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In construction and property investment, going cheap often costs more in the long run.
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gbadexy:

Textured plaster paint used mainly outside for durability.

Is it cheaper than Tyrolean?

olukaygold:
Here is an example of
“I know someone that does it cheaper…”


In construction and property investment, going cheap often costs more in the long run.
Quality isn't expensive — it's an investment.
Do it right the first time, or be ready to pay twice.

"If you don't do it well the first time, you'll pay twice to get it done right."

GoldenView Building and Construction Ltd to get it right at once.

“The cheapest contractor often ends up being the most expensive.”

I’ve seen it firsthand too many times.

Someone picks a contractor just because their price is far lower than others. Few months into the project? Corners are cut, materials are compromised, and suddenly the client is spending double to fix avoidable mistakes.

In construction, cheap can become very costly.
Always ask:

What quality of materials will be used?

What’s their track record?

Do they prioritize safety and standards?


It’s better to spend a bit more on the right team than to spend twice fixing what the “cheapest” team ruined.

Build wisely. Invest in quality.

dapotemi:


Is it cheaper than Tyrolean?

No it's not. While tyrolene may be painted, it doesn't need to be painted.

olukaygold:




“The cheapest contractor often ends up being the most expensive.”

I’ve seen it firsthand too many times.

Someone picks a contractor just because their price is far lower than others. Few months into the project? Corners are cut, materials are compromised, and suddenly the client is spending double to fix avoidable mistakes.

In construction, cheap can become very costly.
Always ask:

What quality of materials will be used?

What’s their track record?

Do they prioritize safety and standards?


It’s better to spend a bit more on the right team than to spend twice fixing what the “cheapest” team ruined.

Build wisely. Invest in quality.

The fact that it is always expensive doesn't mean right job will be done always. Cheap and expensive are relative sincerely. My blame goes to client who does not have any ioata of foreknowledge on building materials itself or construction.

Some Very greedy so called "expensive" contractors are the main problems here. They charge you high and still use inferior materials.

If you cannot monitor your projects with due researches, just stay off building till you are free to monitor things yourself to a large extent.

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Thanks. Well, articulated. Someone said the "over engineering part" but I just needed to hear from here. Now I am convinced . Damp proof only then. One shouldn't waste money anyhow..

Thanks once again. You were really convincing.

You need to be a true follower of certain engineers who have a mix of academic work and proper and thorough field work experience to know the reasons why any engineer would require a DPM or not.


Just this few questions for you....
(1) What's the height of your foundation from natural ground level?

(2) Does that environment experience flooding after rainfall ?

(3) Are there proper drainage already constructed within that environment and surroundings?

(4) Is there any natural water body to a depth of 6 feet or borrow pit within a radius of 500 metres around that area?

dollarnaira:


The fact that it is always expensive doesn't mean right job will be done always. Cheap and expensive are relative sincerely. My blame goes to client who does not have any ioata of foreknowledge on building materials itself or construction.

Some Very greedy so called "expensive" contractors are the main problems here. They charge you high and still use inferior materials.

If you cannot monitor your projects with due researches, just stay off building till you are free to monitor things yourself to a large extent.

A contractor or engineer devoid of transparency will always be able to find ways to cut corners or inflate costs, even when you’re physically present.

This is why it is not only about supervision; it is about partnering with someone who is reliable, open, an able.

You may be present on site every day, however, if the manager assigned to your project is lacking in integrity, you will ultimately lose money, time, and your peace of mind.

So choose wisely. Don’t limit your search to who happens to be free or who was “recommended”; instead, search for someone who is transparent, breaks down processes, and welcomes your participation.

Construction aside, trust is the foundation of everything in life.

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You need to be a true follower of certain engineers who have a mix of academic work and proper and thorough field work experience to know the reasons why any engineer would require a DPM or not.


Just this few questions for you....
(1) What's the height of your foundation from natural ground level?

(2) Does that environment experience flooding after rainfall ?

