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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by QSFemi(m): 7:20pm On Sep 24, 2020 |
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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by AngelicBeing: 7:25pm On Sep 24, 2020 |
lastpage:Gbam, end of discussion, this is why I said that l missed your contribution on here ![]() 3 Likes
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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by true2home(m): 8:54pm On Sep 24, 2020 |
Luxury is one thing, while Economics is another!!! When the Rich are playing, those of us that prefer to do things via moderation will not appreciate their work. The rich are not looking to conserve money, they want to flaunt it for the world to marvel as to how much they can afford to burn and when they are burning the money, it will be Ludacris to not achieve their goal of SHOW OFF. If i ever become very wealthy, i plan to build a very tall high-rise in my village in Ogun state that will allow me to see Lagos from my Balcony. It will not make any economic sense, but it will be an Iconic Structure and a sort of Legacy of my to put my village on the map, way long after my dealt as an Engineer. It will inspire kids yet unborn to want to be an Engineer. Point is that the wealthy should be allow to live their dreams as well; their needs and want will never be the same as a common man!!! This ICONIC STRUCTION was left by one Industrialist in my Town of Ilisan Remo Ogun State; till today, its a reference point and landmark that represents the town. it was built in the late 60s BrabusNG: 8 Likes
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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by QSFemi(m): 9:30pm On Sep 24, 2020 |
Building and other construction projects are contracts. I've said that times without number on this platform. All the stakeholders, Clients, Consultants (Architect, Quantity Surveyor, Structural, Electrical and Mechanical Engineer) should keep this in mind. The area I want to address this evening is the issue of RISK associated with construction projects. A construction risk is defined as any exposure to possible loss. In a standardized construction contracts, clients or project owners or project sponsors are insured against risk through various means provided for in the conditions of contract. Some of those means include, but not limited to, performance bond, retention, among others. In an unregulated setting where clients just source for "contractors" to build for them without any contract, the chunk of the risks are unwittingly borne by the clients. Here is why; If the contractor does a bad job, who pays for the recompense? The clients. That's where the idea of RETENTION MONEY stems from. A Retention money is an amount held back from a payment made under a construction contract. It is generally held to ensure that a contractor performs all of its obligations under the contract, and is then released either on practical completion or after the end of a defects notification period. I'm advising clients, through this medium, to always apply this concept of retention money to even unregulated transaction with contractors. Clients are advised to agree with any contractor that is interested in executing their projects that a certain percentage of the total estimated cost of the project t will be held by the client for an agreed duration probably 6 months. I advise clients to hold about 2.5% of the total estimated cost for a period of 6 months the at least. This is to insure the interest of the clients on the projects. 7 Likes 1 Share |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by bebe2(f): 9:55pm On Sep 24, 2020 |
segzy14: its pennek ''THE ESTATE'' after abraham adesanya estate. still awaiting allocation as i just finished payment on the land. once i get allocated , will let the house know. |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by bebe2(f): 10:01pm On Sep 24, 2020 |
lastpage: mine is sandy. i almost bought a swamp in megamound few years ago, as in river with tadpoles and the wanted 15m. i ran for my life ![]() 2 Likes |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by bebe2(f): 10:06pm On Sep 24, 2020 |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by fendorf(m): 10:19pm On Sep 24, 2020 |
Owodunni mansion in my home town[quote author=true2home post=94272422]Luxury is one thing, while Economics is another!!! When the Rich are playing, those of us that prefer to do 1 Like |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Johntemmy(m): 10:23pm On Sep 24, 2020 |
[quote author=Abudu2000 post=94262634] lies lol. The myth was "the taller the cooler" but that's just an excuse when one can't afford air conditioning. Tall trusses are just wasteful spending. [/quote lies bawo kilode? can you check my post (outside) again to know we are talking about different things (inside) on same thing. |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by seproperties(m): 10:38pm On Sep 24, 2020 |
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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 3:53am On Sep 25, 2020 |
true2home: I can relate bro. A lot of signature projects handled within that suburb came to mind. I’ve always wondered and asked “Why build this massive project here in the village?” |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Prudency045: 7:49am On Sep 25, 2020 |
I hope it is not Pennek "THE ESTATE" located in Ogombo village? bebe2: 2 Likes |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Saintdupsie: 8:05am On Sep 25, 2020 |
Could someone please help? This electrician quoted a 16Way 3phase distribution board for our house which they already mounted but looking at the carton now I am seeing: AP*Bstar.....does anyone know this brand? Can't find it on the internet. 4 Way Jultipole Distribution board....does this mean he got 4 way instead of 16way? Additional info: With 100A TP main switch. The house is a 4 bedroom flat and a waiting room. 1. 5 AC 2. 4 water heater 3. 2 cooker unit (I don't know why they did 2) I would like to know: 1. Is the AP*Bstar a good brand? 2. What is the price of AP*Bstar 4way 3 phase? 3. Do we actually need a 16way? 4. Will the 4way work as well? If not please recommend with a brand. Thank you all. |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Dubemcapital1(m): 8:16am On Sep 25, 2020 |
QSFemi: Good one. Very essential Luke 14:28 “But don’t begin until you count the cost. For who would begin construction of a building without first calculating the cost to see if there is enough money to finish it? 2 Likes |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Johntemmy(m): 8:17am On Sep 25, 2020 |
