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08-01-2009, 08:17 PM
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Duplex Cost .
Hi, need some help from guys who build. i live in western mass and thinking about building a duplex to live and rent the other half , but have absolutely no experience in process and problems i might run into. The whole house is gonna be around 2800 sq 3 br/ 1 1/2 bath in each unit.
First of all id like to know a rough estimate on some stuff. i know more or less how much it will run me to dig a hole/ pour concrete/ lumber cost/ electric and hvac/ .. siding .roofing.windows i can install myself . what am i missing ? what other expenses will i ran into . Any advice would be helpful this would be my first project like that. Thanks 
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08-01-2009, 08:24 PM
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strat hd
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Re: Duplex Cost .
So............What are you asking ?
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08-01-2009, 08:25 PM
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Re: Duplex Cost .
Probably a lot more than you expect.
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08-01-2009, 08:27 PM
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Re: Duplex Cost .
gutters,drywall,insulation,painting,cabinets,mould ings,floor coverings,painting,permits,landscaping,dumpsters,c leaning,lightbulbs,countertops.
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08-01-2009, 08:32 PM
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Re: Duplex Cost .
warren wat else ? think hard
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08-01-2009, 08:34 PM
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Re: Duplex Cost .
skilled labor?
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08-01-2009, 08:37 PM
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Re: Duplex Cost .
materials ? labor its one of the things you cant not put in count
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08-01-2009, 08:38 PM
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Re: Duplex Cost .
wat about connecting to the city electricity and sewer how expensive is that ?
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08-01-2009, 08:39 PM
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Re: Duplex Cost .
$200.00 to $300.00 per square foot...could be more...could be less.
Helpful ain't I? Andy.
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08-01-2009, 08:47 PM
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Re: Duplex Cost .
Doorknobs, garage doors with openers, sidewalks, doorbell, insulation, landscaping, and last but not least, two mailboxes.
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08-01-2009, 08:51 PM
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strat hd
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Re: Duplex Cost .Quote:
 Cause they make their money every month....... Duh !
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08-01-2009, 08:52 PM
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Re: Duplex Cost .
No nails Strathd?
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08-01-2009, 08:55 PM
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Re: Duplex Cost .
No nails, just glue. Lots of glue!
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08-01-2009, 09:00 PM
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strat hd
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Re: Duplex Cost .Quote:
25 lbs. of all purpose nails. |
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08-01-2009, 09:02 PM
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Re: Duplex Cost .
25 lbs
 Maybe a few more, just maybe.
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08-01-2009, 09:14 PM
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Re: Duplex Cost .
Don't forget an additional throw switch for your tenants unit for when it gets a little loud. I recommend somewhere near your bed.
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08-01-2009, 09:56 PM
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Re: Duplex Cost .
garage door openers, shower doors, screens, locksets and deadbolts, doorknobs, hinge bumpers, closet rods/shelves, deck package and/or patio
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08-01-2009, 10:19 PM
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strat hd
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Re: Duplex Cost .
Door stops, appliances, return air vent covers, humidifier hooked up to furnace (optional), garbage disposal allen wrench, ...............
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08-02-2009, 01:04 AM
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Re: Duplex Cost .
That allen wrench is the kicker. That's the one that's really gonna set you back
What's this about glue instead of nails? Screw using glue! Use Duct Tape! Look, it's a fastener AND a strap! Who needs simpson straps?
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08-18-2009, 05:42 PM
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Re: Duplex Cost .
I always thought residential construction was about $100/sq. depending on location. I bet you could definitely do it under $200/sq.
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