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Concrete Reinforcement Installation
Concrete Reinforcement Installation guidelines, FAQs and unit pricing information
January 2017
Are you looking for independent, trustworthy advice about Concrete Reinforcement Installation? Do you need to understand common installation options? If your project calls for Concrete Reinforcement Installation work, the following guidelines and best practices will help you understand: Is a subcontractor really necessary for Concrete Reinforcement Installation work? Will a permit be required? What are common problem areas? How much will Concrete Reinforcement Installation labor cost? What are the important Concrete Reinforcement Installation quality checks that should be included in the work requirements?
Concrete Reinforcement Installation - Frequently Asked Questions
| What is a fair price for Concrete Reinforcement Installation? | Costs vary with project size, job quality and time of year. For typical Concrete Reinforcement Installation expect to pay between $0.21 to $0.29 per square foot. Additional fees are typically charged for small projects or rush jobs. |
| Is a permit needed for Concrete Reinforcement Installation work? | Design approval and/or permits from your local building authority are usually required for Concrete Reinforcement Installation. Verify requirements with your local building department before any Concrete Reinforcement Installation work begins. |
| Is it worth using a professional to perform Concrete Reinforcement Installation work? | Skill and experience greatly speed and simplify Concrete Reinforcement Installation work and minimize project delays. Hiring an experienced professional can significantly reduce completion timelines and project schedule risks. |
| Is Concrete Reinforcement Installation something that I can do myself? | The typical Concrete Reinforcement Installation project can be completed by a moderately skilled do-it-yourselfer; as with any project, high quality Concrete Reinforcement Installation requires attention to detail and careful planning. |
| How many days are typically required to complete the Concrete Reinforcement Installation work? | This work can be completed in 1 to 2 days. |
Concrete Reinforcement Installation - Options, Quality Checks and Important Details
Use the list below to document your expectations for level of detail and finish quality for Concrete Reinforcement Installation. Make sure that relevant information is included in any written contracts or work orders on your project. Before any Concrete Reinforcement Installation work begins, review the checklist with the service provider. Tie payments to satisfactory completion of this checklist.
- All work must meet or exceed local code requirements
Concrete Reinforcement Installation - Work Milestones and Project Reminders
The following list summarizes work tasks commonly performed during Concrete Reinforcement Installation. These tasks help ensure proper completion of the reinforcement work and compliance with common manufacturer and vendor warranty requirements. Make sure that either you or your service provider takes responsibility for each of these tasks. All service provider task responsiblities should be clearly called out in the written contract or work orders.
- Verify that planned Concrete Reinforcement Installation will comply with home owner association requirements
- Determine if permit is required for Concrete Reinforcement Installation by local building authority, before any work begins
- Complete written project plan including scope of work, quality checks, warranty, timing and payment terms; project plan should be included in contract agreement and reviewed before any work begins
- Review and approve detailed layout / plan that shows location, orientation and placement of reinforcement, before any work begins
- Select, specify and order reinforcement; verify that type, grade, finish, size, color, any options, and quantity are clearly identified in the order; make sure that delivery date, terms and damage provisions are included in the order
- Manage delivery of reinforcement; verify that delivered model #, grade, finish, size, options, and quantity match the order precisely; thoroughly inspect all items for damage and proper operation; make or authorize final payment only after complete order is delivered
- Review material choices for Concrete Reinforcement Installation with the homeowner before work begins - consider toxic exposure, allergic risks and environmental factors; purchase construction materials only after approval
- Obtain a permit for Concrete Reinforcement Installation from local building authority; post permit on the jobsite as required
- Carefully remove all manufacturers labels and clean the concrete reinforcement surfaces - without scraping, scratching or otherwise damaging the reinforcement
- Remove debris, dirt and dust from all work areas; unless otherwise agreed, all demolition debris and construction waste will be removed from the site within 24 hours
- Inspect Concrete Reinforcement Installation and verify that all quality requirements and punch list items are completed correctly
- Submit final payment in exchange for signed lien release; final payment amount should be adjusted for excess material to be returned and tasks not performed; pay with a check to ensure expense can be verified for tax purposes
