Root Cause
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I am recently retired. I have done my own repairs or upgrades in regards to electrical and plumbing over the years.
I can do basic carpentry and have the tools to build anything.
I have project management experience in the manufacturing world.
I recently bought an IRC 0016 book online to review and have house drawings approved with an architect's stamp.
My son recently had a house built and says that he became his own contractor as he went there daily to see the work and got up to speed by asking the builders questions. I know contractors manage more than just overseeing the work but I am wondering if it's necessary.
I know enough about carpentry, electricity, and plumbing but I don't feel I know enough about footers, foundation, and waterproofing (basement) to do this on my own.
The foundation scares me a bit. i know a big box company has a reputation for cutting corners but I don't know the details. I am considering hiring a qualified contractor to oversee this up to the point where the concrete is all poured and is ready for framing.
I can afford it but I will also be twiddling my thumbs watching others do the work if I hire this out.
Hoping others here can give some advice.
I can do basic carpentry and have the tools to build anything.
I have project management experience in the manufacturing world.
I recently bought an IRC 0016 book online to review and have house drawings approved with an architect's stamp.
My son recently had a house built and says that he became his own contractor as he went there daily to see the work and got up to speed by asking the builders questions. I know contractors manage more than just overseeing the work but I am wondering if it's necessary.
I know enough about carpentry, electricity, and plumbing but I don't feel I know enough about footers, foundation, and waterproofing (basement) to do this on my own.
The foundation scares me a bit. i know a big box company has a reputation for cutting corners but I don't know the details. I am considering hiring a qualified contractor to oversee this up to the point where the concrete is all poured and is ready for framing.
I can afford it but I will also be twiddling my thumbs watching others do the work if I hire this out.
Hoping others here can give some advice.