Is it cheaper to build or buy a house in South Africa?
The short answer is that it is cheaper to buy an existing house in South Africa but every year less so.
We currently have a tiled terrace, underneath is a room. Every year we have to seal the ceiling in this room as humidity comes through the grouting as it gets more and more brittle. We look now for a long term solution. So we would like to remove the tiles and put concrete on (either by you or by our handyman) and then waterproof it, then we would like to put decking on. There is as well the area around the pool (also with tiles) which should be waterproofed (it is next to the terrace). We would like you to give us a quote on that please as soon as possible. Can somebody still come out today or tomorrow?
I am currently in the UK but available on Whatsapp, Whatsapp call and email. Persistent leak when it rains, under certain conditions. Many people have tried to fix it and failed. The source of the rain leak has not been found. Water is running along the plastic sheet under the tiles, and then drips down through a hole where the chimney/flu is. The source is NOT the chimney seal on the top of the roof.
I am the architect for the project and I am requesting quotes from contractors. Large new free standing house at the Acres, Val de Vie. Total budget is approx. R8 . House size m2 to m2 under roof • 4 Bed • 4 bath all ensuite • Walk in dressing room in main bedroom • Guest toilet • 1 office • 4 garages • Servants quarters • Entrance hall • Lounge, • Dining room • Tv room • Kitchen • scullery • Separate laundry • Wine room • Pajama lounge upstairs • Mud room • Large patio • pool
Please help me. The builders didn't install a plastic (black plastic) in the foundation. The problem now is that the paint and the plastering is peeling off because of moisture. My house is in King Williams town. I need someone to advise whether the foundation will need to be redone or whether there is something else that can be done
Dear Sir/madam We have a problem at home. The roof is leaking. It is one of the old asbestos roofs, please we need an urgent assistance we ready to hire, we as siblings are not around PE but we've been told the weather is not so great, it's our parents house that is a home to all of us and needs to be fixed asap.
Good day I live at 37 Jim Fouche Rd, Constantia Kloof, Roodepoort. I am on an elevated part of the mountain and I have a neighbour who is below. I had a wall which collapsed. I have removed it since then. I need someone to look at the area carefully and analyse to determine what to build. I have an idea that I need a retainer wall at the very least. The last structural engineer i had look at it made some suggestions but I am not convinced it is the right one as it encroaches on my neighbours property. I do have permission from my neighbour, verbally but I need proper documentation to avoid any issues in future. I would like someone to come and have a look and do a thorough analysis as well costing of different scenarios. They need to be in the Roodepoort or very nearby areas. They need to have an excellent accumen, excellent documentation skills, clear communication and know exactly what to do and how to do it, i really don't want middle of the job surprises. I am not in a rush, I need a proper professional.
Firstly is roof which was damaged by floods. Ceiling boards, one bedrooms need tiling and build in cubboards. Kitchen cupboards with stove In some rooms ceiling board needs to be attended. In doors to be installed. Other pros to be discussed further. Need to get quotes first for best decision on the projects.
Please Whatsapp or email me, it will be quicker. I am unable to take calls. We will need to start with the builder and construction expert first, I need 3 different companies to come to see me so that we can give them all the information and take them to the building to show them what we want to do, I don't have the physical measurements etc with me.
Good day. We need to find a contractor that can attend to two matters: 1. A faulty chimney in a fireplace of an old house caused the loft floor and yellow wood beams to catch fire, some damage was done, not extensive. This floor needs to be restored to its original state and the chimney made safe / beams insulated for proper future use. 2. Leaking roof areas caused substantial internal damage, damp on walls and damage to meranti ceilings. These need to be restored to their original state and the roof repaired, ensuring all leaks are resolved. Location: Weltevreden Park, West Rand. Please can you come for inspection and quotes? Thank you. .
1. Demolish an existing house and build a new one in its place. 2. Demolish an existing rondavel and build a new one in its place. Works taking place on a farm. I still need to arrange for water drilling and installation of a septic tank outside as these properties will have bathroom facilities inside. I need quote for budgeting as works are planned to start in two years.