As-built verification: how to avoid surprises at closing – with clear documentation
Early decisions define schedule, quality and peace of mind during works. Clarify them before committing. In Sicily, coastal exposure and mixed building stock make early checks even more important.
Where to start
Commission an accurate measured survey and clear drawings: without reliable measures, design is guesswork.
Collect the key documents (permits, drawings, cadastre) and check consistency between existing condition and authorised state.
- How to document decisions
- Documents you should have
- Constraints to check early
Schedule and cost control
Track decisions on site: inspections, progress records and structured change management.
Set up a bill of quantities and specifications that describe works, materials and tolerances in measurable terms.
- Questions to ask contractors
- Constraints to check early
- How to keep changes under control
Technical details that matter
Design for durability and maintenance: the best-looking solution is not useful if it does not last.
Verify material compatibility with substrates, especially near the coast where salt air accelerates decay.
- Documents you should have
- How to keep changes under control
- Constraints to check early
Permits and documentation
Check constraints and approvals (heritage, landscape, condominium) before appointing contractors.
Prepare a complete technical report to reduce requests for clarifications and delays.
- Questions to ask contractors
- Constraints to check early
- Documents you should have
- You need a quick technical check before buying or signing.
- You must confirm the right permit path and missing documents.
- You want measurable specs to compare quotes properly.
- You started works and need to regain control of scope and changes.
- Mixing up cadastre updates and building permits (they are different).
- Ignoring waterproofing, slopes, ventilation and other “small” details.
- Applying standard solutions without reading the building context.
- No clear responsibilities between client, contractor and designers.
If you want a clear starting point for a project in Sicily,Studio 4ecan review your context and outline the right technical steps.
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