Contents
- №1.Attention to flaws
- №2.Clear planning of all works
- №3.The correct selection of building materials
- №4.We take into account the rules of the house
- №5.Wiring and sockets
- №6.Wall decoration
- №7.Features of finishing the floor
- №8.Ceiling finish
- №9.Smart savings
- At the end of
Buying an apartment in a new building is a real event in the life of every family. This property has many advantages, because it will not be necessary to perform demolition work and deal with defects caused by the aging of finishing materials. In addition, there is no need to carry furniture somewhere during the renovation. But, on the other hand, behind the standard door of the happy owner of a new apartment, only bare concrete walls and the floor will be waiting, so repairs in such a room require adhering to the mass of nuances. We bring to your attention a few useful tips that will help to properly organize all repairs and prevent mistakes.
№1.Attention to flaws
You need to be very careful when is receiving an apartment from the builder .Statistics say that in most cases there are numerous flaws, which indicate that the construction work was performed inappropriately. If any defects were found, then you can make a list of them and submit a claim to the developer. On a written request, the representative of the construction company must put a signature, by which he testifies that all the flaws will be corrected within the specified time frame.
If the request is not satisfied, you need to notify the developer that you can conduct a construction and technical expertise, the results of which the company will have to reimburse all the costs of eliminating the deficiencies. Even if after that the developer is not in a hurry to compensate for material damage, you can go to court to provide all the checks for the purchased construction materials and contracts for the performance of relevant works by third parties.
In order to avoid such unpleasant incidents, it is better to ask the opinion of those who have already purchased property from this developer before buying an apartment. On the Internet you can find a lot of useful information and read, for example, reviews about the residential complex Petrovsky quarter in Kiev on the forum, which should help make the right decision.
№2.Accurate planning of all works.
The key to a quality repair in a new building is the careful planning of the sequence of all actions. In addition, you need to clearly imagine what you want to see an apartment as a result. To do this, you can create a design project that in the future will help plan out all stages of work and properly organize everything, down to the smallest detail, because even an incorrectly located outlet in the future will cause discomfort.
On your own or with the help of specialists, it is better to draw up a design project that will display the desired type of apartment after repair. It is also necessary to consider all stages of work and their sequence, the necessary building materials and tools. If you plan to redevelop the apartment, you must obtain in advance all the permissive documents in the relevant authorities.
№3.Correct selection of building materialsTherefore, experts recommend leaving small technical gaps in the repair and use of building materials that minimally react to shrinkage. These include, for example, liquid wallpaper, laminate, suspended ceilings.
Professionals advise you to check how strong shrinkage processes occur before starting repair work. Lighthouses are installed at the junctions and corners, and after 2-3 months they check how much they are shifted. If this figure is less than 3 mm, then a major overhaul can be carried out; if more, then for now it is better to do cosmetic using the simplest building materials, which will be replaced in a couple of years.
№4.We take into account the rules of the house
It would not hurt to inquire in advance with the management company or the HOA if there are any rules for the house regarding repairs. Today, the time when it is possible to carry out work related to vibrations and noise, when to use a construction elevator and how to pack loads is often prescribed in such requirements. If the new building is under protection, then you need to find out what needs to be done so that the builders can pass freely into the house. If the rules and requirements do not exist, then the task is considerably simplified, but still you should not forget about the rules of behavior, and if people already live in the house, then it is better not to do work at the appropriate time of day, with future neighbors.
№5.Wiring and sockets
In the absolute majority of cases, new buildings require additional work on the organization of wiring. It is better to entrust the specialists, but first carefully consider the future interior of each room in order to understand the location of zones, furniture, appliances, lighting, etc. From this will depend on the placement of sockets and switches in the room.
Special attention should be paid to sockets. Probably, almost everyone has experienced it on himself, how uncomfortable when there are few power outlets or they are located at all in the wrong place, and they have to be crafted by installing extension cords. It is better to provide as many outlets as possible, but within reasonable limits, of course. Practice suggests that the optimal parameter is 1 outlet per 5 m2.Kitchen and office can be equipped with large numbers of outlets. If there are children at home, do not make sockets too low.
№6.Wall decoration
At first glance, the walls may seem smooth, but if necessary, pokleit wallpaper or put furniture against the wall can cause problems. That is why it is better to determine in advance the irregularities of the walls using a level and, if there are deficiencies, level the walls. You can use for this putty or sheets of drywall.
Professionals provide some useful tips on wall finishing. So, if you plan to glue the wallpaper, then the wall must be putty with a light color so that the dark surface does not shine through the light wallpaper. In the conditions of new buildings, you can glue fabric wallpaper or use liquid wallpaper. Attention should be paid to the corners of the : they must be perfectly flat so that when installing the furniture it does not turn out that some object is knocked out of a common flat line.
To create a more comfortable and cozy atmosphere, you can soundproof the walls and, if necessary, floors. You can also make sound insulation of sewer pipes.
№7.Features of the floor finish
As the statistics show, screed in new buildings can not always boast of high quality. If you leave everything as it is, the coating to be used is unlikely to be durable, as the screed under it is often uneven. That is why it is better to pour another stronger screed from above. In rare cases, the floor is made firmly and has a flat surface, so all work is reduced to the removal of sagging, if any.
As for the finish, it is better not to use tile immediately, if the plans do not include replacement of the coating in 2-3 years. But you can choose the cheapest tile, so that in a few years without the pangs of conscience throw it out during major repairs.
№8.Ceiling finish
Ceiling can be whitewashed or poshpaklevat. All these works are easily doable on their own, they will not require huge funds, and as a temporary finish, these options are quite applicable, and after the house shrinks it will be possible to arrange the ceiling as it pleases.
. You can use polyurethane tiles and .They have a good appearance, inexpensive, but short-lived - an ideal set of parameters, if you decide to first make a budget cosmetic repairs. The option is more expensive - stretch ceilings .They are well tolerate deformation, so the shrinkage is not able to spoil them.
# 9.Smart Savings
In an effort to save, many of us make fatal mistakes. If you need to hire a team of professionals to carry out repairs, it is better to focus on the reviews, reputation and examples of the work than on the price. Ordering services at a low price, at best, you can get a repair is not very good quality, and then a lot of that will have to be redone, paying specialists. What kind of savings can we talk about? Fabulously low prices and unrealistically short terms are always a danger.
The same goes for building materials. It is better to pay a little once, than in a couple of years to buy the same materials again, and again to pay the full price for them. High-quality building materials - a guarantee that the repair will be performed at a high level, and it will be safe to stay in the apartment.
At the end of
Repair of a new building is a rather troublesome business that requires a thorough and attentive approach. Clear planning of all actions, thinking through the future of the interior, the use of quality materials and appeal to experienced professionals - these are the main components of a successful renovation in the new building.
