At HPA, we think of site visits as your safety net throughout the build. They’re a simple, cost effective way of making sure everything is on track, and they give you peace of mind that your dream home is taking shape just the way you imagined. Here’s why they matter so much:
Catch small problems before they grow
A minor issue left unchecked can quickly become expensive. Site visits mean your architect is regularly looking over the details, spotting potential hiccups early, and ensuring everything is built to spec.
Smooth, real-time communication
Builders often have questions while they work. With your architect’s site visits, they get answers straight away, avoiding delays and making sure the original design intent is carried through.
Keeping costs transparent
We also use site visits to sign off the builder’s valuations. This ensures you’re only paying for what’s been done, and that costs remain clear and fair.
Your chance to get involved
When clients come along to site visits, it’s an opportunity to see your home coming to life and make any necessary design tweaks in real time. It’s exciting, collaborative, and incredibly rewarding.
Ticking the final boxes
For your project to be signed off by building control, an architect (or principal designer) needs to complete the certificate. Regular visits keep everything on course for that final approval.
In short, site visits are a relatively small investment that can save you money, time, and stress in the long run, while making the build process far more enjoyable.
