Best Builder in Cyprus

Angel


Joined: 05/12/2007
Posts: 35

Message Posted:
15/12/2007 23:01

Hi Cyprus 44

Just had a fantastic Holiday in Cyprus. We are in the Process of buying, but can not make are minds up. Which Builder is Best and Worst, any Reccomendations.

Regards Angel

p4aul


Joined: 12/10/2007
Posts: 71

Message Posted:
15/12/2007 23:12

Sydney Cobstruction



Zafer, thats just my view, he built our villa.

legin


Joined: 15/11/2007
Posts: 105

Message Posted:
15/12/2007 23:37

Tekjen construction via Royal Crown Estates. I wouldn't dream of using anyone else. If you need further info, e-mail me , but these boys are special!



Warm Regards



Nigel

Jarra



Joined: 07/08/2007
Posts: 61

Message Posted:
16/12/2007 00:55

Hi we were delighted with our results not just with the build and standard of finish but also the after care. Many people on this forum have popped round to our place in the Sun for a coffee and I am sure they would say we got a good result. The comany who built the property is Tenas Construction a small family builder.

I wish you every success in your search to find the builder that will construct your property.



Jarra Brown

TimothyCadman


Joined: 13/12/2007
Posts: 1040

Message Posted:
16/12/2007 12:08

Best Builder? Yourself! You couldn't do a worse job than the majority do over here.



If you haven't the time or just can't be bothered then Tenas is probably your best bet.

simbas



Joined: 16/07/2007
Posts: 5943

Message Posted:
16/12/2007 12:54

ooooh thats a bit unfair ! there are lots of reputable builders in nc troy lake to name just one. if you read the other posts you would see there are lots of people satisfied with their builders

regards simbas

dodger



Joined: 29/07/2007
Posts: 1895

Message Posted:
16/12/2007 13:17

I suppose every trade has its cowboys Timothy,there the ones that turn up for work on their horses wearing ten gallon hats,but i think you are being unfair on post no4,but hey it is a forum and everyone is intitled to their opinion.

Paulkay


Joined: 10/11/2007
Posts: 64

Message Posted:
16/12/2007 13:20

Hi everbody

Do you have web site numbers for sydney and tenas as we are over in N/C at the end of feb to talk to a few people about building a villa.

Angle when are you going back out there?

Turtle


Joined: 28/05/2007
Posts: 2669

Message Posted:
16/12/2007 19:56

If your having a Villa built talk to Serkan Ilseven he only builds individual villas on private plots and will gladly show you some he has built.

paul90


Joined: 07/11/2007
Posts: 350

Message Posted:
17/12/2007 19:41

Sydney construction are excellent.

Lindsay Hunter at Donaghy and Beyler introduced us.

We have seen their finished properties and had a tour of his own home.

We bought land separately and Zafer is halfway there with our house - saw it last week.

Zaf wants to use our house as "show house" during 2008.

Contact Lindsay at lindsay@donaghyandbeyler.com - http://www.donaghyandbeyler.com.

Contact Zafer at sydney@sydney-construction.com

liverbird


Joined: 17/05/2010
Posts: 8

Message Posted:
17/05/2010 22:16

our villa is being built by sydney construction and is almost finished. we were introduced to zafer by chance and what good luck, he was most helpful and accommodating showing us around various villas he has built to a high standard. he gave us lots of advice and suggestions to improve the plans we had and has bent over backwards to help us make the right choices etc. we get regular updates of the progress with lots of pics and we can ring him anytime we want to ask something. to date we are very happy with his standard of work and all his teams input.

newlad



Joined: 02/03/2008
Posts: 7819

Message Posted:
17/05/2010 22:41

Is that our kid on mess 7,

Paul.

Stubs


Joined: 01/07/2008
Posts: 641

Message Posted:
17/05/2010 22:53

We used Zafer too.



One of the few who actually take pride in what they do.

AlsancakJack



Joined: 14/08/2008
Posts: 5762

Message Posted:
17/05/2010 22:57

Blimey, how did this thread get resurrected?

OldDogs


Joined: 17/03/2009
Posts: 42

Message Posted:
17/05/2010 23:20

Timothy I note that you said over here. Does that mean that you have moved back HERE. I'm reliably informed that you left HERE probably 12 months or more ago. When making comments it would be helpful to know members association with this place, their commitment to it and the country they actually live in.

cooper


Joined: 23/10/2007
Posts: 3386

Message Posted:
17/05/2010 23:23

He made that comment in 2007 you old dog you )

newlad



Joined: 02/03/2008
Posts: 7819

Message Posted:
17/05/2010 23:26

Best developer in my opinion would have to be Carrington,

Paul.

yorgozlu



Joined: 16/06/2009
Posts: 4437

Message Posted:
18/05/2010 00:07

http://www.kofaliconstruction.com/



Buys the land and then builds on it,however good or bad the quality of the building may be.You know that you WILL get your title deeds once you have your ptp.

