How to build a house and save money and nerves? Advice from journalist Alexei Shikhman in the "Spent" podcast
Podcasts / / January 07, 2021
The secret is in the estimate, control over workers, quality materials and smart economy.
The middle of autumn is the end of the construction season. At this time, sales of materials begin. This plays into the hands of those who know exactly what work awaits them next spring, as well as people who are just planning to start a construction project and want to ask the price. Alexey Shikhman, journalist of the portal about construction and suburban life, knows how to shop profitably and save money without consequences. FORUMHOUSE.
01:20 - Alexey talks about his home and experience in the construction industry. Together with Pasha, they figure out what is the best way to build a house: from timber, brick, aerated concrete, SIP panels or other materials for frame structures. For those who have already chosen aerated concrete, Alexey recommends watching the YouTube channel of the best, in his opinion, specialist in this material. Gleb Green.
08:50 - Pasha plans to acquire his own house and wants to know what the minimum capital must be in order to get involved in construction. Alexey tells what the amount depends on, how much it can cost
cottage and how it relates to home loans.13:45 - how to make an estimate for building a house, is it possible to do it yourself and why this document needs to be carefully and carefully studied, even if you completely trust the contractors.
17:40 - how profitable to choose a site for construction and bargain with sellers. Alexey gives step-by-step instructions.
25:10 - who buys building materials: the workers themselves, foremen and foremen or the owner of the future house? Immediately the crown question from Paul: “What can save? " Alas, those who like to buy what are cheaper will face rather big expenses in the future.
29:25 - expert advice that will help you choose high-quality materials and not spend extra money, as well as examples on what you should never save on. Remember, save, write down - do not lose this most valuable information.
35:15 - what are the functions and tasks of an architect, is it possible to download a house plan on the Internet, how to choose a team for construction and where to look for it in general - a number of useful tips.
41:00 - what share of the budget is spent on communications: electricity, water supply, sewerage and heating. Alexey announces the cost of these very important components of a comfortable stay.
42:20 - Pasha is interested in whether it is possible to do some of the work on his own so as not to overpay the builders. Alexey admitted that he himself did repairs in the apartment and built a bathhouse, so his opinion is supported by experience.
47:00 - why interior decoration and creation interior - one of the most voracious items of expenditure. Alexei knows how comfortable it is to live in a house that is not yet fully equipped.
49:10 - the guest names the main mistakes that people make when they are just planning or starting to build a house. The expert also gives examples of what you can definitely save on.
52:35 - constant heading "Shopping". Pavel recommends buying this one backpack. He is roomy and reliable - the host is satisfied. Alexey advises rechargeable lawn mower Greenworks. It is lightweight, quiet and holds a charge well. The expert also boasted about the purchase of a welding inverter “Resanta».
Subscribe to the podcast "Spent»And listen to it where it is convenient: Apple Podcasts, «Yandex. Music», Simplecast, «In contact with», Youtube, RSS, even more platforms.
Read also🧐
- How to make repairs and not be left without a penny
- Country house: build or buy ready-made - expert opinion
- What to look for when buying a land plot