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The work
stages of an

architect’s
service Stage 6 – Close-out

The architect now inspects the work of the contractor and verifies that defects have been addressed
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and rectified. The contractor submits a final payment claim which the architect evaluates. He then issues
a works completion certificate when final completion is achieved. The preparation of the final account
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is the responsibility of the quantity surveyor. The final payment certificate follows final completion.
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4 The architect prepares a set of project record documents (previously known as ‘as built drawings’) that
consists of drawings and further documentation that incorporates changes made during construction.
The architect also prepares all the maintenance manuals, guarantees and warrantees that are required
for record and maintenance purposes.

Note that the architect’s services conclude upon final completion.

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