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Mcsmith Gate Nig. Limited is an architectural, design and construction company. We provide consultative as well as professional management expertise.

07/04/2015

Renovating your first home – an idea of costs
How much should I spend?
As a first homeowner you should avoid taking risks when renovating and spend conservatively. To make sure you don’t overcapitalise (when you spend more on a house than what you can sell it for) it’s a good idea not to spend more than 5% of the purchase price on renovations.
So based on the current median national house price of #8,312,500 (sources:), your renovation budget shouldn’t be much more than #380,000.
A well-planned and executed renovation can add up to 10% to the value of your home, especially if you hold onto the property for five or more years.
So by spending #380,000 renovating your average #8,312,500 home you could potentially make over #760,000 – double the money you invested.
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02/04/2015

Tip3:Your construction budget

Yes, you will need to set a budget for your build. There is nothing more disheartening than going through the whole owner process to realise that you have to sell your home because you have spent too much money. This is unfortunately all to common.
Realising early that construction prices always end-up costing more than you anticipated is a wise thing to keep in mind. There are a few ways to minimise the shock, and prepare you mentally as well as financially, for the process ahead.
a. Do some calculations
so 'get handy' with a tape measure and compare the suggested sizes of spaces with spaces you can relate to in your current home.
1. Do these size spaces feel large enough? Remember don't over compensate with space it will only cost you more than you may want to spend.
2. Measure the furniture pieces that will go into your new home - will they fit into the spaces and shapes of the new rooms
b. Cost saving tips
You can reduce the construction costs of your home with a few of the following tips.
• Never take the first quote - shop around and talk them down. You will be surprised how much suppliers will move on price if you ask; you have nothing to lose.
• Hardware stores - these shops can sell everything from door handles to ceramics basins, tiles, door stops, kitchen sinks, nails and hand tools... and the list goes on.
• Name brands - name brands are generally more expensive than lesser known brands and not always better quality. Shop around and be well informed before you buy.
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01/04/2015

tip 2: Consult a handyman/tradesperson
Ask lots of relevant questions wherever you go - bathroom retailers, hardware stores, kitchen manufacturers, plumbers and carpenters etc. If they want your business, and they usually do, all these professions and more will give you all the information you require. Trades are generally very happy to answer your list of questions to gain a contract but be very mindful of the time that goes into preparing written quotes. Tradespeople spend a considerable amount of their business time quoting, so ensure you really need a quote when you ask for one.
YOUR SATISFACTION IS OUR PRIDE.
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31/03/2015

Learn how to become an owner builder

Building your own home can be challenging at best and it is common for unexpected things to arise, complicating the course of works. But with home construction costs being so high today more people than ever before are taking the plunge, and getting involved directly as owner-builders.
TIP 1: you need to forge a good working relationship with all your contractors to ensure your vision comes to fruition with their help.
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30/03/2015

What we can do for you...Help you decide what you want.
Provide your project with our creativity, design flair and vision. Realise your projects full potential and maximise its value.
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27/03/2015

Are you an owner builder planning to be your own general contractor?
We can help complement your hard work with our alternative construction experience, owner-builder training and consultation services (all hands-on approach).
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26/03/2015

We offer estimation of building costs, tender your project to builders, supervise and manage your project during construction and much more.
YOUR SATISFACTION IS OUR PRIDE.
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25/03/2015

We are much more than a design,building and construction company. We provide world class services tailored to suit our vast and varying customers needs from architectural design, building, domestic cleaning, industrial cleaning, fumigation, building consultative services, stone polishing e.t.c.
YOUR SATISFACTION IS OUR PRIDE.
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20/03/2015

Leave the worry and hassle away with to our team of professional architects, building contractors, industrial/domestic cleaners&fumigators, engineers and quantity surveyors. Have a splendid weekend ahead.
YOUR SATISFACTION IS OUR PRIDE.
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19/03/2015

4.Small details in the design of your home can make a big difference in the price. To save on costs, begin estimating construction expenses before you select your final blueprints. Here are important factors to consider:
• Size of Home
When building a home, it's best to work with even numbers. Have your home size rounded up or down to increments of two feet.
• Architecture of Home
Homes that have a rectangular or box shape cost less to build. Dome shaped homes often make efficient use of materials and tend to cost less than other shapes.
• Site Preparation
Preparing a site for construction can have a big impact on the cost of a home. Building on a flat lot will usually cost less.
• Cost Overruns
Usually the finished cost of a home is more then the original bid price. Cost overruns occur from overspending the allowances, making changes, and encountering unforeseen problems. Proper planning can greatly reduce cost overruns. In general, it is a good idea to allow an additional 10% to cover unexpected costs.
• Inflation and Market Conditions
Usually the cost of building a home increases around 3% to 6% per year. If it will be several years before you begin construction, remember to include inflation into the cost estimate for your dream home.
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18/03/2015

3. Expect Some Features to Cost More
The most expensive areas in a home are usually the bathrooms and the kitchen. The number of windows and the size and quality of windows can also affect the cost. Vaulted ceilings and high roof pitches can increase the cost of a home. When using other homes to calculate an estimate, be sure the home has a similar style and features of the home you plan to build.
The cost per square foot is often higher for a small home than that of a larger home. When building a larger home, the cost of expensive items (such as a furnace or kitchen) is spread over more square footage. Consequently, a larger home may have a lower square footage cost than a smaller home. Also, it usually costs less to build a two-story home when compared to a one-story home that has the same square footage. This is because a two-story home will have a smaller roof and foundation. Plumbing and ventilation are more compact in two-story homes.
Your satisfaction is our pride.
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16/03/2015

Tip 2: Count the Square Footage
Look at newly constructed homes that are similar in size, style, quality, and features to the home you want. Take the price of the home, deduct the price of the land, and divide that amount by the square footage of the home.
For example, if the home is selling for N230,000 and the land costs N30,000, then the construction cost is around N200,000. If the home is 2,000 square feet, then the cost per square foot is N100.
Use several new homes in your area to get an approximate square footage price. After you have calculated an average square footage cost, you can multiply that cost by the finished square footage of your house plan to get a ballpark estimate.
Your satisfaction is our pride.
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