Construction Phase Steps
1. Site Preparation.
This includes any demolition required, site clearance, boundary fencing with safety warnings and access to the site.
2. Substructure.
Digging and filling the foundations and installing the damp course. A Radon barrier is installed . Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas prevalent in some parts of the country.
3. Superstructure.
This includes building the walls, putting on the roof, installing ceilings, external doors and windows, and internal carpentry. It is when the main body of the house is built and you can start to see what the final building will look like.
4. Mechanical & Electricial.
At this stage the heating system will be installed along with wiring for sockets, lights etc.
5. External Works.
This includes gutters, pipes and plumbing and basic landscaping.
6. Finishes.
Fitted kitchen, fireplace, bathroom fittings, flooring, painting.
7. Service Connection
Connection of electricity, gas to the mains supply.
8. Handover.
It is now time to move into you new home!!