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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by One4me: 8:44pm On Feb 18, 2020 |
raymondFirstborn: How do you do your test? What equipment do you use What do thse equipment look for? You have to answer these questions o. I know when you made your fiest post on this thread and the kind fo questions you were asking and l am curious as to how you have quickly become this Building Integrity Tester. I am not saying you are not, l just want to be convinced you are, for the sake of that member looking for the service. 2 Likes |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by One4me: 8:52pm On Feb 18, 2020 |
Geophilip: Add honest Pictures of your work, to your advert request. I particulalry like your combination, geophysics and plumbing, it shows you are a goal getter. Wish you well. 2 Likes |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by raymondFirstborn(m): 9:28pm On Feb 18, 2020 |
One4me: first of all. - physical assessment would be done. -We would excavate around the foundation to see the type of foundation done. -There are non destructive test like : Ultrasonic pulse velocity test, Schmidt rebound hammer test carried out on reinforced concrete elements that can be seen from the foundation. -Another thing is to look out for cracks, deep cracks could mean faulty foundation or faulty structural elements. In most cases settlements in the ground cause cracks. -In some cases soil stability test would be done. For soil stability we have the : Wensum Demonstration Test Catchment (DTC) , we also have the laser granulometer-based aggregate stability method for soil stability. I still remember these four tests from my school da We Have Feroscanning and GPR , pile integrity tes, anchoring and Ultrasonic that's all I can remember. modified * Another thing to look out for is if the building is sinking. This is for buildings in waterlogged areas. normally I would get an Engineer check the levelwith the aid of a level Instrument, for me this way I am able to monitor settlements (especially for buildings sitting on piles. |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Adedward(m): 9:56pm On Feb 18, 2020 |
saydfact:sir , for my own experiences it's not encouraging most cases in a decking area, it's gud to install ur railings before u tiles sir, |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by raymondFirstborn(m): 9:56pm On Feb 18, 2020 |
One4me: see I am a builder not a structural engineer, but i know so much about Structures because I read. My old man also happens to be one of the pioneers of modern construction methods and practices in Nigeria. |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by saydfact(m): 10:03pm On Feb 18, 2020 |
rotecch77: Good notes made.... I totally agree. |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by saydfact(m): 10:07pm On Feb 18, 2020 |
Adedward: If I was advising sm1 I'm sure used leveling instruments in building, my answer wld be different. Don't make the mistake... Tile b4 Rail for me thou. (my opinion sir) |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Adedward(m): 10:18pm On Feb 18, 2020 |
saydfact:yes sir I don't wrong u sir, u can see I said for my experiences, I am doing stainless hand failings too, so I used to install it, I have some factors I consider before saying this sir, perfection is better than cure brake what u need to brake let's ur stand enter the decking very well, before tiles, when they adapt another level of sap sand to it it will make stronger, sir, for my little knowledge sir, am ur boy o, 2 Likes |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Muyi002(m): 10:34pm On Feb 18, 2020 |
What is the thickness of correct stone coated roof Cc: money121 |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by chimexdnice1(m): 10:41pm On Feb 18, 2020 |
What if the supplier is the owner of the project and buys his materials himself as quoted by the engineer? How can one identify a good grade iron? What's the difference? I use to think if it's rusted then it's not good, but I see here on naira land that most people use rusted iron. Please clarify these. Tnx Chekitaut: |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Geophilip: 10:43pm On Feb 18, 2020 |
One4me: thanks for the compliment, I lost my phone recently, just got a new one, I have only done few repairs/maintenance jobs, with one foundation conduits piping ( had to carry that out to get the best of the job, n avoid breaking of concrete floor). to be sincere I'm very good at the job... |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Eegus: 10:52pm On Feb 18, 2020 |
Help!!! Pls, can someone knowledgable help do me a roofing woodwork estimate? <\My carpenter sent me an astronomical budget. My building size is 19.88m x 13.2m and it is a semi detached twin two-bedroom bungalow. Location: Epe, Lagos. Here's a picture of the proposed roofing: 1 Share
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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by money121(m): 10:54pm On Feb 18, 2020 |
