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Family › Re: Bride Price And Dowry Are Not The Same Thing And Can't Be Used Interchangeably by Amosaloud(m): 10:09am On Jan 02, 2025

Very correct and simplified even for those with little understanding. Have you considered going into the educational field? You will make a great lecturer!

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Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Amosaloud(m): 6:44pm On Sep 06, 2023

redgem:
Haven't seen it physically...just on a video and I liked it. Would love to know it's pros and cons
... Heard stamped concretes do not lsst, some damage within months

I think if done well, stamped concrete should last a reasonable length of time. Even interlocking when not done properly does not last more than a few months. As long as you get good experienced professionals, you should be fine. I just felt that the tiles were dangerous at the time as i had to walk on them very carefully so as not to slip and fall. And the hotel staff were having to clean the tiles too frequently for my liking. Not just sweeping but having to mop as well. Every time a car drove in or out, the tiles looked instantly dirty from the tires. In the end it all boils down to choice/preference.
Best wishes in your build whatever you decide.

Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Amosaloud(m): 4:02pm On Sep 05, 2023

redgem:
Good afternoon everyone.... I saw a video of floor tiles being used on external floor, it looks beautiful but won't it break when cars drive through it? What are your thoughts about it?

I have experienced it in a couple of hotels in Lagos. And my engineer also showed me a sample of work he had done recently. It looks beautiful in pictures but can be quite slippery especially when it is wet. I understand there are special ones that are not as slippery though but the ones i experienced were very slippery. They are also high maintenance as need to be cleaned daily. Dirt shows up quite significantly on tiles. I was also wary of how hot tiles would get from the sun and if this was safe. Anyway, I decided against it without further enquiries. I have gone for stamped concrete instead. It would be interesting to read the opinions of others on this platform.

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Agriculture › Re: Dwarf Plantian sucker and dwarf banana sucker is available. by Amosaloud(m): 11:56am On Jul 26, 2023

gabbyfarms:
For best variety of plantian sucker that will give you a heavy bunch and many fingers contact gadii farms and consult on call/whatsApp 08055768485, 08032237244 for order

Hello, are these dwarf plantain?
I am in the process of creating a small fruit orchard and require some dwarf pawpaw seedlings and dwarf plantain. About 4 each, please how much are they? And transportation to Lagos. Thanks

Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Amosaloud(m): 6:21pm On Jul 07, 2023

Abbeyb1ack:
Maybe you miss the post sir
You can see him running his mouth like he absolutely did nothing wrong

Thanks for providing more information regarding your dealings with this vendor. From your write up and his subsequent response, it is obvious he didn't complete a job he collected full payment for. I can empathize with you. Nothing as frustrating as paying someone in full and they now disappoint.
In my dealings with artisans/vendors I always withhold part payment until I am satisfied with the job they have done.
Out of interest, are the doors now fixed?

Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Amosaloud(m): 7:59am On Jul 06, 2023

Abbeyb1ack:
I don't need to come to ur workshop...before the 1st payment I willingly decide I don't need to know ur workshop before sending you money....
I already accept my loss dealing with you...My own is just to warn other pple with Good heart to be careful..chikena

This issue is still a bit vague. Your accusation of poor dealings is likely to affect this man's business. At the very least please explain what happened during your dealing with him to guide prospective clients on here. We have seen many posts here from people with legitimate grievances against some vendors/clients and most people now know who to avoid. However, vague accusations do not help anyone and damage can be irreversible. Just my position.