Tootie


Joined: 28/08/2008
Posts: 2037

Message Posted:
18/05/2010 00:33

Yorgozlu... msg 18. As my developer did.. Bought the land, built the villa, got the ptp, Shared title sorted. But he now done one to Turkey and no snagging sorted. but still happy as i have held back, that should sort any problems. I hope...

yorgozlu



Joined: 16/06/2009
Posts: 4437

Message Posted:
18/05/2010 00:52

msg 19;

Tootie;

As much as having to wait for a so called PTP(what a load of rubbish) before you could get your title deeds for something you had paid 2 years or so ago (I'm glad I havent got to,and I didnt have to when in UK as a foreighner)),because of security reasons and there are too many dodgy so called "construction companys" in TRNC,KOFALI would be my choice every time.I know who they are and where they come from.

I know greed takes over of how our minds work at what direction,but however much they may try to push you to get as much money as possible out of you,YOU WILL get your title deeds.With whats been happening in building industry in TRNC the value of title deeds are PRICELESS,for everything else........

Tootie


Joined: 28/08/2008
Posts: 2037

Message Posted:
18/05/2010 01:06

I payed 50% August 2008 and 47% August 2009. I Moved in June 2009. The rest I have (not my Advocate). Developer is now in Turkey and cant get hold of him nor can the advocate. Whats my chances of title deed?

Shared title is sorted, ptp sorted and no mortgage on land or property. Plus all taxes payed, electric and water installed. etc

yorgozlu



Joined: 16/06/2009
Posts: 4437

Message Posted:
18/05/2010 01:10

Tootie;

Do you have your individual "shared title deed" with your property on it?

Tootie


Joined: 28/08/2008
Posts: 2037

Message Posted:
18/05/2010 01:13

Yes. It out lines each villa for square mtr from the original site as bought by the developer.

yorgozlu



Joined: 16/06/2009
Posts: 4437

Message Posted:
18/05/2010 01:22

In that case,since you have your "shared title deeds",which means all duties are paid,I 'd sleep without any worries in my head if I was you.



Individual title deeds:States,X plot of land with X square metre dwelling on it.



Shared title deeds:States,X plot of land with Y many dwellings and Z size plot in the X plot with A square meter dwelling belongs to MR/MRS "YOU"

OldDogs


Joined: 17/03/2009
Posts: 42

Message Posted:
18/05/2010 09:12

Thankyou cooper. Must get some glasses!

Tina100


Joined: 08/05/2010
Posts: 117

Message Posted:
18/05/2010 09:16

korman homes and construction



for more info

http://www.kormanhomes.com.tr

kormanhomes@kormancons.com

05338672899

elko2



Joined: 24/07/2007
Posts: 4400

Message Posted:
18/05/2010 09:27

I can recommend Dovec Construction for Famagusta area. Pure and simple. I can also recommend Noyanlar again in Famagusta.



As for the ones to avoid, well just follow C44 for a good idea. Watch out for those who do not honour their contracts like not delivering what they promised and even worse frightening their buyers by flimsy court actions.

ismet

TopTen


Joined: 15/04/2009
Posts: 1246

Message Posted:
18/05/2010 09:50

Bob ................

cazzie


Joined: 10/03/2009
Posts: 7

Message Posted:
29/05/2010 19:42

Nobody mentioned Kavanlar. Very good builder but soooooo slow and his catch phase is This is Gonna cost you extra. What you see in the picture of your house is NOT what you get i.e. front gate over 1K extra railing round your house nearly 2k. A simple change of paint colour from white to cream of course yes you guessed This is gonna cost you extra



My advice to anybody buying out there is be very very careful when buying a resale from a Turk especially if his name is Kamile. We got stitched up big time. We had to pay his water bill over £300 but the best one was his tax as he had sold three properties and could not afford to pay his tax so yes you guessed it we paid 9K for him. Solicitors said he promised to pay yeah right Leason learned the hard way is to have everything in writing as the man we bought from is nothing short of a common THIEF and CON ARTIST

No1Doyen


Joined: 04/07/2008
Posts: 16617

Message Posted:
29/05/2010 20:04

I would say the best builder is the one who rectify's any problems you may have (after the property has been built) without any problems.

rowlo



Joined: 12/10/2008
Posts: 4796

Message Posted:
30/05/2010 01:09

msg 30 , says it all,

BatteryBoy


Joined: 05/06/2009
Posts: 125

Message Posted:
30/05/2010 04:14

msg



I was glad the name Kofali came up. Not had any problems with them I just phone them and they are round the same day.



batteryboy

flowerfairy


Joined: 17/09/2008
Posts: 1277

Message Posted:
30/05/2010 05:57

Don't leave your brains on the plane. Would you buy a house, or have one built without employing a surveyor????

Give Stuart Hillard a call, he's the only qualified chartered surveyor on the island..... 0533 861 2330

He also is very knowledgable about the builders standard and quality of work.

