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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by micgray100(m): 4:58pm On Mar 19, 2021
n3xt:


Sigh!

The drawing in Pic 1 shared in my post meant nothing to you right? Or interpretation of drawings is also your issue grin grin?

It’s well! I really can’t help you anymore on this. You’re indeed a very good listener. Comprehension is just a major problem even when there are pictures and diagram to aid you, you still miss it.

I’m sure it’s the floor-ceiling part that confused you.

Below is the picture of floor-to-ceiling glass installation for learning purpose.

You win! Congratulation to you sir.

@next.. Stop all these now.. you said I should show you where you mention.... I show you.. you want to twist again to picture .. why not stop all these... I Taya for you ... LOri IRo

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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by somehow: 6:04pm On Mar 19, 2021
igbonla:


It is worth it, and you should go for it if uninterrupted power supply matters to you and you can afford it.

I have been 100% off-grid for almost 2 years now, never going back!

Please, how much did you pay to get yours 100% active?
Mind telling us what it carries?

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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by somehow: 6:05pm On Mar 19, 2021
topsy23:


It a one off project but the battery aspect is not one off

At least, batteries can't be monthly na.
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by rotecch77(m): 6:08pm On Mar 19, 2021
Let’s build this update/ cost.

A contemporary eatery design with pent.
A story building consists of 6 flats.

What to expect
- day to day activities pics update
- cost per each stage
- questions and answer about the project

Duration 180day ( for the eatery)

Arbo contractor Ltd ( rotech77)

Watch out for new thread for the project

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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by twinskenny(m): 6:19pm On Mar 19, 2021
GoodFaith:

I sent you email for two building
Tell me total wire and other stuff need
I will put 5k in your account

Oh Baba thanks � never knew you are the one
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 6:31pm On Mar 19, 2021
rotecch77:
Let’s build this update/ cost.

A contemporary eatery design with pent.
A story building consists of 6 flats.

What to expect
- day to day activities pics update
- cost per each stage
- questions and answer about the project

Duration 180day ( for the eatery)

Arbo contractor Ltd ( rotech77)

Watch out for new thread for the project

Nice one @rotecch77

More wins to you!
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by topsy23: 6:31pm On Mar 19, 2021
somehow:


At least, batteries can't be monthly na.

Yes boss atleast 3yrs
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by topsy23: 6:33pm On Mar 19, 2021
rotecch77:
Let’s build this update/ cost.

A contemporary eatery design with pent.
A story building consists of 6 flats.

What to expect
- day to day activities pics update
- cost per each stage
- questions and answer about the project

Duration 180day ( for the eatery)

Arbo contractor Ltd ( rotech77)

Watch out for new thread for the project

Nice one
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 6:36pm On Mar 19, 2021
somehow:


At least, batteries can't be monthly na.

+ this has to be integrated into your building design.

I don’t like having batteries inside the house for health concerns and possible fire hazard if not well ventilated.

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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 7:21pm On Mar 19, 2021
Kobocity’s First Build | Taste Meets Budget

https://www.kobocity.com/d/80-first-time-owner-builder/170

Nnamdi by NextHome gave a foretaste of roof built on budget

#aluminumcladding #noparapet

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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by gbadexy(m): 7:22pm On Mar 19, 2021
n3xt:


+ this has to be integrated into your building design.

I don’t like having batteries inside the house for health concerns and possible fire hazard if not well ventilated.
Solar is really worth it but you have to prepare for the raining season when the sunlight is not bright enough.
I've gone off-grid also due to the crazy bills phcn give me. The initial cost could be high but it would pay for itself on the long.
Like you rightly stated the batteries emit gases. Even the sealed maintenance free ones but the wet cell gives off more harmful gas and needs adequate ventilation. It's the one I use because it can last 5 years when well maintained and prevented from draining totally before recharging it. You just need to monitor the water indicator level and top it. Perhaps every 3 to 6 months. Although mine is going 3 months and the level is pretty much as it was when they fixed it.
I changed my freezer to a new model that uses 90 watts and use led bulbs and standing fan even though I could easily use it with ceiling fan.
During high sun period from around 10 am, I use ceiling fan, washing machine and it doesn't affect the battery because while the battery is still charging fast at high sun period, excess charge power those appliances directly simultaneously.
I reckon if I have to replace the batteries in 3 years, it would still amount to paying N10000 monthly with 24 hrs of power. It's still worth it.

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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Gshun: 7:33pm On Mar 19, 2021
Forgive my ignorance bro, not sure of the dimensioning.
My curiosity is on the amount charged for workmanship to fence a house on half plot of land, even when its just fencing on 3 sides.
Timberwolves:


You need to give clearer picture of the work to be done, what's the size of the area to be plastered? and also length of the fence
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by rotecch77(m): 7:58pm On Mar 19, 2021
n3xt:


Nice one @rotecch77

More wins to you!