(3) Are there proper drainage already constructed within that environment and surroundings?

(4) Is there any natural water body to a depth of 6 feet or borrow pit within a radius of 500 metres around that area?

Thanks.

To answer your questions.

1. About 3 cement blocks high
2. No I doesn't
3. A new site. Water flows down the slop
4..nope there isnt .

olukaygold:

A contractor or engineer devoid of transparency will always be able to find ways to cut corners or inflate costs, even when you’re physically present.

This is why it is not only about supervision; it is about partnering with someone who is reliable, open, an able.

You may be present on site every day, however, if the manager assigned to your project is lacking in integrity, you will ultimately lose money, time, and your peace of mind.

So choose wisely. Don’t limit your search to who happens to be free or who was “recommended”; instead, search for someone who is transparent, breaks down processes, and welcomes your participation.

Construction aside, trust is the foundation of everything in life.

I totally agree

Pls I'll appreciate your input here.
I have gotten to the soakaway stage in my bungalow. I have very limited space. It's half plot (100 by 25), and I was able to squeeze a two bedroom flat and two mini flat on it as a single unit.
The problem now is, the only space remaining in front is where d soakaway will be and aside from the conventional soakaway, which other option do I have.. I won't consider Biodigester because this is a rental property. Tenant hardly follow rules. The remaining space can manage two small car. The car will be parked ON d soakaway always and this bothers me. My dad's soakaway just went down on its own last year after 9 years and car is not even allow on it.
Someone is advising I consider the ring soakaway due to space. Is there any disadvantage to this ring's own..My land is not very hard, tho not swampy..its just in d middle. What other options do I have? Appreciate any response

dapotemi:
Pls I'll appreciate your input here.
I have gotten to the soakaway stage in my bungalow. I have very limited space. It's half plot (100 by 25), and I was able to squeeze a two bedroom flat and two mini flat on it as a single unit.
The problem now is, the only space remaining in front is where d soakaway will be and aside from the conventional soakaway, which other option do I have.. I won't consider Biodigester because this is a rental property. Tenant hardly follow rules. The remaining space can manage two small car. The car will be parked ON d soakaway always and this bothers me. My dad's soakaway just went down on its own last year after 9 years and car is not even allow on it.
Someone is advising I consider the ring soakaway due to space. Is there any disadvantage to this ring's own..My land is not very hard, tho not swampy..its just in d middle. What other options do I have? Appreciate any response

Was in a similar situation as yours! I have to make do with digging round hole like size of a well… will snap when I get back home… about 8 ring

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Please I need your advice. My ongoing building project is at roofing stage, I want to expand the kitchen size in the second floor,this will warrant pulling down one side of the kitchen in order to increase the size.

Please will this have negative effects on the integrity of the building?

Thanks

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Was in a similar situation as yours! I have to make do with digging round hole like size of a well… will snap when I get back home… about 8 ring

Thank you sir.
In addition, I have 5 toilet/bathroom and 2 kitchen across 3 flat on a single unit..How many hole do I have to dig?

dapotemi:
Pls I'll appreciate your input here.
I have gotten to the soakaway stage in my bungalow. I have very limited space. It's half plot (100 by 25), and I was able to squeeze a two bedroom flat and two mini flat on it as a single unit.
The problem now is, the only space remaining in front is where d soakaway will be and aside from the conventional soakaway, which other option do I have.. I won't consider Biodigester because this is a rental property. Tenant hardly follow rules. The remaining space can manage two small car. The car will be parked ON d soakaway always and this bothers me. My dad's soakaway just went down on its own last year after 9 years and car is not even allow on it.
Someone is advising I consider the ring soakaway due to space. Is there any disadvantage to this ring's own..My land is not very hard, tho not swampy..its just in d middle. What other options do I have? Appreciate any response

There's actually nothing to fear if you want to park your vehicles on the slab of a soakaway/septic tank. All you need to do is build it the way it will serve that purpose and it will remain firm. You can get the services of a professional in the building environment or you can use any good artisan who knows it.
It's a very simple thing to achieve if you know what to do.

