Tip 2/7 of the series on ‘7 Things to Consider Before You Build’.

Make Sure Your Project Has the Right Amount of Details Nothing is more frustrating for a Builder than being given a set of tender documents which contains just the DA-stamped drawings and being expected to provide the Client with a construction cost. Whilst it’s certainly possible to provide a ‘rough estimate’, without finalising the variables all figures you receive are unsubstantiated.

Having accuracy and specifications on the details will not only allow for an easier comparison between quotes, additionally it will help prevent hidden variations that may occur on your projects.

That is why it is crucial to have all the details sorted out first before you start tendering and obtaining quotes for your project.