Deniz1


Joined: 28/07/2009
Posts: 3829

Message Posted:
30/05/2010 07:19

Why not buy something already built and lived in then all the problems should be ironed out off plan is always risky

Graeme


Joined: 05/11/2008
Posts: 18

Message Posted:
30/05/2010 11:55

Tina100



What are Korman like for following up, snagging and honouring their guarantees ?

Tina100


Joined: 08/05/2010
Posts: 117

Message Posted:
31/05/2010 10:24

Graeme,



we do all we can to get the jobs done asap.



Tina

Lina007


Joined: 25/11/2010
Posts: 11

Message Posted:
30/12/2010 21:18

Serkan Ilseven is a person you should not trust at all.

TRNCvictim


Joined: 17/08/2010
Posts: 1417

Message Posted:
30/12/2010 21:48

My only and lonely cry is:-



DON'T TRUST ANYONE IN THE TRNC



Lawyers, Builders, ANYONE ...................................



NO KOCAN NO MONEY................... If you have deeds pay your money, otherwise walk away!!!!!!!! If your Lawyer want's paying before he has done any work? walk away!!!!!

TRNCVaughan


Joined: 27/04/2008
Posts: 4578

Message Posted:
31/12/2010 10:02

Buy a resale - there are plenty of them to choose from and it's a buyers market.

Groucho



Joined: 26/04/2008
Posts: 7993

Message Posted:
31/12/2010 13:25

I'd rather no more houses were built on anything other than brownfield sites but if I was contracting a builder I would go to High View Villas...



I don't live in one haven't bought one.... I have no axe to grind...



The sensible option for those with the full asking price is a resale...

iris1


Joined: 29/11/2009
Posts: 107

Message Posted:
31/12/2010 16:54

Our house was built by Hedron Construction, good build and the afterbuild service is great everybody who live in the houses will tell you the same.

Our builder even lives in our street in one of his own houses.



So he is always on call if you need him

newlad



Joined: 02/03/2008
Posts: 7819

Message Posted:
31/12/2010 19:06

Carrington now do a scheme where,when your property is ready to move in,they hand over your title deeds with your house keys,

Paul.

Mick the Fish


Joined: 27/05/2008
Posts: 180

Message Posted:
31/12/2010 21:17

I lived at Chelsey Village.



Unfortunately.







The chair of the Owners association rented her property

to the manager of the maintenance company, which was owned

by a director of the developers, who also owns the building company.



No conflict of interest there then !!!



Watch this space for repercussions of those

Who 'invest' in the site.

martinD41


Joined: 06/09/2010
Posts: 3001

Message Posted:
31/12/2010 21:46

msg 4 Elo,Elo, Now suddenly the Police are Up to date with building skills/Know how,or the lack of in the TRNC" Move along now, your giving a false impression"...........

citrus


Joined: 08/11/2010
Posts: 137

Message Posted:
06/01/2011 21:48

i have been working in the construction business for the last 8 years here the best workmanship has to be highview homes.

He is a london cypriot, and his finishing is exceptional.

you can contact him on 05338660432

TRNCvictim


Joined: 17/08/2010
Posts: 1417

Message Posted:
06/01/2011 21:56

Angel,



Again I reiterate NO DEEDS NO MONEY!



Don't be stupid enough to ever be in so many victims position, if you can't get DEEDS don't PAY ANY MONEY!!



It's only common sense! whatever builder, in any civilized country you would only pay your money when you have your DEEDS!



The Best of Luck (you will need it)!

Deniz1


Joined: 28/07/2009
Posts: 3829

Message Posted:
07/01/2011 08:07

I have had two houses built by Emtan Construction. Completed on time, very little snagging, DEEDS ! YES ! All services in place. No mortgages on the land. Not the most luxurious houses but good value for money. They are based in Kyrenia.

serks


Joined: 21/09/2010
Posts: 108

Message Posted:
07/01/2011 09:36

ı can also recomend dovec construction in Famagusta honest and reliable..

Temomed


Joined: 22/07/2010
Posts: 29

Message Posted:
07/01/2011 10:18

Bought a Haci Ali appartment 7 years ago, also recommend him to a builder friend who also bought.

MartinM


Joined: 03/10/2009
Posts: 166

Message Posted:
07/01/2011 10:21

REBA, REBA, REBA, REBA



Excellent



Pointed out and rectified faults that WE didn't see.



REBA

RentMono


Joined: 27/12/2010
Posts: 24

Message Posted:
13/01/2011 11:25

I would also recomend Dovec Construction in Famagusta as Serks did.



my family and friends bought more than 15 flats about 15 years ago and NOOO problem at all... touch wood....

Valiant


Joined: 07/08/2009
Posts: 9

Message Posted:
29/03/2011 14:17

Be Warned.....Someone on here recommended Greatstone contruction to me, The owner is now back in the UK and I am left living in a rented house........All tc are untouchable