What this work involves
Discuss sun, wind, drainage, existing walls and intended use. Check location-specific requirements before ordering.
- Freestanding or attached
- Roof, materials and daylight
- Foundations and drainage
Use the following design considerations when coordinating this service with a wider project. Agree which parts apply to your request.
Check that external levels and drainage do not expose repaired facades to recurring problems.
What the drawing needs to explain
Create a defect map with photographs, locations and investigation questions. Include inspection access and the intended drainage path in the repair proposal.
Allow for later maintenance
Use the defect map for later checks. Compare photographs of the same locations so changes are not assessed from memory alone.
Cost factors for this service
Costs depend on dimensions, materials, foundations and connections. Ask for the scope and selected specification to be described separately.
Bring this to the discussion
Photographs of the existing situation, available drawings and your requirements for verandas, canopies & carports. Identify the elements that should remain.
Questions about the work
What should I discuss before arranging verandas, canopies & carports?
An open canopy and an enclosed garden room have different building implications. Describe the intended use and enclosure clearly.
The design situations here illustrate choices; they are not completed projects or a diagnosis of your property.