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Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Amosaloud(m): 1:59pm On May 04, 2023

yinkaoke:
Hello guys, please what other options can one employ to develop or upgrade a building without engaging a developer. The building is old with solid clay blocks and need not be demolished and rebuild but just to do upgrade to maintain the one story building. Note the owners has not money for the upgrade and does not want to do developer contract thing?
Thank you as you suggestion great

I am not sure about the scope of renovation you want to carry out but I can outline the steps I followed in my renovation project.
1. I sat down with an architect to conceptualise the ideas and changes I wanted and how I wanted to make use of the space. He then measured the old building and produced a few computer generated images with these ideas and some suggestions of his own. Once we were both in agreement, he produced final drawings for the builders to work with.
2. I got myself a builder/civil engineer (the choice is yours if you just want to use an experienced bricklayer but due to previous experience I opted for a certified builder.
3. I purchased all the materials (your builder will advise you) to meet the various milestones until completion of the project and paid for labour as required.
4. The biggest lesson from all these was making sure the artisans were well supervised. So many corrections had to be made due to deviation from the original plan and in some cases negligence/laziness or just wickedness (I think!). Always let the professionals guide you but also watch your budget. Some may make you do much more than originally planned.
5. The biggest surprise was totalling my expenses and finding out that renovation is not as cheap as they make you believe when you start!
Good luck.

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Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Amosaloud(m): 11:32am On Apr 07, 2023

hamtabfawaz:
₦500 per sqm

Thank you

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Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Amosaloud(m): 8:06am On Apr 05, 2023

It's a shame that the main protagonists have since made their peace. It is now bystanders who want to continue to drag what just constitutes a difference of opinion. It is not that deep abeg. Each artisan should follow what works best for them. Clients will also protect their own interests. It is like that all over the world moreso in areas where there is no uniform code of conduct.

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Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Amosaloud(m): 1:23pm On Apr 02, 2023

bolu1986:
And we here charging 1k per sqm.

Anyway do what’s comfortable for you but be sure they will do a good job!!!

Sometimes when you are tying to be too wise the In experience worker might decide to do a bad job for you.

My cent

I think the experienced artisan should rather decline the job than give a bad demonstration of their workmanship. Better to walk away. Everyone will eventually find their level.

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Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Amosaloud(m): 1:21pm On Apr 02, 2023

redgem:
Buying materials myself 400/sqm
Without materials 1200/sqm

Thank you very much. I was told between 700 and 1k per sq metre when I made enquiries in February this year. This information will allow me to bargain for some small reduction in price.

Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Amosaloud(m): 10:18am On Apr 02, 2023

redgem:
I was arguing with the pop guy cos of the measurements he gave me.... I told him why is it more than the total sqm of the building and he said cos they multiply the total sqm of the building with the height of the building... Please how true is this?

Good morning madam. Please how much are they charging you for external screeding per sq metre?
Professionals in the house, what is the usual rate per square metre (labour only) for external wall screeding? Thanks for your response

Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Amosaloud(m): 8:41pm On Feb 17, 2023

sonnie10:
Love it?

Go for it if it fits in with your vision and makes you happy.
Personally too busy for me and I am not even close to being a minimalist. But this is not a criticism.

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Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Amosaloud(m): 12:53pm On Feb 13, 2023

hamtabfawaz:
Just imagine, if we build houses that are earthquake proof, imagine how solid the structure would stand & how it can withstand harsh conditions. You know, It's not a bad idea to have an earthquake proof house in Nigeria.

I don't know what the cost implication will be for house builders for an issue with almost negligible risk in Nigeria. Maybe the high-rise expensive buildings may require it and can justify the extra expense.

Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Amosaloud(m): 10:24pm On Feb 12, 2023

KolaShangOne:
I think we were discussing this and how the contractors will be liable if they were mandated to make the building resistant to Earthquake.

Nigeria is not an earthquake prone country. I don't think our standard buildings are supposed to be earthquake proof. You can only be liable if it is the law that all buildings are earthquake proof. Large parts of Turkey are earthquake prone areas and it is mandatory that houses are built to particular specifications to withstand as much as possible (nothing is 100% full proof) these devastating forces.

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Politics › Re: ISWAP Distributes Old Naira Notes To Passengers On Borno Highway by Amosaloud(m): 11:51am On Feb 01, 2023

Dikegodspower:
Wao
That's commendable

It is not

Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Amosaloud(m): 6:24pm On Jan 31, 2023

kopell:
I believe he lived in Texas run his business in Nigeria. Shuttle Texas and Naija.

Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Amosaloud(m): 6:23pm On Jan 31, 2023

kopell:
I believe he lived in Texas run his business in Nigeria. Shuttle Texas and Naija.

Thank you very much sir for the info.
One of the biggest issues for people living outside Nigeria is sourcing materials when one is not on ground. And trusting complete strangers............

Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Amosaloud(m): 12:27pm On Jan 31, 2023

redgem:
Maybe it's an impersonator 🤷‍♀️

Always a risk with online transactions in Nigeria. I tire!

Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Amosaloud(m): 11:48am On Jan 31, 2023

ChiefSupplier55:
Here are the pictures

Thanks I have sent you a WhatsApp message

Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Amosaloud(m): 11:41am On Jan 31, 2023

twinskenny:
Farad is genuine though.. Met his people in one or two sites like that... I think he also prefer to install for you instead of you just buying the materials from him

Thanks for verifying. I finally contacted him via WhatsApp. He appears to be out of the country at the moment.

Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Amosaloud(m): 8:38pm On Jan 30, 2023

redgem:
Wanted to purchase some bricks but was told to deposit 200k first for purchase permit... I ran away

Lol! Was it from this same farad?

Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Amosaloud(m): 6:11pm On Jan 30, 2023

PrimeQuay:
Has anyone here purchased from these guys recently <2yrs ?

Their website looks reasonable but the lack of a physical address and phone number not working are red flags for me unless someone here has used them before.

Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Amosaloud(m): 6:07pm On Jan 30, 2023

ChiefSupplier55:
Contact me@ 07015190604 08082855462 callnme
Email me@ Danielssolomon550@gmail.com

DOORS
We have China door, Turkey door, German door.

TYPE:
Stainless door
Steel door
American panels door,
Wooden door,
aluminum door,
PVC door

SIZES AND COLOR:
All the usual color and size available and assorted

More assorted for more demand
Contact me@ 07015190604..08082855462 call me (WhatsApp enable)
Email me@ Danielssolomon550@gmail.com
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ON TILES

We have Spanish tiles, Italian tiles, China tiles and Nigerian tiles etc

TYPES OF TILES

Ceramic tiles, porcelain tiles, vetrified tiles, quarrytiles, Bricktiles, stones etc

CATEGORY

Wall and SIZE

COLOR AND SIZE IN TILES:

All available and assorted
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Looking for stone tiles similar to the attached picture please. About 100m2. Thanks

Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Amosaloud(m): 3:58pm On Jan 30, 2023

Amosaloud:
Good day.
Please has anyone here bought tiles from farad contractors? Their prices look attractive but I cannot seem to find a physical address and the number on their website is not working. I am looking for some natural stone tiles for my renovation project.
Many thanks

This is their web address:
https://www.faradng.com

Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Amosaloud(m): 3:56pm On Jan 30, 2023

Good day.
Please has anyone here bought tiles from farad contractors? Their prices look attractive but I cannot seem to find a physical address and the number on their website is not working. I am looking for some natural stone tiles for my renovation project.
Many thanks

Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Amosaloud(m): 10:06am On Jan 30, 2023

BrickDevo:
He never wanted to pay believe me, he never wanted to pay

I think it is time to give this issue a rest now that you have been paid. Different challenges need different solutions and I think with experience you will get better at handling such issues. As long as you deal fairly with all that you meet in your career, you will be fine. We all live and learn everyday.

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Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Amosaloud(m): 5:35pm On Jan 29, 2023

Oandy89:
I will still wish him well, no doubt he is not ready for the big things. I paid you 75% immediately you submitted a work, and told you I needed a review from a builder and all you could do was to start distributing my contact in less than 12 hrs. You are really AN UNSERIOUS person. Learn to be respectful to people regardless of who they are and irrespective of the situation. I wish I had time to sit you down for a serious advice.
The builder has not reviewed it, yes he is busy now, but for the wisdom of the majority on this platform, send me your details and you will have your balance immediately.
And to the few lacking in wisdom from their comments, character, rather than competence, is the ingredient for a lasting success.

