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Welldone.. Following keenly! From a professional point of view.. If building at a slow pace.. Which do u think should come first after roofing.. Conduit piping or windows?

Dennis3D:
Good morning Viewers.
We are commencing the Window works of this project this weekend. Stay tuned for more updates

Thank you sir. But that still hasn't answered the question I was hoping to get.. What's the approximate Workmanship cost to roof that size of building..? I am merely weeks off from Starting and I would appreciate a feedback. QSFemi hasn't gotten back to me yet tooo..

FEGEITOK:
Not a structural engineer, just mentioning what I observed. I merely happened to stumble upon that site a few hours earlier and felt that since it was relevant to the discussion at hand and I happened to have sometime to spare I decided to share.

I also noticed that the wood used was very different from what obtains in local wood markets, it was very clearly foreign wood.
I have seen some foreign building practices that are different from those in Nigeria.

I have also had discussions with those who work with foreign construction firms/foreign trained structural engineers, and these have come up.

Example of another is the way corner blocks are laid. Some builders lay two full corner piece blocks in the L format, others will use a saw to create perfect angles (45 degrees) for the corner blockwork from the two blocks.

Some will build blocks that can be thrown from a truck to the ground without breaking, others will build with blocks that cannot withstand such an impact.

Hope you found the answers you wanted.

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They look great no doubt.. I feel the only issue with them is the maintenance.. They look beautiful when new but once they aren't being maintained well.. And water starts damaging the edges of the wall.. They just look horrible!

I could be wrong.. But my opinion tho!

tonididdy:
I'd prefer the flat roofs any day, anytime henceforth.

The Carpenter said 2x4 for nogging..

So I thought that was the standard..

FEGEITOK:
Visited a Julius Berger construction site where I saw 4 by 4 and 2 by 4 being used as nogging.

I noticed the use of screw guns and screws which is very rare here.

the row just on top of the concrete structure was made up of 4 by 4s.

I think it depends on the size of the building and clients preference.. Mine was given as 15 feet. The person handling the project said any lower might not bring out the beauty of the roof!

chairmanawe:
Sir and gurus in the house. Please what is the standard height of a roof? I am a bit confused. My carpenter gave me a quotation for 18 feet roof. Is the length adequate, inadequate or overadequate? Thanks in anticipation for your response

I think one of them made mention of it being stronger and cause of the weight of pop..

But regardless just let me know what's needed(standard) and I would pass it on to whoever would do the roofing

QSFemi:
What's their reason for such decision?

Atlast someone said something.. God bless you Mr femi! They said they are using 2x3 or 2x4 for nogging...

QSFemi:
Good morning.

I'll vet and revert back asap.

However, ,there's no quote for 2 x 2 (noggin) in these quotations.

Many thanks chief

Dennis3D:
Taoreed - 08075711928

Pls if you don't mind can u share the contact of the carpenter.. I want him to do my roofing this month at atan Ota

Dennis3D:
Good morning Sir.

The Building is cantilevered at the upper floor.
About 13metersx19meters on average.

The Roofing wood work covers both for the POP Nuggings.

The Workmanship for the woodwork is about 190K and its 20fit height that is used for the highest king post at the center.

The Woods were treated before we commenced roofing too with Soligum, Kerosene and oil.

Great work u are doing Mr Dennis. Been an ardent follower. Pls what's the dimension of this build? The woods u listed are they for roofing and ceiling noggin? and what's the cost for Workmanship of the wood work pls?

Dennis3D:
Definitely sir.
We strive for the best by the day.

Good evening Esteemed professionals in the building.. Pls I am looking to roof my building by the end of this month with Gerrard stone coated tiles.
my building is a storey building 5 bed duplex measuring BXL 13x 17m approx.

1. What is the recommended kingpost height (I was told 15 feet and the quotations I would like you all to help me vet are calculated with 15 feet kingpost in mind.
2. Pls what do u guys think of the Workmanship charges.. I feel they are a little on the high side.. Pls would appreciate Profesional advice

600k for inside and outside??,

GoodFaith:
I am sending People from Lagos to Benin on Tuesday to plaster a Friend's house
duplex four bedroom up and four bedroom down, living room up and down
I priced it for 600K
Wahid 08035590162

Thank you.. I recently got a quote from tilcor and it was fair enough.. Would opt for that!

sonnie10:
Top grade roofing sheets are very expensive eg Tilcor, withtech, gireld. The less expensive ones that are equally good should be those with brand name directly from the company. But not all is as good.
Just buy from trusted names.

We did about 900 square meters recently from a reputable company based on previous work done.

