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I fear who no fear you oh!

I dove my hat for you, man. You know how to piece it all together to get the point home.

...but you had your hands full. It was an herculean task to get hold of you and get you to consult.

That is one thing i think some of you experienced hands should consider more and be open to. I understand the reluctance to take on jobs mid-way but y'all should be open to call-out consultancy services as SMEs, especially for client's oversight functions irrespective of whether there is a builder on the job or not.

But yeah,it is what it is. Gracias!

kobocity:
I had it included on my no. 10th build of this design (pic 1) which we first built in 2012.

My client in 2012 actually wanted something similar but we couldn’t push it through as I had to get on another project after delivering 2 carcass structure for him.

Unfortunately I don’t take construction pictures like before to show the build process but I can share the plans and need-to-knows - not here - on kobocity.com

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Megacontrol have something similar in one of his build too. I remembered he contacted me when he wanted to build the structure but...


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Pic 1: NextHome’s Detached Duplex Prototype designed in 2012 by brabus (3D model by Ihebrooke)

Pic 2: Construction picture of one of the model built in 2015

Pic 3: Building the penthouse in 2019 model

Pic 4: Pic from megacontrol’s project.

Hello guys,

With the ever increasing price disparity between local and TMT iron rods, i have been wondering if paying premium for TMT rods makes any difference to concrete strength or structural integrity in general?

All things being equal, is it worth it?

What makes a concrete thick?

I am not one to fall for the psychological appeal. same way we all do Dangote cement by default but when push comes to shove we were all happy to take any brand in the market to get the job done.

If local rods will get the job done satisfactory, why pay 25-30% extra for TMT?

Again. all things being equal and standard work practices followed.

Yay or Nay?

Great engaging discussion on open voids you've got there.

Those points are spot on too and i share similar sentiments, just as expressed here a few days ago when someone posted a plan for review.

kobocity:
You’d love it more here.

kobocity.com


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megacontrol:
There are a few places you can try to introduce more widows.

Personally I will never do a void but that's me. A friend is trying to cover his void back after using for just a few years, i dont know why tho.

That's a very good design you have there.

Hello guys,

Does anyone have a site security man to recommend?

Maybe someone you have used before on your site during construction and now you no longer need him after completing your build?

The location is lekki and as usual he will live on the site for the period of the project (estimated 1yr).

Pls holla if you can help.

Thanks

Hey @checkitaut what do you think about this?

taskcompleteng:
Toks 30Tons Howo Truck forsale

Location. Ibeju-lekki

Price: 19m

Call 07061960316

Sometimes things are not as complicated as we make it seem.

From the pictures it appears your land is already fenced...If so, clear the debris and sand fill your land above the drainage and gutter height. If you have to, then block off the gutter drain off into your land for now. when it is time to build, you'll incorporate drainage plans into your design.

No big deal here.

Access14:
Thank you Sir for the honest advice

Pls how do I control the rain water and gutter water that flows to land whenever it rain and whenever the drainage overflow because I open a hole for the rain water to flow out but the gutter always return water through that hole to the land anytime it overflow

How do I go about it?

I agree with you 100%

topsy23:
50KVA is too much for a duplex.. It's good to do a load calculation before for going generator or transformer size

Was this answered?

What's the latest price in Lagos?

Nero2424:
Any update on the price of cement?

Happy New Year Everyone!

Thanks for putting in the effort to work this out.

This is quite reasonable and close to what is expected. Someone had recommended over 50KVA and it just didn't make any sense.

Good job!

topsy23:
27KVA generator will carry the total load with the following equipment

Ac 7nos
Water heater 5
Lighting point 52points(both external light and internal light)
Socket 32pount
Cooker 1pount
Pump 1

Total load on 3-phase is 52A

And the size of generator is 27KVA

What is the current going rate in the market? I've really lost touch with events after all the initial tracking of prices.

twinskenny:
You know anybody wey need Dangote cement for.Lagos, I get 3600 bags to sell.
Selling at the rate of #3350

Someone forwarded this to me in case

Hello,

Can you be more specific about the land location?
Where at the back of Monastry road? Is it down all the way after the Monastry itself or before White Dove/Fountain SpringVille side? or completely off that road?

Add pictures and/or aerial view map if you have.

Thanks

taskcompleteng:
2 plot of land at back of Shoprite monastery road lekki Ajah


Title.Global CofO

Asking 16m each


Also available same location.


5BR uncompleted buildings on a full plot

going for 30m

Title.Global CofO


For inspection and further enquiries
Call 07061960316

Hello,

Can you post your current prices for cement and iron rods (10mm,12mm and 16mm both local and TMT).

Price to include delivery to site @ Ikate.

Thanks.

dkizzy01:
For your Supply of Granite, Sharp Sand, Cement, Iron Rod, etc.

Payment Terms: payment on delivery

Kindly contact
Tadop Global Services LTD.

2, Uche Ext, Onasa Bus stop, Ibeju Lekki Lagos.
Tel: 09071377030, 07019901015

Great!
I trust your services.

oliverjiad:
bring it in is no wahala sir we are good to go

Jaid

Hello,

Will i still be able to bring in a 2004 model vehicle into naija next year without much hassles?

Do you foresee any issues with customs clearing due to the age of the vehicle?

Thanks man.

@kopell i've sent you a message on this. let's make it happen.

thanks

megacontrol:
I'm game 1000%.

