dam4sam:


Fortunately, l am an expert, the same expert you are referring to, with over two decades of experience, with those Certifications and more, to boot and l work in the industry. I am not even going to delve into University .I.T Degrees at Post graduate level, because those are considered basic at my stage.
Need l say more?
Like l said, most people catch-up very, very late, when it comes to modern, cutting-edge technology.
Up till now, l still hear people express fear about 5G technology and how it will fry their balls, when some countries have already launched 6G!

LastWeek1:
Hello guys

Pls if you know much about interlocking, kindly give out some tips. Things are tight right now and I want good quality for this job.

My interlocking man told me he will collect 2,800 per sqm . Few red and Black color, and the rest will be regular white.
Also he said he will mix granite to it. Is this a good deal and how can I monitor him to make sure he uses quality materials throughout.?

He told there are 2 types of molding style , 4sqm is what most people use in the house while 3sqm is for roads.then he said , he will do 4sqm molding style for me . Is this right?

Pls give me suggestions and ideas cos I don’t want him to cheat me because I want quality job.

Thank you

spyder880:
From Enugu with bricks, this is the house of one big man, the bricks are looking neat and fresh where it has a cover, but turning dark and ugly where its exposed to rain.
I remember that I nearly invested in this brick making machine two years ago. We have very good brick making soil in some parts of Enugu.

bigestPREEKhere:
thanks, i fixed it

bixton:



You will definitely use regular blocks at the foundation level(substructure stage). At your DPC level you will introduce a beam( plinth beam) which is where you start to lay the interlock brick blocks. As a measure to cut cost you can mark out the areas where you want the bricks to be. It can be bricks eternally only and regular blocks internal. Remember this bricks are maintained by proper polishing from time to time so it maintains its colourful nature.

Nero2424:


Did you work on this project? Can this brick be molded on site or is it done only at the block factory?

Nezzjnr:
Good morning to all the Bosses here

Please does anyone know how he or she can get a land inside Redemption camp

Nezzjnr:
Good morning to all the Bosses here

Please does anyone know how he or she can get a land inside Redemption camp

n3xt:


For small projects, you can order from brick maker.

In my case, we hired the machine from hydraform guys and produced on site.

Nero2424:


Did you work on this project? Can this brick be molded on site or is it done only at the block factory?

diordaves:


The pictures posted are not bricks and should not be confused with USA/British bricks as we know it. These are Compressed Stabilised Blocks (CSEB). Burnt (kiln) bricks as obtain and prevalent in the USA/Britain are a different proposition. These can bring class to a building.

Compressed Stabilised Earth Blocks (CSEB) are laterite stabilised with 10% cement and compressed by machine into blocks. I have done research on this about four years ago with a view to building (donating) two blocks of classroom to my secondary school. My findings then revealed CSEB are not cheaper as you need all the elements of normal Sandcrete blocks and more. So you still need your normal foundation with Sandcrete blocks (CSEB don't like water longterm), you would need rebar (for some design), columns and beams even for bungalows. You would also need to plaster the internal walls and paint as normal to achieve clean straight lines internally.

As CSEB are smaller than Sandcrete blocks, you would need more CSEB for same size building as you would with normal blocks. The problems are bricklayers normally charge near the same or even more per CSEB and because you need more CSEB, your labour cost to lay the CSEB is higher.

The cost saving is that you do not need to render the external walls and paint but this cost saving is offset by the need to use rebar for some design and introducing columns and beams here and there. You can ONLY save if you have a mountain of free laterite on your site, so you don't need to buy laterite and you are doing it FULL DIY, no labour cost and you cut corners by limiting the use of rebar, beams and columns.

uncleteeh:

Sure. I know of a guy in lag, he deals with brick. His enterprise is called millishield. You can contact him if you have brick related job.

LastWeek1:
Hello guys

Pls if you know much about interlocking, kindly give out some tips. Things are tight right now and I want good quality for this job.

My interlocking man told me he will collect 2,800 per sqm . Few red and Black color, and the rest will be regular white.
Also he said he will mix granite to it. Is this a good deal and how can I monitor him to make sure he uses quality materials throughout.?

He told there are 2 types of molding style , 4sqm is what most people use in the house while 3sqm is for roads.then he said , he will do 4sqm molding style for me . Is this right?

Pls give me suggestions and ideas cos I don’t want him to cheat me because I want quality job.

Thank you

bixton:



Does this price include laying of the stones on the floor or just only moulding?

In my location my guy does it for me at #2000/#2500 depending on the area of coverage inclusive of moulding and laying.

michlins:
here's the prices for each of the sizes

4 * 4 ....16,000

3 * 3..... 13,000

2 * 2..... 5000

2 * 4.....7000

6 * 4....... 18,000

Here is the details of the materials to be used.

16mm square rod for the framing of the windows

14mm square rod for the interior designs.

Kindly note that you determine the choice of materials and can decide for something lower which will significantly lower the prices also.


I just went around town and most of the parks are yet to open so I couldn't get drivers going directly to Egbeda. The guy I usually use stops at Jibowu. I tried to convince him to get down to Egbeda but the numbers he's calling isn't encouraging. So I plan to check on other drivers by tomorrow morning. Thanks

twinskenny:
you can get around camp area not inside the camp..

n3xt:


For small projects, you can order from brick maker.

In my case, we hired the machine from hydraform guys and produced on site.

ty01:


How much is transportation to Jibowu? I can arrange for pickup from there; that’s not a problem. Need to do the maths and make a decision today. What’s the % reduction in price if 14mm is used instead of 16mm?

n3xt:


Including mould rental?

bixton:



We have never for once had to discuss money to rent moulds directly or indirectly.

So yes it's inclusive of that price.

michlins:
why I recommended the use because it's sturdier knowing that rods are usually wobbly. The difference however isn't much cause I will be using just one length of 16mm on each protector. That should be -#1,500 on each window protector.

The cost of transport to Jibowu is 20,000. Thanks

ty01:


Thanks for the update and quick response. I will do the maths and revert shortly. In order not to spam the thread, please share your contact and we can take things forward from here. Thanks again.

n3xt:


Is he producing on your site or at his place?

You’re getting a very good deal if he’ll bring his mould to your project at that price. Keep and hold such guy tight o!

I charge between 20 - 25k for rental of my mould (1,000 pcs) for 2 weeks and that excludes cost of transportation.

Mould Rental is a huge business. It cost several thousands to invest in it.

Laudbtc:
Great mind and engineers in the house, please what’s your input on this rough sketch?
Land size is 50*100

bixton:



Ahhh...you're a business- investor.

All jobs are done on site.
Our relationship started 2013 when I was on freelance with a construction firm. He is always a phone call away.

BiigTee:
Good morning everyone, i have been a long time observer but i have been pushed out of the shadows because of this Cement issue.. Does anyone foresee any price reduction and how soon will it be? I have put a project on hold since November because of Cement and my iron rods are rusting on site! ��..