FILEBE:



Thanks.

To answer your questions.

1. About 3 cement blocks high
2. No I doesn't
3. A new site. Water flows down the slop
4..nope there isnt .

You can make use of the DPM.
Also do something to mitigate the challenge caused by rainfall water splashing on the external walls of the building before you're told in future that you did not build right.

bixton:



You can make use of the DPM.
Also do something to mitigate the challenge caused by rainfall water splashing on the external walls of the building before you're told in future that you did not build right.

Alright. Thanks

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dapotemi:
Pls I'll appreciate your input here.
I have gotten to the soakaway stage in my bungalow. I have very limited space. It's half plot (100 by 25), and I was able to squeeze a two bedroom flat and two mini flat on it as a single unit.
The problem now is, the only space remaining in front is where d soakaway will be and aside from the conventional soakaway, which other option do I have.. I won't consider Biodigester because this is a rental property. Tenant hardly follow rules. The remaining space can manage two small car. The car will be parked ON d soakaway always and this bothers me. My dad's soakaway just went down on its own last year after 9 years and car is not even allow on it.
Someone is advising I consider the ring soakaway due to space. Is there any disadvantage to this ring's own..My land is not very hard, tho not swampy..its just in d middle. What other options do I have? Appreciate any response

Due to the number of eventual tenants, ring well type of soakaway is not the right solution due to the limited capacity of the ring well approach. The soakaway will be getting filled up in no time. This will create an extra financial burden for tenants evacuating the soakaway all so often.

I'm not sure what you mean by your land is in the middle. For a dry land, you can build and achieve a soakaway CARS will pack and drive over it without any issues.Your dad's soakaway was probably done all blocks without structural beams and columns. So the blocks were load bearing. Over time, the waste water will weaken the blocks leading to collapse.

In your situation, adopt the beam and columns approach. You have to do a three chamber soakaway. Blind your soakaway foundation with six columns. Four columns at the corners and two in the middle (see the attached photos) and set your blocks up to six course high. Then pour your columns and beam - all round chaining. Now set another 5-6 courses to ground level, pour your columns and beam again - all round chaining.

Finally deck your soakaway with manhole. You will be fine.

Mind you, this approach is recommended for dry land only. You may need to talk to a structural engineer or an experienced bricklayer.

olukaygold:
Here is an example of
“I know someone that does it cheaper…”


In construction and property investment, going cheap often costs more in the long run.
Quality isn't expensive — it's an investment.
Do it right the first time, or be ready to pay twice.

"If you don't do it well the first time, you'll pay twice to get it done right."

GoldenView Building and Construction Ltd to get it right at once.

Omo, make them use rope hild that thing o make e no fall

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Omo, make them use rope hild that thing o make e no fall

This one don rope ooo... Na complete demolition sure

You have to think about the planned location of the borehole. My advice is to locate the borehole in the front and the soak away at the back because it is unlikely that they can both stay in the same place on 25ft wide.

I once saw 1 twobed and 4 onebed on half plot of 120ft by 30ft.

dapotemi:
Pls I'll appreciate your input here.
I have gotten to the soakaway stage in my bungalow. I have very limited space. It's half plot (100 by 25), and I was able to squeeze a two bedroom flat and two mini flat on it as a single unit.
The problem now is, the only space remaining in front is where d soakaway will be and aside from the conventional soakaway, which other option do I have.. I won't consider Biodigester because this is a rental property. Tenant hardly follow rules. The remaining space can manage two small car. The car will be parked ON d soakaway always and this bothers me. My dad's soakaway just went down on its own last year after 9 years and car is not even allow on it.
Someone is advising I consider the ring soakaway due to space. Is there any disadvantage to this ring's own..My land is not very hard, tho not swampy..its just in d middle. What other options do I have? Appreciate any response

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