Good morning.contact me for your roofing woods and roofing materials at affordable prices. 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by twinskenny(m): 8:37am On Sep 25, 2020 |
Saintdupsie: Never heard of that brand before.. Looking at number if Ac and water Heater you will definitely need a D8 3phase dB How many kitchen do you have? Why two cooker unit? 1 Like |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Abolarin91(m): 9:02am On Sep 25, 2020 |
I think I should adopt this your idea sir, no time to waste... BrabusNG: |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Holuwamanzee(m): 9:29am On Sep 25, 2020 |
Hajj pls I would like to know if I can invest #800000 per year to get a nice 3 bedroom duplex and how many years will it take me to get it done ![]() |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by michlins(m): 9:49am On Sep 25, 2020 |
On the way to oga valencia home to take measurements of his project. He suggested that we keep everything public so people can learn and make enquires 2 Likes |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by EgunMogaji2: 10:09am On Sep 25, 2020 |
Johntemmy: Also the taller the roof the more money you stand to gain ![]() 3 Likes |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by valencia2012(m): 10:13am On Sep 25, 2020 |
michlins: Rodger That! � 1 Like |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by EgunMogaji2: 10:14am On Sep 25, 2020 |
GoodFaith: If you mow for a living then I wager that your opinion will change. 1 Like |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Johntemmy(m): 10:36am On Sep 25, 2020 |
EgunMogaji2: Na you talk am oo Baba mi Egun you really make me laugh..lols. But in all not for personal gain but to make the building looks good. also as a client I can't efforce my opinion (long Height) on you by force it's about choice. 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Godisgreatest1: 11:38am On Sep 25, 2020 |
Hello, please can 6" Hole blocks be used for the ground floor of a story building of 4 units 2 bedroom apartments?. must it be 9" all through? |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by EgunMogaji2: 12:14pm On Sep 25, 2020 |
Godisgreatest1: Story building are not held up by the blocks but by the pillars. Blocks should just be partition elements. Especially Nigerian blocks where quality control is not certain. So you can use 6" as long as the pillars are a designed but I think plumbing could be an issue. I would use 9" on the exterior perimeter and 6" on the inside except for private areas. Good luck on your project. 4 Likes |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by jaytime(m): 12:40pm On Sep 25, 2020 |
EgunMogaji2:Bear in mind that the size of the blocks will as well determine the size (thickness) of the pillars. If it's the pillars that hold an upstairs as you rightly said, the pillars must be as thick as possible to carry every weight. 6" thick pillars for me are too thin for storey buildings. 7 Likes |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Godisgreatest1: 1:30pm On Sep 25, 2020 |
EgunMogaji2: Ok, just like you said, I think am cool with the 9" external walls and 6" internal, supported with pillars. Thank you very much. 1 Like |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by diordaves(m): 1:32pm On Sep 25, 2020 |
n3xt: These edificies are not built for the everyday economic reasons but as legacies to future generations. The location does not matter. Why village? These are private and sometime national edificies. These individuals are (were) wealthy, prosperous and politically powerful so they need to "history-stamp" their wealth and prosperity into the annals of human history and to put their "village" into the human (geographical) map. Apart from the Pharaohs of Egypt, African Kings and Queens and wealthy individuals failed woefully in leaving legacies (edificies) for future generations. Take a look at Europe with all the grand palaces (Buckenham Palace, Windsor Castle) and landmarks (Eifel Tower) that are now hugely successful tourist attractions and then you will wonder what did our Kings and Queens do with the wealth of Africa. Mansa Musa of Mali was the wealthies man on earth to date but what are his legacies today? Think what if Mansa Musa had used all that gold to build (Buckenham) palaces and castles all over Mali, planned the city, build landmarks and structures just like the Pharaohs and pave the streets with gold and then the next generation took it to the nest level, Mali will be paradise today. African Kings were busy marying more wives with the wealth of Africa. One can't go wrong with properties, even white elephant properties. I'm in support of these edificies where ever, as they are legacies to future generation. It is left for the "now" generation to take it to the next level. In Nigeria, we are poor in building legacy edificies and taking lagacies to the next level. Though some of the 1950s and 60s wealthy and prosperous generations in Nigeria left us some really encouraging legacies like Mapo Hall and Cocoa House (Ibadan), Government House, National Theater and Iddo Terminal all in Lagos, but what are we doing with them? All run down. We are squandering our wealth again just like our forefathers. Mind you these edifices were built then in "villages". It is not "money miss road". Take a look at the very poor, lame and inaccessible Aso Rock Presidential Palace and compare with the White House (USA) with its surrounding public park and you will know what lagacy is all about. Will Aso Rock as built EVER attract tourist and pay for itself? Time will tell. If I'm so prosperous, I will build a stupendous edifice to the glory of the Most One, the Most High in Warri my "village" and hope the next generation will take it to the next level and not see it as a white elephant project. 5 Likes
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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Abolarin91(m): 1:41pm On Sep 25, 2020 |
Good afternoon here, god bless all the engineer, architect, contractor, As, and all others helping and solving problems in this thread. Meanwhile, you can check my signature and my thread to get information about; electric fence wire, razor wire(barb wire, etc. https://www.nairaland.com/5873961/prevent-burglar-thief-pilferer-entering ...looking forward to work with you ![]() |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by mrsteel: 1:44pm On Sep 25, 2020 |
Godisgreatest1:No! Don't use 6" hollow block for d ground floor of a story building. U can use it for upper floor, but certainly not d ground floor. 2 Likes |
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