This is what i've been looking for. Work is in lekki too.

Thanks

kopell:
l remove them soon with like 25 or so unused on floor now. Not in perfect shape sha ooo. We talk if you’re interested.

Bros, standown before i send my boyz over to you

n3xt:
Why na? You nor tell me.

This still makes sense too.
So imagine someone say you need something upwards of 50kva for a slightly smaller build.
No madam bedroom, pent house, open void.

Thanks

bixton:
A client had a 33KVA UK Perkins installed.
Building Spec:
GL.....Lounge(Void) and Dinning has 3 HP AC each, Guest room 1.5 HP, and Toilet Water heater tank that serves the kitchen, Study 1 HP.
First Floor.....Master Bedroom 1.5HP, Madam Bedroom 1.5HP, water heater, Children's room 1 HP, Mini Lounge 2 HP.
Pent House.....Lounge 1HP, Bedroom 1HP, Toilet Water heater serves the master bedroom.

We are still at preliminary stages, infact it's still at conception but a stakeholder had given a hint at the capacity and i considered it outrageous so i wanted to double check for a rough estimate.

There is definitely no swimming pool.
Every other power component is standard as would be expected in a decent lekki fully detached 5-bed duplex build.

Thanks

topsy23:
Can you furnish me with the
number of AC, - 4bed +1 (5 bedrooms)
number of water heater - all typical points for a duplex
number of cooker control, - ONE
Number of lighting point - all typical points for a duplex
Number socket - same as above
Is there swimming pool - NO

I need all these information to get the size of generator

I'm game 1000%.

This is what i've been looking for. Work is in lekki too.

Thanks

kopell:
l will have 50 to 60 used and unused marine board available for sale in few weeks from now if you’re interested in Lekki.

sorry, replied the wrong post.

EgunMogaji2:
I’m game let’s iron out the details

This is more like it.

Thanks

jabolo:
It takes a 27KVA 3 phase gen to run my 5 bedroom complex. -> 1.5hp AC in all rooms + 3hp AC (2hp + 1hp) for living room/dining, fully kitted kitchen, individual water heaters, flood security lights etc.

This seems quite small tho.

Thanks all the same.

twinskenny:
We did a 5 bedroom duplex with 10kva mikano

Load calculation is important though

Bros,

pls confirm if these prices are still valid.
i'm looking to purchase some formwork after the holidays.

Thanks

Johntemmy:
1by12 1000
2by3. 300
4 and 3 nails 8k each
I don't have plywood on ground.

Hello people,

Pls what is the capacity of the power generator that will be installed in a TYPICAL 5-bedroom duplex?

I know load calculation is normally required but I'm looking to hear from our seasoned M&E specialists, builders, home owners etc. that may have experience with such.

Let's just say the building has everything - A/Cs, water heaters and all whatnot in all the rooms. Roughly will do for now

Thanks

Hello chief,

Good to see the job completed and handed over.
Please what is the capacity of the generator that was installed for this house?

Thanks a lot.

Thanks a lot for taking out time to respond to my query.
That makes sense too.

temmy6996:
Let me answer your question to the best of my ability. The inverted T beam fulfils the same function as the rectangular beam but the cross-section is modified to an inverted T so that the flanges reduce the contact pressure on the ground.

#NoTimeToLookTime

I would have been disappointed...

n3xt:
Smiles.

It won’t take me 2 minutes to do a video but “I won’t do it.”

Hold on to what you chose to believe bro!

Examples?

n3xt:
It’s not a bad ideaif you can afford it. The cost of updating features in the not-too-distant future might cost you more.

There are a few places you can try to introduce more widows.

- Bedroom on the GF left: can relocate the wardrobe, move the WC/SH inward, then open a second smaller window to the bedroom. Mirror same on other side after swapping the right bedroom with the game room.

- Living room: if that wall shared with the kitchen is the entertainment wall, then may consider opening a window on the wall in front of building and behind the sofa (depending on your consciousness to security level and privacy)

- Master bedroom: can use two windows on the wall by the headrest of the bed.

All above are not as important as the other suggestion someone made to switch the positions of the game room and RHS bedroom.

Personally I will never do a void but that's me. A friend is trying to cover his void back after using for just a few years, i dont know why tho.

That's a very good design you have there.

kingzsoul:
Pls house kindly help to view the attached one bedroom duplex plan. Your response will be highly appreciated cos the project is starting January

General Giap and Sun Tzu in "The Art of War"

Classic strategy case study in renowned business schools worldwide.

n3xt:
You want to know how to WIN WAR without fighting? Know PEACE.



Evidence demonstrates that more wars end through negotiated peace agreements than through one side 'winning'.

If you want to know more, watch “Infinite Games” by Simon Sinek.

In infinite games, like business or politics or life itself, the players come and go, the rules are changeable and there is no defined end point.

Samsung vs Apple
Toyota vs Tesla
Stone-coated roof vs Cameroon Zinc

There is no such thing as “winning business” or “winning life,” for example, there is only ahead and behind. - Simon Sinek

So I laugh when I see people playing a finite game where there’s no such thing as winning.

Read more about American and the North Vietnamese war to know why America lost the war despite winning most of the battle.

You could have also used pipe ducts, but that's too late now.
so, consider one of the suggestions already provided and take note for next time.

boyestic:
House please what is the alternative to the toilet vent?is it necessarily ?and what is the modern way of doing it?thank you.