Planning an extension: foundations, slabs & costs—a 2025 guide before breaking ground
Planning a home extension in South Africa? This 2025 guide covers costs per m², foundations & municipal approvals. Get a realistic budget & avoid costly mistakes.
Kitchen Countertop Replacement – Quote Request Seeking quotations for the removal and replacement of water-damaged kitchen countertops. Existing chipboard/laminate countertops have deteriorated due to moisture exposure and require replacement with a durable, long-lasting solution. Scope of work includes: Supply, fabrication, and installation of new countertops Countertop sections measuring: 3, mm × mm 1, mm × mm mm × mm mm × mm mm × mm 1, mm × mm Assessment and preparation/repair of affected cabinetry where required prior to installation Removal and disposal of existing countertops Please provide a quotation and indicate whether a site visit is required.
I want to convert my outside building, which comprises a single garage and servant's quarters, into a granny flat. It will involve a new sliding front door to replace the conventional garage door, breaking through the current wall to connect the garage to the servants' bedroom, and then another entrance through the current wall to connect the room to the shower and toilet. Also will involve fixing a ceiling and possiby tiling floors. Shower and toilet needs to be moved and redone.
The Boundary walls of the estate that I work on has two existing red brick walls that need to be demolished and replaced with clearvu fencing on the correct boundary lines. I am looking for quotes and the BEE documents of contractors who can do this work. the walls are 46.45m and 39.39m long respectively, and have a height of approximately 2m. I am urgently looking for quotations.
We have already renovated our single garage into a granny flat type of space but now we are considering just adding a newtech room on top of the garage. We only want electricity in the room and need to add a staircase. We would also like to make sure there is Aerolite in the ceiling that will be added as we currently have Aerolite. I am just looking for quotes and will have to discuss if going ahead is a option. Thank you
My budget is +-R10K: 1.Move shower to bath using same shower doors, 2.Move washing machine from kitchen to shower space -adapt existing plumbing and fix shower floor for machine- neaten the space. Fix would and damp problem in shower and retile end to end with the cheapest white tiles. Fit new shower head and mixer, and basin mixer bought by me. Kitchen: fit new sink mixer - bought by me, Connect dishwasher in place of washing machine.
We would like to redo our current bathroom. Scope of Work: Description of Works: Renovation of the existing bathroom to remove the toilet, bath and basin, reconfigure the layout, install a new shower, relocate sanitaryware, and complete all finishes including tiling, ceiling repairs, cornices and painting. 1. Demolition & Preparation Remove existing toilet, bath and basin Remove existing wall and floor tiles Cut and chase for new piping Remove rubble and clean site 2. Plumbing Alterations Relocate toilet piping for close couple suite Install new toilet pan and cistern Remove bath plumbing and cap redundant services Install new shower waste and mixer Wash hand basin water and waste points to be in same position just different basin with angle valve and new waste installed Install isolation valves and pressure test system 3. Shower Installation & Waterproofing Supply and install formed shower floor Waterproof shower area (walls and floor) Install shower mixer and shower rose Drain installation 4. Tiling Wall Tiling Approx. 22–24 m² wall tiling Porcelain x wall tiles Adhesive, grout and trims included Floor Tiling Approx. 4 to 6m² floor area Porcelain floor tiles, envelope tiling for shower floor Adhesive and grout included 5. Ceiling, Cornices & Finishes Repair ceiling after plumbing and tiling works Supply and install new cornices where required Prepare and paint ceiling with moisture-resistant Dulux paint Minor plastering and making good to walls ready for tiling 6. Sanitaryware & Fittings (Mid-Range Allowance) Toilet suite Basin and basin mixer Shower mixer and rose 7. Shower Screen Supply and install semi-frameless glass shower screen 6–8 mm safety glass Chrome fittings
Site Preparation Clearing and leveling the land. Setting out the building according to approved plans. Foundation Work Excavation and concrete foundation construction. Damp-proofing to protect against moisture. Wall Construction Building external and internal walls using bricks or blocks. Installing lintels and structural supports. Roof Installation Timber or steel roof trusses. Roof covering with tiles or metal sheets. Doors and Windows Installation of external and internal doors. Fitting aluminium or steel-framed windows. Electrical and Plumbing Wiring for lighting and power outlets. Water supply and drainage systems. Finishes Plastering and painting walls. Floor tiling and ceiling installation. Fitting bathroom and kitchen fixtures. Final Inspection and Handover Quality checks and corrections. Cleaning and handover to the owner
Looking to put a low vibrecrete wall or fencing along two sides of the property. The existing fence is falling apart and looks terrible. 1.2 - 1.5m height is fine. Looking for an affordable option that is going to look good for guests at an air BnB and provide the boundary so that random strangers don’t wonder in and that the dog doesn’t get out.
Good day Please assist with a quotation for the following: I would like to add a prefab unit in the yard, under the carport. Standard, unfurnished, open plan bedroom and kitchen with toilet, shower, small Basin, kitchenette and washing machine inlets and outlets only and 2 -3 plug connections. Standard door. 1- lights and inside finishes. Location: Northern Suburbs. Size: 3m X 6m. Example Attached. Please let me know if you need anything further from my side. I look forward to hearing from you. Kind regards
I need a quote on the following work to be done on a 3 bedroom house - The garage door was defective and not mentioned - There are several cracks that have formed on several walls, unmentioned and concealed with paint - There are tiles that also have fine cracks that have formed and one that has lifted - custom mirror that was removed - The ceiling in the kitchen has dropped, cracking open (mentioned in a previous email that the lights were changed) - The dropped ceiling in the lounge, with a tear that has formed, exposing the environment to the roof dust - The whole in the vibracrete that was concealed with bricks and unmentioned - The fans and mirror that were taken without written permission, as it was part of the house when the OTP was signed - Black mold forming in both rooms, painted over and not mentioned