150 In Victoria you cannot put a caveat on arising from a domestic building contract. 65 112727 Thanks mate. Yeah good points! Leaning towards Option 3 to get a bit extra space in the cabinets but not going too crazy high (and expensive). Would require a mini… 13 40487 |