Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 11:47am On Aug 18, 2021*. Modified: 12:05pm On Aug 18, 2021 |
yungmin: Chairman, read to understand. I specifically mention "material take-off" and not "BOQ" and that is what I was referring to by saying that I can provide the deliverable without a QS. Also, most jobs I have done and even in my current place of employment, I simplify the work of the QS by giving them the material take-off which they then arrange in their professional way for pricing. And beside, Engineers do prepare bills as well. So....
You came in peace but your comment is riddled with insulting language. Even without Revit, I can prepare all the material take-off manually. So, I really do not know what your grouse is. Tbh, I read a different meaning to your “You don’t need a QS” message though. But on the flip side, I didn’t see your message until QSFemi made it pronounced. I agree you can promote your service without downplaying other profession. Edit: ________ Here’s my suggestion, kindly edit out the controversial part of your comment. I come in peace |
Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 11:27am On Aug 18, 2021 |
EgunMogaji2: This one that everybody is coming in peace, I love it  APC |
Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 10:23am On Aug 18, 2021 |
spyder880: My brother, better things are there in the market, but money is the issue.  The current situation has made me to be more minimalistic than ever. I’ve experiment well enough to determine what’s enough for me. May God give us the money to explore life. |
Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 10:06am On Aug 18, 2021 |
spyder880: Good morning my people, these pictures are meant to stimulate the interest of people at the finish stages of their buildings where they might be needing tiles or doors. I was in Onitsha yesterday and as usual, stumbled upon these tiles selections as I was searching for the best choices for my various clients.
I dont sell tiles or doors in anyway, you can consult our in house tiles and door dealers to get the prices of some of these items in your own locations.
If I don't come in peace, wetin I gain?  Great collections. I see Azuvi tiles - a very cool tiles design for the contemporary lovers. |
Politics › Re: FG Owes CBN ₦15.51 Trillion, Borrows ₦14.86 Trillion Under Buhari by n3xt(m): 9:23am On Aug 18, 2021 |
Asiri abo |
Properties › Re: Construction Journal: XL6 Trillion | Atrium House by n3xt(op): 7:21am On Aug 18, 2021 |
n3xt: Resolved.
How did you handle the SARS people working in LIRS? My client pay Tax in FCT and LASG is pushing another XX million for ordinary small duplex.
For those who recently file for building permit/planning permission in Lagos, how did you handle double taxation?
Cutting corner is not an option here.
Thanks. The lingering tax issue now resolved. It took less than 8 hours. Sometimes, all it takes is having the right connection. There are too many corrupt elements in Lagos Civil Service. |
Properties › Re: Casa Ava: The Finishing by n3xt(m): 7:12am On Aug 18, 2021 |
Greenarrow01: Daddy
What of cost of data. I have been thinking about this for all these cameras that you can view over the phone and co
How much data will this consume ineba daily or weekly basis Data cost is almost negligible. |
Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 6:03am On Aug 18, 2021 |
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Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 1:28am On Aug 18, 2021 |
sonnie10: If you neeed them, I will check my mail by the end of the day and see how many I have in there today. Each time I check my mailbox, I see at least 10 different copies of those. They all go in the trash. If keeping them would make me rich too, then I don’t have to trash anymore. I thought you’ve promised to send them to me free of charge and with a little tip for helping you to dispose them properly. Why the last paragraph? I’ve been busy typing my appreciation note before I saw the last paragraph. |
Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 1:25am On Aug 18, 2021 |
EgunMogaji2: I’m really impressed with what folks are doing here.
By the way I found a place at Iwo Road, McFoster. If you’re in the area it’s worth a look see. I’ll do that when I’m around. Working on something cool around that area too. Still at development stage. |
Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 1:10am On Aug 18, 2021 |
EgunMogaji2: I wish we had access to stuff like iKea in Nigeria.
I did a kitchen remodel in SoCal. Using iKeas free design services all I had to do was provide measurements of the room and show location of openings. They’ll recommend cabinets and features.
We still have quite a way to go here. But we’re getting there. I’ve done this for people here too. They project design consultant did the kitchen design. All I did was to send him the as-built plan of the kitchen. The guys too care of the worries. ________ We’re trying but the major issue is we hardly document ideas that work and solutions.
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Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 12:56am On Aug 18, 2021 |
sonnie10: On top store magazine. Lol! Those things are nuisance, you get tired of dumping them in the trash. They do not contain referenced articles. I agree. However, before the web, we’ve had to rely on these materials for inspiration and ideas on our projects. Those material are referenced to take care of the guessworks in the DIY market. It is the old school DIY hobbyists like me guidebook with an eternal battery life.  |
Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 12:41am On Aug 18, 2021 |
sonnie10: I have been on Nairaland for some time now and have never won a single argument. I know it’s nothing to be proud of, but what’s the gain in extending this one. It’s never going to be any different[ The gains? I think @michlins got the message already hence the message below: michlins: Good evening everyone. Hope your day is as good as mine.
