Famz please what is the substance that give interlocking tiles their vary colours...?

EgunMogaji2:
Will you just look at these anti environmentalist nut jobs without grass in there yards?

Folks, it’s your house and your property. Live your life as you wish while considering your locale. Don’t criticize the choice of others.

If you want grass, do grass. If you want stained concrete, do it. If you want Pacific Ocean sand, do it.

All those fantastic homes that were built by the Awolowos, the Okeowos, the Arisekolas, etc where are they now? Most are inhabited by weeds, dirt, etc

Life’s too short.

This na desert landscaping. Common in Arizona, Nevada, California etc. The landscape is ideal for the environment. No de mess up na baba.

Your second paragraph no even make sense at all.

EgunMogaji2:


I consider myself lucky with my current bricklayer. He’s impressed me by going beyond what I call “Local standards”. I didn’t have to even tell him to chain my current bungalow build.

We as property owners have to be involved.

Being fully involved ensures all requirements are followed.....I also noticed some property owner/builders skip some important safety measures and procedures to cut cost......when I requested beams for my decking I was also told mostly 2 storey buildings required that....I was like what the fvck......why are the pros on here doing it if it's not a normal building or safety standard......I later get to understand that in my town most people/builders goes for cheap decking without beams linking the columns.......among all only my iron bender/welder was enthusiastic I choose safety above cost..... probably if I was not involved I would have gotten something else too.

qdlvy:


What is the advantage of gateman and gateman house over the alternatives.

What alternatives do you mean? Electronic gate? Or just manual gate?

diordaves:


What alternatives do you mean? Electronic gate? Or just manual gate?

Alt 1: Not having anything at all. Just architecture design to limit intrusion
Alt 2: Dogs in the compound.
Alt 3: Tech - motion sensors, cameras, lights, automated gate/garage doors, smart remote control of all premises.
Alt 4: combination of the above.

Not an exhaustive list. Will add more if I remember anything.

Just curious what the pros are for gateman house over the above.

rotecch77:


This quotation is not too much, the only thing that looks much there is the chemical

I due love your speech whenever you speak keep it up boss

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qdlvy:


Alt 1: Not having anything at all. Just architecture design to limit intrusion
Alt 2: Dogs in the compound.
Alt 3: Tech - motion sensors, cameras, lights, automated gate/garage doors, smart remote control of all premises.
Alt 4: combination of the above.

Not an exhaustive list. Will add more if I remember anything.

Just curious what the pros are for gateman house over the above.

Motion sensors and CCTV are smart ways to secure the home. This approach is very ideal for personal homes or rental properties where the service charge can maintain the gargets.

Please note that in Nigeria, continuous maintenance of home fixtures is a major issue. It is not a smooth sailing and non issue as it is abroad. From generators, to ACs to solar panels and CCTVs . Maintenance can be cumbersome in Nigeria. So if you are adopting smart technology in Nigeria or bringing a niche solution from abroad, factor in sustainability and easy availability of spare parts in the planning stage so the gargets don't fail in no time.

diordaves:


Motion sensors and CCTV are smart ways to secure the home. This approach is very ideal for personal homes or rental properties where the service charge can maintain the gargets.

Please note that in Nigeria, continuous maintenance of home fixtures is a major issue. It is not a smooth sailing and non issue as it is abroad. From generators, to ACs to solar panels and CCTVs . Maintenance can be cumbersome in Nigeria. So if you are adopting smart technology in Nigeria or bringing a niche solution from abroad, factor in sustainability and easy availability of spare parts in the planning stage so the gargets don't fail in no time.

I understand this can be a problem in Naija but trust me there are very good, cheap stuff on Amazon. Good performance without reliance on the grid. Just do some search, you'd be surprised what you find. Then again, they are not hard to maintain and are DIY friendly. I don't consider myself handy at all but even I have done a few things. Labor is cheap in Naija so we tend to pay people for simple things. For example, I started working on my car (simple stuff o, like replacing control arms, engine mounts, installing aftermarket tune-ups, etc) and my wife's two years ago rather than spending $100 to $300 at the auto shop. I invested in some basic equipment and just look on YouTube. I'm sure there are tons of these tutorials on Reddit, forums, and YouTube.

DFAMEGUY11S:
I due love your speech whenever you speak keep it up boss

Thanks bro

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please, what size of water storage tank can last a family needs for two weeks if filled up? it's for village use and i wouldn't want it to be refilled more than once or twice during the two week period. thanks

Kenny242:
Can 2m build 2bedroom and bq on a 2plot of land

Something like this will fly.

diordaves:


Motion sensors and CCTV are smart ways to secure the home. This approach is very ideal for personal homes or rental properties where the service charge can maintain the gargets.

Please note that in Nigeria, continuous maintenance of home fixtures is a major issue. It is not a smooth sailing and non issue as it is abroad. From generators, to ACs to solar panels and CCTVs . Maintenance can be cumbersome in Nigeria. So if you are adopting smart technology in Nigeria or bringing a niche solution from abroad, factor in sustainability and easy availability of spare parts in the planning stage so the gargets don't fail in no time.

To be honest, I think your Nigeria is kinda different.

I’ve been using automatic gate operator for almost 8 years now, the only maintenance I ever did was to change my battery.

Guess the amount. It’s just 7k!
My gatehouse is just a complete waste.

