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Using Subbies: Checklist

making sure you are all set for your building work.

Building Work Checklist

1. Do you have a plan for your project?

IF POSSIBLE DRAW A SIMPLE SKETCH
Making sure you know exactly what you want to achieve is crucial, changing your mind halfway through always costs more.
Checklist for Domestic Building Projects

2. Do you have materials on-site?

IF NOT, ASK YOUR SUBBIE WHAT HE NEEDS
Ensuring you have all the materials ready to use will speed up your job, you can use our materials checklist if you need some help.
Construction Work Checklist

3. Have you text photos of your job?

SEND PHOTOS OF YOUR JOB TO YOUR SUBBIE
After you’ve chosen your favourite Subbie be sure to send them some clear photos of the area where you require the works to be completed.
Checklist for using Building Subcontractors

4. How long it will the work take?

TRY TO GET AN ACCURATE ESTIMATE
Ask your Subbie how long he thinks the work will take so that you have a good estimate of how much the job is likely to cost.
Homeowner Checklist for Building Work

5. Do you need any Hire Tools?

AGAIN, COMMUNICATE WITH YOUR SUBBIE
As well as materials, it’s also important to make sure your Subbie has the tools required to complete your project, communicate.
Hiring Tradesmen Checklist

6. Have you discussed payment?

MOST SUBBIES PREFER CASH AT THE END OF THE DAY
Ask your Subbie how they prefer to take payment, and always pay at the end of the day. Working this way means your building budget is always protected.
Checklist for Residential Refurbishment Jobs

Using Subbies is the…
best way to build

Completing your work using Subbies allows you to take control of your own work, and project manage the job in a way that suits you.

Our customers love using Subbies and we are sure you will too!