{"id":1508,"date":"2010-11-05T17:24:45","date_gmt":"2010-11-05T04:24:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/builderscrack.co.nz\/blog\/?p=1508"},"modified":"2021-01-22T00:56:40","modified_gmt":"2021-01-21T11:56:40","slug":"builders-what-does-a-builder-do","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/builderscrack.co.nz\/blog\/project-advice\/advice-new-builds\/builders-what-does-a-builder-do.html","title":{"rendered":"Builders – what does a Builder do?"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"What<\/a>A builders tasks vary widely, but generally builders will coordinate the different types of construction involved in building a house, office or other building.\u00a0 An architect will usually design the structure and create blueprints and the builder will oversee the construction process.<\/strong><\/p>\n

A builder will often be involved in getting any necessary building permits and consents, and having land surveyed so they know what they’ll need in the way of drainage etc.\u00a0 Once a builder has the land ready, they’ll begin building. Builders will remain on-site throughout the construction process to ensure that the structure is built correctly and according to plan.<\/p>\n

As an example, during a new house build, a builder will initially oversee the foundations being laid, then the frame of the house being erected and then the roof.\u00a0 Builders will then work with plumbers and electricians to get power and water to the house.\u00a0 Other tradespeople may be employed to do different tasks. A carpenter may be required to put in flooring, landscapers to do the front yard and painters to paint the house inside and out.\u00a0 As a builder will need to organise all these other tradespeople, they’ll need to know a lot about these different fields so they know that a job is being done correctly.\u00a0 A builder will coordinate all the other tradespeople to ensure things are done in the correct order.<\/p>\n

A Builders toolbox will often include:<\/h3>\n