I want to thank you all for helping me grow cause Nairaland has been a good avenue to grow and improve on my works. From the experience of many people here and their constructive criticism. I appreciate it all.
Eyinne I thank you for giving me the opportunity to work for you and trust me I didn't mean to do a job you wouldn't like knowing well you spent your hard earned money paying for it. The experience from this job is that moving forward, I will show in great details what I intend to do for any prospective client.
Thank y'all and stay safe The goal is never to win an argument or gather likes but to perpetuate the discussion until someone somewhere get the lessons and do what’s right. That’s my job! |
Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 12:26am On Aug 18, 2021 |
EgunMogaji2: My stash of reference articles that I’ve been consulting  You’re rich. |
Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 8:36pm On Aug 17, 2021 |
somehow: It seems some of you don't have wives/husbands at home o..
See long long type for how many days now?
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Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 8:23pm On Aug 17, 2021 |
sonnie10: Context is very important in any discussion You don't go to an online car dealership and after seeing the pictures of car, you request for how the engine was coupled I don’t have to request for this because the company will definitely provide me with an owner’s manual showing all the details. A few years back, I went to test drive all the latest range of BMW. The first thing the sales rep handed me was the owner’s manual. ________ I bought a pair of shoe from Gene Bendi. The thing the sales guys sold me was how it was handcrafted. He was showing me the lines. _________ I did some Swatch collection. The first thing the store guy handed me was a complete handbook of their collection that year detailing what goes where. On this particular issue, we were only trying to remedy a bad situation. It’s not like we are trying to paint the vendor black. I can tell you that the intention was pure and noble. ________ The vendor pushed too far and went into defensive mode when it’s actually unnecessary. I think you group need to apologize to our group and let’s make up over a bottle of non-alcoholic Henessey. 
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Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 7:02pm On Aug 17, 2021 |
Even though I don’t write cheques, I know when the vendor in question was having issues getting a welding machine to work in one of his Lagos project and I told the client I’d have sent in a welding machine if I heard about it early enough. |
Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 6:47pm On Aug 17, 2021*. Modified: 7:09pm On Aug 17, 2021 |
sonnie10: I had an elderly white man who is a Harvard graduate as my maths professor in my first year of college. He knows the stuff, far beyond what a student at our level would know. Occasionally, he would look at us and say, "guys, my most regret would be to pass away without impacting on as many people as possible the maths knowledge that I have."
And I agree with him. Of what use is knowledge if not used to create solutions? It is a shame that In a thread as big as this, not even one person could suggest a practical solution to that issue.
The energy that have been deplored so far in throwing blames around would have been used in finding cost effective solution to redesigning the back of the doors. Don't tell me there is none. Even if there is none, necessity they say, is the mother of invention. And I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, Whom shall I send, and who will go for us? ~ Isaiah 6:8 I set the ball rolling because I know you can’t be a judge in your own case. You can’t be a skipper and the umpire in a game without bias. That’s why our own side “I come in peace” left your own side “Abeg Leave Fake peace” to propose the solution to the problem. So it wasn’t like we don’t know what to do. We actually chose to douse the tension by subtly passing the information that it was an honest mistake and it could happen to anyone. Remember I also tried to wade in when you were going to take on the vendor because of this issue. I even went as far as saying “As for the finishing, I can’t really say much from a distance” because my comment directly or indirectly might affect how the client will take the matter. You didn’t even see where I wrote my only door has plain back  Once again my job is to make things work without dramas. ______ As close as I am to Eyinne on her project, I don’t influence any of her decision. As a matter of fact, I didn’t even discuss anything with her on the door matter. Most people here (clients) know that I’ll always defend the vendor. ______ EDIT: How’s your role different from someone who subtly ask that the vendor share all necessary information to avoid ambiguity? I thought you recommend that the vendor should always take all angle shots in future projects and there was no issue. I guess it’s because you’re a prospect  Your comment in pic 3 below.
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Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 5:55pm On Aug 17, 2021 |
micgray100: FIGHT HERE AND THERE... IT IS WELL FOR THIS FORUM..
AKE YOU ALL SHA REMEMBER YOUR ENGINEER WHO IS ALSO AN ACCREDITED AGENT IN CAC..
WE DON HELP REGISTER MANY CAMPANIES FOR PEOPLE HERE INCLUDING KOBOCITY... WE EXPECTING MORE You go pay for disclosing a proprietary information.  Well done chairman! |
Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 5:23pm On Aug 17, 2021*. Modified: 5:50pm On Aug 17, 2021 |
Valuepaints20: #You are very correct my boss.
