How To Prepare For Demolitions and Alterations As a Contractor



Posted: Thursday, June 25, 2009

by Andrew Karundu
http://www.karundu.com

The demolitions and alterations in a building are due to planning requirements or redesign. A contractor engaged to carry out this works must visit the existing building. This is necessary because in contracts, no claims arising from lack of knowledge of the works can be accepted. Its important to know the exact nature and the extent of the operation. Dimensions and quantities should be ascertained on site. What is provided in bills is estimates.

Items of demolitions and alterations are to include labor, materials and for any shoring. A contractor must ascertain need for temporary works which must be made good after completion. Notices must be given and due care exercised. Whole walls, floors or roofs should not be collapsed in large sections. During the operation all shoring and supports must be erected by a competent person. All safety measures must be adhered to while working.

During alteration or demolition works, debris arising must be constantly watered to minimize dust. All materials arising unless directed otherwise are the property of the contractor. This should be removed site immediately and preferably as work progresses. Ensure that the adjacent neighbor is protected from noise by drilling machines like compressors or hammers. Its advisable to work during the day in a residential area due to the massive operations.

In demolitions, dust proof screens are to be erected by the contractor and must meet the required standards. If the work is on a busy street, the police will come in handy to direct traffic. Remember that it is the contractors responsibility to inform the relevant authorities and get permissions required. Also note that the duration of the works should not be too long, since it could be a lot of inconvenience to third parties. Lastly use good machines.

Andrew Karundu Is A Building Economist, Providing Home Based Solutions To Fixing, Repairing, Remodeling And Redesigning Homes. He Uses Simple Tried And Tested Methods To Improve Family Lifestyles.Visit His Site Here For Adequate Information On Most HOME IMPROVEMENT SOLUTIONS .

Andrew Karundu is a Building Economist, providing home based solutions to fixing, remodeling, and redesigning homes. He uses simple tried and tested methods to improve family lifestyles.
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