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How do I get a builder?

  • 22-05-2023 9:38pm
    #1
    suvigirl
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,955 ✭✭✭✭


    This will probably sound ridiculously stupid to most of you. I am looking at buying a house that needs work. I am not from the area, I don't know any builders, there are no tradesmen in my family or circle of friends.

    Like do I just Google builders and ask them to come look at the house, tell them what I want? I am completely lost with this sort of thing...



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  • #2
    FJMC
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 129 ✭✭FJMC


    It could be as simple as google search but perhaps a bit hit and miss.

    It may be a starting point to give you names, etc. to consider further.

    Could speak to local architect, engineer, surveyor, etc. - you might their help any way.

    Any neighbours who have had work done - might be able to recommend someone.

    Important thing is to check examples of work, speak to previous clients, etc.

    Various articles and guidance online which may be worth reading a few of.

    F



  • #3
    herbalplants
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,371 ✭✭✭herbalplants


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/2058297542/how-do-i-get-a-builder

    I can recommend builders if you are based in Dublin. Also I can recommend a builder who could do the inspection of the house when you view the house. He does this.

    Remember the shills only get paid when you react to them.



  • #4
    Ginger83
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,591 ✭✭✭Ginger83


    Be extremely careful with google reviews. I am not local to my area and fell foul of a builder. I have since met numerous people who have posted reviews of their experiences, myself included only to see the reviews removed.



  • #5
    suvigirl
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,955 ✭✭✭✭suvigirl


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120644527#Comment_120644527

    Wow, that's really helpful, thanks. The house is on view again tomorrow (I'm out of the country) so will ring estate agent Monday to see what's happening. I may as PM you yet!

    Thanks



  • #6
    Scoopsire
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 114 ✭✭Scoopsire


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120644527#Comment_120644527

    If you could pass along the builders details that would be appreciated.

    Thanks



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