Amen
Thanks chief
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by somehow: 7:59pm On Mar 19, 2021
topsy23:


Yes boss atleast 3yrs

Ok
Are you into solar sir?
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by rotecch77(m): 7:59pm On Mar 19, 2021
topsy23:


Nice one

Engr Topsy
Thanks so much
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by hamtabfawaz(m): 8:07pm On Mar 19, 2021
Dijita:
Good morning all. This is a shout out to Adedward aluminum. He did a very good job despite the challenges he faced while doing my project. He lost his mother. May her gentle soul rest in peace. I know she is gentle because she raise a gentle and hard working man. He did not use my money to bury his mother and then start giving excuses as some would have done. He did not do a shoddy job and old wife tale as some would have done.
My mum visited the site and she prayed and prayed for the classy job that was done. My friend visited the site and was impressed. His performance on the windows now encourage me to engage him for the bathroom doors. I can attest to the quality of job he did for me and recommends him to those in need of his professional service.
I have given positive feedback to Imran roofing and Adedward Aluminum. If I give you work and you did not perform I will come here and shout.
Thanks all



We offer interior services: A Trial will convince you
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by topsy23: 8:38pm On Mar 19, 2021
somehow:


Ok
Are you into solar sir?

No sir, am into electrical, plumbing and AC installation, But I have so many people that install
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by twinskenny(m): 8:48pm On Mar 19, 2021
rotecch77:
Let’s build this update/ cost.

A contemporary eatery design with pent.
A story building consists of 6 flats.

What to expect
- day to day activities pics update
- cost per each stage
- questions and answer about the project

Duration 180day ( for the eatery)

Arbo contractor Ltd ( rotech77)

Watch out for new thread for the project

nice one my oga...


smart home will fit this building o grin
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 8:59pm On Mar 19, 2021
gbadexy:

Solar is really worth it but you have to prepare for the raining season when the sunlight is not bright enough.
I've gone off-grid also due to the crazy bills phcn give me. The initial cost could be high but it would pay for itself on the long.
Like you rightly stated the batteries emit gases. Even the sealed maintenance free ones but the wet cell gives off more harmful gas and needs adequate ventilation. It's the one I use because it can last 5 years when well maintained and prevented from draining totally before recharging it. You just need to monitor the water indicator level and top it. Perhaps every 3 to 6 months. Although mine is going 3 months and the level is pretty much as it was when they fixed it.
I changed my freezer to a new model that uses 90 watts and use led bulbs and standing fan even though I could easily use it with ceiling fan.
During high sun period from around 10 am, I use ceiling fan, washing machine and it doesn't affect the battery because while the battery is still charging fast at high sun period, excess charge power those appliances directly simultaneously.
I reckon if I have to replace the batteries in 3 years, it would still amount to paying N10000 monthly with 24 hrs of power. It's still worth it.

Going off grid is the way to go. There are few cool stuffs out there that’ll make you enjoy your system.

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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by somehow: 9:02pm On Mar 19, 2021
topsy23:


No sir, am into electrical, plumbing and AC installation, But I have so many people that install

When we get to the bridge by his grace.
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by rotecch77(m): 9:27pm On Mar 19, 2021
twinskenny:


nice one my oga...


smart home will fit this building o grin

Chief sir kenny
You are right, I will see to it sir
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by topsy23: 9:28pm On Mar 19, 2021
somehow:


When we get to the bridge by his grace.

No problem boss
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by BuildingProject: 9:57pm On Mar 19, 2021
@next. My Bàbà láti Don come again oh.

So we're almost through with the block setting and by Monday we should start the parapet. (pre-cast) Here is the quotation he dropped again for just labor.

Please kindly help me to peruse the quotation and if it's worth the amount. It's a standard 3 bedroom flat.

Thanks at all

Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by kopell: 10:18pm On Mar 19, 2021
gbadexy:

Solar is really worth it but you have to prepare for the raining season when the sunlight is not bright enough.
I've gone off-grid also due to the crazy bills phcn give me. The initial cost could be high but it would pay for itself on the long.
Like you rightly stated the batteries emit gases. Even the sealed maintenance free ones but the wet cell gives off more harmful gas and needs adequate ventilation. It's the one I use because it can last 5 years when well maintained and prevented from draining totally before recharging it. You just need to monitor the water indicator level and top it. Perhaps every 3 to 6 months. Although mine is going 3 months and the level is pretty much as it was when they fixed it.
I changed my freezer to a new model that uses 90 watts and use led bulbs and standing fan even though I could easily use it with ceiling fan.
During high sun period from around 10 am, I use ceiling fan, washing machine and it doesn't affect the battery because while the battery is still charging fast at high sun period, excess charge power those appliances directly simultaneously.
I reckon if I have to replace the batteries in 3 years, it would still amount to paying N10000 monthly with 24 hrs of power. It's still worth it.
Why are you using harmful toxic batteries while you could use dry cell? which has no need to top anything.
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 10:20pm On Mar 19, 2021
BuildingProject:
@next. My Bàbà láti Don come again oh.

