Castle Hill, New South Wales50 Building service providers near you

Apprenticeship plays a key role in the transition from CAP to bac+5. It is an asset for rapidly advancing responsibilities, especially when it comes to management functions in the field. With a first-class diploma, more than 20 specialities (builders of public works piping networks, roofers, plaster and insulation industries, refrigeration and air conditioning installers, bricklayers, electricians, etc.) can prepare for the CAP. If it allows employment, it can be combined with a MC, BP or professional licence to gain autonomy. Some twenty professional licences train technicians in design offices and skilled workers on building and public works sites. About 15 BTS (Brevet de Technicien Supérieur): Architecture, Public Works, Surveyor-Topographer and Digital Modelling, Fluids, Energy, Home Automation and its three options and 2 BUT (University Bachelor of Technology): Civil Engineering - Sustainable Buildings and trades in Transition and Energy Efficiency. The BTP professional degree and its 4 specialities (Building and Construction, Civil Engineering and Construction, Public Works, Energy and Environmental Performance of Buildings) train for jobs in the sector.

The main task of a general building contractor is to carry out work on behalf of a client. As a general contractor, it is entirely responsible for carrying out the work: flat or house renovation, construction, extension, earthworks, etc. It coordinates the work of various trades. It is an expert company with the necessary knowledge to propose and advise on the engineering, finishing and execution of projects. Upstream of the work, it generally carries out a study of the preliminary work, which results in technical advice, design and price breakdowns for each intervention. A construction company organises the work of each phase of the site by mobilising the main players in the construction project. The company is therefore first and foremost a building professional. As such, it works from start to finish, with perfect mastery of the various sectors involved in the project.

Calling on a general construction company means above all guaranteeing quality services, while respecting deadlines and prices. Firstly, it provides support and advice to co-owners' associations, professionals and private individuals. For construction or renovation projects, the company provides advice on site coordination and monitoring. In this case, it carries out a study prior to the work. In addition, the estimate drawn up during this preliminary study includes the details of the work, which can be consulted in the event of a dispute: it commits the construction company to the price and the deadline for carrying out the work. One more point: the company remains the sole interlocutor of the clients. He clarifies the progress of the project and manages the relationship between the various trades, thus avoiding any friction between them. Managing the relationship between plumbers and electricians is not easy when you are not in business... Moreover, you can save time and money by working with only one company. Finally, such a company must be Qualibat RGE certified.

A construction company is easy to find on the internet, but you should always check the customer reviews and especially the reputation of the company before you go there. A company with a good reputation is an ideal choice. To find a contractor online, simply fill in a form on the website indicating when and where you want the work done and your contact details. No doubt a friend of yours has been there and can recommend a good company. Remember that a contract must be signed in all cases. Detail the time frame within which the work is to be carried out, the type of repair and construction services and the mandatory cost for each item listed.

When using a general contractor to carry out your building project, the elements that influence the building estimate are: the type of house and the choice of building material. While the labour cost of a traditional house may be €1,000/m², the construction of a modern house requires a labour budget of at least €1,800/m². If you are planning to build an ecological house (BBC, bioclimatic, passive or BEPOS), the price varies between €1,200 and €3,500 per m². In terms of the material used, a breezeblock house costs around €2,000/m², including labour, a brick house costs €1,800/m² and a wooden extension costs €1,200 to €2,400.

More and more companies are offering services in the construction sector. However, it is important to be extra careful when choosing a construction company. In addition to financial risk, reliability and professionalism are also important criteria when choosing a contractor to ensure the success of your work. Here are the 7 criteria to take into account when choosing the right construction company:

• The length of time the company has been in business and its references
• Customer reviews
• The construction estimate
• Legal status
• Financial situation
• Quality label
• Ten-year guarantee

Can I get a detailed estimate for the work? Do you have all the legal insurances? What are your qualifications? What grants can I claim for my renovation work? What are your references? What will be the final result? What is the delivery date? Who is responsible for the work? What will be the date and time of the work? Who will be responsible for the acceptance of the work? What after-sales service do you provide?