Construction and renovation blog
Prices, work stages and acceptance explained — practical articles for anyone building a house or renovating in Tbilisi, Georgia.
240 m² House on a Slope in Tbilisi: a Worked Cost Example
A worked full-cycle example: a 240 m² house in Tbilisi on a plot with a 3.2 m level difference, about 345,000–521,000 GEL at our rates. What the budget is made of and what the estimate leaves out.
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310 m² House in Mtskheta, Panoramic Glazing: 1,302,000 GEL
Case study: a 310 m² house in Mtskheta with a flat walkable roof and 22 m² of panoramic glazing, built for 1,302,000 GEL in 12 months while the client supervised from Germany.
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180 m² Rental Cottage in Batumi: 630,000 GEL in 7 Months
A cottage in Batumi for short-term rental: 180 m², one floor plus attic, 400 m from the beach, 630,000 GEL, 7 months. What the budget did and did not cover.
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720 m² Commercial Building in Kutaisi Built in 12 Months
General contracting case in Kutaisi: a 720 m² retail and service building delivered in 12 months for a legal entity. Scope, stages and paperwork handed over.
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House Estimate in Georgia: What the Price per m² Leaves Out
What a client pays beyond a house contract in Georgia: plot, design, permit, utilities, fencing, furniture, contingency. Figures from two completed houses, 180 and 310 m², and a worked example of a 240 m² house on a slope.
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Accepting a house from a developer in Tbilisi: a checklist
What to check before signing the handover act for a house or new-build in Tbilisi: structure, building services, documents.
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House Roofing in Tbilisi: Types and Installation
Which roof type suits a house in Georgia, what goes into proper installation, and why mistakes in the roof structure cost the most in winter.
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Finishing Works: Rough-In and Final Finish
How rough-in finishing differs from final finishing, in what order the stages go, and why you cannot skip the rough-in level to save time.
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VIP Renovation: Premium Turnkey Finishing
How VIP renovation differs from a standard full renovation (materials, hidden engineering, architect supervision) and when it is worth it.
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Full Apartment Renovation: Turnkey Stages
What stages a full apartment renovation in Tbilisi goes through, from demolition to handover, and what you cannot skip to save time.
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Cosmetic or Full Renovation: How to Choose
How to tell whether an apartment just needs a refresh or the utilities already need full replacement, and how much the two options actually differ.
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Welding Works and Metal Structures for a House
Where a private house needs welded metal structures, from gates to canopies, and what to look for when choosing a contractor.
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Tile Installation: Stages and Common Mistakes
How tile should be laid correctly in bathrooms and kitchens, and which mistakes most often lead to cracking or tiles coming loose.
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Floor Screed: Types and How to Choose
Which screed suits tile, laminate, and underfloor heating, how long it takes to cure, and why the timeline cannot be rushed.
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Plumbing in a House: Pipe Routing and Material Choice
How to choose a water supply routing scheme and pipe material for a house or apartment in Tbilisi, and where you cannot cut corners.
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House wiring: installation stages and where not to save
How electrical installation goes in a private house or apartment, from design to handover, and which parts are actually about safety.
ReadBuying Property in Georgia as a Foreigner: What to Know
Can a foreigner buy an apartment, house or land in Georgia, how the deal works, and what we handle when the property needs to be built or renovated for rental.
ReadResidence in Georgia Through Property: The General Picture
How buying property and a residence permit in Georgia relate, what to check in advance, and how a contractor helps when the property must be built or renovated.
ReadProperty and Rental Taxes in Georgia
A general overview for owners: which taxes relate to property and renting in Georgia, and why a legal build with documents makes life easier.
ReadThe Bare Shell of a New Build: What It Costs to Finish
What “black” and “white” shell mean in Tbilisi new builds, what the developer leaves you, and what makes up the estimate to bring it to turnkey condition.
ReadApartment Renovation Costs in Tbilisi in 2026
The real prices of apartment renovation in Tbilisi: from cosmetic to full turnkey overhaul, what makes up the estimate and where you shouldn’t cut.
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Stages of Building a Private House
From the plot to handing over the keys: a chronology of private house construction in Georgia, showing which service covers each stage and what matters to control.
