Stone House Specification

All properties are built to antiseismic standards 

EXCAVATION – Excavation works for the foundation trenches and the septic pit are carried out in preparation for the pouring of the foundations.

FOUNDATIONS – Reinforced concrete is used for the foundations, frames and floors of the building under the supervision of the building engineer.

WALLS – Constructed in local stone with interior brick and render (plastered) walls. Exposed key stone features around doors and windows and / or interior exposed stone feature wall if desired.

ROOF – Pitched roof with wooden frame and ceramic tiles or flat roof – depending on architect’s drawings.

FLOORS – All floors will be tiled, including verandas and balconies according to the house plans. Tiles can be chosen from our standard range. If you should choose more expensive tiles, you will be charged the additional cost.

STAIRCASE – The balustrade of interior staircase will be of wood or metal.

BATHROOM – Bathroom and toilet fittings, as shown in plans, include, as standard, toilet, cistern, sink, bathroom cabinet, shower or bath. Plumbing for a washing machine is included, unless otherwise stated. Bathrooms will be tiled to the height of the doors. A hot water tank is included.

KITCHEN – The kitchen will include wooden cupboards – a choice of colours is available. The splash-back behind the taps and along the sink, as well as wall space between cabinets and countertops, will be tiled. A choice of worktop colours is also available. A single sink and drainer or a double sink will be fitted. Plumbing for a dishwasher and washing machine can be included in the kitchen if requested.

DOORS, WINDOWS & SHUTTERS – The window frames, balcony doors, external shutters and internal doors will be of wood.

PERGOLA – A pergola will be included, if in plans.

ELECTRICAL WORKS – Electrical installation works include plugs, switches, outside house light fittings (no light fittings inside), aerial and telephone points, and the hot water tank in the bathroom if applicable.

HYDRAULICS/PLUMBING – The property will be connected to the local water supply. There is also a connection to the septic tank, where applicable. The external plumbing also includes down-pipes from the roof and verandas. Finally, all pipe-work will be installed under the internal floor tiles for future installation of central heating.

PAINT – The house interior will be painted white.

BUILDING LICENCE, NATIONAL INSURANCE – The cost of the building licence and national insurance (IKA) is also included in the price of the house.

WATER & ELECTRICITY – In some areas there may be a delay with electricity connections, especially if the electricity has to be brought in from a distance. Some areas may also experience water shortages, especially in the peak summer months.

OPTIONAL EXTRAS (extra cost) INCLUDE:- wooden beamed ceilings, stone or rendered fireplace, stone chimney, solar panel with immersion water heater, air conditioning, fully fitted central heating etc.