spyder880:


Did the carpenters say what made them suggest 20ft for the king post, and what was specified on the building plans?

Thanks for your response. We didn't lay much emphasis on the building plan because I wasn't sure of the roofing material/style of roofing to use for the building. His reasons for the suggestion of 20ft for the king post is because it will bring out d beauty of d building using stone coated roofing sheet. If you think 20 is cool then I will work with it just don't want anything over the top. I am not around so I do not know how 20ft king post look like physically. But have notice that in houses where the king post is very high the roof end up undermining the beauty of the building itself. I like it high but not unnecessarily high. What king post height would you recommend for a twin 3bedroom bungalow with concrete facial Thanks !

bright87:


Thanks for your response. We didn't lay much emphasis on the building plan because I wasn't sure of the roofing material/style of roofing to use for the building. His reasons for the suggestion of 20ft for the king post is because it will bring out d beauty of d building using stone coated roofing sheet. If you think 20 is cool then I will work with it just don't want anything over the top. I am not around so I do not know how 20ft king post look like physically. But have notice that in houses where the king post is very high the roof end up undermining the beauty of the building itself. I like it high but not unnecessarily high. What king post height would you recommend for a twin 3bedroom bungalow with concrete facial Thanks !

This is how high a 20 feet kingpost looks.

spyder880:


This is how high a 20 feet kingpost looks.

This is your PH job right? What's the height of King post or roof for the block of flats besides it?

bright87:


Thanks for your response. We didn't lay much emphasis on the building plan because I wasn't sure of the roofing material/style of roofing to use for the building. His reasons for the suggestion of 20ft for the king post is because it will bring out d beauty of d building using stone coated roofing sheet. If you think 20 is cool then I will work with it just don't want anything over the top. I am not around so I do not know how 20ft king post look like physically. But have notice that in houses where the king post is very high the roof end up undermining the beauty of the building itself. I like it high but not unnecessarily high. What king post height would you recommend for a twin 3bedroom bungalow with concrete facial Thanks !

Generally anything over 9ft is for show. 20ft on a bungalow is a waste. My suggestion would be about 11ft.

PeoplesArmy:


This is your PH job right? What's the height of King post or roof for the block of flats besides it?

That block of flats stands at 15 feet.

gabbytabby:


Generally anything over 9ft is for show. 20ft on a bungalow is a waste. My suggestion would be about 11ft.

My sister.... its all about that "my Mercedes is bigger than yours" attitude of Nigerians.

spyder880:


That block of flats stands at 15 feet.

Thanks Prof.

spyder880:


My sister.... its all about that "my Mercedes is bigger than yours" attitude of Nigerians.

Na so. This way he gets to do some show without going ott.

bright87:


Thanks for your response. We didn't lay much emphasis on the building plan because I wasn't sure of the roofing material/style of roofing to use for the building. His reasons for the suggestion of 20ft for the king post is because it will bring out d beauty of d building using stone coated roofing sheet. If you think 20 is cool then I will work with it just don't want anything over the top. I am not around so I do not know how 20ft king post look like physically. But have notice that in houses where the king post is very high the roof end up undermining the beauty of the building itself. I like it high but not unnecessarily high. What king post height would you recommend for a twin 3bedroom bungalow with concrete facial Thanks !

11-12 feet is fine for a bungalow.

segzy14:

11-12 feet is fine for a bungalow.

What about Duplex, guys? How many feet is appropriate.... and not for show either.
I don't like high roof anyway... Thanks.

Hajji M.

mufutau55:


What about Duplex, guys? How many feet is appropriate.... and not for show either.
I don't like high roof anyway... Thanks.

Hajji M.

There is nothing wrong with a 12 ft high king post for a duplex.

spyder880:

There is nothing wrong with a 12 ft high king post for a duplex.

Thank you Oga mi. That is exactly what I want to know... 12 feet is good enough for me.

Hajji M.

mufutau55:


What about Duplex, guys? How many feet is appropriate.... and not for show either.
I don't like high roof anyway... Thanks.

Hajji M.

I do as high as 16 feet for a duplex.

segzy14:

I do as high as 16 feet for a duplex.

OK sir. But I never really like high roofs.. I may stay at 12ft and Max 15ft. Thank you Boss.

Hajji M.

mufutau55:


OK sir. But I never really like high roofs.. I may stay at 12ft and Max 15ft. Thank you Boss.

Hajji M.

