Clear, no-nonsense articles on NHBRC, JBCC, CIDB, B-BBEE, costs and compliance — written for Cape Town contractors and homeowners.
A complete guide to NHBRC home builder registration. Step-by-step process, costs, and common rejection reasons.
Read the guide →A complete guide to NHBRC home builder registration. Step-by-step process, costs, and common rejection reasons.
Read article → ContractsEverything a new contractor needs to know about JBCC payment certificates — the 7 components, the payment cycle, common mistakes.
Read article → CostsReal 2026 Cape Town construction costs per m² for new builds, renovations, and extensions. Suburb effects and hidden costs.
Read article → ComplianceCIDB grading explained simply. Which grade you need for tender size, how to upgrade, and the cost.
Read article → ComplianceAffidavit thresholds, scorecard basics, and how to use B-BBEE to win more work.
Read article → ContractsWhen to use which contract type, how to price each, and the risk profile of both.
Read article → TendersCSD, tender alerts, compulsory documents, evaluation criteria, and avoiding disqualification.
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