Muyi002:0.55mm |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by money121(m): 10:56pm On Feb 18, 2020 |
Eegus: Contact us for the roofing.. View some of our previous proects here >> https://www.nairaland.com/3364135/roofing-sheets-cost-various-types/75 Or add me on whatsapp 08085310359 i can connect u with one of my carpenter for estimate |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by davodyguy: 11:05pm On Feb 18, 2020 |
Good evening Is there any major difference between Dangote Cem and other brands like Lafarge? |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by rotecch77(m): 11:34pm On Feb 18, 2020 |
raymondFirstborn: Thanks my brother, you are very correct on this. Its better to let some people know here that this particular thread is an international thread where both diaspora and others citizens from diff country do come to check things and some notable people here in Nigeria too. If we are talking about home it’s not just ordinary 4 corners of walls or one hurt in a remote village. We means standard structure from drawing to turn key where ALL things in such building are working in a normal way. It might be a low cost housing , that doesn’t means that all key and necessary measure should not be put in place for the occupant. Such as functioning *water system *electricity. *spacious and well arrange compound Etc. NOT A HOME WHERE. *You will enter bush to or dig ground at backyard to SHIT. *You will be searching for water up and down the street to get water to bath. *You will be searching for co landlord if they have light to charge your phone or to wash BALL. * Where you will be coming to nairaland to look for whom to solve your BATHROOM TILING ERROR today, next day WIRE GOT BURNT another day ROOF LEAKAGE . 1 month later WATER INGRESS on the walls. Etc . ( naaa by force to build house) Some people While giving figure here they will be given figures based on others factors like * Baba Charles will give me free granite left over at his site. * Village people will help to excavate foundation free or by giving them OGOGORO, or CHINAPSS. *He will cut tree free from the bush nearby for any wood work. *Some will based there calculations on BABA LATTI will handle the job perfectly ok from foundation to turn key *ONLY BABA latti Bricklayer, Carpenter, tiler, painter, BABA latti even know QS work, BUILDER work, Architects work. Hahahah wetin, Shee this one nna house abii CAGE. Although you can get most of your materials free but you CANNOT use this as Yard stick to give likely cost for others. Some professional also are not left out of this both Architects, Builders Engr QS Etc They will tell you don’t worry we will get it done When money enter hand ..... you know the rest as usual for such bad characters fellow. That is why we have many abandoned structures,collapsed building and SICK building also plus ready to collapse building every where today 7 Likes |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by mufutau55(m): 4:01am On Feb 19, 2020 |
Oga Rotecch77, I beg make you no kill persin with this your epistle write-up o. ![]() But all points made are true and facts. Hajji M. 2 Likes |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Nero2424: 5:05am On Feb 19, 2020 |
davodyguy: The only difference is availability, unfurtunaly Nigerians have the habit of flowing with the crowd. I've tried buying other brands as well but availability has always been the challenge. You know when I see those tall buildings around CMS, they have been standing even before Dangote ventured into cement business and yet this structures are still standing. 4 Likes |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by edward2018(m): 7:58am On Feb 19, 2020 |
rotecch77: Good write up. If you understand me I said location, materials and the design will determine the cost. Now been a bungalow with just 6 (room and a kitchen and a toilet) Location:: It’s only in sand filled area, a water logged land or area with low bearing capacity. That he can not try such budget due to the fact that it will require a raft foundation that will dry his budget even before laying a block. Places like Sango Ota, Ifo, Abeokuta Etc will suit his cost as the land is dry land that requires less stress. Materials:: As we all know that construction work is purely materials and labour insentive as materials take 65% while labour is 35%. Using Ifo as case study! 85% of houses there were built of corrugated roofing sheet, asbestos ceiling, floor with no tiles, that they will only have tiles in the toilet to half way, no paint, just normal electrical work, plumbing just normal materials, sands and granite readily available with low cost compared to Lagos, and even the LABOURERS. People are rushing down to the place due to high standard of living in Lagos in which they can not afford. With this, they are looking for somewhere relatively cheap and within the circle. The house owners there knows they have no choice so the houses were built just for them to sleep at night and wake up in house not (HOME) If you understand my point. So the person that asked if 5m could finish such might have gotten information from this side as the cost of construction there is low. That was the reason why I said YES! But a good professional will sit his client down and let him know what his budget could give him, it’s now depends on what the client want. Because House is quite different from HOME! Don’t criticise me, am a Builder and did research on Building sustainability! For any of my comments I have my point. Thank you. 5 Likes |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by davodyguy: 9:58am On Feb 19, 2020 |
