Embarking on a rear kitchen extension & loft conversion on a 3 bed semi, and just wondering how I can make sure I get the best (as in accurate) quotes from builders and making the job attractive to them. Things are very busy round here, and I want to make sure I can get a good builder onside.
When I get to the stage of getting quotes, I will have full building regs submission plans, plus architects notes and can spec the job in terms of what I need and what I'm looking for.
Have much of the following information is relevant, and should it be included?
- I'm planning to manage the trades myself, and have a little, but not a lot of experience in doing this. The reason is because I have the ability to get plumbing, electrics and roofing done pretty much for free
- my Dad runs a building maintenance company and can help me site manager and prepare a schedule of works etc. it's his guys I will be using to do plumbing/electrics etc.
- I'm quite keen to source materials myself as I will get my dad's discounts (particularly for things like kitchens, sanitary ware etc.) don't know much about ordering building supplies, but I'm sure I could work it out if they tell me what's needed...or I can leave the stuff I don't know about to them.
- we can move off site when things start getting really messy (as we have a toddler, so might be easier)
Am I going to be a nightmare client that a builder will want to avoid?? I'm sure I'm going to need a little hand-holding through the process, but I do make good tea, have a good supply of biscuits & cakes, and make a mean bacon butty.
Any tips on your ideal client and how I can make the process easier for everyone?
When I get to the stage of getting quotes, I will have full building regs submission plans, plus architects notes and can spec the job in terms of what I need and what I'm looking for.
Have much of the following information is relevant, and should it be included?
- I'm planning to manage the trades myself, and have a little, but not a lot of experience in doing this. The reason is because I have the ability to get plumbing, electrics and roofing done pretty much for free
- my Dad runs a building maintenance company and can help me site manager and prepare a schedule of works etc. it's his guys I will be using to do plumbing/electrics etc.
- I'm quite keen to source materials myself as I will get my dad's discounts (particularly for things like kitchens, sanitary ware etc.) don't know much about ordering building supplies, but I'm sure I could work it out if they tell me what's needed...or I can leave the stuff I don't know about to them.
- we can move off site when things start getting really messy (as we have a toddler, so might be easier)
Am I going to be a nightmare client that a builder will want to avoid?? I'm sure I'm going to need a little hand-holding through the process, but I do make good tea, have a good supply of biscuits & cakes, and make a mean bacon butty.
Any tips on your ideal client and how I can make the process easier for everyone?