You do not expect to get same things with someone that used white high quality Matt emulsion with a person that used low white standard emulsion in their exterior’s to have same results at the long race.
No Magic worked that way
And some clients are very economical when you try to advise them to get the best quality they will tell you that paint is paint that is your product that is too expensive or stop replying your DM.
May God help us and provide for our wonderful clients. I don’t know much about paints but I know good quality and I go for it. I use high-powered pressure washer to wash my wall and the paint don’t flake or wash away. So I agree with your submission that paint is not paint. Paint get level! |
Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 5:21pm On Aug 17, 2021 |
sonnie10: How I love the internet, it does not forget! This was my initial unbias contribution to the pre-ordered doors issue. Flesh and blood did not tell me what the outcome of the matter would be if not settled to the satisfaction of both parties. The only reason I chose to comment on yesterday’s issue was simply because I knew your position when the issue was raised. I knew you were all out yesterday to level up and nothing more. Let me make something clear here today to most artisans on this thread. I may not write most cheques here but I knew about most of the projects you guys are handling even before most of ya are contacted. At least the ones discussed with me by your respective clients. The door issue wasn’t an exception. I know everything including the plans for the tank tower bla blah. I know how the client has been trying to use less to achieve more on her project without making any mistake so we are always in constant communication as she make every move. ___________ Madam Eyinne, pls kindly move on. I’m just a dm away. Come give me gists jare  |
Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 4:49pm On Aug 17, 2021 |
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Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 4:47pm On Aug 17, 2021 |
uncleteeh: White is a great colour. Just that the action of weather on it changes it fast. Not every white though. I’ve seen white that stand test of time. |
Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 2:51pm On Aug 17, 2021 |
EgunMogaji2: I think I want to dance with white as primary color. I love white! It creates an interesting background for contrasting architectural details in your house. See below. ______ You have the space. Go for it! ______ White makes you to be more aware and intentional about your exterior space.
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Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 2:10pm On Aug 17, 2021 |
gbadexy: Yes sir. Satin and silk dry fast due to very low water content. As for the scent, the voc content would be reduced drastically bearing in mind the need to be in the building soon afterwards but the paint would have to be used within a week and won't stay long on storage. There are several sources of the volatile organic content in the paint which are all necessary, while some could be replaced, the preservatives in it that would preserve it for storage are all voc based. Saved. I’m still coming for the paint spraying machine o. |
Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 11:29am On Aug 17, 2021 |
folmus: Here we go!! Here WE go  I know my sheep and my sheep know me. I don’t teach them to go about opening threads up and down and flood it with pictures. I teach them to become masters in their trade, solve problems and position themself as an experts in their field of endeavor. #mentorship _________ As big as ihebrooke (MagicTouch) is, he send me a complete draft of a proposed design before I make a serious commitment. He knew I’m not a hungry fella and I’ll pay for whatever we agree upon. So what’s the big deal in tasting the suya before buying if it’s really sweet 
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Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 11:07am On Aug 17, 2021 |
walexProjects: For each block of flats,The most ideal design is to design a system for Cold water supply from the Roof top to allow for Gravity Flow even when there is no Electricity to Power the Pumps. You can contact me for the MEP Design..... It would have been nicer if you show detailed picture (a sketch won’t be a bad idea) of how this can be achieved and the advantages/disadvantages of the proposed design. |
Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 10:50am On Aug 17, 2021 |
ngBuild: I like money, Maybe not too much of it, but delivering project that might give me nothing in return? it depends on the project sha but am open to work earnestly Please feel free to share your portfolio with me via email nexthomebuilds@gmail.com For now, I’m interested in mixed-use commercial development. |
Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 10:03am On Aug 17, 2021 |
Horlardorjah: I thirded the coming in peace. @next, we go siddown wait egunmogaji for corner later. Sshh, I’m conducting an interview for one of our new recruit. |
Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 9:53am On Aug 17, 2021 |
ngBuild: you fit, criticism helps my work get better Shey you no too like money?  Won’t you say I’m using you to achieve my selfish interest if I ask you to use your fund, time and resources to deliver a project that might give you nothing in return?  |
Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 9:37am On Aug 17, 2021 |
Or surebet? |
Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 9:35am On Aug 17, 2021 |
ngBuild: if you no give me job how you wan make i chop, please let me be you plug for building design via brickdevo
cc n3xt, EgunMogaji2 Smiles. I’m more of a silent giver though. Na @egunmogaji2 be the real moneybag.  Just keep showing up and put in the work. You have everything you need to create the business of your dreams. __________ That’s a good one! Shey we fit critique your work abi na fixed odd  |