PROJECT
Restoration of an extensively water damaged Bungalow, resulting from a burst pipe in the attic while unoccupied.
CUSTOMER
Lawrence Hawthorn, based in England.
CUSTOMER COMMENTS
“I selected McBean Land and Property after interviewing a number of potential contractors. My interaction was with Ewan Beesley the Commercial Director and his office.
I liked the straightforward, friendly, helpful approach Ewan took with me he was also very knowledgable and professional and it was obvious this was a person and a company who new it`s business and the market.
As I live in England and would be remote to the project site, it was absolutely essential I had a contractor whom, I could rely on and who would deliver the project to a high standard and on time and on budget. I would also need a lot of advice and assistance on my decisions – it`s not easy for anyone dealing with a property disaster, when I as client are 400 miles away.
Ewan and McBean Land and property Group delivered all of the above.
I am delighted with the outcome of the project and with Ewan and his team. It has been a great success. I have also benefited enormously from their guidance and advice which has been invaluable. Quality work at a fair price and on budget and on time. Delighted !
I highly recommend the team at McBean Land and Property. For me, they are as good as it gets.”
PROJECT REMIT
Bungalow with driveway and surrounded by garden.
- Dry out the property and minimise further damage.
- Assess and quote for extensive strip out works and deliver an execution plan.
- Assess and quote for a major re instatement and deliver an execution plan.
- Work with client on interior design and provide advice on the re instatement including major structural works, erection of new internal walls. Selection and implementation of all fixtures and fittings.
- Help select a new kitchen and a new bathroom and ensuite.
- Covert a dining room to a bedroom.
- Seal off an old fire place and implement a new heating system through out.
- Re-wire the property. Re design the storage areas. Select and fit new doors throughout.
- Install internet and TV connections.
- Prepare and paint the entire property internally.
- Check all systems and ensure appropriate paper work for compliance.
- Undertake sometimes lead meetings with the wider project team including the client,Loss Adjuster and Chartered Surveyor as required.
- Appoint and manage all trades.
- Execute material orders from suppliers and check items.
- Manage health and safety adherence and compliance.
CHALLENGES OVERCOME
Create effective communication and an effective working alliance with a physically remote client. (Lives in England.)
Advise client when a physical site visit would be beneficial.
Manage a robust commercial environment with multiple stake holders.
Advice and assist the client regarding design and items required and purchasing locally on behalf of the client.
Ensure the property was 100 percent dry.
Creating structure for regular progress reports and on for time stage payments.
