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Building A House In Lagos by DHRNG: 7:20pm On Sep 07, 2018
Building A New Home?

If you are about to build a new house or home, this is for you. Getting a home constructed on your own is a task that can only be accomplished when well-planned and executed. Here are some points you must consider :

1. Fix a budget

A set budget should be a part of the list of your goals. Fix a budget and divide it into details including the cost of construction, material, levies, furniture and even interior finishes. It is advisable to use a excel sheet as a tool to keep a track of your budget and expenses throughout your project. Free budget Guide �http:///yd4tprsd


2. Assemble a team

For building your home, you will need inputs from experts and professionals. List and chose the right professionals that fit your requirements as well as your budget. You need an Architect, Structural Engineer, Mechanical and Electrical Engineer, Cost Planner / Quantity Surveyor. The Architect is the professional that takes lead of Design and building team and cordinates the supervision of the construction works. Compliance with design and material specification on site is key.


3. Set goals

The goals would include the size of the home, layout, design & interiors, among others. Keep in mind every necessary aspect and work towards setting achievable goals. 


4. Conceptualising with scrap books                           
It's necessary to have a scrap books that captures all you need in your dream project. Once built it's built. Free samples of scrap book are available for download.


5. Compliance with Statutory Codes

Building and construction works in every location is guided by Statutory code. The architect ensures compliance with these codes in his design. Remember to ask your architect to give you details of some of the codes that needs to be codes with.

Depending on the nature of the project you may be required to conduct soil tests - sub soil investigation tests. You need to ensure these tests are conducted by competent specialist.


6. Always ask your Architect to clarify every aspect of the project you may not be conversant with.

Wishing You Success on your project

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Re: Building A House In Lagos by 360great(m): 8:21pm On Sep 07, 2018
Educative
Re: Building A House In Lagos by DHRNG: 11:19pm On Sep 09, 2018
Thanks
Re: Building A House In Lagos by DHRNG: 11:21pm On Sep 09, 2018
Building Projects seem straight forward. However many people get their fingers burnt if they don't at by the rules. I like to learn from other peoples experience.
Re: Building A House In Lagos by DHRNG: 3:09pm On Dec 01, 2018
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