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dejavus:
Whats the general consensus on using Laminate wood flooring in Nigeria? I am curious as to any pros and cons from you experts.

Not an expert, but I don't see why not.

The concrete floor needs to be perfectly level and a vapor barrier needs to be put down before the laminate. There are some that are made for wet areas and I think those will be best because of the climate.

Personally, I wouldn't use laminate flooring because it is not as durable as tile.

AyeMaDaFunMi:
I know construction is in stages. What I want to know is what can I do to build a house to completion, but doing a project every 6-12 months?

Can exposed/untreated concrete and steel retain their strength for 12 months?

I'm thinking maybe..

Phase 1: DPC
... wait 6-12 months or until funds are ready
Phase 2: German floor and plumbing
... wait
Phase 3: 1st floor walls to lintel
... wait
Phase 4: Decking and plumbing
... wait
Phase 5: 2nd floor walls to lintel
... wait
Phase 6: Decking/roofing and plumbing
Phase 7: Windows and door
... wait
Phase 8: Electrical
... wait
Phase 9: Plastering
... wait
Phase 10: Tiling
... wait
Phase 11: Painting

Any knowledgeable engineer available to offer their thoughts on this breakdown?

goldcorn:
The integrity won't be comprised because construction is in stages, setting out to foundation , blocking setting to upper floor, it is in stages , you can WhatsApp me on 09069193297 for construction

I know construction is in stages. What I want to know is what can I do to build a house to completion, but doing a project every 6-12 months?

Can exposed/untreated concrete and steel retain their strength for 12 months?

I'm thinking maybe..

Phase 1: DPC
... wait 6-12 months or until funds are ready
Phase 2: German floor and plumbing
... wait
Phase 3: 1st floor walls to lintel
... wait
Phase 4: Decking and plumbing
... wait
Phase 5: 2nd floor walls to lintel
... wait
Phase 6: Decking/roofing and plumbing
Phase 7: Windows and door
... wait
Phase 8: Electrical
... wait
Phase 9: Plastering
... wait
Phase 10: Tiling
... wait
Phase 11: Painting

Hello good people.

If you plan to build a duplex in stages because the funds for the entire project is not yet available, how will you identify the various phases to ensure the integrity of the structure is not comprised?

Maybe a phase can be completed every 6 months - 1 year.

Thanks in advance.

princejones:
The parapet look so real the you can only detect that an aluminium was use only when you get to the project site to take a closer look on it

Aluminum roofing sheet?

rotecch77:
38k with all the materials and workmanship (cement, sand, iron, plank, labour etc ) if so that is a good deal, but make sure they use good materials/ good workmanship

I read it wrong. That is not the total. Below is the breakdown.

Iron materials = 37K
Carpenter = 20K
Cement = 22,500
Bricklayer = 15K

Total = 94,500

Does "Iron Bender" include material and workmanship?
Iron bender (iron, binding wire etc) 25-30k

rotecch77:
Your area will determine the cost but this cost I’m about to give will guide you in your negotiation with the Installar.

Capentry work (Plank, nail, workmanship)=12-15k
Iron bender (iron, binding wire etc) 25-30k
Bricklayer (casting, cement, sand, granite, hanging of the gate) 35-40k

*This is for one standard entrance gate.

Interesting. I was given a quote of 38K total in Ibadan.

rotecch77:
Entrance gate fabrication going on.
*Double panel gate

Please, can you let me know what a rough estimate for material and workmanship is to install a double gate? I've already purchased the gate so I'm expecting an estimate in the next day or so to have it installed. They need to build the pillars and everything else involved in installing the gate.

I just want to make sure the pricing I receive is around what someone should be expecting to pay.

Thank you in advance.

What is the normal charge for materials and labor to install a gate? I only have a gate. I need everything else.

gordonbarrett:
Gate

Bros. How much did you pay/charge for labor and materials to install the gate.

I have a gate and need it installed so I want to compare it with the estimate I will receive.

I don’t have pillars to mount the gate on.

segzy14:


But they didn’t burn it.

No. I was told they are waiting for it to dry.

They call this clearing the bush. I feel ripped off.

segzy14:
1. Site clearing: This has to do with a site that doesn’t have trees, shrubs,stumps etc.
A site that just have bushes grown on it.

2Labourers will be needed for this task@N2,500 =N5,000

The Cost of clearing the plot is N5,000

Has pricing for this gone up? I was just quoted 10K total to cut down bush on 2 plots in Ibadan. All they will do is chop it and then burn it.

is it less expensive to go with a tiled roof or use concrete slab?

I like the look of flat roofs, but I think it’s less expensive to use a tiled roof.

Is it possible to use a tiled roof on a slighted sloped void? I think this will give the look of a flat roof but will use tiled. Easier to maintain and longer lasting.

saydfact:
Thanks for the compliments... well appreciated.

no1. The piping system depends on how much client is willing to spend, and design.
whether the conduit system (pipes b4 concrete etc) or surface system, the cost difference on small buildings isn't much - it is however more expensive to lay conduit than surface on very big buildings.

to answer your question; its not cheaper to lay conduit pipes (surface is cheaper to run and maintain too)

no2. The problem of having the rebar go through the blocks is that the columns would like be too small to support the building, What carries the structure are NOT the rebars only but a combination of rebars and concrete cover...... so, please stick with the conventional method

Goodluck

Thank you for your reply!

darenyx:
After clearing and pilling them up, I pay the waste disposal management to take them out ... it quite easy and affordable

Thank you for your prompt reply.

darenyx:
After allowing to cure , both tanks where sunk

Like magic. Are you able to share how the tank was sunk?

darenyx:
Taking levels... We had to ensure our foundation was the highest around

Why do you need to ensure it's the highest around?

darenyx:
Clearing of plot.. I'm always I'm all cases anti bush burning

So how do you remove all the cut bush from the land?

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This picture closesly shows what I attempted to describe above. In stead of 1 bar going up through the blocks, it will be starter bars.

Rubbiish:
@bold it is cheaper than wood if u want to achieve a big size kind of look column, because of d volume of concrete that will be required.

You answered my question as stated, but unfortunately I didn't explain properly and used the wrong terminology. That is my fault.

Not columns. I meant the posts that are in corners of adjoining walls or long spans of walls like shown in the Shoprite example shared by @saydfact.

Shoprite example - https://www.nairaland.com/4133188/construction-6self-contain-hostel-frm-start/5#61717032

Reading through your post has been very educational @saydfact. Thank you.

I have 2 questions I hope you will entertain.

1. Is there any cost savings in laying plumbing pipes prior to pouring concrete? Would require precise measurements to ensure pipes for toilets, showers, etc. are in the correct locations.

2. I've been thinking about another approach for columns. It will be difficult to describe so hopefully you'll catch what I'm describing.

Instead of forming the column by placing blocks on 2 sides and then securing planks on the remaining 2 sides, would there be cost savings in placing the blocks in a pattern so that the re-bar goes through the blocks and then pour concrete into the opening?

What are the "proper documentations"?

Dream369:
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Sebastine1994:
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I can't help if you don't provide me with more info.

You can start with answering these questions.

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What do you want your site to accomplish?

What features do you want your website to have?

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Check out www dot aqua360 dot consulting. The young CEO of this residential and commercial water filtration consulting business is extremely happy with his mobile friendly website and I'm confident that I can make you just as happy.

Give me the opportunity to build your website and you don't have to pay until it's complete.

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