ReadHow to Accept a Renovation: A 10-Point Checklist
A practical renovation acceptance checklist: what to check before signing the handover act, so you don’t discover defects after you move in.
ReadBathroom Waterproofing: How to Do It Right
Why bathroom waterproofing is hidden work you must not cut corners on: where the layer is needed, which materials to choose and how to accept the result.
ReadHow to Choose a Contractor for Renovation and Construction
What to look at when choosing a construction company in Georgia: contract, estimate, warranty and the signs that reveal a reliable contractor.
ReadFacade Insulation: Why and How It Is Done
How facade insulation cuts heating bills and protects the walls: which systems are used, where the dew point sits and what to check at handover.
ReadConstruction Work Prices in Tbilisi: Rates by Type
Indicative rates for the main types of work in Tbilisi, from screed and plaster to tiling and wiring: what is charged per m² and what per point.
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How Much Does It Cost to Build a House in Tbilisi in 2026
A realistic budget for building a private house in Tbilisi: price per m² by stage, the estimate for 150 m², and what drives the total (terrain and soils).
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How to Oversee Construction in Georgia Remotely
Bought a plot or an apartment in Georgia but live abroad? How to oversee construction remotely: video reports, hidden-works acceptance and staged payments.
ReadYou Bought an Apartment “in Concrete” in Tbilisi: What Next
New builds in Tbilisi are often handed over as a “black frame”: bare walls with no screed or plaster. Step by step: what it takes to turn concrete into a liveable apartment.
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An Earthquake-Resistant House in Georgia: What to Build In
Tbilisi is a seismic zone of up to intensity 8. Here is what makes a house earthquake-resistant: a foundation matched to the soil, a monolithic frame,.
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A Construction Permit in Tbilisi: How to Get One
The process of obtaining a construction permit in Georgia: building categories, which documents are required, approval timelines at the city hall and what an.
ReadApartment Redevelopment in Tbilisi: What Is Allowed
Want to combine the kitchen with the living room or move the bathroom? Here is which walls you must not touch, what needs approval and how to redevelop safely.
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Heating a House in Georgia: Which System to Choose
A gas boiler, underfloor heating, air conditioners or a heat pump? We compare heating systems for a house or apartment by price, comfort and running costs.
ReadConcrete or Pumice Block: What to Build With in Georgia
Monolithic reinforced concrete, pumice block, brick: we compare wall materials for a house in Georgia by strength, warmth, seismicity and price, so you can choose for your own project.
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A 150, 250 and 350 m² House in Georgia: Three Costed Budgets
What it costs to build houses of different sizes in Tbilisi and across Georgia: three budgets by stage, where the money goes and what almost everyone forgets.
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How long does it take to build a house in Georgia
What the construction timeline for a private house in Georgia is made up of, from foundation to finishing, and what usually shifts the schedule.
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A house construction contract in Georgia: what to check
Which clauses of a contract with a construction company in Georgia to look at first: the estimate, timelines, liability for defects, payment terms.
ReadBuilding without a permit in Georgia: what you risk
What an owner risks by building a house in Georgia without a permit, and why legalising it after the fact costs more than getting it done before.
ReadThe Tbilisi property market in 2026: what's happening
A general picture of the Tbilisi property market: which areas are developing fastest, what drives demand, and why a city-wide average says little.
ReadRisks of investing in Georgian property: what to watch for
The main risks of investing in property in Georgia, from legal to construction-related, and how they're actually reduced in practice, not just in words.
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How to check a builder or developer in Georgia
A practical list of what you can actually verify before signing a contract with a construction company or developer in Georgia.
ReadIs it worth investing in Georgian property
Arguments for and against investing in Georgian property, with no single answer, because it depends on the specific investor's goal, horizon and budget.
ReadTaxes and sole-trader status for letting in Georgia
A general overview for those letting property in Georgia: when sole-trader (IP) status is considered, and when an individual's regime is enough.
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House or apartment in Georgia: which suits living better
Comparing a private house and an apartment in Georgia by cost, upkeep and lifestyle. There is no universal winner, only sober criteria for the choice.
ReadBuilding a house in Georgia as a foreigner: step by step
How a foreigner goes from choosing a plot to a finished house in Georgia: the main steps and what to check at each stage.
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