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We went with Martin Kinama and it all went well. He provided excellent service.
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We went with MMD and were very satisfied with price and professionalism.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is NHBRC and why do I need it?
NHBRC is the National Home Builder's Registration Council. Its function are to keep a register of home builders, oversee the construction of residential homes to see to it that proper building standards are adhered to and to provide a warranty service for major structural defects. Any new build in SA requires you to have NHBRC registration.
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What should a construction contract include?
The construction contract should include at least: the name of the contractor and contact information, the name of the homeowner and contact information, description of property in legal terms, the cost, description of the work, the completion date and the right to stop the project.
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What do I need before I start building a house?
Before starting to build a house, you must have: a site plan, layout drawings, a fire installation drawing, drainage installation drawings, particulars of any existing building or structure that is going to be demolished (and you need to state how it will be demolished), and any other plans and particulars that your local authority requires.
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Renovation/remodel
Replacing 8 x standard steel window frames with aluminum frames. Replace 3 x exterior front doors and 1 x sliding door with aluminum frames Pull up carpets and lay tiles throughout Replace damaged ceiling boards Replace a few missing roof tiles on garage Replace kitchen light Install 2 x L tanks with plumbing to house and flat Replace gutters and fascia boards Repair entrance gate Paint inside and outside of house and flat High pressure clean roof and patio
New build
Just bought a vacant land, I just want to have a double storey house. When you walk in the first thing you seee is a big hallway faced by stairs leading to the bedrooms . Each bedroom with ensuite and a walk in closet. I would love 3 bedroom up stairs and the other 2 bedrooms downstairs. I want a big kitchen that would oppositely face the dining room. Also want two lounges one large, and the other one medium small.
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Build a 3 Beds, Double Garage lounde , dining and Kitchen with Patio
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We are planning to build a total of apartments ranging from 50 m2 to m2. The 1st phase of the project would be apartments and the common areas of frailcare, dining room, kitchen, lounge and clu house entertainment areas and open parking areas for motor vehicles. Entrance gate and boundary fence. There is a R, bulk services contribution per unit that must be added to the cost of the building. Please would you be able to give us an estimate on building costs M2 and the proffesional fees. Please let me know if you are able to assist us with this estimate. Best regards, Raymond Johnston and . Whatsapp: Email: P. S. I will send you a few diagrams and plan's with the layouts in a follow-up email from my company address Please let me have your email address.
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Second floor extension of 73m2 with municipal approval obtained already
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I need four bed rooms Double garage Two rooms outside with toilet and shower