So we're almost through with the block setting and by Monday we should start the parapet. (pre-cast) Here is the quotation he dropped again for just labor.

Please kindly help me to peruse the quotation and if it's worth the amount. It's a standard 3 bedroom flat.

Thanks at all

You're reporting him to chairman of the Baba Latis grin grin

I hope tomorrow is not too late to reply you on this. Let me ask Clement some questions as he knew the site and the magnitude of the project. You may want to ask him once again if he made a mistake in the numbers though.
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by BuildingProject: 10:40pm On Mar 19, 2021
n3xt:


You're reporting him to chairman of the Baba Latis grin grin

I hope tomorrow is not too late to reply you on this. Let me ask Clement some questions as he knew the site and the magnitude of the project. You may want to ask him once again if he made a mistake in the numbers though.


Take your time. He didn't make any mistake. He is even trying to cajole me that we need to do the parapet on time cause something something go begin bend. I don't understand the jargons

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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Mup4life: 10:49pm On Mar 19, 2021
Pls house give me an idea of how the windows design are charged. Is it per window if so how much?
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by kopell: 11:00pm On Mar 19, 2021
Mup4life:
Pls house give me an idea of how the windows design are charged. Is it per window if so how much?
You mean window hood if yes, the charge per window size and how complicated the design is
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Mup4life: 11:44pm On Mar 19, 2021
kopell:
You mean window hood if yes, the charge per window size and how complicated the design is
ok thnk you can i get an idea of the average price?
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by igbonla(m): 2:11am On Mar 20, 2021
somehow:


Please, how much did you pay to get yours 100% active?
Mind telling us what it carries?

Giving the cost won't add any value due to devaluation/inflation and the fact that I designed the system for my need. I am not into solar energy business, just an enthusiast. Below are the main ingredients used for the system.
- Victron Energy Inverter
- BYD B-BOX 13.8KWH 48V Lithium Ion battery.
- 300W LG solar panels
- Victron Energy charge controller
There is a generator, only as backup for the "rainy days".

The system handles everything in the house, including inverter ACs, but energy management is critical with solar system. I use only 6W LED bulbs, freezer programmed to go off at night, etc. Occasional use of water heater and zero use of electric iron. Use of water pump and washing machine during the day only (about twice a week max).

The most important item you need to focus on is the design of a system that will serve your NEED. Please do not spend a kobo without having in your hands a good design that you understand; to get into the design phase, you must conduct an energy audit. Do not buy those systems being sold with claims on capacity and the load they can carry. A bad experience may scar you and chase you away from solar energy.
Energy audit will show you what you currently consume, and enable you trim down your requirements. Solar energy can be expensive if you don't control your use!
With an energy audit, you have the foundation laid out and will know what capacity you want to design for. And you can play around the components based on affordability and other factors, there are many inverters, panels, and batteries out there. Don't do cheap, you will get whatever you pay for.
I never liked lead acid batteries, whether sealed or wet; while wet is better, it's maintenance can be an issue and may not last 3 to 5 years depending on the source. You should not discharge lead acid batteries below 50% so they don't start failing.
Li-ion batteries are expensive but basically worry-free and will allow you discharge down to 10% of battery capacity (90% DoD). They also last longest!

Just wanted to share a high level summary of the basics, there's a well crafted and concise submission on setting out with solar system at Kobocity. You should go read it.

Whatever you do, don't commit funds into it until you understand what you want to achieve. It is an investment and should be treated as one, also make sure to work with someone that has good referees.

Best of luck.

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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Nero2424: 2:33am On Mar 20, 2021
n3xt:


There are many things we cannot share online but I have a building that does not have a single burglary in the ghetto part of Nigeria and it has been in existence for almost 10 years.

It’s not burglar proofs that protect us. Just be good to the people around you!

Can you share the picture? If you can't can you send me the address privately? so I can look it up on Google earth, if that building exist in a ghetto I will come back here and testify.

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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by mescan(m): 2:39am On Mar 20, 2021
abouzaid:
i would advice a small duplex since you can get more rooms from a small plot of land. i think i can design a six bedroom duplex for it but atleast two of the bedrooms won't be en suite. do you have a survey plan of the plot?
services of a good architecture needed. The contact me on 08032304444

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