I use motion sensors too and automatic sprinklers. These things don’t just pack up. Even when they do, just go to Ogunpa market if you’re in Ibadan or Oshodi if you’re in Lagos, those guys can fix anything.


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n3xt:


To be honest, I think your Nigeria is kinda different.

I’ve been using automatic gate for almost 8 years now, the only maintenance I ever did was to change my battery.

Guess the amount. It’s just 7k!
My gatehouse is just a complete waste.

I use motion sensors too and automatic sprinklers. These things don’t just pack up. Even when they do, just go to Ogunpa market if you’re in Ibadan or Oshodi if you’re in Lagos, those guys can fix anything.

Good one.

I’ve never had to switch on fence and gate security light by myself in 8 years nor fetch water to wet the flowers.

My gate operator does that and I’m living in Naija. This is nothing when compared with the automation system used by bigger boys here.

Let’s stop calling this country a third world. It’s your house, use whatever you like. Don’t be discouraged!

I’m still at loss as to how I’ll be paying a grown up man to be opening gate for me in this age and time.

qdlvy:


Good one.

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Which of my DM? I only got a Nairaland email from you.

I love 3D floors o but I’d rather pay more to achieve a great landscape like this.

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Mgbadike80:
please, what size of water storage tank can last a family needs for two weeks if filled up? it's for village use and i wouldn't want it to be refilled more than once or twice during the two week period. thanks

what's the size of the building and the number of people in the family. Do you intend to give neighbors a tap or two

michlins:
what's the size of the building and the number of people in the family. Do you intend to give neighbors a tap or two

it's for an extended family of about 20 people only.

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n3xt:
I love 3D floors o but I’d rather pay more to achieve a great landscape like this.

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Look at it also in relation to size.

Large expansive lawn area always looks good. But on poster sized areas not so much. Personal opinion though.

n3xt:
I’ve never had to switch on fence and gate security light by myself in 8 years nor fetch water to wet the flowers.

My gate operator does that and I’m living in Naija. This is nothing when compared with the automation system used by bigger boys here.

Let’s stop calling this country a third world. It’s your house, use whatever you like. Don’t be discouraged!

I’m still at loss as to how I’ll be paying a grown up man to be opening gate for me in this age and time.

Home automation is something I’ve been messing with in Nigeria to the extent that I formed a company around it and renewable energy. I was heavy in it back in the USA. My issues here are the unstable cellular data.

I have a MaiGuard because I still don’t have immediate neighbors. It’s more of companionship for me and my Dobermans. Less about gate openings but I’ll admit that it’s a nice bonus.

good day, all, interesting thread i must say
pls i need your input in the areas below.

1. for an average 5br bungalow, i got a builder who wants 1.3m as fees and labour to take it from start to roofing level. i will only supply materials, i am a newbie in building, so dont really have an idea, however, i feel its high, cos og going through some pages of this thread, i saw where 250k was paid as fees alone for foundation to lintel of 5br duplex

2. a pals painter gave him a quote of 2.6m for painting a 5br duplex, siad paint is 28k per drum [dulux substitute] and that it would be over 4.2m if he is to use dulux.. i know without dimensions, it may be difficult to tell, but i just want to have idea about avg cost of painting duplex.

3. any ingenious plumber in the house?.. for a duplex, owner wants to keep the tank on the ground, or even below ground, and use a booster pump to pressurerize the water supply, 24/7 power is available, so power isnt an issue, has someone tried this approach..any lessons learnt or this plan isnt feasible?.

Mgbadike80:
it's for an extended family of about 20 people only.

four tanks of 1000 liters or five tanks of 750 liters. The height of the building will determine the height of the tank

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My land is waterlogged and i used upto 5m for foundation

igboitalo:
my sister can u give me an estimate for the Foundation thank u

Malevonent:
good day, all, interesting thread i must say
pls i need your input in the areas below.

1. for an average 5br bungalow, i got a builder who wants 1.3m as fees and labour to take it from start to roofing level. i will only supply materials, i am a newbie in building, so dont really have an idea, however, i feel its high, cos og going through some pages of this thread, i saw where 250k was paid as fees alone for foundation to lintel of 5br duplex

2. a pals painter gave him a quote of 2.6m for painting a 5br duplex, siad paint is 28k per drum [dulux substitute] and that it would be over 4.2m if he is to use dulux.. i know without dimensions, it may be difficult to tell, but i just want to have idea about avg cost of painting duplex.

3. any ingenious plumber in the house?.. for a duplex, owner wants to keep the tank on the ground, or even below ground, and use a booster pump to pressurerize the water supply, 24/7 power is available, so power isnt an issue, has someone tried this approach..any lessons learnt or this plan isnt feasible?.

You need an engineer, just look for one here & engage him or her, DIY is good but pay an engineer... If you do not pay for the service of an engineer now, in future you will call one to help you fix error or faults.

Enyinne:
My land is waterlogged and i used upto 5m for foundation

5ft or 5m? 5m is 15ft

Chekitaut:
You need an engineer, just look for one here & engage him or her, DIY is good but pay an engineer... If you do not pay for the service of an engineer now, in future you will call one to help you fix error or faults.

That’s an alarmist point of view Sir and you should know better than to say that.

Chekitaut:
5ft or 5m? 5m is 15ft

I read it as N5M