Building a new house in Mauritius can be the biggest project for a family and it begins well in advance, before the building of the foundations. A house is a property as well as an investment for the future. Let us see some construction guides to avoid costly mistakes during the construction process.
PLANNING YOUR BUDGET
Before you finalize your plans/architectural drawings think about how much you can afford to spend.
With the help of an architect, you can finalize your project details and costs. Once you have finalized the plans for your house, a contractor or quantity surveyor can give you an estimate.
CONTACTING A CONTRACTOR
Try to approach builders who are building or who have already built houses that are similar in size to the house you intend to build. You will get a rough idea of what it would cost to hire him or he can give you an idea of how much you will be charged for construction per square foot. If you are looking for a building contractor in Mauritius, we recommend Gamma Construction.
COST FOR PREPARATION OF THE SITE
Preparing a site for construction can have a big influence on the cost of a house. If the land is flat, the preparation will cost less, in case there is a lot to do like cleaning, levelling off the ground, clear trees, excavating through rocks, then the cost can be very expensive.
COST OVERRUNS
Cost overruns happen from over expenditure, making changes and confronting unexpected problems. Proper planning can considerably reduce cost overruns in general, it is advisable to allow an additional 10% of the contract value to cover unexpected eventualities.
INFLATION AND MARKET CONDITION
Every year there is an increase in the price of construction costs due to a rise in the prices of building materials. Remember to include inflation into the cost estimate for your house
YOUR CONSTRUCTION SITE
Once you have located a promising building site for your new house, ask yourself some questions about:
- Soil condition
- Land stability
- Water drainage; is the land near a river…
- Noise Availability of services: electricity, water, and sewage among others
Remember to apply for a development permit or a construction perm before you start any new construction.
You have already chosen a professional, experienced and licensed building contractor in Mauritius to build your dream house
Let us see some tips on client and contractor relationship:
- Get a written contract signed and dated by both you and your builder. Include details of guarantees, payment schedules and completion dates.
- Do not rely on verbal information as it can be a source of frustration and disappointment.
- Once construction has begun, it may generally necessitate some changes, you should insist on the cost and description of each and every change being documented on paper and signed by both parties.
Remember that the housing project and the money that is being spent is yours. So, ensure that nothing is left to be sorted out at a later stage.
You will need a team of professionals to design and construct your dream house. Contact Gamma Construction Ltd, Mauritius. From renovation, works extension works to a new construction project, Gamma Construction cater to your everyday need. Gamma Construction Ltd is the most reputable and experienced Construction Company in Mauritius.