Should I hire an architect or draftsman?

If you already have an engineer and a design, you’ll need a draftsperson to turn that design into a blueprint for the construction crew. If you need comprehensive services that includes the technical, engineering and design aspects of your project, you’re better off hiring an architect.

Can a draftsman design a house?

A draftsman, like an architect, prepares home drawings which are used to build a home. If you choose to work with a draftsman, you can expect construction-ready design drawings, technical schematics, and material design drawings.

How much should a draftsman cost?

Draftsmen in NSW, Vic, and WA offer the same average rate of about $50/hr. Meanwhile, the average costs of drafting services in Qld and SA are not much different. Qld draftsmen charge an average price of around $55/hr, while drafting businesses in SA have an average rate of approximately $57.50/hr.

Do you need a designer for home renovation?

Do you need an architect or interior designer on your “dream team”? Every major renovation project requires a general contractor to handle the actual construction work done. Some renovations, however, need a trained architect for technical and design services.

What order should you renovate a house?

Generally, most renovations will follow this order of work:

Strip out and removal.
Structural work – floors, ceilings, walls.
First fix work – plumbing, heating wiring.
Plastering, flooring.
Second fix work – plumbing, heating, wiring.
Bathroom, kitchen fit-out.
Decoration.

Is it better to renovate or build new?

When compared to new construction, renovations can often be the quicker option. Because you’re not starting from scratch, and many of the necessary building elements are already in place and can be integrated into the renovated building, your construction team will have much less work to do.

Is renovating a house worth it?

With a full kitchen renovation, homeowners can recoup about 59% of the cost, and a new master suite will typically return 50%, according to a study from the the National Association of Realtors and the National Association of the Remodeling Industry. But the highest returns come from less flashy projects.

Is it cheaper to renovate or new build?

In many cases, new builds are cheaper to build per square metre than a complete renovation. Be aware that renovation figures don’t usually take into account other costs such as professional or local authority fees, where VAT applies, or renting a home while you undertake the project.

Can you knock down a house with a mortgage?

Unless your property is free and clear from all liens or encumbrances, your mortgage is secured to the structure as well as the land. Your lender has an interest in the building itself, so you cannot unilaterally destroy the lender’s security without permission.