The quality of the materials and workmanship in the basement, and determines the cost level in the report. Select one of the following qualities:
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.5 |
Lowest |
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1 |
Low |
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1.5 |
Fair |
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2 |
Average |
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2.5 |
Above Average |
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3 |
Good |
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3.5 |
Very Good |
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4 |
Excellent |
You should examine both materials and workmanship when determining the overall quality. The quality of materials and workmanship of individual building components may vary. However, the overall quality tends to be consistent for the entire building. Furthermore, the quality of materials and workmanship tend to influence each other.
Workmanship is often superficial, allowing you to easily observe its quality. The following are all indicators of better quality workmanship:
Solid and level floor structures
Plumb walls
Smooth finish on concrete and plastered surfaces
Mitered joints in both exterior and interior woodwork
Proper fitting doors and windows
As with workmanship, the quality of materials is usually apparent during the inspection of the building. Grade of wood, floor cover and fixtures (either standard or custom) are primary indications of material quality.