I am well aware they aren't Nigerian buildings.. But similar discolourations occur in Nigerian buildings....

sonnie10:
Those pictures are not from Nigeria building. Those discoloration mostly are from the heating system

Good morning Esteemed members of this reputable forum.. I have a question.. Anyone who has been through Lekki - epe express would notice beautiful buildings with one very huge problem.. Discolored shingles.. It's just like a black patch that grows on the roofing.. From my research I got to know it is algae.

1. How can one avoid this?
2. Are there specific colours of shingles (roof tiles) that are more prone to these algae growth and discolouration
3. Does this have anything to do with ur inferior shingles?
4. How can this be avoided??

Attached to this post are pictures of what I am talking about.

I have gotten to the roofing stage on my build and I really wouldn't want to make any mistake!

Your build looks perfect the way it is.. It's called a cantilever and thats the beauty of the house.. I strongly believe if u didn't trust ur engineer enough u shouldn't have employed his services but since u already have.. U might as well stick to him.. Personally I wouldn't trade my cantilever for anything! I had to go the extra mile to ensure my build had it!..

Blessedpikin:
Professionals in the house I really need your advice. I’m worried about the circled area around the verandah of my build I told the engineer handling the project I’m not comfortable leaving the design like that hence he should introduce a pillar to support that angle cos of the weight. Please kindly advice

God bless you!

dapotemi:
0913 350 2244...Alfa
He did my roof in Nov around mowe...Did a fantastic job..Just tell him you got his number from the man he did his roof in mowe ofada..

God bless you

ArcToyin:
08075449658- Baba Beji. He stays in Otta too.

Ur own time go come.. That one is sure.. Make I do wood work finish!

money121:
Whatsapp 08085310359

Review and Recommedation
Also our previous job >> https://www.nairaland.com/3364135/roofing-sheets-cost-various-types/144

Good evening, I have gotten to the roofing stage of my project and I would be interested in a skilled Carpenter /roofer that can handle the roofing woodwork. Pls quote me under this post with ur whatsapp number let me hit you up! Site is at atan Ota..

If u also have someone who has done a wonderful job for you in previous times pls don't hesitate to drop their contact! Many thanks!

You don't understand chief.. Dont worry urself

BrickDevo:
yes, this one is different, it has cracks, that is critical, it is yet to carry live loads and it is cracking already.

. Shey someone said vibration is normal.. . Even bridges vibrate.. Smh..

zamirikpo:
Hello guys.....thank God I found this thread.

I have a duplex under construction, we are at the roofing stage now, but my worry is I noticed the decking in two room vibrate if u jump on it. I first noticed it when a helper dropped a bucket of sand on the floor of the deck while I was standing on it. The way I felt a pulse under my feet I didnt like it. Few days later I noticed cracks under the deck......

I called the engineers attention and he said it was poor concrete mixture and that the guyz that poured d decking didn't get to the right level.

His solution is to chisel off the middle of d decking in d room about 9inches and then introduce an external beam.

Meaning we will crack open the middle of the room abt 9inches wide, wall to wall and then introduce a beam under.

What do the experts here thing. I'm really worried bcs cracking a decking isnt soo good, would it not affect the whole building.

Could u kindly send me the video? 080-545-22334

Ammishaddai:
I don't have the links. It's only the video I have . Baba, that thing was disgusting to the core

Pls what's ur whatsapp number?

seyz91:
I get all the videos, message on whatsapp so i can send them toyou

Thank you!

uncleteeh:
It's better if done before plastering.
Plastering makes a wall thicker and tougher.
Perforating it after plastering can cause weakness, cracks and the likes.
Note: it's harder to break a plastered wall.

Do u recommend MEP Piping before plastering?

topsy23:
Few pictures of our Ibadan Project

You can also visit our thread

Cables
https://www.nairaland.com/2326721/nigerchin-kabelmetal-coleman-cables/23


MEP installation
https://www.nairaland.com/1233943/contact-us-electrical-mechanical-plumbing/33


Distribution boards
https://www.nairaland.com/2668061/abb-distibution-board-schneider-distribution/6

Spyder compliments of the season..

Is this the end of this thread?

True.. I am very much interested in hearing his reasons too..

somehow:
I know he's typing from his experience, I am just interested in his reasons.

Who knows what lies in the story to learn from?

I think for focus mind, it's more of a personal choice! From what he wrote he has had his fair share of duplexes but he doesn't seem to be interested in that anymore when he retires.. Not like there is anything wrong with it tho..

somehow:
If built when the children are still young, you'll enjoy it before they finally move out.

Not talking about a family with 2 children though.

The entrance door of this house is sooooo beautiful!

spyder880:
My house washing team are on duty here, cleaning the floors in progress..........

Is changing? It has changed sir! It has gotten the spyders touch! I wonder what I would say when I see the finishing! Odogwu.. Jisi ni ike!

spyder880:
The kitchen is changing........