I am not sure what the terms of your engagement were so I would give just broad advice here. If you informed the contractor prior to commencement of work that you would review his work after completion and agree a reasonable interval then the contractor owes you an apology and has dented his own image. However, if you started attaching conditions after completing your job then that's wrong and you are at fault. You should have had your reviewer on standby as you appeared to be in a hurry for this job to be completed. I think that's why the contractor is upset. You asked him to do the job quickly and then dithered after completion.
My maxim always is to treat goods and services as the same. When in doubt about the source always insist on immediate inspection before payment. So if you asked a tile seller to supply you tiles and agreed on payment on delivery then taking so long to pay after goods have been delivered is bound to cause unnecessary anxiety. You cannot ask the seller to wait an unspecified length of time while you start giving new conditions for payment.

I think for now best to pay him his money and if any alterations take it back to him to make final amendments. If he then charges extra for minor alterations then you should cry foul! And seek redress here.
Always do your due diligence before entering into any contract with any client or contractor here.
I can see a few motivational stories already but these cases are the exception rather than the rule. I have been bitten a few times that my default position is always to protect myself from fraud rather than working in good faith unless you are a long term client/contractor that I know all the way to your family quarters in your village!
The contractor that did a small garage/kitchen conversion structural drawing for planning application where I live insisted on full payment on day of completion after sending me the initial drawings to suggest any alterations I would like made. I had to pay in full before the final drawings were sent to me.
Also when doing my Lagos build land documentation I had to pay upfront for the final stamped architectural and structural drawings after the initial draft was sent to me for any amendments. I also paid in full before they were released to me.
We live and learn everyday. Good luck and God bless.

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Properties › Re: Whose Duty Is It? The Landlord Or The Tenants? by Amosaloud(m): 5:00pm On Jan 20, 2023

It is the duty of government to provide access to clean drinking water. They can do it themselves or through licensed private providers. This is the tragedy of the Nigerian state. We are having the wrong debate. I remember when taps used to run in houses up till the late 80's.
The reality is different now.
Landlords providing water is extra value above that of renting the property. So unless you are paying a service charge that explicitly states that it covers water provision then you are on your own. The same as if you were paying a service charge for central electricity generation or cleaning of communal areas.
Most landlords install these facilities with the understanding that tenants will be responsible for upkeep and replacement.
So please read your agreement carefully, if it is not explicitly stated that the landlord will provide free water and maintenance of pumping machine then it means it is your responsibility by default. If you are not happy before moving into the property then please go somewhere else. Don't pack in then start forming Jackie Chan on someone else's property and inconveniencing other tenants.
This is from a long term tenant but insha'Allah soon to be a home owner myself.

Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Amosaloud(m): 11:00pm On Jan 10, 2023

rotecch77:
Reach out to us on
08066619493 call/ whatzap for more details

Thanks boss, I was just looking for a ball park figure for constructing something similar based on your experience. I want to relocate my two water tanks currently situated on the roof of my 1 storey property (duplex) following the discussions I read here. I understand that the tanks may affect my build with time. A stitch in time saves nine. I bought the property already built so had no say in where the tanks are currently situated. Having an idea will help me plan in the coming months.

Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Amosaloud(m): 5:55pm On Jan 09, 2023

rotecch77:
1tank to serve 2 flats, each section(2flats) will pump water independently.
It’s only one bore hole that supplied the 5 tanks.

We did same here in year 2021, 8flats

Please how high was the tank stand/water stanchion and cost of doing similar? Many thanks in anticipation of your response.

Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Amosaloud(m): 10:41pm On Dec 18, 2022

Depends on location though. I would guess 40m at least.

KolaShangOne:
How much do you think this building is worth 20? 30? 40? 50million?

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