Nero2424:I agree with you and will look for Lafarge |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Chekitaut: 10:45am On Feb 19, 2020 |
chimexdnice1:Every iron rod with its name on it, do mot buy any without name on it. Bad iron will break when bending it. Guage will not be full. eg 16mm will be 14.5mm 3 Likes |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by spiceeamiee(f): 11:25am On Feb 19, 2020 |
I did not see anyone on your signature. What i saw are mostly security doors. What I need are internal wooden doors. Can you tag me on some? ChiefSupplier55: |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by spiceeamiee(f): 11:30am On Feb 19, 2020 |
Quick one house, we are tiling our project. For the bathroom, we would like to do bathroom cubicle inside them. Is this the appropriate time to bring in the person that will do the bathroom cubicle?The bathrooms are not so big because hubs being an igbo man refused to make the upstairs only family dwelling. They carved out a mini flat from it ![]() ![]() 2 Likes |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by megacontrol(m): 11:31am On Feb 19, 2020 |
You may also consider BUA. I've used both Dangote and BUA recently for various purposes and you can't tell any difference really. davodyguy: 2 Likes |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by megacontrol(m): 11:35am On Feb 19, 2020 |
People, Please I'm looking for those guys that do excavate deep-rooted trees from swampy land before sand filling. I have tried some laborers but water pass garri for them, they couldn't deliver, so I need specialists. Location is Ajah axis in Lagos. Any referrals or recommendation will be appreciated. Thanks 1 Like |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Chekitaut: 12:30pm On Feb 19, 2020 |
davodyguy:The grade is the difference. Dangote is Grade 42.5N for concrete, Block setting and Block production, their 32.5N basically for plastering is not available in market. Lafarge Cement Classic 32.5N & Supaset 32.5R both good for all construction work. Lafarge SuperMax 42.5R is not popular in circulation Note R=Rapid(Fast Dryness) N=Normal these represent curing system In building construction Rapid curing are use for large volume job. R is not good for plastering it at the end result cracking or type of sand used. |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Chekitaut: 12:32pm On Feb 19, 2020 |
megacontrol:Excavator machine is best used for good result. |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by davodyguy: 1:12pm On Feb 19, 2020 |
Some of our so called 'Engineers' need to learn how to spell I got a quote that says purchase of 'Chemical Pentro Night' and 'Anti-Soil' Kindly please educate me on what those two items mean Thanks |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Chekitaut: 2:06pm On Feb 19, 2020 |
davodyguy:He is not an engineer but a bricklayers that somehow become an engineer. Ask the university he studied & coren certificate |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by davodyguy: 2:29pm On Feb 19, 2020 |
Chekitaut:He doesn't have he said he studied Civil Engineering at Lagos State polytechnic and that he has OND I saw him doing a project and decided to engage him |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by rotecch77(m): 6:35pm On Feb 19, 2020 |
mufutau55: Nna so Hajji baba |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by rotecch77(m): 6:46pm On Feb 19, 2020 |
edward2018: I get you right my brother, thank God you agree with me that there is diff btw HOUSE and HOME The issue is that if there is money people will build HOME. Those house you mentioned at SANGO OTA as you said is out of it concerning standard house we are talking here. “How can someone build house JUST to sleep inside at night and leave EARLY morning” As you stated in your statement.......means if such person find a place UNDER BRIDGES he we call the place a house. More so the 6units of room self contain the OP mentioned is almost equivalent to 4-5 bedrooms bungalow YES. So how can the said amount (5m) give the type of structure someone will sleep with 2 eyes closed. Lastly I like as you stated on your post that “A professional will seat a client down to know his budget ..........”. So pls let’s go with this always so that we will have a structure we can call home . It’s better to build just simple standard 2bedrooms where you can call HOME than to build 6bedrooms which will collapsed and kill people due to I want to build cheap. RICKETY house 1 Like |
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