Some carpenters will argue that if the roof is not high (thus steep), the stone coated style of roofing will leak. They also argue that if there are curves in the pattern of the house, it will be difficult to get the beauty once the roof is not high. In my opinion, those arguments are total crap.
But I am open to correction please.

This is impressive. How much will the carcass of 4 flats(2 bedrooms) cost in the same location ? from Foundation to Roofing level.

Pls guys help me out, how many blocks can I get from a trip of sand giving 30 blocks to 1 bag of cement. Urgent plssss all

nelsonB:
Pls guys help me out, how many blocks can I get from a trip of sand giving 30 blocks to 1 bag of cement. Urgent plssss all

30 blocks.

Oga Spider880
I just bought a plot of land at GRA Asaba, Delta State.
I am thinking of building a seven (five 2 bedrooms and two one bedroom) block of flats in the land.
It will be a one story building ofcourse.
Can you please give me a rough estimate (labor and materials) for the construction excluding roofing.
Hope to hear from you soon.
Thanks

Edus92:
Oga Spider880
I just bought a plot of land at GRA Asaba, Delta State.
I am thinking of building a seven (five 2 bedrooms and two one bedroom) block of flats in the land.
It will be a one story building ofcourse.
Can you please give me a rough estimate (labor and materials) for the construction excluding roofing.
Hope to hear from you soon.
Thanks

It will help me understand the nature and size of your planned building if you can draw a building plan. Thank you.

Just give me a range.
You don't have to be exact.
Actually it is Six -Two bedroom flats.
No one bedroom.
Each bedroom should have its own toilet and shower.
Three 2 bedrooms each floor for a total of 6 flats.
Thanks in anticipation

Edus92:
Just give me a range.
You don't have to be exact.
Actually it is Six -Two bedroom flats.
No one bedroom.
Each bedroom should have its own toilet and shower.
Three 2 bedrooms each floor for a total of 6 flats.
Thanks in anticipation

N14m

spyder880:


N14m

Spider.
Are you an Architect and can you do the complete drawing of whst I am trying to build for city approval
Starting with preliminary to final and complete drawing for approval before construction.
The size of plot is 50 by 120ft and I will get u the survey plan after we agree on prize

Edus92:
Spider.
Are you an Architect and can you do the complete drawing of whst I am trying to build for city approval
Starting with preliminary to final and complete drawing for approval before construction.
The size of plot is 50 by 120ft and I will get u the survey plan after we agree on prize

No, am not an architect but I have workers in my team that can give you a good drawing when you explain the details to them. Or have my friend Kkonsults draw up a superb plan for you, he is here on nairaland.

spyder880:


No, am not an architect but I have workers in my team that can give you a good drawing when you explain the details to them. Or have my friend Kkonsults draw up a superb plan for you, he is here on nairaland.

Where is kkonsult or Architectural component of your team based. I will like to talk to them please

Edus92:

Where is kkonsult or Architectural component of your team based. I will like to talk to them please

Kkonsults is here on nairaland, his threads are here in the properties section, or call his line 08092704783.

Thanks

spyder880:

Kkonsults is here on nairaland, his threads are here in the properties section, or call his line 08092704783.

Thanks

Edus92:


Thanks

what is average rent for a 2BR flat ( new build) in areas like Emene, Awkwunanaw , Elim estate areas of Enugu today. I am looking at this idea as next venture, as the ROI may be better that 3BR flat for rental purpose. Looking at the new demographic of the young and mobile Gen X . Opinions??

spyder880:


N14m

what is average rent for a 2BR flat ( new build) in areas like Emene, Awkwunanaw , Elim estate areas of Enugu today. I am looking at this idea as next venture, as the ROI may be better that 3BR flat for rental purpose. Looking at the new demographic of the young and mobile Gen X . Opinions??

Waterway:


what is average rent for a 2BR flat ( new build) in areas like Emene, Awkwunanaw , Elim estate areas of Enugu today. I am looking at this idea as next venture, as the ROI may be better that 3BR flat for rental purpose. Looking at the new demographic of the young and mobile Gen X . Opinions??

The income per year is N250,000 - N300,000 (depending on your finish quality) and yes, a lot of people are opting for 2 bedroom flats construction these days, you better target a young family and when the house is too tight for the man, he should pack He better use his hand to give himself quit notice

I dont want no large family to live in my 3 bedroom big house forever while I beg for my rent and he will be reminding me that he has lived here since the days of Adam