What to know before you commission work
We have gathered the questions that come up before a fit-out, a systems upgrade or the choice of a service contract. The explanations draw on ITTU's experience, so that you can prepare the right information and compare proposals on a like-for-like basis.
Articles
How much does technical maintenance of a building cost per month?
Indicative building maintenance costs: from €100/month for a small shop, from €500/month for a hotel, from €700/month for an office building. What drives the price and how to compare proposals.
ReadHow much does a shop or office fit-out cost per m²?
A shop or office fit-out typically costs €400–800 per m². What drives the price, what is usually included and how to get an accurate estimate.
ReadHow long does a shop fit-out in a shopping centre take?
A shop fit-out in a shopping centre usually takes 1.5–3 months. What determines the timeline and how to keep it on track.
ReadHow often should ventilation be serviced and filters changed?
Ventilation maintenance frequency in commercial buildings: filter changes, unit servicing, duct cleaning. How to tell that ventilation is underperforming, and what the regulations require.
ReadWhich fire safety inspections does the law require of a building owner?
Mandatory fire safety inspections in commercial buildings under Cabinet Regulation No. 238: fire extinguishers, internal fire mains, electrical installations, fire protection systems, staff training.
ReadGeneral contractor or several contractors: which pays off?
When a single general contractor pays off in a fit-out or refurbishment, and when separate contractors do. Responsibility, timelines, costs and risks.
ReadWhat to check when accepting work after construction or refurbishment
What to check before signing the handover certificate: finishes, building systems, as-built documentation, snagging list, warranty.
ReadComing soon
What to send to get a retail fit-out proposal
This article is in preparation.
How to plan an office refit while people keep working in it
This article is in preparation.
What to clarify before replacing an air conditioning system
This article is in preparation.
Will the existing ventilation suit a new floor layout?
This article is in preparation.
How to prepare a brief for a heating system upgrade
This article is in preparation.
What to allow for in the electrical installation before office finishes go in
This article is in preparation.
Relocating sanitary facilities: what to check before the work
This article is in preparation.
What to include in a technical maintenance specification
This article is in preparation.
How to compare full building service proposals
This article is in preparation.
When to plan security and audio/video solutions into a project
This article is in preparation.
How to prepare a facade or roof repair request
This article is in preparation.
How Open Book differs from a fixed-price proposal
This article is in preparation.