Connecting water, electricity and sewerage
Normally before construction begins, it's important that certain services are installed (if they're available). Not only will plumbing services need to be built through...
Clearing a plot of land
Part of the preparations for construction involve properly and completely clearing the site. This helps to ensure that construction goes smoothly and safely.
Clearing land...
Earthworks and preparation
There's quite a bit that needs to be done before construction starts to make sure that your house will be built on firm ground,...
Portable toilets and other amenities
Portable toilets, sheltered areas, washing facilities, water boiling facilities, first aid and drinking water may all need to be provided on a building site,...
House demolition
A lot of people these days are opting to buy blocks with existing (perhaps fairly run-down) houses on them, and then to demolish them...
What are siteworks?
‘Site works’ describes the work required on your building site to prepare it for your home to be built, as well as the ongoing...
Demolition: what’s involved?
There are a few reasons you might want to demolish an existing house - or part of it. Find out what demolition work involves,...
Demolition permits
Depending on what you're demolishing, how much of an existing structure you're demolishing and where you're doing it, you may need one of several...
Disconnection of electricity, gas and water
For safety's sake, one of the most important parts of demolition is ensuring that things like electricity and gas have been properly disconnected. Find...
Dilapidation reports
Dilapidation reports help to confirm whether or not your construction or demolition work is the cause of any damage to nearby buildings.
Building and demolition...