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israelmendez5
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Registration: 06 September 2024
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Updated building Costs by Acros5790
Hi all! Wondering what updated 2022 construction costs are on a per square foot basis. I am seeing people on here quoting $250-$300/SF. This seems ridiculously high and is basically the cost for building in California. Also my architect ...
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This is in response to the original question on price per sq ft for construction in PR. I have built a couple of new homes in Puerto Rico. There is new construction with new techniques such as in South Florida at $180+ /sq ft and new construction ... Read More
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Updated building Costs by Acros5790
Hi all! Wondering what updated 2022 construction costs are on a per square foot basis. I am seeing people on here quoting $250-$300/SF. This seems ridiculously high and is basically the cost for building in California. Also my architect ...
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@1041 CecilTo avoid condensation look at adding insulation to all walls and ceilings. Also an 8” block wall instead of the typical 6” will add an extra layer of protection. An additional benefit is that you will only need half of the ... Read More
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Updated building Costs by Acros5790
Hi all! Wondering what updated 2022 construction costs are on a per square foot basis. I am seeing people on here quoting $250-$300/SF. This seems ridiculously high and is basically the cost for building in California. Also my architect ...
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@Acros5790There are important factors to consider. Will you be building the new construction way or the old fashion way?I have done both, new construction in Puerto Rico with the standards for South Florida +$180 / sq ft and existing standards for ... Read More