Building a house is a long process that involves a lot of planning in the preliminary stage of the project. Once a client has decided on building a home, they should consult relevant professionals in the construction industry that will help them achieve their goals. The building contractor is the first professional that comes in …
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Jun 03
17 Steps To Building a House (Design and Cost) – Guide for Prospective Home Owners / Clients
Building a house is a long process that involves a lot of planning in the preliminary stage of the project. Once a client has decided on building a home, they should consult relevant professionals in the construction industry that will help them achieve their goals. The building contractor is the first professional that comes in …
Apr 29
What is BIM ? – 3D Architectural Modelling and BIM Software Explained
Architectural 3D Modelling is something that an Architect is familiar with, especially if the designer is well-versed with software like ArchiCAD. Engineering design also involves a lot of computer-based 3D modelling. When it comes to BIM, an acronym for Building Information Modelling, you have to imagine an architectural modelling platform that is open to …
Apr 29
What is BIM ? – 3D Architectural Modelling and BIM Software Explained
Architectural 3D Modelling is something that an Architect is familiar with, especially if the designer is well-versed with software like ArchiCAD. Engineering design also involves a lot of computer-based 3D modelling. When it comes to BIM, an acronym for Building Information Modelling, you have to imagine an architectural modelling platform that is open to …
Mar 26
Types of Residential Buildings – Homes to Build, Rent or Lease
There are many advantages to building and having your own house or residential property. In this regard, there are two types of property owners – the homeowner who wants to have their own custom designed home and the property developer who builds residential buildings for selling or renting. If you intend to build a house …
Mar 22
Building Costs Per Square Metre in South Africa 2024 – For New Residential, Commercial and Industrial Properties
[ez-toc] CONTENTS: Building Costs 2023 – 2024 Building Costs 2021 Building Costs 2015 BUILDING COSTS IN SOUTH AFRICA – 2023 to 2024 The latest building costs in South Africa based on STATSSA end-of-year statistical release P5041.1 October 2023 are shown below. This should give you an indication of building costs in 2024. For more detailed …
Mar 22
Building Costs Per Square Metre in South Africa 2024 – For New Residential, Commercial and Industrial Properties
[ez-toc] CONTENTS: Building Costs 2023 – 2024 Building Costs 2021 Building Costs 2015 BUILDING COSTS IN SOUTH AFRICA – 2023 to 2024 The latest building costs in South Africa based on STATSSA end-of-year statistical release P5041.1 October 2023 are shown below. This should give you an indication of building costs in 2024. For more detailed …
Mar 22
What is the Cost of Building a House & Other Types of Residential Units?
The cost to build a house depends on specific factors which may not be obvious to a client but clearly laid out by a construction estimator. Building a house is a complex process which takes into account the client needs to begin with, but during the planning stage, when feasibility studies are done, a …
Sep 01
What the Quotation by a Replacement Cost Estimator Entails – Demolitions and Re-Building
A replacement cost estimator is needed when you are planning to demolish and rebuild your home or any type of property that you own, for example an office building, industrial facility or apartments. You will also need a replacement consultant when you lose a home through man-made accidents and catastrophic natural phenomena. Facility managers are …
Jul 31
Advantages and Disadvantages of Hiring a Construction Cost Estimator / Quantity Surveyor
A construction cost estimator is a professional who prepares cost estimates for your building plans. This professional also provides contract management during the building phase, overseeing the valuation of work done and managing costs until the final account is negotiated and settled at the end of the project. If you are a client who intends …
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