The following is an approximate schedule of work and may vary according to the season, number of public holidays, strikes and any unforeseen delays. The order of works is correct but you will need a very srict and capable customer service/project Manager (if you cannot be the one) to ensure that the schedule of works continues uninterrupted and the whole project finishes within the time you have agreed on your contract and within the budget you have agreed upon in the contract (Do not forget you need one and one that is drawn by your own solicitor and not the Engineer's, Builder's, Land owner's one...protect yourself from possible conflicts of interest.....if something goes wrong, youu need YOUR own solicitor to protect you)
Clearing the Site. Shrubs/trees/rubble removed.
Lot leveled and prepared. Access Road (if needed)
Arrange to bring in temporary Electric Power and Water
Putting the Slab Down. Slab is laid (this is required to be left to set for a period of 7-10 days to Engineer requirements
The House Frame. Vertical Beams are framed and concrete is poured. First floor of double story is laid.
Vertical Beams of second story are framed
The Roof Frame. Formwork is constructed for flat concrete roofs. If roof is pitched, the carpenter erects the roof frame after the walls have been erected
Walls are erected
Electrician and Plumber begin tubing
External and Interior Walls and Ceiling are prepared for Plastering. First coarse coat is applied
Install Exterior and Interior Door and Window Frames and Sills
Walls and Ceiling are prepared for Plastering. Second finer coat is applied
Install windows and doors
Install Flooring
Kitchen and Bath Cupboards and Bedroom Wardrobes
Plumbing Installation (water, sewers, drains and guttering)
Electrical Wiring
Painting
Electrical Work completed (appliances connected, fixtures installed
Exterior Work (driveways, retaining walls, landscaping, pergolas if applicable)
Site Cleaned
Final inspection with Site Supervisor. Correct any items indicated during the final inspection
