kopell:
Na wa Ooooo, so you no what is called Original floating switch NOW BI? when I ask you about it then, you make it sound like I'm speaking Spanish language to you. No problem, not now yet

leumas2009:
Guys,

I need some advise; I have property where there has recently been an electricity surge and the pumping machine for the borehole was damaged. Hence I have been told that we need to re-cool it. I have been given the following quote:

.............

Is this quote reasonable?

bixton:
The rains have come and many houses are been taken over by excess rain water due to lack of drainage, blockage of existing drainages, erecting structures on water channels without creating alternative routes for such, structures foundation not raised to proper height,etc, etc,etc..............
Archtiects, Engineers, Builders, professionals, advice your clients accordingly to save them the stress in future.
Happy New Month NLs.

Daboomb:


What l will tell you is this:

Since your funds are limited, build something that is not too elaborate.
Use say 1/3 of your land (at the back) as a start.
Build your 3-bed flat on it.
Make it very minimal in design
No unnecessary frills. (Time to show-off another build is just around the corner)
Build for functionality now
No parapet, no extravagant Pillar (functional columns are always necessary)
No Hoods or fancy Roofing (Do a flat Roof to save 1/3 on cost of roofing)
Supervise the building (as always be on ground).
Do all purchases yourself, after a careful market sampling

Your #2Million will almost finish your house, as long as you don't try to bite more than you can chew.
Start now, l wish you well

earthrealm:


omo, is this lekki or ph?..looks like ph

namelesss:


Sir! Ive tried so many places to get info about Flat roofing. Decided to search it on nairaland and viola i found this post...

I have an Archi friend that help me design my house (More of a renovation), and was telling me about a flat roofing. He tried explaining how it was and for it being cheaper than the usual hip roofs. the problem here is, i don't know how they look like and why we (Nigerians) are not using it as frequent.

Simply what are the advantages and disadvantages of using a flat roof design?? thanks in advance

cc mufutau55

mufutau55:


Since you said you never see how they look like, below is how they look like...

1. HIP style roof
2. Flat Style roof

Advantages and Disadvantages later when I have time.

Photos compliments of: Fippycbk (one of our resident Architect here on Nairaland)

Hajji M.

Daboomb:


It is very, very reasonable as long as your name is Dasuki ATM.

And dont forget to give him 22% VAT as well.

earthrealm:


omo, is this lekki or ph?..looks like ph

kopell:
https://www.facebook.com/sojia1/posts/10210063838778529

Aventures:
You can buy in your name and sign and then do a deed of gift to transfer the land to your mum, that is if you are buying it with your hone money oo and not hers

jabolo:
I've just taken up this issue with stone coated roof tiles that come with patchwork colors in another thread
https://www.nairaland.com/3364135/roofing-sheets-cost-various-types/9#59008454

I wanted to ask a wider audience if any one has any experience with longevity of the colors. Close-up, it seems to me they just applied paint by brush - and they're claiming 50 year warranty.

Any experience?

Thanks

mufutau55:


Since you said you never see how they look like, below is how they look like...

1. HIP (Pitched Roof) style roof
2. Flat Style roof

Advantages and Disadvantages:

HIP Roof (Pitched Roof)
Cost More
Difficult to Repair and Clean due to it's height
More Structure and Stability
Reduces Heat because of height
Reduces Sound effect
Effective/Excellent Drainage of Water
Affordable in Long term
Longer life span
You can make use of the Attic space for storage etc.
Aesthetically appealing

Flat Roof
Cost less
Drainage not quite effective
Easily Clogged leading to damage and leaks (if not regularly inspected)
Easy to Clean and repair
Leakage if done properly from the onset
Practical if living in area with little rainfall

I am sure other people can add to the above.

Photos, compliments of: Fippycbk (one of our resident Architect here on Nairaland)

Hajji M.

KolaShangOne:

Ha!
Hajj there's nothing to add o.. You've said it all and clearly too.

abbeyboy2o15:
We witness it here too what is the cause i dont understand.

mufutau55:


The Gods are angry. Don't ask me why o.

Hajji M.

KolaShangOne:


They even paint some inside the warehouse in Ajah there.. But if they offer you 50years warranty, ask for an agreement form and let both parties sign.

That's what I tell clients that can't afford the big Three.

abbeyboy2o15:
The flood issue cannot be curb totally, ocean has been rising for many decade but human ineptitudes contribute to this issue as well, ocean current would keep overflooding our world.

jabolo:
I've just taken up this issue with stone coated roof tiles that come with patchwork colors in another thread
https://www.nairaland.com/3364135/roofing-sheets-cost-various-types/9#59008454

I wanted to ask a wider audience if any one has any experience with longevity of the colors. Close-up, it seems to me they just applied paint by brush - and they're claiming 50 year warranty.

Any experience?

Thanks

jabolo:
I've just taken up this issue with stone coated roof tiles that come with patchwork colors in another thread
https://www.nairaland.com/3364135/roofing-sheets-cost-various-types/9#59008454

I wanted to ask a wider audience if any one has any experience with longevity of the colors. Close-up, it seems to me they just applied paint by brush - and they're claiming 50 year warranty.


Any experience?

Thanks

abbeyboy2o15:
We witness it here too what is the cause i dont understand.

GallantGalaxy:
The solar guru's in the house what do you think about this starter pack.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B014XVD4QI/ref=pd_aw_sim_sbs_86_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=CJMBWMME4N0ZVYA3K06C&dpPl=1&dpID=71oI1sEWaKL