Denis Fedosov
Living in the UK but building a house in Cyprus? Find out how to ensure quality and timely completion.
Building Control in Cyprus: How can you be sure of your future home while in the UK?
The construction of a house requires careful supervision wherever you are, even if too far away. To ensure that all stages are completed in a timely manner and to gain confidence that the quality of the work is being adhered to, it is important to establish effective communication with professionals. They will be able to provide you with the appropriate services, and follow the proven steps we will discuss next.
Selection of a developer
Everyone who plans to invest their money in a new building in another country wants to be sure of their future home. Therefore, he needs to know how to competently organize the control of the construction process in Cyprus while in the UK, as well as minimize the risks.
It all starts with the selection of a reliable and trustworthy developer. Before signing the contract and entering into the deal, you need to:
- check the reviews of the company, its reputation, ie, learn the opinion of other customers;
- make sure that the developer has a license issued by the relevant Cypriot authorities;
- study the completed projects of the developer to assess the quality of their work.
Signing the contract
Selecting a real estate developer is the first part of the task. The next important step is to conclude a comprehensive contract with him. The document should reflect the points that play a key role:
- specific deadlines for the completion of each stage of construction;
- details of the materials to be used;
- payment terms, penalties for delays and quality guarantees.
Important! When drafting the contract, be sure to consult with an independent lawyer who will help make sure your interests are legally protected.
Regular reports and communication
Once the developer and site have been selected, construction has started and the contract has been signed, regular communication will be key to ensuring transparency and confidence in the contractor’s compliance. For this purpose, it is worth requesting the builder to provide regular reports in the form of:
- photos and descriptions of completed stages;
- financial reports on budget utilization;
- status of fulfillment of project obligations.
It is important to make sure that all reports reflect the real situation on the site. In addition, it is absolutely necessary to establish a strict order in financial control and realization of really safe payment. In this part, it is recommended to make payments in stages, after quality control of the completed stages, and to use an escrow account to protect the funds until the construction is completed.
Ensuring independent inspection
To eliminate risks and control the processes, you will need a reliable assistant. Therefore, the most competent step is to engage a company specializing in independent construction inspection. The tasks of specialists are to:
- conducting regular inspections at the construction site;
- control of compliance with the builder’s design and contractual obligations;
- identifying deficiencies and issuing recommendations for their elimination;
- drawing up reports on the current state of construction, identified problems and their solutions.
Reliable consulting and inspection companies include Hinode, which will provide an independent view of the process that will help minimize risks and maintain the quality of work.
Final acceptance of the house
After completion of construction, arrange for a professional inspection of the house before signing the acceptance certificate. It is important to check whether the house is in accordance with the design.
An independent engineer from an inspection company who can professionally assess the quality of construction and the functionality of all systems will help you with this. Cooperation with a reliable inspector will allow you, even if you are far away in the UK, to get a complete picture of the construction of the property and the quality of all stages, and therefore be confident “100 percent” in your home.
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