An unfinished building cannot simply continue from the date work stopped
Time, weather, missing drawings, and a new contractor who did not do the earlier work all change what “continue” should mean.
Without this tool
• Nobody may remember the original scope.
• Materials may have deteriorated.
• Water exposure can create new problems.
• Old drawings may no longer match what exists.
• A new contractor may assume work they did not perform.
With Recovery Checker
✓ Record the present condition.
✓ Identify the current stage.
✓ Organise the photos and history you actually have.
✓ See which professional inspections may be needed before restarting.
Before you continue an unfinished building in Nigeria
Do not assume that yesterday’s structure is ready for today’s work.
First establish what was actually built, how long it has been exposed, whether the old drawings still match, and what condition the structure is in.
Also ask whether plumbing or electrical work already exists, whether approvals or professional information need updating, and what a realistic recovery budget may require. This page does not calculate that cost.
When you are ready to go further, use the pre-purchase inspection for a structured look at condition, Project Readiness Score before mobilisation, the Renovation Budget Planner or Nigeria Building Cost Planner for money, and the Milestone Payment Schedule Builder so payment follows the remaining work.